Samsung AddWash is a range of washing machines equipped with an additional small door built into the main hatch. This door is located above the water level, allowing you to add items even after the wash has started. AddWash is not a technology, but a series of washing machines with two hatches.
The line was introduced by Samsung in 2016 and is advertised as a convenient solution for when you forget to put something in the drum before the wash starts. In this case, all you have to do is pause the cycle and add the forgotten items without starting a new wash.
However, while this feature can be useful, many people find it not so necessary. It is worth considering that if the water temperature in the machine exceeds 50 degrees Celsius (about 122 degrees Fahrenheit), the door remains locked to prevent burns. In addition, the main hatch is locked during the wash cycle. To use the extra door, you must pause the washing machine – it is not possible to add items during an active cycle.
