Customer Reviews for GE - 5 Cu. Ft. High-Efficiency Top Load Washer - White on White/Silver Backsplash
Customer Rating
4
Good washer. Unbalanced spin makes me nervous.
on June 25, 2020
Posted by: Carl411
from Milwaukee, WI
Overall we've been happy with this washer. The capacity is gigantic compared to the old ~3 cubit foot washer we are coming from. It has done a good job cleaning clothes. We intentionally went with the agitator because we wanted a proven technology, and it hasn't disappointed. We do generally use the button to add a little extra water to the cycle. Not sure if that's necessary or not.
Our one concern is the spin cycle. It starts to spin and then detects if the load is unbalanced and will then slow down, fill with water, and attempt to rebalance it. A little time consuming, but fine. But during the first phase when it is detecting if the load is unbalanced it will slowly start to spin, and in the process will actually bang the tub against the side of the machine. My wife put a heavy rug in the washing machine and the sound of that heavy load slamming the tub against the side of the machine was more than a little disconcerting.
We've gotten better about figuring out how to load things so they balance, and the machine DOES detect that the load is unbalanced and stop spinning. But I wish it would figure it out without slamming the tub against the wall of the machine.
I love this new washing machine! Previously, I had a front-loader, but was tired of fighting the mold build up on the door by always leaving it open. The new washer is wonderful and REALLY gets my clothes clean. I love the deep rinse feature and especially the tank for the detergent. (I had no idea how much I would enjoy this!) I highly recommend this washer.