Consumer Reports’ tests have found that top-load agitator washers are cheaper to operate and can wash clothes faster than other types of washing machines. But they don’t offer the best washing ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Top-load agitator washers have been around for decades, and their appeal endures. Although most don’t clean as well as ...

Whirlpool brand launched its brand new Top Load Washer with 2 in 1 Removable Agitator. The industry-first 2 in 1 Removable Agitator enables consumers to customize any load of laundry to care for their ...

Manufacturers continue to refine the washing machine, mostly adding new features, increasing energy efficiency and reducing water consumption. But a consumer shopping for a new washer will, early on, ...

The debate on whether agitator vs impeller washers are more effective is central to many people’s buying decisions, and will shape the way you do laundry when you have eventually made a choice. There ...

Where front loaders typically have hour long wash cycles, top loaders get the job done in roughly 20-40 minutes, helping to free up your time and get your clothes cleaned quickly. Top loaders are also ...

When you’re shopping for a the best new washing machine, one of the biggest choices you’ll have to make is whether you want a top- or front-load model. While front-loading machines often feature more ...

There are pros and cons to owning top-load and front-load washers. They can both clean and wash clothes efficiently, but the most significant difference between the two is the way you load and empty a ...

These washers can be wallet-friendly, but don’t expect perfect performanceIf you have room for side-by-side laundry machines, ...

When your washer flatlines, quickly scoring a new machine can give your laundry room a new lease on life—before the dirty clothes start piling up. But should you choose a modern front-loader, a ...

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 ...