Guess the best I have used-or owned-McGraw Edison SQ washers at an apartment laudramat,BD WP machines that replaced the SQ,And at home ANY BD-KN,WP machine.Used to have DD KN-HATED the thing-was a real clothes chopper.Traded it at the swap shop for a WP IMP90 BD.Sadly that machine now leaks-just haven't gotten the time to try to fix it.If I have to buy new-SQ TL it will be.Otherwise see what the swap shops have.
What is the best washer you have had?
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golittlesport
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LG 3570
I'll have to say the best performer I have owned to date is my current machine, a front-load LG.
I'll have to say the best performer I have owned to date is my current machine, a front-load LG.
nmassman44
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I have to agree with Rich, the LG 3570 is by far the best washer that I have ever used. Better than the SQ top loader that came before it. This washer cleans well and performance is top notch. And so far no issues with the washer and the equally impressive LG 3570 dryer. This washer and dryer have reduced my utility bills drastically, water bill especially was impressive by $90 for the quarter. The SQ washer is very primitive by comparison. Not to mention a water hog, and extraction was lacking compared to the LG washer. That alone has made the dryer fly thru loads of laundry.
And an added bonus, my clothes are lasting longer and don't look like they have been beaten to death. I know some on here will gasp at what I am saying about the beloved SQ top loader but that's what I have experienced with that machine. Replace a belt on that washer and you will not be so thrilled...it's no Maytag Newton built washer that's for sure.
And an added bonus, my clothes are lasting longer and don't look like they have been beaten to death. I know some on here will gasp at what I am saying about the beloved SQ top loader but that's what I have experienced with that machine. Replace a belt on that washer and you will not be so thrilled...it's no Maytag Newton built washer that's for sure.
dave886
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Best washing machine i've own LG F1495KD, still going, i love the way it washes the clothes, 10/10 results all the time.
Worst washing machine i ever own, was a hotpoint aqualtis 9kg it used to rip the clothes in in the spin cycle due to the design of the rubber gasket, wash times where extremely long, poor rinsing, i could never buy another hotpoint, i rather pay more for the top of the line LG or a Miele.
Worst washing machine i ever own, was a hotpoint aqualtis 9kg it used to rip the clothes in in the spin cycle due to the design of the rubber gasket, wash times where extremely long, poor rinsing, i could never buy another hotpoint, i rather pay more for the top of the line LG or a Miele.
When I posted my original choice of the best washer I have owned I was thinking more on the lines of washers I owned in the past. But I would be remiss if I neglected to mention my current washer, an LG 3170. It probably is the very best washer I have ever owned. I have never had whiter whites, the savings in electricity are sizable, about $20.00 per mo. less per mo. This is due to less hot water being needed and the incredibly fast spin speeds that cut drying time in half at least, The flexibility of cycles, while not as great as some higher priced models, is never the less more than adequete. I have programmed my favorite cycle and with the press just a button I'm ready to wash most loads. Also, I am using way less detergent than I did with my GE TL. After 3 mo. of use I can honestly say that I'm very happy with this LG and its companion dryer.
I have to say
my Kenmore Elite. It's a rebranded lg pair. Clothes come out clean and rinsed in the washer and come out dry in the dryer. I love the water jets, both laundry detergent and additive mixed and freshwater alike. I always use fabric softener for every load and bleach for every white load and the pump circulates during accelawash which I use all the time. I don't need to use high heat in the dryer for most loads. I just use normal with medium heat and it all flows through nicely.
my Kenmore Elite. It's a rebranded lg pair. Clothes come out clean and rinsed in the washer and come out dry in the dryer. I love the water jets, both laundry detergent and additive mixed and freshwater alike. I always use fabric softener for every load and bleach for every white load and the pump circulates during accelawash which I use all the time. I don't need to use high heat in the dryer for most loads. I just use normal with medium heat and it all flows through nicely.
In 50 years my family had 2 GE Filter Flo washers, a 1967 and a 1989. Never even changed as much as a belt on either one. They had the coolest sounding timers when you turned them to set the wash cycle. I really miss them.
The 1974 Maytag A407 I bought for $50.00 7 years ago. It was already run to death then with well water stained spin basket with a few drain holes starting to rust open, tub bearing clunking, original belts squeaking. I wash 6 loads of clothes every week with it. I replaced the belts as soon as I got it, timer with a used one a few years ago, water injector and fill tube last year and thats it so far. Tub bearing still clunking. Gathering up parts to do a one day overhaul of it, just need to find a good clean trans to service with synthetic oil, and a clean spin basket. Ive got a near perfect HA806 for back up but I dont think Ill ever need it the way this thing keeps going.
I can't pick just one because all of the machines either my family or I owned were all good except the X design Maytag Bravos. Even the Amana I have now is a really good performing washer.
I think though overall the ones I remember well and used when I was old enough was our early 70s Fedders Norge and the much later 2003 Kenmore DD 90 series.
