Front Load vs. Top Load: Which Washer is better?

When you are shopping for a new washer many people have the question which type should I purchase. A top load washer or a front load washer?
Watch our video as we review the top 5 things to consider when purchasing a new washing machine.
1. Which type cleans best?
2. Efficiency - How Energy and Water efficient is your washer. Also which one has quicker wash times. These three metrics all save you money.
3. Cost - Upfront cost. How do they compare?
4. Convenience - how many options do you have to fit your space and needs.
5. Ease to load - which is easiest on your body to load and unload.
1. Which cleans the best? If we only factor in the clean ability then this is a toss up. The top load machine (with an agitator) is not as gentle on clothes so with heavy soiling it tends to remove those stains better because it pulls and stretches your clothing. Does it clean better? I would say yes, BUT it also will wear your clothes out quicker. (Watch our video here about the difference between an agitator and an impeller style top load - • Agitator vs. No Agitat... )
One thing not mentioned in the video is a huge benefit you get from a front load washer. That is the spin cycle tends to be much faster. This does not get your cloths cleaner but it does remove more water from your clothing. This is a huge time saver because it shortens the time your cloths require to dry. (The winner of this category is a toss up : no clear winner)
2. Efficiency - Energy and water conservation is very important. But even more important is which one saves you the most time because time is the most precious thing we have. All new washers are much more efficient than they used to be. Looking at energy usage the top load washer uses less energy. Water usage is better on the front load washer because it does not need to fill up as far. Time savings can be debated. If you look only at the wash cycle then top loads tend to win out because their normal wash cycles are shorter but if you include the wash and dry times then front loads will win. (Front Load Washer Wins)
3. Cost - If you are making a purchase where 100% is dependent on the price of the washer, then you can always find a cheaper top load. Many times they start as low as $399. Entry level front load washers start around $799. There is a trade off with lower price items and like most things you end up getting what you paid for. (Top Load Washer Wins)
4. Convenience - Top Load washers are pretty standard in size and dimensions. The lid is on the top making it impossible to store anything there. Front Load Washers however have additional benefits. Not only can you store and place items on top of the washer and still use it, but a front load washer can also have a dryer placed on top of it making it possible to have both a washer and dryer in tight smaller places. Front load washers also have the option to be placed on a pedestal which provides additional storage. (Front Load Washer Wins)
5. Ease of Loading - When loading clothes into a washer many people complain about either not being able to reach all the way inside to the bottom of a top load washer to pull clothes out or say that they can not bend over to reach inside a front load washer because it hurts their back. Because front load washers have the option of adding a pedestal which lifts the front load washer up and puts the drum at a higher level the front load washer becomes easier to load and unload. ( Front Load Washer Wins)
In conclusion: Looking at the 5 metrics we feel most important, it is clear that most of the time a front load washer would be the better choice. Are there still times when a top load washer would be better? Of course, usually those are when your budget is the most important factor or if your clothes are more heavily soiled than the average person.
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[@fed1717]

I hope one day, I'll be able to buy my Mom her own washing machine. This will help her so much. We're currently washing our clothes using hands.

[@ecstaticryan4369]

This is so wholesome, best wishes to you and your mom

[@jeannebalderston2051]

Oh I'm so sorry!!!!

[@Critique808]

Go to washerette.

[@cyclonehero]

I'm sure you did it!

[@fed1717]

@@ecstaticryan4369 I just did, I bought a second hand front load washer and it's the best. Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@maureenpetrone8623]

This video is exactly what I need right now. So helpful!

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi Maureen! We are so glad you enjoyed our video and found it helpful. Thanks for watching! Let us know if there is ever anything else we can help you with.

[@harrickvharrick3957]

One must listen rather carefully to what he is saying as he brings up so many points! Very good presentation!

[@DannieAlagao]

I ended up more confused after watching this video

[@BoulevardHome]

We are sorry you are more confused. What would like you to know more about?

[@Yugiboii]

Most likely because they started at number 5 lol

[@rolando3853]

Confused i was too

[@BoulevardHome]

@@rolando3853 We'd love to answer any questions you may have about the video!

[@rolando3853]

@Mohamed Phoenix Will instpothole work on my cb radio by Realistic

[@pikachen]

This is so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@BoulevardHome]

You are so welcome! We are glad we could help :)

[@crisromero6564]

Thanks for sharing this video. I was curious about the comparison between a top loading and side loading washing machine. And this video shows clarity on all my questions. 🙂

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi Cris! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed our video! Thanks for watching!

[@addisonpollock7352]

Thank you! Super helpful information.

[@rankydoodle0073]

I prefer Front Load Washers. Not only because it cleans better, because it looks better. But I hate the price. But I also like Top Loaders because of the low price, and you have the option to add more clothes during mid-cycle.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for sharing! It's true, many front loaders look very modern and sleek! Thanks for watching:)

[@bertitolino]

I love the classic American top loading washing machine. They are in every horror movie, washing blood and dirt away like snow before the sun.

[@r05ejan8]

Poetic

[@christopherlewis2834]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RigginTheRod010]

Wait a minute...

[@anisinajit]

@@RigginTheRod010 e shock you 😂😂😂😂. I’m shocked myself. Somehow this is making me going to get my top loader kakakakak

[@panaphonicssorny3446]

Just bought a LG front load washer n dryer with steam for grandma, been years since her 70's top load GE gave out. Amazes her how stylish and quiet they are, only complaint is there isn't enough space for pedestals

[@BoulevardHome]

Amazing! We hope she loves it. Thank you for watching.

[@mienola1475]

Very well explained!!!

[@horaciocastillo1435]

I guess you forgot to mention that front loaders use half of detergent than top loaders because the small amount of water where the detergent is dissolved. Great video, very interesting and well explained.

