If you've noticed that your clothes don't smell as clean as usual or that your washing machine has a particularly funky odor, it may be time to give it a good scrub. If you have a top loading washing ...

A dirty washing machine leads to decreased efficiency—our experts are here to help.

The inside of a washer is the perfect environment for mold spores to grow. Leaving the washer door open between loads will ...

Consumer Reports’ tests have found that top-load agitator washers are cheaper to operate and can wash clothes faster than other types of washing machines. But they don’t offer the best washing ...

When Consumer Reports tested the Speed Queen TR7 agitator top-loader in 2018, it performed so poorly at cleaning that our test engineers called the company to determine if the machine we had purchased ...

The debate on whether agitator vs impeller washers are more effective is central to many people’s buying decisions, and will shape the way you do laundry when you have eventually made a choice. There ...

Neglected washing machines can harbor bacteria and mold, leading to odors and reduced performance. Regular cleaning of the drum, detergent drawer, and door seal with vinegar and baking soda, along ...

The GE GTW460ASJWW is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Top-Load Agitator Washers models like the GTW460ASJWW are rated on multiple criteria, such as ...