Overall the nod goes to the Kenmore 90. That washer had 7 temp combos and seperate speed switch and infinite variable water levels and an extra rinse option.
Was a great rinser with that ultra rinse system. Two 15 second sprays in each spin.
I think though overall the ones I remember well and used when I was old enough was our early 70s Fedders Norge and the much later 2003 Kenmore DD 90 series.
Overall the nod goes to the Kenmore 90. That washer had 7 temp combos and seperate speed switch and infinite variable water levels and an extra rinse option.
Was a great rinser with that ultra rinse system. Two 15 second sprays in each spin.
tomdawg
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Bosch Axxis from early 2000’s it was a great performer and rinsed pretty well. I have never had sweaty work shirts come out so clean wash after wash.
Miele 4842 is getting up there in cleaning power, as I currently have a 4370 LG.
If I have a big load of towels the Miele will outperform the LG balancing and spinning out the load.
Miele 4842 is getting up there in cleaning power, as I currently have a 4370 LG.
If I have a big load of towels the Miele will outperform the LG balancing and spinning out the load.
panasonicvac
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Mine would be the German made Whirlpool Duet. This was our set we had up from our last cabin that we used to have until we sold the place along with the set. LOVED that washer so much! I even was very fortunate enough to use one again up at a ranch I was living at a few years ago. They are still to this day the BEST washers that I've ever used!
cfz2882
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same here...
...German made KM HE3,made early in 2001-matching dryer is US made.
...German made KM HE3,made early in 2001-matching dryer is US made.
My Miele Wi Washer and T1 Dryer
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">I, too, had an Axxis+ set from the early 2000s. I thought that was the best one I ever had until now. The dryer was a little on the noisy side but did a good job. I have to say this Miele set we bought about a year ago is the best we've had. What I loved about the Bosch was the heated soak cycle (among other things). But I always hated the fact that after the soak I had to restart the machine with whatever cycle I was using. With the Miele, it goes from the soak directly to the wash. I really wanted to hate the TwinDos system because I thought it was a gimmick. But now that I have had an opportunity to test other detergents against the TwinDos I have to say the combination does an amazing job. I stock up when there is a sale on the Miele site to keep the cost down a little bit.</span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">I will admit I was a little concerned about using a heat pump dryer because some on this site made it sound like I would wait hours and hours for a load to dry. That hasn't been my experience at all. The only thing that I couldn't fit into the washer was our king sized down comforter. I found a set that is two twin size comforters that button down the middle to make a king. Problem solved. </span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">This time around I wanted a set that would fit under counter and I love the fact that I don't have to worry about venting the dryer when we redo our laundry room.</span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">I, too, had an Axxis+ set from the early 2000s. I thought that was the best one I ever had until now. The dryer was a little on the noisy side but did a good job. I have to say this Miele set we bought about a year ago is the best we've had. What I loved about the Bosch was the heated soak cycle (among other things). But I always hated the fact that after the soak I had to restart the machine with whatever cycle I was using. With the Miele, it goes from the soak directly to the wash. I really wanted to hate the TwinDos system because I thought it was a gimmick. But now that I have had an opportunity to test other detergents against the TwinDos I have to say the combination does an amazing job. I stock up when there is a sale on the Miele site to keep the cost down a little bit.</span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">I will admit I was a little concerned about using a heat pump dryer because some on this site made it sound like I would wait hours and hours for a load to dry. That hasn't been my experience at all. The only thing that I couldn't fit into the washer was our king sized down comforter. I found a set that is two twin size comforters that button down the middle to make a king. Problem solved. </span>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;">This time around I wanted a set that would fit under counter and I love the fact that I don't have to worry about venting the dryer when we redo our laundry room.</span>
Very best in Brazil: Electrolux LE1000.
Very best for whites in the USA: Kenmore Catalyst.
Very best for colors: The Laundry Alternative Niagara.
Very best for duvets: "Samtag" that Kevin gave me (he adjusted the water level)
Very best dryer in Brazil: Electrolux Eco Turbo (frigidaire affinity)
Very best dryer in the US: Maytag neptune superstack or drying center.(I have and love both)
Very best for whites in the USA: Kenmore Catalyst.
Very best for colors: The Laundry Alternative Niagara.
Very best for duvets: "Samtag" that Kevin gave me (he adjusted the water level)
Very best dryer in Brazil: Electrolux Eco Turbo (frigidaire affinity)
Very best dryer in the US: Maytag neptune superstack or drying center.(I have and love both)
pierreandreply4
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compared to the 17 duet set that where recently replace i wo
compared to the 17 year old duet set that was recently replace with maytag washer dryer set pic one i would say the new set preform better than the old 17 year old set pic 2 as reference
compared to the 17 year old duet set that was recently replace with maytag washer dryer set pic one i would say the new set preform better than the old 17 year old set pic 2 as reference
maytaga806
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This beautiful direct drive beast from 96. Still runs like new and very quick, no bullshit & a true classic that still offers a very giving selection of cycles. I grew up with mostly direct drives, a early 90s Roper and then the very last model of the direct drive which was just a more basic end Whirlpool with the dual action agitator.