[@BoulevardHome]

Great point! Some of the HE top loaders also use much less detergent and water now as well.

[@gfp163]

@@BoulevardHome Yes and they're also much less effective at washing & cleaning clothes. The tried and true, older style non - he top loader machines get the best results.

[@bh7940]

Top loaders are more reliable. You forgot that

[@zes3813]

wrrr

[@nesq4104]

Leaving clothes dirty and soapy because less water used is not a selling point. I have to always pay for a whole new wash with water only to get the dirt and the soap off it's horrible. Some use a lot of water but I avoid he machines like the plague

[@TanvirAhmed-uz4br]

Excellent explanation

[@PolitiVoyager]

Very well explained. Thank you

[@BoulevardHome]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@bradleybyrnes9907]

I used to think that I needed heaps of water and an agitator to wash properly but since owning a front loader I won't go back to a top loader. My clothes are cleaner and spun faster. I no longer use sprays to pretreat stains now and the detergent lasts longer. Front loader convert right here.

[@blacknight88]

Hopefully you reconsider getting a top load washer in the future

[@deborahwright8646]

thank you for this

[@bradleybyrnes9907]

@@blacknight88 no, I won't go back to a top loader. Front loaders do a better job at cleaning while being gentle on everything.

[@rodhoutx]

@@bradleybyrnes9907 I grew up with top loaders, but switched to a Kenmore/Frigidaire Front Loader in 2003 (still using the same one). Over time you could tell the front loader was a bit easier on clothes, but I think you have to own one to tell the difference. Definitely uses less detergent. I also have access to a Speed Queen Top Loader (classic from 2017) at my parents house, and I like to use it for towels. My front loader can rinse soap out of most things, but towels always seem to be more challenging getting the soap out even when using a small amount of detergent. Interestingly, if the towels are really dirty, the front loader gets them cleaner in one cycle versus the top loader needing more cycles..though I haven't tried doing a "soak" first, that's probably what they needed.

[@chiricanita6697]

How do you deal with the mold, or is it not a problem with the front load?

[@jbar_85]

Our washer and dryer are located in a closet in a dining room area. Top loaders are loud and when on tile, too loud! We just ordered two front loaders but, we gotta get the pedestals for the dryer for sure, it’s shorter.

[@dand2760]

Speed queen top load washers are supposed to be ranked very well because they are well-made. They aren’t the most energy efficient but they do what the old school washers did ...Use more water and clean well. Apparently now they’re made where the way the agitator moves with the drum as it shifts which supposedly helps not being so rough on clothes.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for sharing! Watch our speed queen washer review here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWbFoH-tpNd-pJY

[@dynasty1910]

Yes! Old school Speed Queen top loader from 5 years ago still cleans perfectly everything. A bit expensive but the results are well worth the price!

[@bobby1970]

Unfortunately, I've heard that there quality of parts have gone down, such as certain important parts are now made out of plastic. They're probably still better than most of the crap that's out there nowadays.

[@Senorlatulla]

Hey Dan, If you were to do it all over again would you have still went with the speed queen or a different one? (Need a washer for my family bad, prefer front washer)

[@sadee1287]

@@bobby1970 Yep. When I want to find out the best appliances, I read Consumer Reports. The year I bought my Huebsch (aka Speed Queen) they were rated highest out of all machines.

[@TeleeFONE]

I've used both and front load cleans much better, my clothes are completely clean and smelling fresh and it uses less water, where else when I use top load only 85% of the odours are gone and I get itch if I wear clothes that are washed from top load, means it doesn't clean that well. From what I noticed top load uses water and spinning around to clean the clothes, where else front load uses gravity and spins around the clothes and your clothes are grinded against each other during the spinning of the wash and this leads to much better agitations and cleans clothes much better. So based on which cleans much better, definitely front load to me.

[@dcooper6857]

true

[@sadee1287]

Probably because most of today's top loaders lack an adequate agitator. In our mothers' and grandmothers' day, those top load washers had strong metal components and sturdy agitators that did the job. Modern machines are made with flimsy materials that function poorly and break down. Past top loaders could always handle whatever dirty laundry we would throw in and they'd always come out clean and fresh. Try laundering heavily soiled clothing in a front loader. I guarantee you'll be left with dirty clothes insufficiently washed.

[@Jackknife-TV]

The setting behind him is very nostalgic, reminds me of circuit City 😊

[@Kerlon167]

Knowledgeable & good looking guy. I could watch his overviews/reviews all day. 😊

[@greenmarine5]

I know we went from a top load to a front load, the Front load cleaned our clothes much better and spun more water out of the clothes making less drying time saving on electricity. We have had our front load for about 8 years now and I replaced the extraction pump last year which was a pretty easy job, it took me all of a half hour once I located it. We were lucky enough to find a brand new previous year old model for half off. Our Previous washer was a 23 year old Maytag given to us by a friend's parents, but it used 65 gallons of water for a complete wash cycle and we are on a Well so we switched to conserve water. We were expecting to pay at least 1200 but fell on a deal for 550 and couldn't pass it up and now we can also wash king size comforters in it instead of bringing them to the laundry mat. What he didn't mention is that what you can fit in a top load washer doubles or sometimes triples with a front load.

[@shar7508]

What brand did you buy? Also, even if you have a huge barrel, they are all designed to only give you so much water...too low water level so clothes never get clean! They still smell. It’s awful! Thank you!😊

[@itsmeterri]

What type of washer did you get?

[@sadee1287]

@@shar7508 Good point. I wonder if a huge comforter even gets completely saturated enough to clean in a front load washer.

[@rainthomps694]

Very helpful video!

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi Rain! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed our video. Thank you for watching! Please let us know if there are any other videos you'd like to see from us. Have a great day!

