What front load washing machine would you choose that was available right now but only as brand new? I've heard great things from many different brands such as Miele, Speed Queen, Bosch, Electrolux, and even LG. I already have a Speed Queen top loader that I love and works great. I want to buy an additional washer that's front loading. Big family, lots of clothes and bedding and bulky things. Would love to here all of your input. Thanks for the help!
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<span style="font-family: helvetica;">Gets my vote. I love mine.</span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">Gets my vote. I love mine.</span>
LG manufactured Kenmore 41982
Just purchased it within the last month. Loving it despite the learning curve. I recommend trying to get your hands on one! Of course Miele is great too!
Just purchased it within the last month. Loving it despite the learning curve. I recommend trying to get your hands on one! Of course Miele is great too!
Erinn, what types of things are you wanting to wash that don't fit in the SQ TLer? That would give me an idea of the volume you need. The SQ FLer volume is 3.5 cu. ft. My current Whirlpool Duet is 4.3-4.5 cu. ft. I have a very thick queen size bed spread and it fits in just barely. I used to have a 3.0 cu. ft. direct drive Lady Kenmore and with me adding extra water all the way to the top of the tub, it really didn't move much. I had to stuff it n the washer.
Otherwise a 5.0 or 5.2 cu. ft. LG with Turbo Wash 360.
Otherwise a 5.0 or 5.2 cu. ft. LG with Turbo Wash 360.
Given that, one of the jumbo 5.0 cu. ft. or more LGs would be a good fit. The Kenmore suggested above is getting very rare as it's showing up out of stock. Sears began selling it December 2016. I imagine Sears will be updating their LG-produced Kenmore Elites.
vacerator
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The tub bearings
only last the 20 years on the most expensive Miele's. Otherwise they are as durable as a Samsung or an LG. That Miele will set you back about $4,000.00 U.S.
only last the 20 years on the most expensive Miele's. Otherwise they are as durable as a Samsung or an LG. That Miele will set you back about $4,000.00 U.S.
tomdawg
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I agree with appnut
With your speed Queen being smaller, Miele are smaller front loaders when you are comparing cu ft.. however I’ve heard you can get a lot in there and it will clean well.
LG will do well with your big bulky items- with turbo wash, the jets will help saturate the load well.
I have a 4.5 cu ft lg washer and I am able to put my big fluffy king size comforter in it. It’s full, but with turbo wash, it has no problem getting it clean.
With your speed Queen being smaller, Miele are smaller front loaders when you are comparing cu ft.. however I’ve heard you can get a lot in there and it will clean well.
LG will do well with your big bulky items- with turbo wash, the jets will help saturate the load well.
I have a 4.5 cu ft lg washer and I am able to put my big fluffy king size comforter in it. It’s full, but with turbo wash, it has no problem getting it clean.
eurekastar
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If you want something that will wash bulky comforters, go with the LG's 4.5 cf tub or larger with Turbo Wash.
panasonicvac
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We have an LG WM8100 that was bought new last year. I like using it, it's been quite nice so far. However I were to buy a front load washer and dryer again today, this time I would get the Speed Queen FR7.
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Hi Erinn, I would get a Speed Queen FL machine, you all ready have the best current TL option why not get the best FL washer EVER sold for homes in the United States.
The SQ will let you wash King Sized conformers easily, yes there are even bigger FL washers out there but you can not fill them up like the SQ and have them last very long.
I got a new SS SQ FL washer last November and love it, the only problem is not being able to generate enough laundry to fill it very often.
John L.
Hi Erinn, I would get a Speed Queen FL machine, you all ready have the best current TL option why not get the best FL washer EVER sold for homes in the United States.
The SQ will let you wash King Sized conformers easily, yes there are even bigger FL washers out there but you can not fill them up like the SQ and have them last very long.
I got a new SS SQ FL washer last November and love it, the only problem is not being able to generate enough laundry to fill it very often.
John L.
cfz2882
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reply 13 is a good answer...
...for reasons of "coolness"quality and utility.If a used large FL is something you would consider,and you can do DIY repairs on an old machine,I have had very good luck and results with a 2001 vintage KM HE3/WP Duet.
...for reasons of "coolness"quality and utility.If a used large FL is something you would consider,and you can do DIY repairs on an old machine,I have had very good luck and results with a 2001 vintage KM HE3/WP Duet.
Speed Queen front-loader, hands down the best built washer on the market now.
The Speed Queen FL has me very convinced! And nothing better than having a matching Speed Queen FL and TL and dryer as well! The only thing I wish it had was an internal water heater, but my water gets close to 140F and have been getting clean just fine without scorching temps. While the tub sizes of the LGs are very tempting, I do love a simple but superior quality machine that will last for a long time.
panasonicvac
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I've used the steam setting on our LG a few times, I honestly didn't find much of a difference between that and having straight hot water coming from our hot water tank. Plus I think it's just an extra thing that could break in the washer from over time, that's one of the reasons why I would recommend SQ over LG.
bradfordwhite
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about $800
Is there some reason not to consider a Duet?
Is there some reason not to consider a Duet?
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