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Speed Queen Review: We Toured the Factory and Tested Their Classic Washer. Here’s What We Learned.

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Wirecutter

If you need to save money up front, this top-loader with an agitator is a decent cleaner that’s pretty efficient by default and includes several popular features. It might cost you more in the long run, though.

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Consumer Reports

One of the most affordable top-load agitators in our tests, this LG washing machine delivers across the board. The energy-efficient washer isn’t the gentlest on clothes, but it’s easier on your laundry space. It’s among the quietest models in our tests and it gets high scores for vibration, meaning it won’t disturb you or rumble on your floor. Cycle time is 70 minutes using the normal wash, heavy-soil setting. Shorten it by using the normal-soil setting when you can. (Only the LG WT7405CW rates higher in our tests, and it’s also on sale but retails for a few hundred dollars more.)CR’s test results: LG WT7005CW

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Speed Queen TR7 Review: Why This New Top-Loader Isn't Laundry Royalty

Speed Queen Updated its TR7 Washing Machine. Is It Any Better at Cleaning? - Consumer Reports

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