[@hvacae6904]

Both have pros and cons. Front load is best on small space and looks nice but top load is more reliable on cleaning. And top load requires less maintenance on my experience as a repairman

[@Ikey04-ge9gy]

Front loads aren’t better because they “look nice”. That has to be one of the lamest reasons one would purchase a front loader. In reality, they are better because they offer a much more solid cleaning performance while using way less resources.

[@dregenius]

Boulevard, don't forget that electricity efficiency of a washer is trivial compared to the electricity used by the dryer evaporating water out of the clothes. The average spin speed of modern front load machines seems to be around 1200 to 1300 RPM, compared to about 650-750 on top loaders. The electricity saved not having to dry the slowly spun, still-wet clothes adds up significantly - potentially several thousand dollars over the life of the machine in a busy household if my napkin math is correct!

[@wotan10950]

Good summary. I’ve had all three types: agitator, front loader, top load impeller. Pros and cons to each type. Agitator - low capacity, hard on clothes, inefficient. Front loader - great, except for the mold and mildew (no matter how much you clean and dry it), and the gasket which eventually wears out from cleaning the dog fur. Impeller - despite urban myth, it really does clean well, but gets unbalanced easily, produces a lot of lint, and doesn’t wring out the rinse water too well. To be honest, I’d return to a front loader in a heartbeat if I could get one with an easy-to-reach lint filter. UPDATE: since some people have gotten their panties in a bunch over my original comments……I sold the top load impeller model (it was only a year old), and bought an LG front loader. Love it. As for mold/mildew, of course I leave the door open (why would anyone think I didn’t??), and also remove the whole detergent/bleach sliding apparatus after the final load (very easy to remove and reinstall). I think I have all bases covered now, unless another commenter sees room for improvement. My only gripe is that my son and daughter in law don’t have a clue how to use this simple machine.

[@Odins-Men11]

the mold and mildrew can be totally removed with a washer machine cleaner like the active tabs that one in a tub wash/regular hot wash will let your front load washer as brand new. the mold is avoided mostly if when the last wash of the day you take a small towel and dry the door gasket the outside and the folded inside. tiny maintanance task nothing to worry about. plus many new brands like LG add a new type of door gasket that prevents mold grow even that still is recommended to dry it once the washer is done for the day/week etc.

[@sadee1287]

Top loaders with agitator have reasonable capacity if you buy one for large loads. Hated HATED -- my front loader. Never got my wash clean, was less than fresh smelling, and mildew.... Which nobody told me about. And the drain hose was always getting plugged. Granted, the front loaders from Europe are stellar (or so I'm told). Commercial ones are great, but who can afford an $8,000 front loader.... Things have improved, but not enough. Front loaders are almost always digital, and that has its own set of problems. I'll stick with my top loader.

[@mariabolt3881]

Never had an issue with my front loaders mold and mildew. Just don't leave your washing in it wet. When finished take out and dry.

[@dreemer02]

I used to own an old top loader and if one side gets too heavy, it won't spin. Bought a front loader and still have it after almost 20 years.

[@BoulevardHome]

That's awesome! We are so glad to hear you have found a machine you like. Thank you for sharing :)

[@SandyCB7]

What kind of washer do you have so I can buy exactly the same .. 20 years that’s awesome!

[@yozy4996]

loved the music...

[@amorphicintertia]

I think you should consider in a future (maybe part 2 vid) is to add a "duration" and "maintenance/repairs" factor. I think the general perception is that top load washers last longer and stand the test of time.

[@krystleroy3068]

Yes it is if I had a big home I’d want both lol stackable in a big bathroom and top load In the basement would be awsome if it breaks well I tryed let’s just get a old skool stackable 😀 I got the last top load Maytag with no fancy computer who uses steam not me lol 😂

[@don-cw1yz]

Out of the 5 points, I would add reliability and put that as the #1 priority. What use is the feature of using less water and power if the front loader breaks down a lot and the parts cost you a bundle to repair it?

[@Ikey04-ge9gy]

Except top loaders don’t last longer anymore

[@juanhomeboy5434]

I have only ever bought used top loaders. I have only ever bought three my whole life. And sold them in working condition. The dryers on the other hand. Repair every few years. Belt and thermostat. Annoying but very doable.

[@moritajm]

​@@krystleroy3068maytag is the best, our top loader just quit ... after 20 years of good use!

[@keithwilmo4736]

I liked all your answers. I have a front motor myself. It’s going out after almost 19 years. It’s kind of getting down to a point where I gotta make a decision. Do I want a front loader again or top loader just have to decide.

[@BoulevardHome]

There are definitely things to consider for both sides, good luck on picking your new washer and thanks for watching!

[@InnerProp]

Maintenance costs? Which is more reliable and if they do break down how much do repairs cost?

[@BoulevardHome]

Repair costs are similar if you are looking at new options. Reliability seems to be driven more by brand than type.

[@johnfrog9210]

Thanks mate

[@BoulevardHome]

You're welcome! We are glad you enjoyed our video :)

[@bfullsyou]

My Samsung, front load, 13 yr old machine, works great. The top loader of my relative uses, it seems like, 30 gallons of water to fill- wow!

[@BoulevardHome]

We are so glad to hear you love your washing machine! Thank you for watching.

[@jimmcdermott5230]

We went with front loader and love it. We leave the door open just a little and have never had the moldy smell in years. But the sales person told us the top loaders recycle the same water that you wash with and rinse with going through a filter and not using new water to rinse with. He equated it to taking a bath in the tub where you wash yourself and rinse off with the same dirty water. The front loader was on sale and cheaper than the top loader we were considering so he had no reason to lie about it.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for sharing! Your salesperson knows their stuff. Thanks for watching:)

[@bobby1970]

So, are you saying that the water in your front load machine doesn't recycle its water?

