Fisher & Paykel washers: the best of both worlds

I mentioned the Fisher & Paykel top load washer in my previous entry, but figured I should take the time to go into a bit more detail.

These really are great machines, and anyone considering a premium washer should give the Fisher & Paykel models a close look. The washers give the best of both worlds: efficiency, capacity, and gentleness of a front load washer, in a top load configuration.

The model I recommend most is the GWL15, and you can find more info on it here. I recommend this machine because it performs (washes) as well as the premium models, but is simpler to operate and a great price. At about $600, the GWL15 is expensive for a top load washer, but the return on investment makes the price tag a bargain. The only other top load washer I would recommend spending $600 on is a Speed Queen.

There is a great thread at GardenWeb about Fisher & Paykel washers, and offers a lot of great advice from a member who has used the washers for years. Likewise, the users at epinions offer very favorable reviews of Fisher & Paykel washers. Finally, The Samurai has provided a detailed analysis of a Fisher & Paykel washer. I advise you to pay attention to this guy when he says something is good.

I have owned a front loader, loved it, and would buy one again. But I would give very serious consideration to purchasing a Fisher & Paykel washer. These machines are a tremendous value, and you would do yourself a favor to give them a look before pulling the trigger on a new washer.