Trashing "Bravos" washer, Need help choosing another :-(

thepond2007

9 years ago

So confused, so many conflicting opinions. It truly sounds like new machines are only lasting 5 years. Anyone with a 15+ track record doesn't have a newer machine, so....

My Maytag Bravos Top Load is broken, after 5 yrs, too expensive to repair. Didn't love how it cleaned anyway, going to repurchase a Washing Machine.

I've tried to put an idea together, from what I've read here. I think I want Front Load this time.

My "wish" list:
*Extra large capacity
*Easy to keep fresh smelling
*Quite (at least not the noisiest one)
*Durable (5+ years would be nice)
*Good, reliable Company support
*Pre-soak (if avail on FL)
*Pause to add (on FL)
*Gentle/handwash cycle
*Wash tennis shoes

I don't even know what to expect to pay! Bravos was $900, bought from high end appliance company, and I thought it would be our last washer.

So confused. Spend a lot and gamble? Or spend little and risk just not good enough build??

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Comments (3)

practigal
9 years ago
There is a separate forum "laundry room" for washers and dryers. Be sure to check/post there.
hvtech42
9 years ago
Speed Queen is the best for quality/durability, whether you are talking TL or FL. It is also the most expensive. However, it is short on capacity and features compared to other brands. For some people that's not a problem (in fact it's what they prefer), for others it's a deal breaker.

Besides that, Electrolux seems to be the "forum favorite" front loader right now. I would definitely look into it if I needed a new machine.

Overall I am happy with my LG pair that I've had for 2 years now. I had some service issues in the beginning, but since then it's been fine and performance is excellent.
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thepond2007
Original Author
9 years ago
Thank you, I will look in to Electolux! Posting in Laundry forms. :-)