Originally Posted by BonnieJP

We had to replace two new washers (Maytag and Whirlpool) in less than 14 years. When the last one needed $$$ repairs, I asked two service technicians which is the best quality washing machine. Both technicians immediately said "Speed Queen" so we bought that. When the Maytag dryer died, we replaced it with a Speed Queen dryer. We've had the machines several years now and have had zero problems.

The washer is a top loading machine with an agitator. I prefer a top loading machine because I have the option to soak items and there are no mold issues like with the front load machines. The washing machine allows me to select the temperature and amount of water, level of dirt, size and type of load (e.g. handwash, regular, bulky, etc.).

The dryer allows me to select timed or sensor drying (e.g. damp, less dry, dry), the temperature and type of load (delicate, permanent press, bulky, etc.). It even has options for pet items, steam refresh, steam sanitize, etc. The door swings open to the side, not downward like on my previous dryer. Because I'm short, that makes it much easier to reach into the back and grab that one sock always hiding there. The lint trap has a very fine screen so it does an excellent job catching every bit of lint and dog hair from our two collies.

When I made a rag quilt a couple of years ago, everyone told me to wash it the first time at the laundromat and not at home. I was surprised to see the laundromat had my identical Speed Queen washer. Considering how much abuse laundromat machines are subject to, I think that says a lot about the quality of the Speed Queens. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase a Speed Queen washer and dryer again and highly recommend them. I love both machines.