Washing Machine queston

songbird · ‎03-21-2010

Our old washing machine has had it. The ball bearings on the motor have worn down. We need a new one. We are looking for 4 cubic feet and up machine. There is a Samsung 5 cubic feet one that we like. Anyone ever have this? Lots of LG models too. My husband doesn't like their products, but they seem OK to me. Anyone have one of those? They don't offer Speed Queen or Kenmore. We tried the Kenmore (used to be Sears) but they are very expensive and no free delivery. We want free delivery and haul away old washer. Our price range is $600.00 to $750.00. We prefer a top loader. Front loaders have a rep for not cleaning clothes well. Stores we've tried are Best Buy and Home Depot.

kaydee50 · ‎02-07-2011

We've had GE washer/dryers for the past 20+ years without a problem. Bought them at Home Depot.

songbird · ‎03-21-2010

@kaydee50 wrote:
We've had GE washer/dryers for the past 20+ years without a problem. Bought them at Home Depot.

I saw the GE at Home Depot. We're thinking of that and the Samsung. I would have liked the Kenmore (remember getting a washing machine at Sears when you were a kid?) but you have to buy online now. Sight unseen. With no free delivery.

tends2dogs · ‎05-08-2010

@songbird I completely agree about the front loaders. I would carry my laundry down to the river and hit it on the rocks before I would have one. When we moved into our home down south, there was a brand new front loading washer and dryer. I called St. Mathews house and had them come get them. I bought a Whirlpool top loading washer and dryer from Lowes. I really like them and that has been 7 years. The only complaint I have with the newer models is that you can't let a load soak. If you stop the process, they immediately drain. I have a Kenmore up north that is probably 25 years old. I can soak a "bleach" load as long as I like without disrupting the cycle. I am taking good care of that dinosaur .

My advice is read the reviews! Also, one other side note - we had an appliance repairman in to fix our stove. I asked him about brands, specifically the good and bad. He said that if everyone bought GE, he would be out of a job.....and no he was not affiliated with an appliance store. Take it for what it's worth. Good luck!

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grandma2pkmh · ‎08-04-2013

@songbird My daughter bought a LG when they moved into new house, top of line, died in 3 years. Repairman said it would take more to fix than a new one. Also could not regulate the amount of water used.

patbz · ‎03-10-2010

Bought a Whirlpool non agitator 8 mths ago and Lowes is picking it up today to exchange for an agitator May Tag. In these troubled times I am sticking with made in America (parts availability). I've had Samsung and LG appliances in past with no issues but Appliance department at Lowes said do not buy Samsung ( bad track record and can't be repaired in my rural community).

gertrudecloset · ‎02-13-2021

@songbird wrote:
Our old washing machine has had it. The ball bearings on the motor have worn down. We need a new one. We are looking for 4 cubic feet and up machine. There is a Samsung 5 cubic feet one that we like. Anyone ever have this? Lots of LG models too. My husband doesn't like their products, but they seem OK to me. Anyone have one of those? They don't offer Speed Queen or Kenmore. We tried the Kenmore (used to be Sears) but they are very expensive and no free delivery. We want free delivery and haul away old washer. Our price range is $600.00 to $750.00. We prefer a top loader. Front loaders have a rep for not cleaning clothes well. Stores we've tried are Best Buy and Home Depot.

What's wrong with Maytag? The price you gave won't get too many Samsung and LG's as they have more "smart features." If you want to keep it simple, buy a simple washing machine like a GE or a Maytag. Maybe even a Whirlpool @songbird .

Either add $$ to what you'll spend or you'll be stuck with the brands I just mentioned based on your stated limit to spend.

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decaf · ‎05-13-2021

I have a 10 yr old Speed Queen. The brand new Consumer Reports rates washing machine brand reliability. SQ #1 , LG is #2, GE is #8, Whirlpool and Kenmore tied at #11, Samsung is #20. I would not buy any Samsung appliance.

songbird · ‎03-21-2010

@gertrudecloset Our old one is a Maytag. It's about 20 years old. About average for a washing machine. They carry (Best Buy, Home Depot) that line Whirlpool too. What I loved about the Kenmore was detailed types of washes it did. One for blankets, etc. I wanted to get a Speed Queen but having trouble find one. I just wanted to try something different this time.

lulu1 · ‎03-29-2011

@songbird wrote:
@gertrudecloset Our old one is a Maytag. It's about 20 years old. About average for a washing machine. They carry (Best Buy, Home Depot) that line Whirlpool too. What I loved about the Kenmore was detailed types of washes it did. One for blankets, etc. I wanted to get a Speed Queen but having trouble find one. I just wanted to try something different this time.

The days of washing machines, or for that matter any appliances, lasting 20 years on average, are long gone. When we bought our last washer and dryer, (actually we bought all new kitchen appliances) we were told by the owner of the appliance store, we'd be extremely lucky to get 10 years of use out of any of them.