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Need recommendations for a new washing machine

Lady Chat — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 05:37:43 GMT

I prefer a top loader, but am wondering about washing machines with agitators versus non agitators. Does one clean better than the other? Are the ones with agitators harder on clothing? I know ones without an agitator leave more room for blankets and heavier items. Are there any particular brand of washing machines you prefer? Any help you can give me, would be so appreciated. My machine just died and I want to buy another as quickly as possible. Thanks in advance!

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

rockygems123 — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 06:03:33 GMT

@Lady Chat We have a 2-3 year old Whirlpool non agitator washing machine. We love it now but we had a definite learning curve. It doesn't sound like an agitator machine as it sounds like a spaceship, we joked in the beginning that the mother shop was landing. Also HE detergent is required we didn't realize that and used regular detergent and that didn't clean the clothes well. All good now.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

kitcat51 — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 06:52:07 GMT

2 recommendations...Maytag Commercial Grade Residential model MVWP575GW & Speed Queen top loader but make sure it isn't the redesigned washer made in 2018. Good Luck @Lady Chat, I hope you're happy with your new washer.

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mspatmac — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 08:20:57 GMT

@Lady Chat I have had both and as far as cleaning I didn't see any difference. Front loader requires bending down which can be hard on the back. If you choose large top loader capacity without agitator make sure you can comfortably reach the bottom of the drum. Mine it really deep.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

ECBG — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 12:49:41 GMT

@Lady Chat

We've had our LG washer and dryer about 6 months. It doesn't have an agitator and has done well. My clothes come out clean.

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SXMGirl — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 13:39:18 GMT

@Lady Chat We have an Electrolux front load, no agitator, recommended to us by the store sales rep because we have a second-floor laundry. I initially was going with a Speed Queen. We have been very happy with this washer, with no problems at all for the 5 years that we have had it.

We started out with Maytag, thinking that we were getting a better machine than the Whirlpool that we had for a long time, but a computer chip broke in the washer and we had to have our kitchen completely repaired when it came through the ceiling. Luckily, no one was hurt. Since we bought it from Sears, and this was 20 years ago, they immediately brought out another one. Our biggest problem with Maytag, other than damaging our kitchen, was the corporate office person who had to be threatened with a federal lawsuit in order to get my kitchen repaired. I would never own a Maytag again.

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FastDogWalker2 — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 13:54:28 GMT

We replaced a LG nonagitator washer with a GE agitator washer within the last year. THhe new one is so much better! I really hated the LG - it was constantly going off balance and I literally had to stand next to it and babysit it to get it to complete a cycle. It was a real pain! And, it died and was not able to be replaced...ugh

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tends2dogs — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:03:58 GMT

I have had both top load and front. I HATE front load. It didn't clean the clothes, the seal on the door was slimy. It came with the house we bought. When we bought the house we are in now, it had a new washer and dryer - front load. I called St. Mathews to come pick them up and went to Lowes and bought a no bells and whistles Whirlpool top load washer (with an agitator) and dryer. I have had them for 6 years and I love them. I don't like the fact that you can't pause and let a batch of clothes soak though. I don't know who thought that was a good idea, but I couldn't find one that would let me do that.

My sister has a top load without an agitator and she said that her clothes never seem clean. It is a water saving feature...the tub never fully fills so she has to do smaller loads more often. Forget the water saver. I want clean clothes.

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Sunshine Kate — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:10:21 GMT

It's sad major appliances are expensive and made poorly. Washers don't use enough water.

I have an LG front load washer with a huge tub for washing king sized comforters. It cleans excellent with all sorts of clothing.

The only problem is there's too much maintenance for keeping it clean and odor free. The design of front load washers is terrible.

For being made overseas they are extremely overpriced. (All major appliances).

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

ciao_bella — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:40:38 GMT

@Lady Chat I totally agree with KitCat51. Two years ago, I was in the same situation you are in now. I bought a Maytag without the agitator that most models are today. They have what are called washing plates. Nothing but problems and within the first year, (thankfully was still under the 1 year warranty) had to have the repairman down at least 10 times because the machine would just stop between cycles. Repairman replaced several parts and some of the same parts even more than once...never could find the problem. So, Maytag (which is now owned by Whirlpool) condemned the machine as unfixable and gave me a credit towards another machine of my choice.

