New models for washing machines are released all of the time. It can get confusing figuring out which ones are going to best fit your needs. Many wonder whether to choose a front load or a top loading washing machine. A top loading washing machine has an agitator in the middle to swirl clothes through the water. A front load washer doesn’t have an agitator and therefore can hold more laundry since it has about 30% more free room. You can also match them with stackable dryers to save space. Here are the top five front load washers on the market to help you battle your laundry days.
Electrolux EWFLW65H
Cost: $1399.00
Specifics: 4.7 cubic ft capacity. 56 wash cycles/6 temperature settings
Where to buy: Sears
This Energy Star washer saves up to 83% more energy and uses 56% less water. It is my first pick because it has an 18 minute wash cycle. It allows you to customize and save up to three of your favorite settings. It comes in three colors, has a reversible door, control lockout and is a very quiet washer.
LG SteamWasher WM2688H
Cost: $1699.00
Specifics: 4.2 cubic ft capacity. 9 washing cycles/5 temperature settings
Where to buy: Sears, Best Buy and The Home Depot
This washer has a steam option to help with tough cleaning jobs. The SteamFresh cycle allows you to toss in a few garments and steam them if you don’t have time to do it by hand or iron. It also is very energy efficient and comes with a built-in steam generator. It is also certified asthma and allergy friendly. You can even add storage drawers to it to store your soap!
Whirlpool Duet WFW9300V
Cost: $1199.00
Specifics: 4.0 cubic ft capacity. 10 washing cycles/4 temperature settings
Where to buy: Lowes, Sears and Best Buy
The new Duet from Whirlpool comes in a variety of stylish and sleek colors. This machine is beautiful and is designed to help conserve up to 70% more water and energy than regular washers. It is Energy Star qualified, has a quiet wash, hand wash cycle and a child lockout feature. It also has optional storage pedestals and a matching dryer.
GE Frontload Laundry Washer WCVH6600HMS
Cost: $810.00
Specifics: 4.0 cubic ft capacity. 9 washing cycles/5 temperature settings
Where to buy: Sears, The Home Depot, Lowes, Best Buy and Sam’s Club
This washer is also Energy Star qualified, has an agitator suspension system to ensure quiet washing and a reversible door. I really liked the HydroHeater feature on this washer. It makes the water temperature levels increase to kill more than 99% of bacteria found in most home laundry. Talk about clean! It also has a detergent dispensing system on the top, but that can be a disadvantage.
Kenmore Front Load Washer 47531
Cost: $759.99
Specifics: 3.6 cubic ft capacity. 5 washing cycles/4 temperature settings
Where to buy: Sears
This affordable washer is just as good as the rest, but for half of the price. It is also and Energy Star washer and saves up to 66% water and conserves 70% energy. It has a QuietPak insulation feature that keeps noise to a minimum.