[@jimmcdermott5230]

@@bobby1970 I was told it does not because the volume of water that it actually uses is so low compared to a top loader.

[@rodhoutx]

I haven't heard of any top loader that does this. They all have to drain the water after washing and fill again to rinse, otherwise they wouldn't be able to get the detergent out of the clothing. Some even have an option for a second drain and rinse. Front loaders do the same thing, and typically have a couple of additional drain and rinses because they're using less water.

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

@@BoulevardHome Just no, if you really thought so you wouldn't have made this video, or at least it would've been just 10 seconds long with you stating "Front loaders are best, because top loaders leave your clothes dirty". Stop with the botted or extremely lazy comments, it's annoying.

[@FrancoCastro]

Have had both both are great I'm 6'3 and even with a pedestal front washers are a bit too low for me.

[@maryannm617]

Reeeeeally😂 uv got a problem to bend for 1min to load 🤔

[@FrancoCastro]

@@maryannm617 actually I do, had back surgery and bending is a bit "uncomfortable" for me

[@daniellemontoya2813]

So you don't have to bend to get clothes out of a top loader ?? Teach me!

[@paulpalermo6763]

GE Profile top loader. 15 years old and still going strong. No mold smell just keep the door open when not washing. Gets cloths clean. No rattling noise. High spin during drying cycle is quiet. I am always surprised when removing the wash how much the cloths are twisted, that is good. They are almost dry coming out of the washer. If it ever breaks, will get another top load.

[@AK4974U]

Top loaders sucks i went though a bunch of pairs of pants that would start tearing from the leg or crotch area then be unusable later on

[@TeleeFONE]

@@AK4974U yup, top load too rough and abrassive during the spinning cycle, it has torn a few of my shorts too at the crotch area, no such issues with my front load.

[@Calbenmike]

My main reason for buying front load, is water usage. Top load uses twice as much water.

[@g.d.9619]

Why is that?

[@Thomas-ss5jz]

I just got the top loader Samsung Smart washer and dryer just because I didn’t want to pay extra for the pedestals and I’m so use to using a top washer my whole life and I heard the top loaders cleans your clothes more…

[@MorelliMedia]

Hello, can you address doing small loads for a front loader? With some models, you can buy a very small additional machine that sits underneath. What do you think of those? Thank you.

[@BoulevardHome]

Regarding the additional machine that sits underneath a washer. The benefit of this is you can do multiple loads at the same time. If you just want to do small loads then you should just use your regular washer. Most of them have small load options and many times these small load options are much quicker wash times as well.

[@dboydboy1000]

His answers are so “wishy washy.” No pun intended

[@chefrio1471]

Correct 😂

[@GTSScents]

Yup

[@Poos71]

Front loads tend to mold and stink because the water doesn’t drain out of machine entirely. Top loads are generally easier to repair. Stick to the knobs and dials, they don’t have motherboards which will fail and have huge replacement costs.

[@ryanscott1989]

They do have motherboards. All new washing machines use them. You are talking about the old washers from the 90s. They are not made like that anymore with mechanical switches.

[@Myownraps]

Crack your door. It’s like that because you keep your door shut.

[@drebk]

​@@Myownraps🤣🤣

[@sadee1287]

@@ryanscott1989 Yes, they ARE still made with mechanical switches. AJ Madison is selling Speed Queen model TC5003WN top load washer with mechanical switches for $1,329. They also have other models as well.

[@santos-hc9px]

Helpful 🙂

[@BoulevardHome]

Hello! We are so glad to hear you found this video helpful! Thank you for watching :)

[@annadilebo9105]

You are so right .top loader is much better.good video,thanx

[@BoulevardHome]

We are glad you liked our video! Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@MrScottev]

I'm from the UK and it seems a bit alien that people would use a top-loader. My Grandma used to have a twin tub, about 35-40 years ago, but it was considered old fashioned even then. I think one of the main reasons is we tend to have our washers in the kitchen and they fit under the counter.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Europeans just dont like water... everything in Europe uses far less water than everything in America... your toilets are almost bone dry, your washing machines practically air dry things... Americans like WATER... we hear "plunk" in our toilets, instead of European inspection shelves... our washing machines actually USE WATER TO WASH... I lived in Europe for many years... its amazing how much aversion Europeans have for water... I dunno, maybe it dates back to the Middle Ages when nobody in Europe bathed (I think Germans still don't). You can keep your no-water appliances... I'm an American, I like water, i'm going to use a Top Load washer and hear all my clothes go splishity-splash.

[@MrScottev]

@@wolfshanze5980 I think it has more to do with efficiency, our energy tends to be more expensive so our products are designed to reflect that, plus we tend to have less space in our houses. Our toilets work differently. American toilets have more of a syphoning system where the pipe at the back of the toilet is narrow and it requires a lot of water to get the system working, which is why American toilets get blocked a lot more. European toilets tend to have pipes around double the diameter (less blocking) and use the weight of the flushed water to empty the toilet rather than syphoning. Because of the wash down system of European toilets we also tend to have split flush toilets, where you if you just have a wee you can do a small flush which saves a lot of water. I think people may have bathed about once a week in the middle ages and bath houses were common in many areas, pioneers (and people in the Victorian era) bathed about the same or maybe once every two weeks.

[@richardmiddleton5984]

Understandable. However, it would be alien to most Americans to have a washing machine in the kitchen, instead of right next to the dryer, in the laundry room, basement, or garage. Most American kitchens are setup for just a dishwasher, and there is nowhere to put a washing machine and dryer in the kitchen.

