Latest Samsung Washer Consumer Reports
A review of samsung washer consumer reports found very high scores for this washer. This front loading machine was reported to have excellent ratings in review sites as well as in professional sites. It also earned a top honors in a recent customer survey of over a thousand consumers.
The washers were reviewed according to model, with the Samsung WF218ANW receiving the highest ratings. It is 4.0 cubic foot and has 4 spin speeds, 4 temperature settings and ten wash cycles. Its estimated sales price is $800.00 to $900.00.
It carries a one, two, three and five years warranty on various parts. The machine can be placed on top of a dryer if desired. It is also Energy Star rated for energy savings. It was found to excel in water efficiency and capacity.
The machine received 4.8 and 4.5 stars in 100 reviews held at different retail outlets. Users commented on its extra large capacity, a great spin cycle and no vibration problems. They also stated that clothes were coming out cleaner.
The only negative comments that were reported concerned a moisture build up along the door’s seal which could cause mold or a musty odor.
Some users also complained that it was difficult to find repairmen who knew how to work on the machine. However, the favorable comments more than outweighed the negative ones. With these complaints the survey shows a rating of 3.75 stars in a dozen reviews.
Samsung Model WF328AAW ($950.00), color white, also received good reviews with 5 spin speeds, 12 wash cycles and 6 temperature settings. The same machine, but in different colors, red or gray sells for $1,100.00. This machine received 4.8 and 4.5 stars in retail store reviews.
There were complaints regarding this model concerning malfunction on the control panel and a ‘moldy smell”. There was some concern, also, that the silver bars used in the machine might cause harm to the environment, however EPA has not verified this as true.
The report reviewed all of the various Samsung models on the market and has listed them as excellent machines which produce as advertised with very few complaints. They are more expensive than the traditional washing machines but have many excellent features, including the lowering of water bills.
The overall conclusion was, following tests, that front loaders are the most efficient washing machines on the market. Outstanding features are that laundry is tumbled rather than agitated which makes them gentler on clothes.
However, these are high-efficient machines and cost more than the traditional top loaders. They also use half as much water and detergent plus, their high speed spin takes more water out of the clothes making less dryer time.
