Top-load agitator washers are generally cheaper to buy and can wash clothes faster than other types of washing machines. But they don’t offer the best washing performance and can sometimes be rough on ...

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Traditionally, agitator washers were the no-frills station wagons of the laundry aisle, while high-efficiency top-loaders and front loaders, respectively, raced in the muscle car and luxury ...

You don’t have to pay $1,000 or more to get a washing machine that cleans well. Consumer Reports tests plenty of washers that cost that or more, but most of us would rather spend less. And many of us ...

Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one options from Consumer Reports' latest testsFront-loaders impress our testers with their overall ...

We know that washing machines are a big purchase. But for busy households that go through laundry like it’s an Olympic ...

From energy usage to wear and tear on clothes, here are a few reasons front loader washing machines are considered better-and ...

Look, let's be straight about laundry. It's a chore, isn't it? And if you're like most, you want it done quickly and efficiently. That's where a top-loading washing machine comes in. No fuss, just ...

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A woman insisted that if you’re not using a top-loading agitator washing machine, your clothes aren’t getting clean—and she cast aspersions on those who dared to use a top-loading machine. The video ...