Help Me Pick a Washer!

[crenchy]

Several people have suggested the KitchenAid since it's listed for $300 and the Speed Queen is $500. However -- if the store's 25% off online coupon is valid -- the Speed Queen could be $375.

If I am able to bring our old Maytag to the store selling the KitchenAid, they would take $25 off the KitchenAid, making it $275.

Knowing the features of the KitchenAid (cycle vs. rinse temperatures, etc.) and the features of the Speed Queen, would you all still recommend the KitchenAid over the Speed Queen if the Speed Queen is $375 instead of $500?

 

[william8]

Several people have suggested the KitchenAid since it's listed for $300 and the Speed Queen is $500. However -- if the store's 25% off online coupon is valid -- the Speed Queen could be $375.

If I am able to bring our old Maytag to the store selling the KitchenAid, they would take $25 off the KitchenAid, making it $275.

Knowing the features of the KitchenAid (cycle vs. rinse temperatures, etc.) and the features of the Speed Queen, would you all still recommend the KitchenAid over the Speed Queen if the Speed Queen is $375 instead of $500?

I wouldn't pay $275-$300 for any 24 year old machine. Too old.
You can get new machines for just a little more., and it will be delivered.

 

[crenchy]

I wouldn't pay $275-$300 for any 24 year old machine. Too old.
You can get new machines for just a little more., and it will be delivered.

As panasonicvac (and others) have told me, "Nowadays there's no new top loader I'd recommend anymore."
I would rather get an older machine that's more durable and effective than a new machine that won't last. I'm not sure I've met anyone who has said, "My new washing machine is better than the old one we had!"

Keep in mind, the washing machine being replaced is a Maytag A606S that has lasted FOREVER. It still runs perfectly, it's just depositing oily spots that are impossible to remove on clean clothes. If it weren't doing that, we wouldn't consider replacing it.

 

[agiflow]

That's the speed Queen I had for 7 years and a great performer especially with unbalance load handling.

The KitchenAid though older has many more features. Warm rinsing if that is important to you. It has a porcelain top and lid which is better against chipping and scratching. The KitchenAid will also handle bulky items better. It will have thorough gentler wash action too.

 

[panasonicvac]

I personally own a Kenmore that's made by the same company as the KitchenAid (Whirlpool). What I like about my Kenmore over the SQ is that it has a more aggressive agitator that I find does better on turnovers especially on the delicate setting when the load is completely full and cleans more thoroughly. I also like that the tubs are plastic. And they don't use a belt which in my opinion is an extra thing to wear on the SQ but I think any machine should get a tune up every five years or so. My Kenmore has never had a break down or even a tune up, though it should get one. But I think any machine you can't go wrong with. The reason why I said I'd get a SQ as a second set is because I'd rather not get something that's the same thing as my Kenmore which in my opinion is a bit boring to have, I like switching things around that makes it more interesting. Even if the KitchenAid breaks, you should still be able to find parts and have it fixed because these machines which are known as direct drive, were the most popular top loaders sold back in the day so not only parts are easy to get but they're also inexpensive as well. I think I'm gonna have that Kenmore for the rest of my life. Here's a video of what a direct drive washer is and why they were so great. You can skip over to 5:23 if you'd like so you can hear what this user has to say about them.

 

[DADoES]

Keep in mind, the washing machine being replaced is a Maytag A606S that has lasted FOREVER. It still runs perfectly, it's just depositing oily spots that are impossible to remove on clean clothes. If it weren't doing that, we wouldn't consider replacing it.

Then that kinda means it isn't running perfectly.

 

[stan]

The Kitchen Aid has a selector switch for agitation & spin speed. I personally like having a separate control.

 

[crenchy]

The Kitchen Aid has a selector switch for agitation & spin speed. I personally like having a separate control.

Wait, do you like having a separate agitation switch and a separate spin speed switch, or do you like the way the KitchenAid is with the one combined switch separate of the cycle switch?