HINRICHS® anti-vibration mat for washing machines
License number THO-B16-B23-53A-D3A
We have taken a closer look at the above-mentioned product and subjected it to a practical test. Below, we provide detailed insights and impressions resulting from this evaluation. From the packaging to the materials and quality, as well as the range of functions and handling, this product is put through our THO testing procedure. For a quick overview, we use a point system. The maximum achievable score per category is 100 points. The overall rating is calculated at the end as the average of all tested features, considering their respective weighting.
First impression of the packaging
In the first step of our THO testing process, the packaging is examined. Does it provide adequate protection for the product? Are the necessary manufacturer contact details and a service hotline printed on it?
In the first step of our THO testing procedure, the packaging is examined. Does it provide sufficient protection for the product, and are the necessary manufacturer contact details and a service hotline printed on it?
| Evaluation category | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Quality of product packaging | VPackaging sufficiently protected | 95 |
| Contact options available | Contact information is not present on the packaging | 80 |
| Total | 87,5 |
The anti-vibration mat arrived well protected in a cardboard box. A warning label could be added to prevent accidentally cutting into the mat when opening. Otherwise, the packaging is adequate for this product. No contact information is provided.
First impression of the product after opening the packaging
After opening the packaging and evaluating it, we take a closer look at the product’s workmanship. How high-quality are the materials used, and how do the feel and appearance rate?
| Evaluation category | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Packaging content and scope | Complete | 100 |
| Odor | Strong rubber smell | 70 |
| User manual | None included, but not necessary for this product | 100 |
| Optical appearance | Very good | 100 |
| Processsing | Very good | 100 |
| Total | 94,0 |
Weighting: 30% *The maximum score is 100 points
The anti-vibration mats arrived undamaged but emit a strong rubber smell upon opening. No user manual is included, though one is likely unnecessary as the product is self-explanatory. Visually, the product makes a good impression; it arrived as expected and does not feel unusual. Workmanship and quality are good.
The practical test
The practical test carries the greatest weight. Here, the product must undergo a variety of criteria and examinations by our independent testers. We test the functions promised by the manufacturer of the item under review.
The practical test carries the greatest weight. Here, the product must undergo a variety of criteria and examinations by our independent testers. We test the functions promised by the manufacturer of the item under review.
| Evaluation category | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Color & Size | Product arrives as expected; color and dimensions match prefectly | 100 |
| Vibration absorption | Very good | 100 |
| Slippage | No slipping on the floor | 100 |
| Cut-ability | The mat can be cut despite its thickness, if it should be too large | 100 |
| Noise reduction | Sounds are well suppressed, the washing machine is noticeably quieter | 100 |
| Total | 100,0 |
The anti-vibration mat delivers on its promises: it can be cut to size and effectively reduces the noise level of washing machines and dryers, even at high spin speeds. We give it 100 points here as well, knowing that complete noise cancellation is not possible. The appliances stand firmly and do not slip.
The anti-vibration mat from Hinrichs® aced the practical test. Well done!
General
Our final evaluation category focuses on the price-performance ratio and the conformity with the online presentation. This category is weighted at 10%.
| Evaluation category | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Price-performance ratio | Low to mid-price range | 100 |
| Match with online presentation | Images reflect the product well, but the white, red, and green accents are missing | 85 |
| Total | 92,5 |
The anti-vibration mat is comparable to mats from other brands. It is sometimes more expensive, sometimes cheaper than the competition, placing it in the average range. The price-performance ratio is very good.
The product images accurately reflect the real product, although some images are not a perfect 1:1 representation.
Overall test result
| Evaluation category | Weighting | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Package | 10% | 87,5 |
| Product | 30 % | 94 |
| Practical test | 50 % | 100 |
| General | 10 % | 92,5 |
| Total | 100 % | 96,2 |
The anti-vibration mat from the brand Hinrichs® received a final overall grade of 1.2 according to the THO evaluation method.
The test was conducted during the test period 12/24 and is recorded in our database under license number THO-B16-B23-53A-D3A.
Further information about our testing procedure can be found at https://www.trusted-heroes.com/unser-tho-verfahren.
