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November 18, 2007
Miele or Bosch or LG Washer/Dryer
Anyone have a take on high end Washer/Dryer units?
Looking at front loading only. The full size 3.5 cubic foot units (27" wide) not the smaller 24" units. The Miele looks great, but for that price, would love some feedback!
Thanks.
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About a year ago we installed a Maytag Neptune over/under unit with a gas dryer. It has performed very well but does require a vent to the outside. We paid about $1700.
Posted by: guest at November 18, 2007 8:56 PM
We have a bosch for 4 years running- it's amazing and quiet and cleans better than anything I've ever used. We have the vented model, but my neighbor has the ventless, and says it works great. Ours is 24", but the front loaders stuff to a point that approached a regular sized top loader and still clean well.
Posted by: Park Place at November 19, 2007 11:34 AM
we have Miele Novotronic w/d stacked on top of each other. They've been flawless since 1999. we vent dryer condensation back into plumbing. I do have 2 quibbles: wash cycle is LONG (buteffective) and front load washer allows a bit of water to build up around bottom gasket, which then leaks onto floor.
Don't know how much longer they'll last, but we've used them 3-4x a week for 8 years...
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 11:48 AM
I did a ton of reseach a couple of months ago and chose the Miele 4840 and 9820. They are incredible! They're very large (less expensive than the smaller models, though still quite pricey). Without the optional storage drawers they're just the right height for folding IMO. Our laundry has never been so clean. And it is fantastic for delicates - seriously cuts down on my handwashing. Persil detergent recommended by Miele is wonderful, too. It is also expensive - $49 - but it seems like it will last several months.
A good friend of mine has the LG and loves that - the steam function, she says, works very well.
LG, Bosch and Miele all seem to be great, but I couldn't be happier with my choice.
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 2:36 PM
Don't be cheap, do like I did and get your mom to buy the Bosch Axxis.
That is the best damw washer/dryer I've ever had. Uses little water, little detergent and little energy. My clothes look great.
(Ancient Chinese Secret, huh???)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ojm1Xzwlc9Q
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 3:13 PM
We have a Whirlpool Duet HT washer and dryer and I love them like children. The washer doesn't use much water, can handle the most delicate clothes and wool items, and can fit a huge, fluffy comforter or a long body pillow. There are many cycles to choose from, including a 25 minute quick wash cycle for clothing emergencies.
The drier has a removable rack for drying things that can't spin around, like sneakers and "dry flat" sweaters. Whatever brand you get, make sure it has one of these. And the "wrinkle guard" will flip the clothes every five minutes for two hours after the cycle ends so that the clothes won't get wrinkly if you don't get to them right away.
Most important, it doesn't have the mold and mildew problems our Neptune Laundry Center had (this is not a dig at the regular Neptune, it was just the smaller Laundry Center version that had that problem).
Amy
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 4:14 PM
I'm also in the market for a washer and dryer. I looked through Cosumer Reports and researched the models on-line. I'm going for the LG with Adaptable Controls. The units can be stacked and the controls for the dryer can be moved to the bottom of the unit so they are easier to reach. You can check our a photo of the stacked units here:
http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/WM2496H.html
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 4:48 PM
I've heard Bosch clothes washers get smelly like sour water or mildew, and I believe it b/c our Bosch dishwasher gets really smelly like that and it's completely disgusting. I understand it's common to that brand. We will never buy Bosch again. It's quiet and cleans well, but the gross smell is not worth it. No, it's not food in the filter. I always check and there's never food stuck in the filter.
We have a Maytag washer and dryer, and that's what I had before too for 9 years until I sold that house, and never once had to have the Maytags serviced or repaired. They're not cars - being European doesn't mean they're better.
Posted by: guest at November 19, 2007 8:23 PM
I have the Bosch Nexxt washer and dryer and have their dishwasher as well. I use the persil laundry detergent and I have been very pleased. No odors (as mentioned above) and I think that they were well worth the price. I use Mrs. Meyers dishwashing liquid and have never had any issues with my dishwasher either. I think that with the highend machines you have to be willing to spend a bit more on detergent.
Posted by: Dean Street at November 19, 2007 9:56 PM
LG machines use MUCH less water
Posted by: guest at November 20, 2007 9:48 AM
LGs are a class below miele or bosch.
we checked out both brands before price dictated bosch w/d and dishwasher.
never smelly clothes to address an earlier posting. Perhaps b/c we use oxyclean.
Yes the wash cycle is long on most front loaders, but the bosch has such a high spin "rpm" that most moisture is spun out, which equals less time in dryer=less $$.
Hope this helps.
Posted by: guest at November 20, 2007 8:48 PM
thanks to everyone who responded to my post!
it was the first time i ever did here on brownstoner (or anywhere for that matter!) and the comments have been helpful and mucho appreciated! happy thanksgiving
jd
Posted by: jdsimon at November 22, 2007 8:57 AM
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