Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Feb 7th 2010, 1:28 am
#31
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Another frontloader fan here as well. We have a Bosch one.
If you can, shop around. We looked at Retravision, Good Guys, Rick Hart, and Harvey Norman. We found buying therm all in the same shop was not the cheapest option. We ended up with the fridge-freezer from the Good Guys, the washing-machine and phone from Rick Hart, and the TV and DVD recorder from Retravision.
For us, three of the shops were in the same centre, i.e. we could walk from one to the other and the 4th shop was just over the road. So, it wasn't too much hassle to check out all four.
If you can, shop around. We looked at Retravision, Good Guys, Rick Hart, and Harvey Norman. We found buying therm all in the same shop was not the cheapest option. We ended up with the fridge-freezer from the Good Guys, the washing-machine and phone from Rick Hart, and the TV and DVD recorder from Retravision.
For us, three of the shops were in the same centre, i.e. we could walk from one to the other and the 4th shop was just over the road. So, it wasn't too much hassle to check out all four.
Feb 7th 2010, 1:37 am
#32
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Another vote for toploader, Bosch, Goodguys.
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet.
)
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet.
)
Feb 7th 2010, 2:11 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Top loader!
Also you could spend all flipping day trying to get through a few loads of washing on a front loader. The longest cycle on my top loader is 40 mins. When I went home last year I couldn't believe how bloody long a wash took on my dads front loaded.
Anyhow, a load of washing done in 40 min is always going to win by me.
Also you could spend all flipping day trying to get through a few loads of washing on a front loader. The longest cycle on my top loader is 40 mins. When I went home last year I couldn't believe how bloody long a wash took on my dads front loaded.
Anyhow, a load of washing done in 40 min is always going to win by me.
So frontloader all the way!
Feb 7th 2010, 4:07 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Front loader!!!! 
Top loader are horrible, they ruin your clothes.
Front loaders have a handwash cycle....for that alone they are worth their weight in gold.
My front loader (fIsher and Paykel) has a quick wash cycle (30 mins) and a daily load cycle which is about 45 mins, as well as the longer more intense cycles for bedsheet, towels etc.
I would never use a top loader again for love nor money.
Top loader are horrible, they ruin your clothes.
Front loaders have a handwash cycle....for that alone they are worth their weight in gold.
My front loader (fIsher and Paykel) has a quick wash cycle (30 mins) and a daily load cycle which is about 45 mins, as well as the longer more intense cycles for bedsheet, towels etc.
I would never use a top loader again for love nor money.
Feb 7th 2010, 4:12 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Another vote for toploader, Bosch, Goodguys.
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet. )
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet.
)
Feb 7th 2010, 4:42 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Top loader!
I love how you can add stuff to it if you forget. Can't do that with a front loader once the door locks. Believe me i've tried
Also you could spend all flipping day trying to get through a few loads of washing on a front loader. The longest cycle on my top loader is 40 mins. When I went home last year I couldn't believe how bloody long a wash took on my dads front loaded.
Also top loaders are easier on you physically, no squatting on the floor or bending over too much.
I nearly always use the low water usage unless it is a large wash. I find even on low it uses a lot of water anyhow.
I used to think top loaders didn't get your clothes as clean as a front loader but after 5 years now I don't notice anymore, or my standards have slipped.
Anyhow, a load of washing done in 40 min is always going to win by me.
I love how you can add stuff to it if you forget. Can't do that with a front loader once the door locks. Believe me i've tried
Also you could spend all flipping day trying to get through a few loads of washing on a front loader. The longest cycle on my top loader is 40 mins. When I went home last year I couldn't believe how bloody long a wash took on my dads front loaded.
Also top loaders are easier on you physically, no squatting on the floor or bending over too much.
I nearly always use the low water usage unless it is a large wash. I find even on low it uses a lot of water anyhow.
I used to think top loaders didn't get your clothes as clean as a front loader but after 5 years now I don't notice anymore, or my standards have slipped.
Anyhow, a load of washing done in 40 min is always going to win by me.
- The Stop and Add function allows you to stop the washing process, open the door and place any forgotten articles into the wash. The built-in sensors will detect also the level of water, so that the door can be opened only when the water is at a safe level.
- When all you have is a half load, SAMSUNG brings you the half-load option.
- Quick wash option - 30 minutes
Feb 7th 2010, 5:15 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Front loader every time. Top loaders are horrible machines.
Feb 7th 2010, 6:33 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
I love our front loader. The only downside is the small capacity. But aside from that, I'd never go back...
And mine also has "quick wash," daily wash, whatever...about a dozen cycle choices...
Feb 7th 2010, 7:23 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Feb 7th 2010, 7:58 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Another vote for toploader, Bosch, Goodguys.
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet. )
Mine has a 15 minute "refresher" cycle that is good for doing odd things I'd normally hand-wash, and more cycle combinations than I know what to do with. I wash most things at 30C these days, with eco-friendly products, and they wash just fine.
(Am I the only one singing "Dancing in the Moonlight" every time I see this thread?)
(Not now, I bet.
)
and now I can't edit it.Got the band on my brain, obviously.
Feb 7th 2010, 10:13 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Front loader
Mine has a fast wash which is a 20 minute refresher wash - a hand wash (works great) a normal wash with time saver button and all the other washes you can shake a stick at!!!!
Mine has a fast wash which is a 20 minute refresher wash - a hand wash (works great) a normal wash with time saver button and all the other washes you can shake a stick at!!!!
Feb 7th 2010, 11:14 am
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Front Loader all the way......
Welcome to Australia too
Jan
Welcome to Australia too
Jan
Feb 7th 2010, 5:52 pm
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Re: Which is better? Toploader or frontloader!
Whirlpool 10kg frontloader.........I think I love it more than my hubby
Shortest cycle 30 minutes@ 30 degrees for light soil.........up to 2 hours cycle for the real dirty stuff.
Shortest cycle 30 minutes@ 30 degrees for light soil.........up to 2 hours cycle for the real dirty stuff.