Best Top Loading Washing Machines

This washing machine delivers excellent cleaning performance with low noise and efficient water usage. The wash cycles are quick yet thorough, and… Read more

the build quality feels solid and durable. The controls are simple to use, and the spin function leaves clothes almost dry. A great choice for anyone wanting reliability and value.

Please keep this review in context, my previous two washing machines were front loaders and I am comparing this top loader against that. Pros:… Read more

Support is based in Australia, they were helpful and got back to me re my questions about things within a day Capacity is correct ( or generously measured ) , my last front loader was rated at 6.5 kg and no way could you fit 6.5 kg of clothes in it

Cons: Machine is very noisy compared to my previous two front loaders Water usage seems a lot higher than the front loader so if you were on tank water I don,t think I could recommend this, please see my water usage which has had a significant jump in the last quarter and there have been no other changes in my lifestyle other than getting a new washing machine. The machine does seem rougher on clothes ( I am using the normal/eco cycle ) and I have had a backing strip of cloth which was placed behind the button holes torn torn out from a set of poly cotton pyjamas Also compared to the front loaders there seems to be far less wash options. What I mean by this is that the front loaders had a setting for nearly every type of clothing whereas this machine has way fewer. Also these machines are fairly pricey, hopefully it will have the reputed build quality and longevity it is supposed to have.

Bad experience with Fisher and Paykel – Popular brand however annoying crap in playing up two years time with their stupid codes that constantly beeping non stop. Never this brand again, got LG better !

This machine is the worst washing machine I have ever purchased. After only 3 washes I noticed it does not spin the clothes dry. They are still very… Read more

damp. I had to buy a washing machine in a hurry. DO NOT BUY THIS MACHINE. EVEN after spinning the clothes twice they still are below standard from my last washing machine.

I agree with ALL of the comments that I've read. In my case the agitator has broken fins after 2.5 years, and the machine occasionally makes a… Read more

grinding noise at start up. I also purchased an extended warrantee from Harvey Norman which I have found very difficult to navigate and also have not had any satisfaction in my attempts to make a claim. There are 2 of us in our household and we wash clothing bedding towels etc. Since the fins are broken the wash in not effective at all, even needing to wash 2 times.

The most problematic washing machine I’ve ever had. We purchased this 2 years ago, and within 3 months the machine started to smoke and catch fire.… Read more

We had it replaced under warranty, and the next machine lasted 12 months. We thought the first one might’ve just been a dud. Lo and behold, after 12 months the second machine started doing the same thing. Still thankfully under warranty, we had it inspected but the electrician couldn’t find much. She decided to replace all internal motors anyway to be safe, and found one had completely seized when she went to replace it. Said this could be the issue and burning smell. Upon having all the parts replaced, it lasted 3 washes before smoking again, two days after getting it back. Sent it back into the shop, couldn’t find anything, they ran it over 20 times trying to recreate the problem. They gave it back, we had it for another 2 weeks working fine, and then smoking AGAIN. I’ve taken videos this time so hopefully we get a replacement or at least a refund. I’m over the back and forth. Do not recommend.

Had for 5 years but LG is known for having issues with gunk/scrud getting stuck under impeller plate (disk at bottom that spins) Hard/risky to remove… Read more

to clean or $$$ to get it serviced. After 20++ cleans we gave up on getting it out. Tub clean meant to be hot but only selects cold and uses cold. Hot hose is definitely working/connected. Noticed the sensor hasn't been sensing the water level correct for a while too.

If you like your clothes almost almost destroyed, pulled apart and strangled to death then this is the one for you. Now I'm stuck with this piece of trash. Do not buy.

Not good enough. Why is Sphere not making any improvements over the years on a product that is clearly nothing but junk. This is our second… Read more

replacement needed in our 2021 Jayco Silverline. These washing machines only have a 12 month warranty and they don`t last much longer than that, before needing another replacement due to further faults and breakdowns. NOT GOOD ENOUGH SHPERE!!

I bought the Devanti 4.5kg dual washing machine and OMG I wish I got it sooner. It fits in my shower and it does an amazing job! I was so worried… Read more

that it wouldnt fit my queen sized linen, or spin dry anything properly. It is as good as a normal washing machine IMO. The spinner is powerful!! Couldn't be happier. I got mine from BIG W online. In the video, I have a queen fitted sheet in the spinner. It could fit 4 pillow cases too, easily, but i'm just happy to have it so i'm not in a rush.

