"overall" things considered that is. I don't have gas (yet) but for now I have to buy electric which is expensive to operate even though my electric costs in my area are not bad. I still personally think WP/Kenmore still make the best dryers and the best design to dry clothes the fastest. I think the GE's are to cheaply made and the Frigidaires by Electrolux seem to cheaply made too but Whirlpool still seems to be making a better quality "partswise" dryer than its counterparts ? thoughts ? thanks ..
who makes the best dryer ?
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Greg, Thank GAWD for BEANO~!
I believe there was a thread a while back with a certain model of Whirlpool dryer that was rated very good.
Greg, Thank GAWD for BEANO~!
I believe there was a thread a while back with a certain model of Whirlpool dryer that was rated very good.
Why thank you Greg M
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washertalk
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I don't know if propane is an option where you live. You might consider renting a 100 gallon tank to be placed outside. If you end up getting natural gas later you can easily convert your dryer back.
Whirlpool has been cranken the same design for like the last 40 years +. They must be good. Easy to repair if need be.
Whirlpool has been cranken the same design for like the last 40 years +. They must be good. Easy to repair if need be.
Greg, the WP dryers with the lint screen access on top of the cabinet are much better than the WP or Kenmore models iwth the lint screen inside the door. The top-lint access is teh "classic" WP design.
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Re: Greg, I Agree about the Whirlpool/Kenmore also, but:
Alternately, I would also look into either a new or 2nd Hand Maytag Dryer, that is actually a Maytag-Made Dryer, for both Electric and Gas Drying of Laundry.
I've got what I call the 2nd Generation of the First Maytag Neptune Washer and the Gas Dryer {without window} and my Dryer does a real good job at accurately Drying all Loads of Laundry, whether Smaller or Larger items.
There is still an Atlantis Dryer, that is similar to my Neptune Model that is one of the best Maytag's. I would also like to suggest to make sure and get in no matter which Brand/Model you select, that you get the Electronic Moisture Control Sensor Drying System.
I hope that this helps you with your decision. Good Luck, keep us posted as to which you end up with getting.
Peace and Regards, Steve
SactoTeddyBear...
Alternately, I would also look into either a new or 2nd Hand Maytag Dryer, that is actually a Maytag-Made Dryer, for both Electric and Gas Drying of Laundry.
I've got what I call the 2nd Generation of the First Maytag Neptune Washer and the Gas Dryer {without window} and my Dryer does a real good job at accurately Drying all Loads of Laundry, whether Smaller or Larger items.
There is still an Atlantis Dryer, that is similar to my Neptune Model that is one of the best Maytag's. I would also like to suggest to make sure and get in no matter which Brand/Model you select, that you get the Electronic Moisture Control Sensor Drying System.
I hope that this helps you with your decision. Good Luck, keep us posted as to which you end up with getting.
Peace and Regards, Steve
SactoTeddyBear...
Bob id agree
That time proven wp design, with top mount filter is hard to beat, large drum and the electric version dries very fast, a relative has twin to mine that is gas. we both really like them, we are people that like that drop down door as well to use as a shelf. The two i mentioned are the KA version, and neither has had a repair in over a decade. Money well spent. Hopefully the new ones are as well built. alr2903
That time proven wp design, with top mount filter is hard to beat, large drum and the electric version dries very fast, a relative has twin to mine that is gas. we both really like them, we are people that like that drop down door as well to use as a shelf. The two i mentioned are the KA version, and neither has had a repair in over a decade. Money well spent. Hopefully the new ones are as well built. alr2903
Well Greg sir, I think you just answered your own inquiry.
Dryers,
No door ever opens to more wrinkle free and unshrunken laundry than a Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Kitchenaid.
BUTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT I hate the stupid lint filter on top that drops dryer dust all over the top of the cabinet and then lining it up and feeding it back in without binding.
Norge made a great noisy dryer. Maytag took the best of all worlds and created the Neptune Atlantis?neptune and there's no crappy, cheesy lint filter that pulls out like the dip stick on your car. My Atlantis was a fabulous, capcious dryer with a cut away opening that made reaching inside easier than the fall down door of the Kenmore.
Kelly
No door ever opens to more wrinkle free and unshrunken laundry than a Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Kitchenaid.
BUTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT I hate the stupid lint filter on top that drops dryer dust all over the top of the cabinet and then lining it up and feeding it back in without binding.
