[villager]

I am getting ready to purchase a new front load stackable washer and dryer. I've narrowed it down to two models. One is made by Maytag (which I know is built by Whirlpool) and the other by LG. If you want specific model numbers I will share, but am looking for any feedback if you own a newer model by either of these two companies and what your thoughts are. If you have had warranty issues, how was their customer service? Thanks in advance!

[janie55369]

I have a Samsung front load and don't know if they are all like this but it definitely gets a stale smell to it. I am thinking they all may have that problem since they sell special products to eliminate the smell. I don't think I will ever buy a front loader again

[dajeannie]

I have both LG here and a Maytag front loaders at are other home both are great. Never had an issue with either one. The only problem here is the electric dryer on the LG dose not dry as well as the Maytag gas.

[Warren Kiefer]

Originally Posted by villager

I am getting ready to purchase a new front load stackable washer and dryer. I've narrowed it down to two models. One is made by Maytag (which I know is built by Whirlpool) and the other by LG. If you want specific model numbers I will share, but am looking for any feedback if you own a newer model by either of these two companies and what your thoughts are. If you have had warranty issues, how was their customer service? Thanks in advance!

I am sorry I cannot be specific about LG washers and dryers. We recently purchased a full kitchen package made by LG. We were torn between Maytag and LG and finally settled on the LG. I will tell anyone, in my opinion LG is the most overated brand on todays market. I now wish I had chosen the Maytag appliances. My invformation tell me there is NOT an American company that builds appliances in the USA, ALL appliances are now made in South Korea.

[Bryant]

Originally Posted by janie55369

I have a Samsung front load and don't know if they are all like this but it definitely gets a stale smell to it. I am thinking they all may have that problem since they sell special products to eliminate the smell. I don't think I will ever buy a front loader again

I have had my Whirlpool Duet for 9 years. If I don't set the dryer on timed drying (max time is 90 minutes) when I have towels in the load (usually no more than 4 bath towels; not large ones), they don't dry thoroughly. If I am not there immediately to put more time on the dryer, they have a musty smell.

I hate the musty smell of the washer (I leave the door open at all times when not in use) and I will NEVER buy a front loader again. I never had this problem with the traditional washers. Daughter bought Samsung set a year ago and her washer has same problem.

[pooh]

Originally Posted by janie55369

I have a Samsung front load and don't know if they are all like this but it definitely gets a stale smell to it. I am thinking they all may have that problem since they sell special products to eliminate the smell. I don't think I will ever buy a front loader again

I have a Kenmore front loader....not sure if made by Whirlpool or Maytag, but it's been a good washer.

Never have had a stale smell....when laundry is done, I dry the rubber gasket at the door, empty the tray where detergent, bleach, softener go in...water sits in the tray sometimes, then I leave both the tray and the door open so the interior dries. I also use Charlie's Soap laundry soap.....keeps things from getting odoriferous.

[PJ]

I have the LG stacked electric washer & dryer, and I also will never buy a stacked system again. The washer stinks, even though I leave it open as much as possible, but can't leave it open all the time because the door gets in the way (it's in a passage-way).
Other things I don't like: the labels on the buttons are hard to read, the washer labels are too low and the dryer labels are too high! (I'm tall, and I can't even read them!!) I made sticky notes and taped them up -- tacky! Also the dryer makes the finished sound and turns off, while the items inside are sometimes still damp. I never had these issues with a side by side washer & dryer.

[RayMan]

Had the front loaders....never again! The only thing we liked about them was that you could do mats, comforters, etc because it didn't have the center piece in the tub...but now the upright ones come without it as well....love it!

[CFrance]

I have a front loader in our condo in MI. I think it's a Frigidaire. It is absolutely the best washer I have ever had. Never had a problem with odor at all, and it cleans the clothes so much better than the Kenmore top-loading, low-water, agitatorless piece of cr** I got talked into down here last year, thinking saving water would be a good deal for FL. Our clothes do not get clean in this washer. I suspect it just doesn't use enough water. I hate it. I'm giving it another year, then donating it to Habitat.

My front loader in MI is THE best, and it's 16 years old!

[Blessed2BNTV]

Had a Maytag front loader (in my Atlanta home) and had problems with musty smelling clothes. Used the special cleaners monthly like recommended but still had issues. After a few very short years, I gave it away. Bought a top loader Whirlpool, low water, and it's ok.

Love my old Whirlpool (water fills completely - old type, agitator) in my TV home.

[bonrich]

We have front loaders also, LG. Wouldn't do that again. Have to leave door open on washer and making sure to dry the rubber gasket. Also, making sure to clean and dry the dispensers, especially if you used bleach, since there usually is a residual left over, and it will spot clothes. Takes a long time to wash a load, and drying time is also longer. Long way to reach in to unload either machine. Next time if there is one, top loader only, and probably a Kenmore.

[asianthree]

no one up north in my area will work on an LG

[villager]

Wow! Thanks for all the feedback. I wasn't expecting so many negatives about a front load washer. May have to re-think the entire scheme. I appreciate all the comments!

[perrjojo]

I had a GE front loader and the musty smell was an issue. I always left the door open and used the cleaning products available for front loaders. It is my understanding that the musty odor is not an issue on newer models but I don't know that for a fact. I loved my washer and dryer but the smell was an issue as it could even transfer to your items washed. Also, a front loader is not easily interrupted for something you forgot to put in, etc.

[dsned]

I used to have a front loader and never would again. smelly and broke down all the time