Washing Machine Buying Guide: How To Choose a Washer

Discover some of the best top-load washing machines from Maytag and learn how to use them. Select top-load washers offer deep clean options, stainless steel wash baskets and steam-enhanced cycles to help you tackle your family’s toughest stains.

Some benefits of top-load washers include: 

• Typically require less maintenance compared to front-load options

• Faster cycle times on select models

• Choose between an agitator or impeller to help remove soils and stains

• Deep fill options available on select models

Explore some of our best front-load washing machines according to customer reviews that can enhance your laundry experience. With options available on select models like the Optimal Dose Dispenser, sanitize cycle and compact models, you can find a washing machine that will be a perfect fit for your laundry routine.

Benefits of front-load washers include: 

• HE models generally use less water per load vs. top load models

• Can be stacked on top of a dryer to save space

• Tumbling motion is typically gentle on fabrics

• Faster spin speeds can lead to shorter drying times

Trust Maytag brand to take on mountains of laundry. Check out some of the largest capacity impeller washer available from Maytag at 5.3 cu. ft., plus spacious front-load washers and the largest top-load agitator washers. Understanding washer capacity can help you find the right sized washer for your household.

Commercial-grade residential washers and dryers are made for your home with commercial-grade parts that are built to last. With a dual-action agitator to tackle the toughest stains, to a premium motor and drive system to dry bulky loads with ease, Maytag^® commercial-grade residential pairs can get your clothes clean for years.

For households with pets, the Maytag^® Pet Pro System includes a washing machine that can remove 5x more pet hair² with the built-in Pet Pro Filter activated. This washer also features a Deep Fill Option for extra water that uses robust wash action to saturate loads, loosen stains and help soak away tough messes.

Smart features make laundry day easier by keeping you connected to your appliances. Learn more about choosing the right smart washer and dryer. With select models featuring remote start and schedule wash, connected appliances from Maytag brand can help you tackle laundry messes even when you’re away from your machine.³

Maytag brand delivers powerful cleaning you can depend on, backed by the stain-fighting power of the Extra Power on select models.

Some stains dissolve best in hot water. Others in cold. Maytag® Extra Power, boosts stain fighting on any wash cycle with an intense pre-wash and extra agitation so you can walk away while stains wash away.