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Top Loading VS Front Loading Clothes Washers

8/18/2017

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When shopping for a washing machine, the size of the laundry space or room is your first consideration.  Cost will probably be your second criteria.  High Efficiency (HE) top loaders cost $600-$1400.  Traditional top loaders cost $400 and up.  HE front loaders cost $600-$1200.  It may be helpful to know that front loaders' longevity is usually 11 years while a traditional top loader can last for up to 14 years.

​Some of the features of a front loader are:
​-If on a platform, the machine sits taller so it is easier to load.
​-Controls are placed on the front of the machine at eye-level.
​-Does not have an agitator.  
-More energy efficient.
-Great tub capacity.
​-Steam feature optional.
-Longer cycles are actually a negative.
-Spins faster allowing for shorter drying time.
-More mechanical failures.
​-Heats water in the washer thus not drawing from the home hot water tank.
-More expensive.
​-Interior prone to molding from dampness and drainage issues.
​-Newer models after 2009 have built-in self-cleaning cycle to prevent molding.

​Some of the features of a top loader are:
-Known as water hogs.
-Easy to load but harder to unload.
​-Newer top loaders have controls in front instead of on the back panel.
​-HE top loaders now available that have improved efficiency.
​-Agitator takes up much space and can tangle clothes or attachments on clothes.
​-Agitators clean the clothes better but are harder on the fabrics.

Some features of new HE top loaders are:
​-Flips clothes instead of agitating.
-Spins clothes through stream of water.
-Rinses clothes with high pressure spray.
​
​HE washers use less water and detergent.  Look for machines that carry an Energy Star rating because they use 35% less energy and water.  Another good rating to look for is the CEE Tier III rating.

​If you want a large tub capacity for washing bedspreads, etc., check out the Samsung WA9000 with a 5.6 cu. ft. capacity.  Other recommendations available on new model washers are listed below.

  • Delay Start Option (to run the machine during off peak hours)
  • Internal Water Heater
  • Large Capacity 4.3–5.6 cu. ft.
  • High Spin Speed, 1000 rpm or higher
  • Stainless Steel Drum
  • Self-Clean Cycle
  • Cold Wash Option
  • Quick Wash Option
  • Automatic Water Level Adjustment
  • No Central Agitator
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