Fragile machine - broken after 3 months – Purchased in May '18 and broken by August '18. Developed some alarming clunking noises during wash cycle which then turned into a high pitched… Read more

screech like the sound of stripped gears. Called up service centre and were advised no service available for 4 days and only could come on a day where we are not home. Now have to wait a week and expect that it will be weeks before actual repair can occur so we are family of 5 without washing machine (once again after similar issue with the previous Fisher and Paykal back in May). Sadly it seems there are no longer any decent appliances we can purchase that last. Expect we will also now have to buy another machine as a spare because I cannot even rent a machine for short term. Absolutely fed up with the terrible quality we all now have to put up with.

I bet about a year out it leaks water! – I used to be a seller of these machines, not any more. So many times I have fixed customers machines with the fill hose within the machine cracked… Read more

and leaking. If you get onto it early it may or may not short the drain pump.

I moved to other places and it was exactly the same, I used to go to the dump and scavenge parts of other Simpson's. Fill hose can't handle holding water, deteriorates. But that's the way it's designed. Well they are gone now. Forgot how many I fixed in indigenous communities I got our buying team to source another brand as it was embarrassing to sell a product that died so soon, often just out of warranty. That would have been 1000s of sales lost for Simpson. I have not sold Simpson products ever since, I hope Simpson has done better. .

Poor reliability – Going to have to partly agree with the other negative feedback Was awesome setup when first got it. Absolutely no problemos with it electronically Or… Read more

mechanical then the Simpson washing machine this model number started placing brown stains on the clothes. IT started placing small amounts on the socks then it got worse until makes me want to buy a whole Brand New washing machine or even a second hand used condition washing machine even if it's not the same brand

Compact but tangles clothes and then complains and stops - I always have to untangle my clothes as it stretches them and gets them horrendously tangled. Maybe I should put them all in separate bags

wash not splash – twin tubs generally wash well, fast and efficent, this one just wants to get water everywhere. normal and gentle cycles were the same, when you put… Read more

the lid on to stop water coming out, that water ended up draining on top of the clothes in the spinner so that made the spinner less effective. I now have the 10kg teco, that has it's own issues yet is a much better machine for similar price.

My new machine fits the space perfectly, it looks good, but the performance is unsatisfactory. The filter always falls off, from the day I got it. Washing tangles even when trouser legs or garment sleeves are folded to the inside the clothing.

My new washing machine was delivered today, a replacement for my old 5.5kg Lg top loader. Not impressed so far, it’s so noisy. My old machine was… Read more

quiet, you could hear the water sloshing about but that was it. This one is whirring about all over the place, I’m in shock. It also takes ages to actually start washing the clothes, I feel like it’s a big step backwards from my old machine. Should’ve gone for the fisher Paykel.

Simpson Top Load washing machine – I purchased the Simpson washing machine SWT6055TMWA recently. Connecting the machine was easy to install two people would be advisable if the leg… Read more

adjustment is needed, could be challenging for one person.

The manual has a Helpful Hints Washing Problems that has a lot of detailed information just in case your unsure of how to place your dirty items in the machine, what colours and fabrics go together, adding fabric softener, check the pockets for small items and so on.

You can also delay your washing program by 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 hrs.

If you have young children no problem it has a child safety lock.

The machine also has a favourite function which the program can be saved for the next time you use the washing machine.

You can also enable/disable the end of wash beeping mode in case you want to wash late at night and don't want to hear the end of cycle beep.

The program selector knob is easy to use and has alot of programs for different washing times. I found there is no cycle for wool jumpers. I did try using the delicate cycle except I found the cycle was to long, I used the daily cycle instead. The washing machine has a Time Adjust button which I haven't tried yet, I will next time.

The electronic buttons are simple to understand and use as you have Temperature, Water Levels, Rinse Options and Start/Pause push buttons and an Electronic Display Finish which tells you the remaining time left.

It even has a QR Code to register your product for your warranty.