I’ve never once found something this machine cannot clean, in less than an hour on any cycle.
I’ve never once found something this machine cannot clean, in less than an hour on any cycle.
WP Imperial 90 with a Surgilator agitator.So miss that washer!!Died from multiple tub leaks.
My favorite vintage washer
would go to the GE filter-flo. I had the 2-speed model. It would wash everything from wool sweaters and delicate lingerie to dirty sweaty denims and everyday sturdy cottons and linens.
would go to the GE filter-flo. I had the 2-speed model. It would wash everything from wool sweaters and delicate lingerie to dirty sweaty denims and everyday sturdy cottons and linens.
maytagneptune
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Calypso for dirty items. Fisher&Paykel GWL11/15. IWL12/15/16 overall. Reliable and high speed spins. The only top loader with suspension rods that spins that fast that doesn't explode during spin.
lakewebsterkid
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Favorite?
Probably the Duet. Lots of character, quirky, German built, and would do tap hot washes.
Though, the Kenmore LG built FL is better at balancing, spinning, and rinsing.
Probably the Duet. Lots of character, quirky, German built, and would do tap hot washes.
Though, the Kenmore LG built FL is better at balancing, spinning, and rinsing.
My favorite is my present washer, Maytag 510, I bought new in 1984. One $28 part replaced in all that time and runs as if it just came out of the box new.
mark_wpduet
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This is an easy one
My Duet (currently 16.3 yrs old)
My grandma had a GM Frigidaire that I LOVED. That would probably be my favorite TL washer.
My Duet (currently 16.3 yrs old)
My grandma had a GM Frigidaire that I LOVED. That would probably be my favorite TL washer.
48bencix
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1980 Maytag
Out of all of the washers that I have owned I chose the 1980 Maytag. Very smooth washing action. I did buy it new and had to give it up when I sold the house two years later, the new owners wanted it. I have had many Whirlpool/Kenmore belt drives, and a 2000 Maytag orbital. The orbital was nice, bought it new, but the seal failed after 5 years and the agitator shaft pulled out at 17 years. Now I have the 2017 Speed Queen. I do like it quite a bit and probably will never buy another washer. Too bad the basic design keeps the tub off center when agitating. The Maytags never had this problem because of the on center belt design. I have also had GE FF that were fun but basic design is even more of a water user than my SQ.
Out of all of the washers that I have owned I chose the 1980 Maytag. Very smooth washing action. I did buy it new and had to give it up when I sold the house two years later, the new owners wanted it. I have had many Whirlpool/Kenmore belt drives, and a 2000 Maytag orbital. The orbital was nice, bought it new, but the seal failed after 5 years and the agitator shaft pulled out at 17 years. Now I have the 2017 Speed Queen. I do like it quite a bit and probably will never buy another washer. Too bad the basic design keeps the tub off center when agitating. The Maytags never had this problem because of the on center belt design. I have also had GE FF that were fun but basic design is even more of a water user than my SQ.
1993 GE filter-flo
I am choosing the 1993 GE filter-flo set. It would wash anything thrown at it, from delicate lingerie to smelly cottons and denims covered in dirt. It had the ramped activator, minibasket and filter pan. My mom washed a jacket on the normal speed and small water level when I came come with it dirty. The sounds it made were very cool from the start of normal speed agitation to the clunking suspension on spin.
I am choosing the 1993 GE filter-flo set. It would wash anything thrown at it, from delicate lingerie to smelly cottons and denims covered in dirt. It had the ramped activator, minibasket and filter pan. My mom washed a jacket on the normal speed and small water level when I came come with it dirty. The sounds it made were very cool from the start of normal speed agitation to the clunking suspension on spin.
My Whirlpool Duet WFW97hex I've owned for 10 years this coming December. Outstanding cleaning better than any top loader or front loader I've ever owned, my fabrics aren't beat to death like a DD washer, and I have multiple options for hot water ranging from 125 to 153 degrees F.
Funny. I've had both top and front loader and I didn't notice ANY discernible difference of the "superiority" of front load washing and I had one with "on board heating"
For the kind of clothes I get truly dirty I find an agitator washer that uses plenty of water if I so CHOOSE to get my skanky work clothes nice and clean.
Oh there is always the slower motor speed us knuckle dragging neanderthal Americans thought to program into our machines also.
For the kind of clothes I get truly dirty I find an agitator washer that uses plenty of water if I so CHOOSE to get my skanky work clothes nice and clean.
Oh there is always the slower motor speed us knuckle dragging neanderthal Americans thought to program into our machines also.
jerrod_six
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Probably a GE Filter-Flo with ramped activator. Cleaned well and didn’t wear the clothes out. Rinsed well.
Barry
Barry
not to mention
the noises they make.
the noises they make.
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