In our lives, the washing machine is a great tool to use.
There are only two types of washing machines on the market, namely drum washing machines and wave wheel washing machines.
The drum washing machine used to be the star product in the home appliance market, and was loved by consumers for its efficient washing effect and stylish appearance.
However, in recent years, the market share of drum washing machines has gradually decreased, and its position is not as good as before.
So, what caused the drum washing machine to "fall off the altar"? Xiaobian can only say that if these are not solved, sooner or later they will be eliminated.
First: prices remain high
Compared with the drum washing machine, the price of the drum washing machine has always been at a higher level.
Despite the clear advantages of front-loading washing machines in terms of cleanliness and clothing protection, their high price discourages many consumers.
As economic pressures mount, consumers are more likely to opt for more affordable washing machines or other alternatives.
Second: water and electricity consumption
Although front-loading washing machines are excellent in terms of water conservation, they have a longer running time and higher overall power consumption.
Especially in the modern society that pays attention to energy conservation and environmental protection, the high energy consumption characteristics of drum washing machines are particularly prominent.
Some new energy-saving washing machines are gradually entering the market, and these products not only perform well in terms of energy saving, but also can provide faster washing speed and lower cost of use, making the competitiveness of front-loading washing machines further reduced.
Third: high maintenance and repair costs
The structure of the front-loading washing machine is relatively complex, and its maintenance and repair costs are also high.
Many consumers find that once the drum washing machine fails, the repair cost is often higher than that of the drum washing machine.
In addition, the parts of the drum washing machine are frequently replaced, and the maintenance cost after long-term use is also prohibitive.
This makes some consumers more inclined to choose a low-maintenance washing machine when purchasing a machine.
Fourth: the rise of new technologies
With the continuous advancement of science and technology, new washing machine technologies are emerging one after another.
For example, new washing machines with functions such as steam washing, intelligent control, and automatic detergent dispensing are gradually taking over the market.
These new technologies not only improve the washing effect, but also greatly improve the convenience and intelligence of use.
However, the drum washing machine is relatively lagging behind in the application and innovation of new technologies, and has gradually lost its market competitiveness.
Drum washing machines were once all the rage with their superior performance and stylish appearance, but in today's competitive market environment, problems such as high prices, high energy consumption, and high maintenance costs have gradually emerged, making their market position impacted.
In particular, the washing machine has won the favor of many consumers again with its high efficiency, energy saving and moderate price.
With the continuous emergence of new technologies and changes in consumer demand, drum washing machines will eventually face the fate of being eliminated if they cannot carry out technological innovation and performance improvement in time.
Therefore, drum washing machine manufacturers still need to increase R&D investment and enhance product competitiveness in order to be invincible in the future market.