New Washer Top Load?

caf in va · ‎03-10-2010

Let me preface this with the facts I am looking for a new washer only or was.

My five year old front loader from Samsung started flooding all over the place and could not be repaired. I do the research but go with another Samsung just to match the dryer ans reuse my pedestal- mistake the new one wouldn't put in hot water. I switch to LG front loader, I can't close the door incrementally when not in use to prevent mold, and the detergent dispenser doesn't empty out the detergent and leaves behind water I must empty by hand. I checked with the manufacturer and was told that is the case.

When we went to look at washers we found out the government will no longer allow warm rinses,and the temperature of the water is also controlled as well. The good old days of a hot white wash are gone-I checked my hot sanitize load I ran in the LG and I could put a child into what is now called hot water! At this point I am done with a front loader, they keep telling me it saves water,but I pay the electric bills for a very long laundry cycle.

Long story short, does anyone have anything to say about their top load, I am even consider one that still has an agitater, they still make them. Help!

Shelbelle · ‎03-09-2010

I still love my top loader, agitator and all, and if I was to replace it today, would still get same thing, I am partial to Whirlpool, given me lots of longevity. My friend also had to replace her Samsung front loader quickly, also died on her and no repair place would even come near it.

icuryy · ‎06-15-2010

I never fed into the front loader hype. It just didn't make sense to me with the water/gravity/the door. So when I bought my washer a few years back I insisted on a top loader. I love it and though I NEVER run my washer and dryer if I leave the house I always feel secure.

Now my only regret is that I thought I would try one without the agitator. I guess in my mind I thought it would never go off balance. Well it does occasionally. If I were to do it over again I would get one with the agitator and would probably look for a very simple machine. Now I have to look for specific HE detergent.

Good luck in what ever you decide and just keep in mind if you don't completely like what you bought chances are you will be replacing sooner that you think. Unfortunately we are in a throw away society with built in obsolescence

Windycity · ‎03-09-2010

I never wanted a front loader, and replaced my "older" (16 yrs) Whirlpool with one from the Maytag Bravos HE top load choices. Regrettably the companion dryer would not fit past my basement door. I ended up buying a very nice Electrolux dryer and have gotten over the fact that they do not match. Oddly enough the Electrolux washer would not have made it past my basement door so this just seemed that it was one of those "meant to be" things!

I have been delighted with both items and I've had them for about 2 or 3 years now. I'd select them again in a minute. HTH. Smile

Zag · ‎02-06-2014

I too have had issues with wash machines....I had 2 Samsung front loaders, both of which did not work properly....the store replaced the first one with a second one....and then, the second one didn't work right either....so I went with the store brand (very popular department store!) front loader 3rd time only to have that one replaced with another store brand front loader and threaten them if they didn't refund when that one wouldn't work right...(4 front loaders all within span of 9 months)...so, the last time around, the store refunded my money and i replaced with a Whirlpool Cabrio (top loader - no agitator) from ANOTHER STORE! I have had it now for about 5 years and have been very happy with it. I like to wash my bedding a lot, so it is nice for this (bulky items)...I've been very pleased with my Cabrio set...no complaints. Before I bought the first Samsung front loader, I had a pretty generic Whirlpool top loader for about 20 years....worked just fine.....I just had to get a new dryer, and I thought since the set was getting pretty old that I would go ahead and purchase a new set......should have stuck with the top loader then. Good luck!

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

I replaced my washer last year. I have so many friends that hate their front loaders and all the trouble, so while I was tempted, I knew better.

This may sound awful to those who really ramp up on their appliances, but I ended up with one of the most basic top loader washers I could find. I wanted to be able to fill the tub completely, and it has a hot cycle for the wash. Only cold rinse, but you can fool it if you have time to catch the load after the wash spins out, just turn the dial to another wash cycle using hot or warm. Catch it after that cycle, and set it to spin. Yes, because the bleeping government has to stick their nose in how I use the energy I pay for, I have to jump through hoops to get a full tub of hot water twice, but it can be done when I want to. I bought a GE at Sears, and no electronic pad, but old fashioned turning knobs, less to break, cheaper to fix. It still has a full agitator, and they said those are going away too.

We are now looking for a good used washer, hopefully a decade old or more, and will put it back for when this quits. When we were looking and buying last year, most places told us the washers that fill a full tub of water are very limited and probably going away soon. No one will change my mind on the fact that you cannot get clothing clean with a partial tub of water. Not the farm clothes and mechanic clothes and machinist clothes I have to wash everyday!

patticakes · ‎03-10-2010

I just replaced my 7 yr old front loading GE with a Maytag Bravos and absolutely love, love, love my new machine. Large capacity, quiet and it does a great job cleaning. It's everything I expected and more. I did a lot of research before buying since I wasn't planning on replacing a 7 yr old machine; which, by the way I was never happy with, and didn't want to find myself in the same situation. I kept my matching GE dryer, which is on a pedestal and intend to use it until it needs replacing. Also, the Maytag Bravos does not have an agitator. If you load these machines as stated in the instructions and shake out the clothes as you are putting in dryer or hanging to dry, the clothes come out wonderfully.

gidgetgh · ‎03-09-2010

Here's a 3rd vote for the Maytag Bravos. Ours is 3 years old. We love it.

Why is it, when I have a 50/50 guess at something, I'm always 100% wrong?

author · ‎03-09-2010

I needed a new washer a year ago and was dismayed at all the electronics and "no control" controls. Ended up with a new (at that time) GE Hotpoint top loader that is basic, really basic. Does a fantastic cleaning job, easy to use, can have hot washes (need those for my allergies) and can manually override things, open the lid, readjust load, switch cycles, etc. Couldn't be happier. It spins so well that dry time is minimal.

Don't know about the longevity, as new appliances are not like the ones from years ago. I think this one might come close though.