[@themartinandersson]

@@wolfshanze5980 Everything in Europe is more efficient. Not just washing machines. Americans like big, bulky and noisy things. They lost their taste buds a long time ago. Europeans are, .... how can I put this, more delicate, and smart? Your cars, washing machines, juice packs, hamburgers, houses - you name it. They are bigger. But if you want quality, then you need to import the product from Europe. You know I'm right, check your trade deficit lol

[@Luckingsworth]

Yes, and it is also foreign to you in the UK that you can have cold and hot water mix at a single faucet to provide the perfect temp warm water.

[@robertfrost1683]

We old Geezers like the top load on a pedestal - easier to load and unload. I have noticed that my clothes last longer due to the way the TL cleans. To avoid mildew, I leave the washer door open after a load.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Top load on a pedestal? That seems counter-productive.

[@zee3255]

Thank youuu

[@BoulevardHome]

You are welcome! We are glad you enjoyed our video :)

[@DrWenChannel]

Which style generally speaking is more reliable? Thanks!

[@Ryan-re1rs]

Neither. Just get one that can be fixed by you and cheaper parts. Thats the truth.

[@patriciacannon4242]

Really thinking about getting a front loader to save on space, as its very limited. Just hate the idea of not being able to open my washer machine once it starts filling with water.

[@Dreengirl]

I'm trying to decide which to buy... and I don't think I'd like that either. I never thought of that!

[@mcpero1]

Then plan your washing to avoid opening the when water starts coming in

[@mels8966]

Samsung make an "Add Wash" which has a small trap door in the top of the door for that, don't know if you can get those models, but I've always thought it was a bit of a pointless gimmick. I used to have a machine that you could open the door to fling stuff in you'd forgot, until the water went above the the lip of the door seal, the gentle and medium action wash programmes only filled that high so you could open it anytime. The door locking mechanism was mechanical with the door release button on the control panel and used a cable to pop the door open, it had cable linkages to the pressure sensor and a "pecker" that pressed onto the drum pulley, so it wouldn't open while the water level was too high or the drum was still turning even if there was a power cut. The only way to do that in my current machine is to turn the power off and wait two minutes for the bimetal door catch to cool down and release.

[@sanghuloom6943]

I had tried both washing machines. I like top load much better. Since on top load, you can add more clothes if you forget something even if the wash is already starting. Simply pause and open the lid and throw that extra cloth. You can't do that with front load washing machine because once the wash starts, it locks the door; preventing any unintentional opening. I'm using LG 12kg top load washing machine. Cleans very well even with blankets, duvets and comforters. You can even recycle the detergent if you want. Just wash the whites first(wash only and no rinse and spin), then take it out, load the colored ones in a full washing cyle. Afterwards, you can rinse and spin the whites you had just removed earlier. Detergents are pretty strong and its a waste to just use it once (but dont use it more than twice though).

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi San! Being able to add additional clothing to a wash that is already started is a great benefit of using a top load washer. We are so glad to hear you love your LG washer! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Please let us know if there are any other videos you'd like to see from us. Have a great day!

[@ArkadiaTube]

Some Bosch front loaders allow you to pause and add clothes.

[@sanghuloom6943]

@@ArkadiaTube wow that's the first time i hear that. Didn't know bosch has washing machines in their line. I thought they only have power tools

[@ArkadiaTube]

@@sanghuloom6943 here’s a video of the reload function. Not all Bosch machines have it so you’ll need to look for “reload” in the specs. See this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6iUiINvmZWBpKM

[@sanghuloom6943]

@@ArkadiaTube wow. Thanks for this mate! Additional learning of the day again. I appreciate it buddy.

[@Gunzee]

You forget drying time. Front loaders remove more moisture from clothes, as they spin faster. Reducing energy & time needed to dry clothes.

[@terrorblossom4829]

Don’t care for that

[@barbaraharris4831]

@@terrorblossom4829 so don’t buy it 🙄

[@terrorblossom4829]

@@barbaraharris4831 just saying don’t matter how fast they spin the dryer will still get them dry

[@Luisperez-qx6id]

@@terrorblossom4829 yea but as she stated the faster spin means less time in the dryer which in turn means less energy consumption and saves people money smart one ☝️ some people do care about that.

[@terrorblossom4829]

@@Luisperez-qx6id point still stands

[@danielparrish5438]

you should ask how long will each top last "

[@anewguy08]

I like front loader, but have bad experienced like black stain/mildew around the gasket, and doesn't drained dry which causes smell.

[@BoulevardHome]

This is a common complaint with front loaders. Some advice would be to leave the door cracked slightly to allow that water to evaporate and to clean your gasket regularly. There are some manufacturers today that are putting in things like anti-mildew chemicals or vents to make sure that gasket stays fresh.

[@melmelbry5754]

What set should I get? Speed Queen? Whirlpool something? I've never had a front loader and am still confused which is better. I have family of 6, tons of laundry, pets, king comforters, hate people coming into my house to fix things, and I don't care about special buttons other than quick wash. What in the world set should I get right now in June 2o22? Please help! My old-school dryer just died.

[@TeleeFONE]

I recommend LG, the best.

[@CasamTheAnimator]

Front loader, because tumble is the only thing which allows the clothes to do wash perfectly.

[@erikal5218]

I’ve had several of both, and I’m most definitely a front load fan... They take a little basic, regular maintenance, to keep nice, but it’s well worth it...

[@BoulevardHome]

I know what you mean. There are some great benefits with front loads.

[@erikal5218]

@@BoulevardHome Yup! At 5 ft tall, the best benefit to me, is ease of use... I do wish I could fill the tub, and control a soak tho... for that, I’ve had to use a collapsible laundry basin. You are definitely right there’s pros and cons to both, and each persons specific needs has a lot to do with what style machine is best for them...

