momto6 said:My front loader stinks. Literally!


hmmm let me guess maytag neptune??

viva las vegas?

JK27 said:return222 said:Actually whirlpool and maytag are almost the same price. Somehow I thought Maytag would be more expensive. According to Consumer Reports, Maytag has a repair rate almost double the other brands (GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Frigidaire). Class action lawsuit on the Maytag Neptunes was filed and Maytag will likely settle. Might want to stay away from Maytag for awhile.

Linko to info on the Maytag Neptune Class Action Lawsuit

OK thanks I guess Maytag is out. But the only LG I know is the cellphone. So how is LG compare to other brand like Whirlpool and Kenmore. I can't find any information about using this special soap for front loader.

return222 said:OK thanks I guess Maytag is out. But the only LG I know is the cellphone. So how is LG compare to other brand like Whirlpool and Kenmore. I can't find any information about using this special soap for front loader. Of the 14 front-loaders rated by Consumer Reports, the 3 LG units rated #4, #8 and #9 (somewhat middle of the road). Consumer Reports doesn't rank them for reliability and repair track record, "We don't have enough survey data to establish a track record for reliability."

Also, CR states, "Low-sudsing detergent is recommended for the best results and best washer performance."

So, yes, you must use HE detergent for front-loaders. Can find it at Sears -- or just about anywhere these days.

I'd recommend skipping the delivery thing if they require that you give up the old system (but keep it if they will merely deliver the units). In the least try to sell your old combo, even if it is just for some toekn amount to a college student.

The Lowes coupon can be obtained from the USPS as part of their moving packet. I also am not currently sure if dealpass hasa limit on the # of GC you can get.

JK27 said:return222 said:Actually whirlpool and maytag are almost the same price. Somehow I thought Maytag would be more expensive. According to Consumer Reports, Maytag has a repair rate almost double the other brands (GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Frigidaire). Class action lawsuit on the Maytag Neptunes was filed and Maytag will likely settle. Might want to stay away from Maytag for awhile.

Linko to info on the Maytag Neptune Class Action Lawsuit

Since Maytag has been taken over by the Chinese you can not rely on all those years of Maytag commercials where they were toted as reliable. It’s a whole new ballgame.

qwe7 said:JK27 said:return222 said:Actually whirlpool and maytag are almost the same price. Somehow I thought Maytag would be more expensive. According to Consumer Reports, Maytag has a repair rate almost double the other brands (GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Frigidaire). Class action lawsuit on the Maytag Neptunes was filed and Maytag will likely settle. Might want to stay away from Maytag for awhile.

Linko to info on the Maytag Neptune Class Action Lawsuit

Since Maytag has been taken over by the Chinese you can not rely on all those years of Maytag commercials where they were toted as reliable. It’s a whole new ballgame.

maytag is being purchased by whirlpool

One other thing about detergents. The HE brands are just diluted mixes of regular detergents, but they charge the same price as regular detergents. So- you get about 60% less detergent, plus some filler -for the same price.

I just buy regular liquid detergent and use about 35% of the normal top loader amount. The front loaders use less water, so you need to cut back on the amount of detergent you put in. Else you over suds your wash and, on the Neptunes, they'll sense the oversudsing and shut the wash down.

So, I'm sure others have an opinion of the HE detergents, but I just think they are a rip-off.

Happy Washing!

JK27 said:Where/how do you get the Lowe's moving coupon.

Here. I took advantage of this about 5 months ago when I bought all new appliances.

SVTour98 said:front loaders do NOT clean better than top loaders. they do not have an agitator that's why they rely on special detergents to do the cleaning. agitating the clothes gets them much cleaner than relying on special solvents/chemicals to do the job. front loads use roughly the same electricity as a top load. the savings comes with drying. the front load spins at such a high rpm that it practically dries the clothes before you throw them in the dryer. hence the savings. i considered getting front loading machines but theres way too many downfalls to them. the repair costs are VERY high and VERY frequent when compared with top loaders. that coupled with the added cost of special detergent and the initial cost of the units does not make it worthwhile...unless you like eye candy.

We all like eye candy, look at the hits the "half off swimsuits" post had........