best and worst agitator top-loaders from consumer reports' tests - home appliance manufacturer

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Loaders are not usually the most innovative appliances in the laundry aisle, but they are still popular: they make up 42% of the 9 appliances.
According to the Home Appliance Manufacturers Association, 6 million washing machines were shipped to stores last year.
Price is one of the reasons why mixer washers are popular
They are the cheapest option.
They are usually faster than other washing machines.
They have been there for a long time.
"People tend to be familiar with the mixer washing machine," said Richard Handel, who is in charge of the CR laundry equipment test . ".
The downside is performance.
In tests reported by consumers, most mixer washers are not as clean as they areefficiency top-loaders—
No mixer type-or front-load washers.
In order to make the mixer more attractive, the manufacturer has begun to adjust the machine to make it more functional --rich HE top-
Loaders and front carsloaders.
That's why you see the top of the mixer
We have loaders with stylish details in our rating such as stainless steel look and glass cover.
Some have huge capacity now, so you can wash more clothes at once.
All of this has pushed up the price of the model and weakened the biggest selling point of the mixer.
Basic white mixer top
Loaders can sell for $600 or less.
However, models with additional features and a stylish look cost about $700 to $1,200.
By contrast, most people
The loader starts at about $650, up to $1,500.
Hard to find in front-
The loader is less than $700 and some are sold for $2,000.
CR members can continue to read ratings and reviews on top of six best mixers
You can buy the loader now and there are four more to skip.
When you shop, double check to make sure you can install the new machine in your space (
Through the door)
By paying attention to the size in our washing machine rating.
Top of 4 worst mixer-
The overall score of these washing machines for CR-rated loaders is 40 points or less, which means that their overall score is fair.
However, the Queen of Speed did get the highest score
Excellent rating
In order to predict the reliability and the satisfaction of the owner, this is the only brand of the mixer top-
Loaders do this in our survey of CR members.
That's why the speed queen TR7 we tested was the worst when cleaning all the tested washers.
You will see more than 100 mixer tops-He's a top loader.
Loader and front-
Loader in our rating.
These four mixer washers are the lowest scoring in all tests.
Top of the worst mixer
You will see more than 100 mixer topsHe's a top loader.
Loader and front-
Loader in our washing machine rating.
These four mixer washers are the lowest in all tested washers. (
Please note that Whirlpool has both the Roper and Amana brands. )
See our full washing machine ratings and reviews for more options.
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