I purchased the Simpson Top Load Washing Machine because it was important to me to have an agitator, it also was a very good price from JB HI FI Yes I would recommend this product.

well I have had a whirlpool previously and it lasted 15 years. This model is a lemon . dreadful programs and is a chore to have to manually program… Read more

the cycles that i want every time that I use it ..I don't see the point of most of the cycles having two rinse cycles. My wife refused to use it and I have been nursing it and doing all the washing for four years . Yep, it has lasted four years . Now it won't pump out and it won't spin . I was going to repair it and then I read all the reviews .. I don't want to repair a washing machine that is unreliable and with bad program options .. Avoid this washing machine ..

Bought 11/2020, died 2/2026. It hadn't had a hard life. Bit disappointing really, because the 3 or 4 machines I've had before have all lasted much… Read more

longer than that. Had it replaced, since spending maybe $200.00 or more what with parts and labour to fix it when I could get a decently reviewed Onix 7kg machine for just $337 did not seem too sensible. Will it be recycled into baked bean tins? Who knows.

just over a year old and now sounds like a bucket of nuts and bolts. Bought a Fisher and Paykel as I believed they were a quality brand. Built to… Read more

last the 12 month warranty apparantly @ 3 loads a week that works out at $4 a load. about the same as a trip to the lauderette!

I so wanted to like this machine. Spent half a day looking for a suitable replacement for my 25 year old top loader Fisher & Paykel 8.5 kg Smart… Read more

Drive. Only bought the Westinghouse two days ago and already disappointed. Wish I could return it. So many options on the old Fisher & Paykel I could change just by pressing a button....didn't matter whether it was halfway through a wash and I decided to change wash time, water level, spin time, spin speed and it was done! The quickest wash I can do on the Westinghouse is the 20 min wash. Can only use the low water level, which means don't put too many items in. Used the 45 min cycle this morning and can only use the medium water level...wanted to use the full (High) level as was washing two couch covers. There is the 60 min wash which allows full water level.....I like to get washing done in time that suits me. I have never waited for an hour for washing to finish. If I washed anything by hand and wanted to give it a spin at the end.....no problem with Fisher & Paykel....just go to spin and I could stop the spin cycle anytime to take out what was in there without upsetting the thought process of the machine If you want to use the spin and rinse option by itself on the Westinghouse its 35 min. You cannot change anything in the cycles once its starts chosen wash cycle. So my problem is the features and controls....too computerised, and not having any control to change anything once cycle starts I wish someone would start making something that matches the older machines in regards to the controls. I realise all the new washing machines must be the same...surely there is one out there with more manual controls even if machine is automatic. Also read later in the reviews about lint filter not working....the couch covers I washed this morning always left a lot of lint in the F&P lint collector. Absolutely none in the Westinghouse lint filter. A long Review but had I known how disappointed I would be I would have spent more time researching and hoping to find one a bit more to my liking.

Always buy Westinghouse for a reason. They are built tough . I can do 4 loads a week mostly my husband’s work clothes I throw everything in together… Read more

& it works like a dream . Everything I own is Westinghouse because they have great after service if needed .

Good product – So far so good! Happy with the product, fits lots in the machine and washes well! No problems Show details

GREAT VALUE & GOOD WASH RESULTS I'm a Tradie & get my work clothes absolutely filthy, my old 5kg HOOVER Gemini Top Loader finally died after 30yrs… Read more

of service (I know... Wow!). After reading countless reviews, it seemed a lot of them contradicted what I have found (maybe some people are over loading it or ... ?), that's why I've bothered to review. Please keep in mind I am a fussy person, as you read my following observations;

PRO's

● No lint or scum left on clothes post wash, cleans as gud as any machine (contrary to other reviews - FYI if U put a Towel in with your clothes, U get Lint!)

● quiet & very little water hammer (not the case for old machine)

●water levels adjustable for all cycles

●Timer countdown accurate (doesn't "take forever" to start filling)

●straight forward operations, whether U read instructions or not

●soft lid close doesn't "take forever"

●great value - $534AUD from GoodGuys, Hectorville, S.A.

CON's

Honestly haven't found any yet, other than the detergent tray was a bit stiff to pull out but seems to be loosening up as I keep using it.

Hope this helps U guys, esp. coz of the contradictions I had found in other reviews.

As a single aged pensioner, budget was the overriding factor in my purchase of a new washing machine. My Samsung top loader had served me faithfully… Read more

for 11 years, but one morning it decided not to spin anymore. It had also developed the habit of depositing flakes of gunk on my washing, a problem no amount of tub cleaning could solve. After some online research, I decided on the Haier HWT75AA1 top loader from Appliances Online at $527. There were a couple of negative reviews, but the price and size were right.

