I had bought IFB Senorita Aqua SX (SX silver color. Another variant is available as VX in white color) front loading washing machine in October 2013 in TMC Hyder Nagar, Kukatpally, Hyderabad for Rs. 28, 500. Bought it through Bajaj finance with Rs. 10, 000 down payment and rest in 8 EMIs as there are no extra charges for finance. I enquired with few others dealers like Bajaj, Adishwar, but this is the best price that I was offered in TMC after bargain. Got delivery next day (delivery charge Rs. 150), installed in 2 days. Installation team sold strong & sturdy IFB iron stand for Rs. 1300, cover for Rs. 650, IFB MCB for Rs. 1, 200, IFB fabo liquid for some 125 bucks. Not sure if MCB is compulsory but bought it not to take risk. Saw one neighbour, who bought plastic stand for Rs. 600 and it broke in less than a month. So, better not compromise on quality. As we get bore well water in our apartment, bought this Aqua model, again not sure if this Aqua feature really has any impact than non-Aqua model. But as it would be a 1 time investment, bought Aqua model in silver color. Wash quality is really good for our 3 member family and size is ok as we use it every alternative day. But I think 7kg model is required for a 4 or 5 member family. Even 8 kg model is available suitable for joint families or 5 to 7 member families. I believe average life span would be 10+ years and it worth spending for a front load washing machine.
Features:
Express wash 15 minute wash cycle. Different wash cycle settings for Synthetic, baby wear, wool, mixed fabrics, delicates,
cold water setting for Lightly soiled, 40 degrees temperature setting for Normally soiled, 60 degrees for Heavily soiled,
Pre-wash, Soak, Extra rinse, rinse hold, Spin RPM settings (400/600/800/1000 Rotations per minute) are few options available.
Regarding power consumption, we didn’t find significant rise in power bill also.
Regarding service, I raised a request for extension outlet pipe and service person attended call on the same day and delivered it next day. Even if I was asked Rs. 350 for just 1 metre extension pipe, as I couldn’t find it in market, and service is prompt and pipe served the purpose very well, it’s ok.
Overall, we liked the product and I am satisfied with its features and wash quality.
My machine is 38 inch in height including stand, 24 inch width& 18 inch depth.few extra inches should be available as the unit vibrates lightly while in spin.
Hope the review is useful and elaborate.
BTW, white color is cheaper by some Rs.1000 than silver. IFB Descal powder for removing scale deposits and bag for work sarees will be available with Installation/service people.