For those ready to wash here are the #1 rated Front Loaders at 3 price points.
Best High-End Front Loader
Samsung WF448 Steam Front Load Washer 4.5 cu. ft.
Front-Load Steam Washer with 4.45 cu. ft. capacity
Steam Technology
Silver-care technology – bacteria killing
14 wash cycles
4 Temperature Options
1,300 RPM Spin Speed
Best All-Round Front Loader
Maytag Performance Series MHWV300VW
Front-Load Washer with 4.0 cu. ft. Capacity
10 Wash Cycles
Sensi-Care Wash System
IntelliFill Automatic Water Level Sensor
SenseClean System
8 Hour Wash Delay
3-Tray Dispenser Drawer
Direct Drive Motor
Best Budget Front Loader
Frigidaire GLTF2940F
Front Load Washer with 3.5 Cu. ft. Capacity
Electronic Controls
Stainless Steel Wash Basket
12 Hour Delay Start
3 Wash And 4 Spin Speed Combinations
Estimated Time Remaining Indicator
White Finish
12 Responses to “The Best Front Load Washers”
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February 23rd, 2009 at 3:32 am
I would definitely add the Amana washer to this list, the Amana NFW7200TW. This model is made by Samsung for the Amana brand, and offers a great band for the buck. Right around the same price as the Frigidaire.
March 8th, 2009 at 9:02 pm
The Frigidaire washer exceeded my expectations – it is compact enough to fit in our 3F single-door closet-sized laundry room (stacked w/ the matching gas dryer) and does a fine job churning out clean laundry. I am a firm believer in front-loading washers now – it uses so little water and is every effective. The spin cycle really dries your laundry to the point that some just need a bit of air drying time (rather than using the dryer). Highly recommended.
October 26th, 2009 at 3:19 am
I’ve found nothing but good things about the LG front load washing machines. In fact, LG in general seems to be a well respected company for all appliances.
October 28th, 2009 at 1:39 am
I am going to have to beg to differ with you concerning your assertion that anything but the LG WM2010CW is the best budget front load washer on the market. This is cheaper than the Frigidaire you list, and has gotten impeccable reviews.
January 29th, 2010 at 2:52 am
Another good front load washer out there is the Bosch WFMC2201UC. It is pretty reasonably priced and has gotten good reviews.
March 17th, 2010 at 11:36 pm
The bosch set front load washer is horrible!!!! We are constantly having it repaired.
April 8th, 2010 at 8:18 pm
Don’t buy the Whirlpool Duet front load. I have had this for less than 2 years. Computer board was changed – still having same problem F70,F71.
July 9th, 2010 at 3:09 pm
Frigidaire frontload washer and dryer The worst buy! Changed dryer after 2years the heating element was busted and could not be replaced purchased another dryer …now the washer is broken too !
October 10th, 2010 at 6:23 pm
well this has been very informative. i’ve learned that every brand and model is the best and the worst on the market. ive never liked spinning around in circles. lets leave that to the washers.
i think ill just expect to get what i pay for. thats almost always true anyways.
October 13th, 2010 at 5:20 am
Frigidaire frontload washer lasted only a couple years before the bearings went out. The repair guy said this is a common problem for these washers after they are only a few years old. Cost to repair would be the same as buying a new one. Take my advice and buy a different brand.
Also be aware that certain Kenmore models are made by Frididaire.
October 25th, 2010 at 11:36 pm
The Siemens (Bosch?) are absolutely the worst; I am looking at this site because our five year old washer is now leaking all over the floor. we have had nothing but problems with it – like almost all Siemens products I have ever bought. I will not buy a Siemens!
October 26th, 2010 at 3:08 pm
The absolute worst set I have ever bought is the Samsung. It does not clean clothes and my dryer needed a new motor after 4 years. It is quiet but that is about it!!!! I would not give it to my worst enemy.