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Why it's a best pick: Samsung's duplicate of the sucessful LG WT5101HW has been a success itself. With intensely high customer reviews, great quality, and silent/cheap operation,this model has found a place on the list of greats.
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We recently purchased the Amana Front Load Washer
It was a great buy
- It saves us about 60% in energy
- It also saves us about 70% in water in comparison to our previous washing machine
- Our clothes felt and looked amazingly clean
- There is an automatic self clean mechanism
- Very competitive on price
- Very quiet during wash cycle
I would definitely recommend a front load washer, e.g. one of the front load washers from Electrolux
So sad to hear about all the terrible Washers/Dryers out there. I have the Whirlpool Duet Front Loader Washer & Dryer. I purchased them in 2003-- two moves later and lots of loads later they are going strong. I recently had to call a technician to restore the settings on the Dryer as it said "it was locked." It cost me $80, so I'm pretty happy with my Duet W&D. These are my commendations/recommendations:
WHIRLPOOL DUET (FRONT LOADER)
COMMENDATIONS: Withstood military moves without problems, I perceive it to be somewhat normal as far as noise goes-- pretty quite until the spin cycle starts. I think it's pretty normal to me. Minor non-costly problems. We save in water and energy-- not sure how much but at least $20 a month.
RECOMMENDATIONS: I did have to get used to the High Efficiency or HE detergents-- not a great variety out there. I had an error message about 3 months ago that said "P2." I thought it was shaking more than usual, so I repositioned it and adjusted the legs and it went away. The time on the washer will say it has 1 minute, but the minute takes like 5. The time has always been funky-- it's not "real" time or human time, but it doesn't bother me anymore. I know that if it says 5 minutes, I'm looking more at 10 or 15. I also think it shakes more than it should, but I think it's due to it's own shaking that every so often you have to readjust the legs.
WHIRLPOOL DUET DRYER
COMMENDATIONS: I also perceive it to be quiet or quieter than what I remember growing up. It has a wrinkle shield option that does a good job. It also has settings for more or less heat (which I like), and the option to have the beeping at the end of the cycle be low, medium or off--it comes in handy with my dogs.
RECOMMENDATIONS: I can't think of any. Things will break, just like with everything and I wasn't too distressed over the issue I had it. It cost $80 to fix, so I can't complain. It was a very easy fix-- the technician was in and out in no time.
If anyone else has a Whirlpool Duet W&D, I'd love to hear how they're working for you.
You seem like an advertisement for Whirlpool on a list that does not contain any. How strange :)
Let me clarify, Whirlpool does not make this list, because they do not continue to make high quality products. There quality is hit and miss depending on model, they have legendary atrocious customer service, and they continue to ride on accomplishments they made in the market years ago.
This is why they only make my lists occasionally. I prefer reliability and manufacturers who are taking new and interesting steps, as opposed to those just duplicating what other manufacturers are producing. If Whirlpool steps up their game someday, I will consider coming around.
Happy Thanksgiving.
I purchased a maytag bravo in 2010. Can you say the worst washer I have ever bought. In order to get clothes clean you have to wash them at least 2 or 3 times. A technician just left, and said that the washer is working ok. Everyone that has purchaesd a maytag bravo needs to file a lwasuit against maytag. I am not happy with this washer by a long shot. As soon as I save up enough money to replace this one I will never purchase another maytag product.
Readers,
Thanks for your feedback and advice. I have taken your personal accounts into mind when re-crafting this list. I hope you enjoy the content and explore more of my own, and my appliance partners articles here at Bestcovery.com
Thank you once again for reading,
Jerry Arlen
meile needs to be on this list
Meile has made their name known in small appliances. Sadly, the reviews are just not in enough to warrant them for top just yet in the area of large appliances. However, the more customers such as yourself buy and rate them, the more feedback we will have to rate them.
are you kidding whirlpool maytag and kenmore all come from whirlpool the biggest maker of junk appliances on earth you need to google some of the class action suits against whirlpool
The products are a piece of crap. I will not purchase another Maytag or Kenmore. They use to be good 20 years ago What Happened!