I picked the Commercial Maytag for Residential use and, although it was more money than the original washer I had purchased, it is a dream to own. It has the regular agitator and not loaded with a ton of bells and whistles. It also is not HE, meaning you can get a full washer of water to clean your clothes, instead of the spit of water in the new HE machines. Love this machine! Also, there is a full 5 year warranty as opposed to the other machines which are only 1 year. The other option would be the Speed Queen, but as KitCat referenced make sure you don't buy the one model that was a dud for them. Good Luck.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

Sunshine Kate — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:51:36 GMT

@ciao_bella wrote:
@Lady Chat I totally agree with KitCat51. Two years ago, I was in the same situation you are in now. I bought a Maytag without the agitator that most models are today. They have what are called washing plates. Nothing but problems and within the first year, (thankfully was still under the 1 year warranty) had to have the repairman down at least 10 times because the machine would just stop between cycles. Repairman replaced several parts and some of the same parts even more than once...never could find the problem. So, Maytag (which is now owned by Whirlpool) condemned the machine as unfixable and gave me a credit towards another machine of my choice.

I picked the Commercial Maytag for Residential use and, although it was more money than the original washer I had purchased, it is a dream to own. It has the regular agitator and not loaded with a ton of bells and whistles. It also is not HE, meaning you can get a full washer of water to clean your clothes, instead of the spit of water in the new HE machines. Love this machine! Also, there is a full 5 year warranty as opposed to the other machines which are only 1 year. The other option would be the Speed Queen, but as KitCat referenced make sure you don't buy the one model that was a dud for them. Good Luck.

@ciao_bella

This commercial Maytag sounds like what I'm looking for. Is it readily available at stores that sell appliances?

What store did you purchase from?

Thanks

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

sandy53 — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:55:13 GMT

I have a Maytag commercial washer, too. It is a simple machine. I don't need anything special. My DS has a fancy front loader that take an hour to do a load of wash. That's a long time! Mine takes 30 minutes (or less), wrings out the clothes well, and things get clean. I have the same brand/kind of dryer.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

Sunshine Kate — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:58:10 GMT

@sandy53 wrote:
I have a Maytag commercial washer, too. It is a simple machine. I don't need anything special. My DS has a fancy front loader that take an hour to do a load of wash. That's a long time! Mine takes 30 minutes (or less), wrings out the clothes well, and things get clean. I have the same brand/kind of dryer.

@sandy53

Does the washer fill all the way with water for a full load?

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depglass — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 15:31:02 GMT

Front loader all the way. I've had both and clothes come out much cleaner with the front loader. And it can't go out of balance. I plan on buying the pedestals if I ever have to replace this one. It has run flawlessly for 14 years. (Maytag Epic or something like that)

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KingstonsMom — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 15:32:54 GMT

I have a Whirlpool Cabrio top load HE with no agitator and I absolutely hate it!

I fell for the the hype about saving water and no agitator is better for your clothes, but mine sux!

Not enough water to clean clothes well, so I have to do half loads, which in the long run doesn't save any water.

No soak cycle and if you stop the cycle to allow a soak, within minutes, the water drains out, spins and you have to start over again, using more water.

There is a 'bulky' setting which adds more water than regular cycles, but also doesn't drain well and I always have to do another 'spin & drain' cycle, using more electricity.

DH has said to just buy a replacement non HE washer, but I can't justify that when this one still works.

I think I need a washer 'hit man'!

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

brandiwine — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 17:44:07 GMT

If it's a Samsung RUN THE OTHER WAY! My poor DIL got one and it's been one awful thing after another. They have 0 customer service. I'd stick with Maytag, Whirlpool or GE.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

ciao_bella — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 18:09:39 GMT

@Sunshine Kate The Maytag Commercial Washer for Residental use is model # MVWP575GW. It's NOT sold in box stores like HomeDepot or Lowes but can be found in dealer appliance stores. I bought mine from an independent appliance store that carries/sells major appliances. If you live in NJ, like I do, I will be happy to give you the name of the appliance store I got mine from.

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geezerette — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 18:11:29 GMT

I have a GE top loader. It has an agitator but it also has HE feature. You can choose your water fill size or use the "Precise Fill" option which is like the non-agitator machines that determine how much water to use. I rarely use that option because as was mentioned, it doesn't use enough water for most of my loads.

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

Abrowneyegirl — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 19:11:05 GMT

Speed Queen

Re: Need recommendations for a new washing machine

Lady Chat — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 20:03:43 GMT

@kitcat51 wrote:
2 recommendations...Maytag Commercial Grade Residential model MVWP575GW & Speed Queen top loader but make sure it isn't the redesigned washer made in 2018. Good Luck @Lady Chat, I hope you're happy with your new washer.

Hi! Kitcat51! I have a question about the Maytag Commercial Grade Residential model MVWP575GW. I know the basin size is 3.5 cu. ft . Are you able to get larger items like blankets, comforters and bath towels in, without any difficulty? Also do you find any problems with delicate items , like tearing or shredding? Thank you!