Norge made a great noisy dryer. Maytag took the best of all worlds and created the Neptune Atlantis?neptune and there's no crappy, cheesy lint filter that pulls out like the dip stick on your car. My Atlantis was a fabulous, capcious dryer with a cut away opening that made reaching inside easier than the fall down door of the Kenmore.
Kelly
I'm partial to the Maytag dryer design. It seems that since they moved the lint screen from the rear of the drum to the front, they've kept that basic design and just made minute changes to it. We have the Neptune dryer with the electronic controls and LED readout, it's fantastic.
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Kenmore/Whirlpool are the best design, even if it does put a little lint dust on the top of the cabinet when you empty the filter, no biggie.
Rich
Kenmore/Whirlpool are the best design, even if it does put a little lint dust on the top of the cabinet when you empty the filter, no biggie.
Rich
I have used several brands
of dryers, but have only owned Maytags.
My current Maytag, from 1997, is my favourite dryer of all time, so far.
Fast, quiet, gentle, effective. (With any luck, I'll find a partner like that!)
I never had a dryer with a drum light, until this one, and I will always have one with a drum light from now on.
I think I'd still buy a new Maytag dryer, though not the least bit certain about a Maytag washer.
My runner-up would be Whirlpool.
As for the gas-electric thing, I have always had gas heated dryers, and have had great results with them.
If you're only doing 1-3 loads of laundry a week, I don't think there might be a great difference in running cost. More than 3 or so loads a week, I'd go for gas, or propane.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
of dryers, but have only owned Maytags.
My current Maytag, from 1997, is my favourite dryer of all time, so far.
Fast, quiet, gentle, effective. (With any luck, I'll find a partner like that!)
I never had a dryer with a drum light, until this one, and I will always have one with a drum light from now on.
I think I'd still buy a new Maytag dryer, though not the least bit certain about a Maytag washer.
My runner-up would be Whirlpool.
As for the gas-electric thing, I have always had gas heated dryers, and have had great results with them.
If you're only doing 1-3 loads of laundry a week, I don't think there might be a great difference in running cost. More than 3 or so loads a week, I'd go for gas, or propane.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
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May I quote Bobby from the cartoon "KING OF THE HILL"
"Dad says Butane is a BASTARD GAS, GO PROPANE." HAHA'
But Kenmore and Whirlpool are the best dryers. Bulletproof as can be.
"Dad says Butane is a BASTARD GAS, GO PROPANE." HAHA'
But Kenmore and Whirlpool are the best dryers. Bulletproof as can be.
rolltideroll
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May I quote Bobby from the cartoon "KING OF THE HILL"
"Dad says Butane is a BASTARD GAS, GO PROPANE." HAHA'
But Kenmore and Whirlpool are the best dryers. Bulletproof as can be.
"Dad says Butane is a BASTARD GAS, GO PROPANE." HAHA'
But Kenmore and Whirlpool are the best dryers. Bulletproof as can be.
cehalstead
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new dryer
I like my new Maytag (the last of the Dependable Care, but still available). The lint filter is in the door, and has the cutaway top for easier loading and unloading, three temps and two automatic and one timed dry cycles. I have the electric version, but I am sure the gas version is just the same except for the heat source. I agree that if you do minimal amounts of laundry, the electric version is probably best considering the cost of propane and installation, but if you do large amounts of laundry, go for the gas.
I like my new Maytag (the last of the Dependable Care, but still available). The lint filter is in the door, and has the cutaway top for easier loading and unloading, three temps and two automatic and one timed dry cycles. I have the electric version, but I am sure the gas version is just the same except for the heat source. I agree that if you do minimal amounts of laundry, the electric version is probably best considering the cost of propane and installation, but if you do large amounts of laundry, go for the gas.
Originally posted by appnut:
"Greg, the WP dryers with the lint screen access on top of the cabinet are much better than the WP or Kenmore models iwth the lint screen inside the door. The top-lint access is teh "classic" WP design."
Appnut, could you please elaborate. Being a connoisseur of fine dryer design, I am interested in what your conclusions are about the later (27") machines. I don't have experience with them, but the design looks like it has potential.
"Greg, the WP dryers with the lint screen access on top of the cabinet are much better than the WP or Kenmore models iwth the lint screen inside the door. The top-lint access is teh "classic" WP design."
Appnut, could you please elaborate. Being a connoisseur of fine dryer design, I am interested in what your conclusions are about the later (27") machines. I don't have experience with them, but the design looks like it has potential.