There was an initial hiccup after installation. The cold water tap outlet leaked badly and resisted all my attempts to tighten it. A quick call to a relative with the right tools solved that problem.

Now, after a dozen or more loads of washing, my opinion is divided. The electronic controls are easy to use and there are 6 wash options. One annoying omission is the ability to change the agitation time. The only way this can be changed is to select a different wash option. It appears to get the clothes nice and clean, although I have yet to test it on something really grubby.

The spin cycle is extremely noisy at full speed, but in comparison to the Samsung, the clothes come out much drier. Some of the reviews complained about tangled clothes, but to date I have not had this problem (the Samsung was a notorious “tangler”). Having two lint filters in the tub is a definite plus. One criticism on a purely cosmetic level; the Haier water inlets are located on top of the machine and although this may provide easy access, it is just plain ugly. There is a loud noise from hot and cold taps when opening and closing (water hammer) and I did not have this problem with my previous machine.

It’s early days yet, but there are enough good points at present to outweigh the negatives. But I do miss the little tune my Samsung played at the end of the wash cycle (the theme from Schubert’s Trout Symphony). The Haier just beeps 6 times.

Terrible terrible machine! I can’t reach the clothes for starters the drum is so deep, I should have checked before I purchased it. Didn’t think… Read more

that a big brand like LG would be so ergonomically challenged. It can not wash more than 2 towels and a sheet on the biggest load! I got a big machine because I need it. Error codes daily, when it’s out of balance it continues to go through the rinse cycle like it will do it all day if your not home, wasting so much water. Do not buy this machine. My Electrolux 7kg front loader ran rings around this hunk of junk. LG should be recalling them and reimbursing people who bought them. Unfortunately I will never buy anything LG again.

Another horrible LG product. Constant water level sensor issues. Tubes cracking namely the lower pump hose. Massive leak water all over the floor. … Read more

Lid has issues, gets stuck as though their is debris. Removed lid nothing present. It clicks.

Door lock went haywire. Would open close open close automatically.

Buttons stop functioning. Namely mode 2. Can not switch from normal mode. I presume it's a moisture and circuitry issue.

Turbo clean stopped functioning. Does thing to go. So does not de-lint well at all. Lint floats around.

Worst of all LG service tech is basically useless. They'll send someone out to look at it. Issues will persist. This is the last of LG products in my home. Don't by anything LG post 2017. Sub par quality throughout their ranges.

The outer body is prone to rust

Machine currently washes when it wants and takes as long as it wants.

currently shopping around for a new one. Won't be buying LG ever again. So glad this is it for the LG Bad's in my home. Had a fridge that caked it and warranty voided. Thought I had a Samsung washer lol.

$1200. Ridiculous for this lack of quality. These companies need to be investigated.

Bedding, clothes. Nothing heavily soiled, just the usual regular washing.

We bought another Fisher & Paykel top loading washing machine because we liked our old one which lasted 16 years. I like the size of this new 10kg… Read more

machine and the fact that it still has a pause button so you can pause the cycle to unlock the lid to add more clothes or check the water level etc! I also like that you can manually override the default water temperature and spin speed and can save your favourite preferences for each cycle. What I do not like is that the automatic water level uses too little water so that your clothes don't wash well if quite dirty and with so little water the drag and pull on the clothes is much rougher than if you use more water. I guess they choose to use so little water to bring up their star rating!!! Well I want to wash our clothes properly so I will manually choose the water level..... so glad you can do that... But, there are no markings inside this low agitator machine to use as a guide as to which manual water level to choose!!! They had water level indicator marks on the agitator in my old machine! I'll just have to work out the appropriate manual water levels by trial & error! So many friends have told me that their washing machine doesn't was dirty clothes very well or wash the soap off very well and it is because these modern top loading washing machines are using too little water on their auto settings!

HATE IT Wish I had never bought it – it NEVER starts at the last used setting. Have to reprogram it every time unless I accept the default full wash with three rinses and then it still… Read more

doesnt pump dry, it sits and soaks until I come along and tell it to spin - really???. The imnstruction manual bears no relatioonship to reality. No gentle wash cycle. DO NOT BUY ONE OF THESE