[@bobby1970]

My machine is front loading, and the maintenance I do on mine is simple. After I'm done washing clothes each time, I always wipe everything dry, then I'll leave the washer's door wide open. I also run a fan directly aimed at the washer's opening, and this dries up any remaining moisture fairly quickly. I always leave the door open until the next time I use it again. I even put some silicone spray on the rubber seal. This keeps the seal nice and fresh. The seal seals the door to the frame opening better.

[@erikal5218]

@@bobby1970 Yup, front loaders are air tight. Sealing it shut while wet and not in use, is just asking for mold…. I don’t use a fan, but I also wipe it dry with a microfiber cloth, and leave the door open. 🤗 Never had a stinky, dirty, or moldy front loader! I also avoid fabric softener and use a pinch of scent beads instead… fabric softener cakes up and creates more susceptibility to mold growth.

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

@@erikal5218 There really should be no reason to wipe it down unless you live in an otherwise extremely humid house/environment, not that there's anything wrong with it :) The fan guy though... Just a tad overkill ;)

[@LordBagdanoff]

Had a National top load made in Japan which lasted for 20 years!

[@jamieeisenhower1560]

Front loaders are the best

[@fearsomebeard4290]

I own both, a top load Speed Queen pair and a front load Speed Queen pair. Therefore I can truly do side by side comparisons and both are excellent machines that I highly recommend, however I prefer the top load overall.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thank you for sharing! We agree, both machines are awesome! We are glad you have found which washing machine best suits you :)

[@melissa4455]

Do you think the top load washer is rougher on clothes? What makes you like it the best?

[@anoopm2022]

@Fearsome can you please let us know the reasons why u prefer top load over front load? Eagerly waiting to hear from u

[@fearsomebeard4290]

@@anoopm2022 Deep water wash and faster cycles are why I prefer the top load, however both clean very very well. With current drought in the west I’m using the front loader for most washes at present.

[@fearsomebeard4290]

@@melissa4455 No I don’t find the top loader rough on clothes. It has faster cycles than the front is why I like it best and some things I want a deep water wash.

[@ckuhn5555]

My LG Front Loader requires a drain pump after 10 yrs. Cost to replace parts & labor over $400. Many KZbins on how to replace, but basically you have to strip the down to get to the pump. So my point is Newer Front Loaders probably cost more to repair.

[@BoulevardHome]

Great point. That may be the case. It all depends on the part. Like most new things with more features and more complicated control panels if something breaks it many times takes a trained technician to fix it. Similar to how new cars are when compared to cars made 20 years ago.

[@darkfyy]

our top loader stopped working in 5 yrs... so i think top load is still cheaper

[@jbar_85]

$400 after 10 years is great!

[@kevinkleinhenz6511]

I have had all three types, me personally believe the reason you wash clothes is to “wash them!” The top loaders with agitation clean clothes effectively. These new machines save electricity may be more quiet but DO NOT clean as well.

[@williammoberly848]

Team Speed Queen by far the best !

[@samrodenmandar6683]

what brand is best for longer use?

[@BoulevardHome]

Hello! There are so many brands that have incredible products! But we especially love Speed Queen.

[@themaximusone]

Side loads are like the laundry mat washing machines. And the new ge is a Beast you can add a full bottle of detergent.

[@cranbers]

I like how the one on the right looks like its from 1985. I came to this because my front load does not clean my clothes well, they just smell after being washed. I looked up why, cleaned it with clean cycle and all that. Even towels just don't come out smelling fresh, its a samsung never had issues with my whirl pool front loader. So im debating on going back to top load.

[@SheepyRainbow]

Same here 😔. I've decided to buy the top load washer.

[@Booliocious]

I have a whirlpool duet, i have drainage issues. im not a mechanic so im stuck with having to decide to buy a used top loader or buy a new one, i will never trust a front loader again. its the 2nd one iv had within three years! for a top loader i dont want the HE one tho i need agitation and clean clothes that wont stink, so im upset r nw as its perfect timing in my case w school start up in few days and my kids clothes are rotting now.

[@psychlyeslg]

How about a diagonal load washer?

[@islander678]

I've used front loader and top loader washer. but before I start comparing which is better I just want to share a little side note. first of all I own see through glass washer and I only did this one time. in my top loader I watch how my clothes being wash and waiting patiently I know it is stupid but that's the only way I can determine weather my clothes is actually getting wash properly. ill be honest I didn't like how is being wash due to the fact that is agitator function. plus I can see through the glass how dark is the water and the soap is not absorbing well and agitator it doesn't move the clothes much it is stay in one place that's is a bummer for top loader. in my front loader I witnessed that my clothes is actually moving around and it is satisfying to watch due to the fact that is a tumble motion and that is what I need. my top loader broke down after 4 years use. now my front loader still remain. next time around I will buying a front loader with a little bigger size. when it comes to comparing between these two regards on how long it last, electric saver, water saver, who's faster. I really don't look at that or think of it. I'm more concern about how my clothes is being wash because I don't want to wear dirty clothes.

[@Ryan-re1rs]

What the heck review is that amd makes zero sense. Brands matter, build quality matters.. junk is junk for top load or front load.

[@annawiebe1618]

I washed handkerchiefs in a front load washer and they come out still folded. There is no way that is clean through and through. The house I bought came with a front load but I will be switching it for a top load soon

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

Use a wash ball, and stop throwing in your laundry folded. Tie a knot on a pair of pants and they'll also come out with a knot. If it happened in a front loader, it'll happen in a top loader as well. Both are just a spinning barrel.

[@jimmys511]

What if like my top loader machine doesn’t drain?what will happen if I open the door and it’s loaded with water?

[@johnd9357]

Front loaders don’t fill with that much water. Regardless they all lock the front door until the cycle is over. Even if you stop the wash it will drain before it unlocks.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

You mean front loader?

