The presence of home appliances has helped every household in performing chores for decades. Laundry is one of the household chores that is commonly performed with the help of washers.
Washers have been around in most households for centuries cleaning clothes and freeing the burden of manually cleaning dirty clothes.
As time passed, innovations in the functions and designs of washer machines were made. It becomes challenging for those who plan to buy a new one to choose which washing machine is the best.
Today, the most common type of washing machines are the top-load and front-load washers. Let’s talk about the difference between these two to know which fits your preference.
Top-Load Versus Front-Load Washer
There are a lot of differences between a front-load washer and a top-load washer. One is advantageous than the other in a particular aspect.
Convenience
The first question one should ask between the two is, which one is easier to use? Well in terms of convenience, Top-Load washers stand out.
Unlike front-loading washers, you don’t have to bend over to put your clothes in, this is advisable for those who are having joint issues.
Also, top-loading washers are more capable of distributing fabric conditioners and collecting lint than front-loading washers. You can also add clothes during the mid-cycle of the laundry process.
Wash Time
Another concern would be which type cleans the quickest. The one that stands out is still top-load washing machines. However, it is important to note that not all top-load washers are the same.
There are two certain types of top-load washers– one that has an agitator and one without. An agitator is responsible for creating a shaking motion inside the machine forcing water through the machine.
Machines that use agitators washes quickly but those without clean better.
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Performance
Which cleans clothes better? On this one, front-loading washers clean better. Top-loading washers can have a hard time cleaning clothes especially when it is overloaded.
Also, top-load washers will have a hard time in cleaning larger items such as comforters, blankets, or pillows. In this aspect front-loading washers clean better and are much gentler for your clothes.
Efficiency
In terms of the usage of water and electricity, Front-load washers stand out, this type of washing machine uses less water and electricity which can help you with both electric and water bills.
Flexibility
Front-loading washers are more flexible when it comes to installation. You can stack a front-loading washer on top of a front-load dryer making it more compact and can save you space.
This is important, especially in small spaces. Stacking a front-load washer can also help you avoid the hassle of bending when loading your clothes.
Spin Speed
A front-loading washer spins 33% faster in its final cycle. This means that more water will be extracted from the clothes. It helps the drying process making it quicker to dry in your dryer.
Also, if you are particular about the spin speed on washers you may check its RPM (Rotations Per Minute) which can be found on every product description of washers.
However, more spin will yield more vibration on the appliance making it produce more noise, this goes for both types of washers.
Maintenance
One of the biggest drawbacks of front-loading washers is smell and molds. Front-loading washers can easily accumulate molds and smell over time.
That is why it requires more cleaning and is advised to be placed in a place with good airflow. Top-load machines are less likely to have this issue as it relies on gravity to pull water out of the machine.
Price
When it comes to which type is expensive, each type actually has a more expensive product. There cheap top-load and front-load washers available in the market.
In conclusion, front-load washers have more advantages than front-load washers as they outweigh the aforementioned factors above; it saves time, effort, space, and sometimes money.
Also, with its efficiency, front-load washers save water and electricity which can help address environmental problems.
If you do not have the budget to buy a washer, you can enjoy the convenience, affordability, and professional results of a laundry service.
