Washing Machine Buying Guide: How to Choose a Washer

A top load washing machine is a classic configuration that has a door on the top that opens upward and features an agitator or impeller inside, to help get your laundry clean. Discover some of the top-rated top-load washing machines from Maytag brand and learn how to use them. Select top-load washers offer deep clean options, stainless steel wash baskets and steam-enhanced cycles to help you tackle your family’s toughest stains.

Some benefits of top-load washers include: 

• Easy to access, often requiring less bending to load/unload

• Faster cycle times on select models

• Choose between an agitator or impeller to help remove soils and stains

• Large capacities and deep fill options available on select models

Front-Load washers load from the front, and tend to use less water and spin faster than their top-load counterparts. Explore some of the top-rated front-load washing machines from Maytag brand, according to customer reviews, that can enhance your laundry experience. With options available on select models, like the Optimal Dose Dispenser, Sanitize Cycle and stackable configurations, you can find a washing machine that will be a perfect fit for your laundry routine.

Benefits of front-load washers include:

• HE models generally use less water per load vs. top-load models

• They can often be stacked under a dryer to save space

• Tumbling motion is typically gentle on fabrics

• Faster spin speeds can lead to shorter drying times

Small capacity washers usually range from 3.5 to 4.4 cubic feet, just the right size to handle around 9 to 15 full-size bath towels in a single load. Though small in size, these washers can come equipped with powerful cleaning features and a wide variety of cycles and settings.

This small capacity Maytag^® washer, for instance, combines Deep Water Wash Options with a ½ HP Motor and a Dual Action Agitator, helping move clothes through the water to create outstanding roll-over action and deliver a robust clean in short cycle times.

Medium capacity washers typically range from 4.5 to 4.9 cubic feet and can take on about 11 to 19 full-size bath towels at once. Built to help manage larger loads with ease, these washers go beyond size and can be engineered for balance and stability.

For example, Advanced Vibration Control^™ Plus on Maytag^® washers like this one automatically redistributes unbalanced loads with a ball-bearing balancing ring and six-point suspension system, while advanced software adjusts and recalibrates for each load.

Large-capacity washers range from roughly 5.0 to 5.3 cubic feet, accommodating about 12 to 21 full-size bath towels. Check out some of the largest capacity washers available from Maytag brand at 5.3 cubic feet, plus spacious front-load washers and the largest top-load agitator washers. Understanding washer capacity can help you find the right sized washer for your household.

Commercial-grade residential washers and dryers are made for your home with commercial-grade parts that are built to last. Select Maytag^® models feature a Dual-Action Agitator to help deliver a robust clean as well as a powerful motor and drive system to dry bulky loads with ease, Maytag^® commercial-grade residential pairs can get your clothes clean for years.

For households with pets, the Maytag^® Pet Pro System on select washers and dryers helps you conquer pet hair like a pro. The built-in Pet Pro Filter in the washer visibly removes pet hair, while the lint trap in the dryer traps and removes pet hair, load after load.

Smart features make laundry day easier by keeping you connected to your appliances. Learn more about choosing the right smart washer and dryer. With select Maytag^® models featuring Remote Start and a Schedule Wash Cycle, connected appliances from Maytag brand can help you tackle laundry messes even when you’re away from your machine.

Maytag brand delivers powerful cleaning you can depend on, backed by the stain-fighting power of Extra Power on select models.

Some stains dissolve best in hot water, others in cold. Maytag^® Extra Power boosts stain fighting on any wash cycle with an intense pre-wash and extra agitation so you can walk away while stains wash away.

Some washers are designed to offer lower operating costs and reduced environmental impacts. Consider adding an ENERGY STAR^® Certified model to your laundry room, which can use 30% less water and 20% less energy than traditional models over the lifetime of the appliance.