[@JTCPingas]

You get splashed in the face!

[@gauravmishra9731]

You seems to be just seller you did not said true things which on is actually better for all type of clothes. Without agitator one and with agitator one. I have to explore more. Because cost is less in top load and high on front. So have to think which one is better for cleaning clothes purpose... Better cleaning is what mean to me.

[@alexluvsfrogs]

Appreciate the info! Sadly, I will never trust LG washing machines again. Back in the day (2005-2006) we bought LG front loaders. Horrible experience! Always smelly, gross, dirt collecting machine, never clean smelling clothes, the maintenance was annoying, leaving the door open was always annoying and inconvenient. My mom and her husband bought the washer and dryer combo and so did my partner and I. Perhaps now in 2021 LG has fixed all of these issues, but because we were constantly changing out parts, cleaning, it, and dealing with the smell and gross smelling clothes, I can never buy an LG front loader again, as my experience was so atrocious. Hence, I am very surprised at these ratings you mentioned. We diligently did the cleaning maintenance and scheduled sanitizing and draining procedures and still nothing improved. Now, in 2021 we just got rid of it! That was after changing parts on it 3 times over the years, as well! We were renting from a family member who still had theirs and we could not get away from it or we would have long ago!

[@BoulevardHome]

Hello! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed our video. Thanks for watching!

[@LALALA-tw8vt]

Any front load can have mould and mildew that builds up at the gasket, have to dry them out, front load also need more maintenance than top load

[@livingaboard]

I have an lg frontloader that I bought new since 2007. Never had to repair anything on it. You always leave the door open on any front loader. I will only buy an lg again

[@livingaboard]

@@LALALA-tw8vt I have a 2007 lg front loader and never done any maintenance nor had any service calls

[@alexluvsfrogs]

Yea, I agree with the maintenance! We did everything right! 2 sets down...sucked! But, literally every brand has issues or it doesn't. All luck....get a good one or ya don't. Just like any appliances or equipment. Bad and good stories amongst all brands 🤪 sucks that nothing is 100% reliable every time...that's the game of life, I guess!

[@philfrazier1459]

Front loads are clearly the best choice. The cost is higher but well worth it. Always leave washer door open when not in use. This allows proper ventilation and controls any mold or mildew build up. Easy.

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi Phil! Thanks for that helpful tip:) Thanks for waching!

[@Xterminated01]

Lol I totally took tires video and made me think the opposite

[@Booliocious]

Unless u have cats that want to pee in them discreetly.

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

@@Booliocious I mean... Does that really matter? It's gonna dry, just like the water, and it's gonna get cleaned next time you wash :)

[@patricemukulu8386]

This dude make me check this video just to tell me at the end i will be confuse as good as before this video brahhh

[@badgalruth]

I’ve had both but I prefer the front loader. Front loader clean better.

[@BoulevardHome]

We are glad to hear you have found a washing machine you love! Thanks for watching our video :)

[@mikeinva8]

Having used both I firmly believe the top load is far superior. It cleans much better and does not repeat does not not not wear out your clothes as we are a front load washer will wear out your clothes much much faster because he uses so much less water. I have use both side-by-side and top load is so much better and better on the clothes. And don't even get me started on how hard it is to get the clothes out of a front load washer, it is a royal pain in the back.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for sharing! I think there are lots of people who would agree with you, but it's all about finding what's best for you!

[@kuskuskusnandar]

What's is the brand u use?

[@ExtraSweetSour]

High efficiency (HE) and energy star top load washer 😎

[@jakobii9345]

why was reliability not a factor to compair?

[@themaximusone]

Cool I get an explanation with 1970's disco godfather music 🤣

[@al3645]

For heavy soiled clothes, top load with agitator. For pre soak, too load. For huge blankets front load. For fresher clothes, top load. I like my front load but don’t love it. Clothes never smell as clean as my friends who use top loads with agitator. Front loads can handle big loads like blankets and such but IMO do not clean clothes as well.

[@vocotroms9640]

anyone finds that modern front load washers use very very very little water? until almost like it spins dry clothes with soap bubbles?

[@samanthaalexander5492]

So can mold build up in any top load washer?

[@BoulevardHome]

Mold does not typically build up on top load washers but many front load washer have been know you have that issue. If you have model watch this video to get ride of it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZu1c62joq-opKM

[@samanthaalexander5492]

Thank you. I have since reverted back to a top load washer.

[@MultiWayland]

@@samanthaalexander5492 what model looking to get a top loader this week can you help

[@chapotero3051]

I have that problem mold buildup because dirt built-up so I change to top load. Best to not have that problem and get one that's uses a good amount of water to really clean well the clothes. No does energy savers. I try a side loader and I change back to my old top loader washer. 👍Top loaders!

[@BoulevardHome]

@@chapotero3051 that's so interesting! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. There are definitely pros to having a top-loader.

[@fzr1000981]

Front loaders clean better and are easier on clothes, well established

[@The__Outlaw]

Reliability..... You got to have Data on types of washers Top or Front style : Brand name : Maker/Model Year Range : 2022-2018 2017-2010 Repair issues : DYI Friendly

[@tonynewsom9244]

I’m my experience front load washer cleans better. I can put dirty jeans in a top load with other clothes and the jeans will come out still dirty but if I put them in a front load washer with other clothes they then come out clean. Also to reduce getting mold in the slobber strip on a front load stop closing the door and leave it open to air dry. So make sure it’s not one of those front load washers with a light that stays on when the door is open.

[@terrorblossom4829]

False put them in a old washer

[@TeleeFONE]

Precisely same experience with top load, it doesn't clean very well and the clothes smells and looks dirty even after a wash.

