Miele is a German appliance manufacturer that has been known for producing some of the highest-quality appliances in the world for nearly 100 years.
They have been at the forefront of innovation in the home laundry sector and recently they released a line of washing machines with the new TwinDos dispensing system.
If you’re looking to get your hands on a Miele washing machine with this new technology, it’s going to cost you upwards of £1000.
The whole point of the TwinDos system is to:
- Save time when doing your laundry
- Help measure out your detergents and fabric softener
- Stop the spills that occur when filling the soap drawer
Let’s take a look at how the new system works, its benefits and how it can help you with your washing.
What is the Miele TwinDos System?
The TwinDos dispenser system is a way to tackle the problem of using too much or too little washing machine detergent when you’re doing your washing.
When you buy one of the new Miele washing machines, it will come with two bottles which are inserted into the machine. The bottles are filled with detergent and fabric softener.
Whilst the machine is running a wash cycle, it will use the exact amount of detergent and softener that it needs to complete the wash cycle. That’s right, no more measuring out washing powder!
The clever Miele programming technology has a way of sensing how much detergent to use for the cycle you have selected. If it’s a short wash with little clothing, it will use a small amount of detergent and vice versa.
When the bottles run out of washing detergent, you can either buy new bottles from Miele or a retailer for around £15 per bottle or fill it up with the detergent of your choosing.
You can use any liquid detergent or fabric softener in the TwinDos bottles, but it’s recommended that you try and use a high-quality liquid that won’t clog up the machine.
If you’re looking to use the Miele detergent, you should be able to get around 37 washes per bottle. You also have some options in terms of scent and sensitivity.
Benefits of the TwinDos Dispenser
Being able to ditch the messy washing machine powder and spills from pouring fabric softener are the main benefits of the system.
It’s worth mentioning that using conventional liquids and powders with your washing machine can produce a range of problems including blockages and mould buildup on the rubber door seal.
If you’re someone that struggles to measure out the detergent before you put it into the soap drawer, then you’ll love this technology. No more trying to figure out the correct dosage every time you try a new product.
It also takes away the need to figure out what each of the 3 compartments in a washing machine drawer does, which is something that a lot of people struggle with.
The Miele UltraPhase 1 washing machine detergent has been rated as one of the highest quality and best liquid detergents on the market in the UK. This means that you will be using the best detergent possible to get excellent results every time you run a wash cycle.
In summary, the Miele TwinDos system saves you time and the hassle of figuring out the correct way to use your washing machine soap drawer. It also looks sophisticated, which is always a bonus.
Is it worth it?
If you are someone who has been a dedicated Miele appliance owner, then buying a washing machine with the TwinDos technology seems like a natural upgrade.
If you’re looking into buying a Miele washing machine for the first time and have the opportunity to buy a machine without the technology that saves you a significant amount of money, you should probably consider skipping it this time around.
This type of technology is excellent if included in the price point, but it’s probably not worth shelling out hundreds of pounds for.
It goes without saying that the build quality of a Miele washing machine is unmatched, and if you do go ahead and buy a machine with this dispensing technology, you won’t be disappointed.
You also have to consider the extra repair costs which could incur on a washing machine that has added technology and parts that can break down. This is of course unlikely and may even be covered under Miele’s warranty.
Conclusion
The Miele TwinDos dispensing technology has revolutionised the way we load up a washing machine and set it off for a wash cycle.
It’s evidence of an ever-moving forward technological world, especially in the appliance sector. If you’re a consumer that is looking to have the best washing machine with the latest technology, Miele never disappoints.
You have to make a choice on the TwinDos system and if you think it can add real value to your daily wash and if the extra cost is worth it.
A big consideration to be made is if you’re ready to move over to liquid detergents as opposed to powder. If your favourite detergent is only available in powder form, you would have to leave it behind.
The added bonus of not having to measure out washing detergent with a scoop and spilling the fabric softener is a great addition to an already quality line of washing machines.
If you can get a deal on a new Miele washing machine with the technology included, it’s worth giving it a try.