Whirlpool and MayTag have treated me well in my house.
We bought a Frigidaire all electric washer/dryer Laundry Center Jan 2009. It leaked oil out the bottom after the first load. A new transmission/tub unit was replaced while under warranty. Now 2 years later the transmission has locked up again and needs replaced (out of warranty and $800 to repair). The service man said it is common with these units. They tend to only have a 5 year life span and I paid $1000. Unbelievable! My last washer, a Kenmore, lasted 17 years and I paid $300.
We thought we were getting the best when we splurged and bought the Maytag Neptune front loading machine. I have not regretted a purchase more than this. Our clothes & especially towels smell horrible. There is black mold inside the front rubber guard that will not come off. We were advised to run a bleach cycle once a month and to leave the door open when the machine is not in use. Have since found out that there was a class action lawsuit against Maytag for this very reason and hear that his is a common issue with the front loading machines. One friend just bought the Maytag Bravo top loading and one got an LG front loading and they both shake the house when they are spinning out the laundry. I'm ready to go back to the old fashion top loading machine - but I need one with a large capacity.
I am looking for a new washer and dryer pair, I don't want to go wrong on purcahasing the wrong one. I need one that will last where I don't have to worry about the bearing and other things going out on it with in 6 months of use. I have been looking and looking. What do I go with? Please help. I have 2 boys and a hubby that are hard on clothes already and like to get really dirty living in the county so I need a good washer.
I am so heartbroken by my LG washing machine. My 2 1/2 year old machine is now headed for the trash heap. It needs a new stainless steel drum, a new motor both of which are still covered under warranty, HOWEVER what is not covered is the bearings and plastic inside cover which cost more than half the price of a new machine to repair and of course is not covered by the warranty. I was told it would take a week to receive the parts and one day two men to repair. The LG also accumulated much mold which needed to be cleaned on the rubber front door gasket, the very difficult to clean soap dispenser and the bottom drain tub filter was very cumbersome and smelly. It also had so many features I never had a chance to try.The customer service was friendly but could offer no advise other than "call Sears". My conclusion and recommendation is NOT to by an LG washer.
Like you I am now faced with the dilemma of finding a new washer. Good Luck. Seriously thinking of going back to a top loader.
I have usd both front and top loaders....I would recommend the front loaders any day of the week. My set has a pedestal under both the washer and dryer, so they are not sitting directly on the floor. I do not have to bend over to put my clothes in or to remove them from the washer or dryer. I can wash 20 pair of jeans at a time or 20 pairs of socks and my washer has never gotten out of balance. It automaticly adjusts the water level and I never have to worry about how much water it will use. As for the time span it takes to wash, it has several different settings----the lowest being 2 minutes and the longest, for sanitary wash, is 3 hours BUT my washer also has its own built-in hot water heater so it doesn't interfere with the water from my water heater. Yes, they are more expensive than the top loaders but I save on an average of $30.00 a MONTH on my water bill too !!! The dryer is awesome too. I can put 20 pair of jens in to dry, the setting is for 45 minutes and they are usually finished in 30 AND completely dry too !!! I own a top loader washer/dryer set made by MAYTAG EPIC Z and I would never go back to the top loaders........
need info on best TOP LOADING washers and WHY they are the best in your mind
Did you get a reply? What was said, and what did you go with?
reliable GOOD/GREAT Reviews
Please advise as to BRAND, MODEL and any Con's
My GE PROFILE with all bells and whistles went south
Wait until your knees and back start aching and you're doing several loads of wash a day; you'll long for the days of your good old fashioned top loader washing machine. I know the front loaders are considered more modern, but in a way, the ergonomics of the top load makes more sense. Gravity is at work and it pulls the clothes down into the basket.