[@davidmichaelvara]

Thanks for sharing. Honestly, I don't like either one. I know that people swear up and down that front loaders wash well and that is false. I have white shirts that I use for work and when I use my front loader that I recently purchased the armpits still stink. The only real way to wash anything effectively is by hand. So for my white work shirts I throw them in a home depot bucket and wash away. They smell much better. I don't believe all that hogwash that clothes rub against each other and wash themselves. That is so not true. Yea, the rest of my stuff has to be washed by the washer because I don't have the time. My work shirts are expensive and I want them to last long so I do them by hand. And YES, my colors that are washed by the machine still have a smell. I am certain that if you were to take some of your clothes and wash them by hand they would come out smelling ten times better than washing then with your front loader. Yea, I just got mine last year. It's a Samsung and it's no better than the old front loader I had. Oh well...

[@annebellette201]

I'm think of buy front loader or a top loader so which. One is better

[@BoulevardHome]

It really depends! Hopefully this video gives you the info you need to decide which works best for you, because they each have their strengths and weaknesses!

[@annebellette201]

@@BoulevardHome thank you so much this video did help me have a great day ..

[@netanelOnline]

I don't know I see here in Israel that most of top loads machines get bad reviews , meanwhile front loads machines tend to get much better reviews and they surely won't cost more. that's y it seems to me fronts are better.

[@Future_Pheonix]

יש לי מקום רק למכונה עם פתח עליון ומתמודדת עם אותה בעיה..

[@wandacapstick5476]

Front loaders are available in the USA.

[@vincentsim3375]

Which type can last longer?

[@BoulevardHome]

Hi Vincent! The longevity of a machine usually depends on the brand and model.

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

Neither, because all electronics today are made with planned obsolescense.

[@jsp7205]

Owned both but the front end loader has a tendency to leak at the door gasket which is a weak spot. I just purchased a top loader for that reason tired of the wet floor.

[@TheDavid111089]

I am an appliance technician, when a washer has to be replaced I recommend the customer replace it with a front loader. Although the gentleman in the video is comparing a Speed Queen top loader versus a GE front loader. I would go with the Speed Queen

[@DithsHauteSpot]

Why do you recommend they replace it with a front loader?

[@TheDavid111089]

@@DithsHauteSpot The newer top loaders are treated like they are older top loaders. Older top loaders can be over filled and still get the job done. New top loaders are too sophisticated and energy efficient. Energy efficiency kills top loaders to the point it disrupts the controls to the point that repairing is as much as replacing. Front loaders keep door open,be cheap with the soap and don’t overload and under load. Also recommend not washing pet laundry in personal laundry, take to laundromat

[@PatrickStone-bu2ve]

You world think the front load would be best with all that spinning?

[@fuzzy927]

Time wise....I am not sitting around and wait till the machine is done....LOL.

[@BoulevardHome]

Waiting around for your laundry to dry is so hard sometimes! Especially when you have some place to be but you need something washed!

[@fuzzy927]

@@BoulevardHome That is why good housekeeping is so important. However thank you for the nice video.

[@BoulevardHome]

@@fuzzy927 You're welcome :)

[@Restless2010]

Love my front load washer. I did do the hack for water level to make it add more water. It's really good now! Don't do it if your washer is still under warranty, is only good to adjust it manually if you have no warranty to begin with...

[@aprilsabo4231]

It sucks that you would need to hack your washing machine to make it work. The older top load, non HE washers are the only ones that actually clean clothing.

[@usenanthony7763]

How did you do the hack? I will love to try it also

[@Mykidwatchesyoutube]

As a proud member of the top loader community I approve.

[@garethcollocott6310]

Top loaders suck but this video was done well. Used top loaders for years (yes HE ones as well) and they simply just cant compare to front loaders. Each to their own but I dont even consider top loaders anymore. Good video, well presented.

[@BoulevardHome]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@christofferrasmussen6533]

Explains why in my 27 years of living i have never seen a top loader in northern europe.

[@J.S_UNIVERSE]

Front load is better for efficiency and electricity and has many wash options . front load washing machines spin much faster at 1600rmp but top-load normally spin at 1000rmp

[@BoulevardHome]

Looks like you've done your research! We are glad you have found what type of washer you like best :)

[@hybridangel3403]

It seems slightly more difficult to buy a front loads in the states. In the uk front loaders are king. And not as expensive as yours t starting point. Top loaders are rare

[@KB-ye9ng]

he's so handsome I forgot about the washers

[@BoulevardHome]

We will be sure to let him know you enjoyed the video haha! Thank you for watching :)

[@nickn815]

Makes me want to buy a front loader

[@BoulevardHome]

@@nickn815 Hi Nick! Check out our catalog and see if there's anything you like www.blvdhome.com/catalog/laundry Please let us know if you have any questions! :)

[@michellavila402]

Yas lol 😹

[@medeo9813]

I never seen before top washers. All European family's using frontal washers.

[@heatherbradley5930]

I have a family of 7, I can run my washer and dryer up to 8 times in 2 days. I have all over the board types of clothes. Which would be better?

[@BoulevardHome]

Wow, that's a lot of laundry! Thankfully, you have lots of great options available. Many of our customers have had great success with Speed Queen washers. They are commercial grade, high quality, and heavy-duty. Here's a link to all the Speed Queens on our site :) www.blvdhome.com/search/speed%20queen Hopefully, this was helpful and informational!

[@netanelOnline]

Front, top are junks

[@amac5625]

Every test shows front load washers was better due to better agitation

[@TeleeFONE]

True coz during wash spin cycle it uses gravity and this creates friction and agitation and clean the clothes very well vs top load which uses water and spin around to clean the clothes and it doesn't have gravity which produces far less agitation on the clothes which leads to not so clean clothes, at least from my experience.