Looking for washing machine recommendation
HI,
Our old Maytag washer sadly needs to be replaced. I've been reading reviews of washers and am overwhelmed by all the bad reviews and not impressed by the professional reviews, like Consumer Reports, because they don't seem to look at how well the machines perform over a period of time - like a year or even six months. So if you bought a washing machine in the last couple of years and are happy with its performance, I'd love to hear about it. Conversely, if you bought a washing machine and are unhappy with it, that would be good to know, too. We'll be using electricity for the washer (not gas) and I'm thinking a top loading machine, but am open to front loading, too.
Thank you!
Jul 24, 2025
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Go with Speed Queen, even though they are a bit expensive.
Avoid LG and Samsung at all cost, even though they had warranties, they were useless, since it only covered parts and No labor. Getting someone to come to troubleshoot to repair and back ordered parts, was a puf off.
Choose either these Speed Queen washers:
Front Loader
Speed Queen FF7
Top Loader
Speed Queen
TC500
Hard no on the front loading washer, it's impossible to keep the gasket seal thing free from mildew. Other than that, our Whirlpool models have lasted since 2010 and function well still with two caveats: the washer needed lots of adjustments after a move to get the door to seal perfectly tightly again (after it was removed for the move), and the dryer has needed a couple replacement parts over the years.
I love our two in one GE washer/dryer. Worth every penny.
I love my Samsung compact washer/dryer I bought 3 years ago. It's a front loader washer, and the electric dryer is heat pump technology which is absolutely marvelous. Takes longer to dry but it has greatly reduced wear and tear on my clothes and it's whisper quiet. I have had zero problems with the Samsung washer or dryer, and I run 3-5 loads a week.
Before the Samsung I had a ginormous LG w/d. The washer needed major repairs every year or two. My regular appliance repair guy wouldn't touch the LG; I had a lot of trouble finding someone who would, and it often took more than one trip to fix the problem. I would not get another LG.
Back in the dark ages I had a workhorse Kenmore that broke maybe once in 10+ years, but I don't think they make them anymore and I'm not sure I'd buy one if they did.
RE Front Loaders: All three of my washers have been front loaders. They can be stacked and they use far less water. I like being able to peer in while they are running. I have not had the problems that another respondent reported with any of my washers. You do need to maintain it - run a "tank clean" cycle every few months or as needed, and keep the filters cleaned out. I also leave the door cracked to let it dry for a few hours after a load if it's hot outside or if I'm not doing laundry for a few days, so it doesn't get musty.