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Both types of washer get your clothes clean.
Traditional top-loading machines ...
- have a lower initial cost -- typically several hundred dollars difference for comparable models
- use proven technology, have good to excellent reliability records
- do a good job cleaning, especially for really dirty clothes, because of the vigorous central agitator
- are sold and serviced by many retailers and repair shops, creating a very competitive marketplace
- usually take up less floor space than top-loaders, and also are available in space-saving "stacking" modules
Newer front-loading machines ...
- are cheaper to operate in the long run, especially for families that use warm or hot water for clothes washing, because the front-loaders use less water
- are easier on clothes because they gently "toss" them like a clothes dryer, instead of beating them with an agitator
- can be quieter and produce less vibration
- are available in a wider range of styles and colors
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoThe front loading design is actually more efficient and works better than the top loading design for washing machines. So yes, they are good.
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoEfficiency has next to nothing to do with front or top loading washers, but has everything to do with how good the technology is.
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Are some washers more efficient with the water they use during regular cycles?
Yes since some have the energy efficient and water usage in them like the front washers
Can you use front loading detergent for top loading washers?
Yes you can use. But if the front loading washers, if used with the right detergent are a great investment. You’ll save a lot of electricity and money as a result. Plus, front loaders are more sophisticated technology and hence arguably have been cleaning technology than the traditional top loaders.
What are the benefits of front load washers?
Front load washers actually hold more clothes, so you are able to do larger loads which saves on water, detergents, and of course, time. They have been proven to be a very efficient choice for washing machines.
What are some common problems with front load washers and dryers?
Mold and water leaking can be a problem with front load washers. They may also not be as energy efficient as they claim. They tend to be more expensive than other washer and dryer pairs.
Is top load washing machine saves water consumption?
Top loaders are usually less efficient compared to their front loading counterpart. That means they consume more energy and water. However, the agitatorless top loader models today are designed to conserve more water and energy. These washers are more efficient because they cycles are quicker and they have larger drum space so you can wash more clothes.
Why do front load washer vibrates excessively?
Front loading washers vibrate more than top loaders because they spin faster. If leveled correctly on a firm surface, however, the vibration should not be excessive.
Are front load dryers more energy efficient than top load dryers?
No. It should not increase the energy efficiency by being a top loading machine compared to a front loading machine. Shop around for the type appropriate to your situation and financial capabilities.
Is a front loading or top loading washing machine more cost efficient?
Where you load from doesn't really matter. Several other factors are much more important, such as how much water the machine uses per load and whether you overfill the machine regularly. These and other factors contribute to the overall cost effectiveness of your machine.
Is there any environmental impact difference between front load dryers and the top loading kind?
No, this will not make an environmental difference. What you'll really want to look at is how efficient the dryers are. The more efficient they are, the smaller impact they will have on the environment.
Do the front load washers save more water than the top load washers?
front load washers do indeed save more watter and are energy more efficient. The U.S. Department of Energy recently did a study in a small town in Kansas, where 204 older washing machines were replaced with horizontal axis machines. Homeowners there realized an average of 38 percent savings on water usage and 56 percent energy savings for the washer and hot water heating system.
Front load washers cost so much more than top load washers. What are the benefits of the front load washer since it is more costly?
Front load washers will use much less water than a conventional model. They also typically require less soap. Some believe that front load washers clean more thoroughly in that the clothes repeatedly hit the water, instead of just being immersed in it.
What are the advantages of a front-loading washer over a top-loading washer?
The advantages of a front loading washing machine over a top loading washing machine is that with the front loading machines , you can usually hold more laundry equally and efficiently which saves on money and conserves alot more water than normally would
