Anyone hear anything good about the front-loader Whirlpool Neptune? (It's a real manly washing machine- and I want one)
I've had a front loader since '98. Pretty good machine. Had one recall/service update and maybe one service call the whole time. Pretty pleased with it.
"Anyone hear anything good about the front-loader Whirlpool Neptune? "
Be careful!
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2005/maytag_lawsuit.html
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2006/03/whirpool_maytag_approval.html
Just be sure it's a newly-designed machine.
FWIW, part of the mildew problem (which other front-loaders have also had) is because owners are too stupid to leave the door open so the tub and rubber sealing gasket can dry out between washings.
I love the front-loaders. They use less electricity, water, and soap, and get clothes cleaner. But they are pricey, and some have had problems.
We have had one for about seven years. We couldn't be happier with it. Maytag had to come once to replace the rubber ring inside the door (that was a free service).
It cleans very well and hardly needs any detergent.
That's the upside. The downside is that we may be the only people on earth happy with the machine.