I purchased this POS machine at Lowe's the first year it came out. I was told it had the latest technology and was a great machine. This has been the worst washing machine money can buy. I'd rather do my wash over a metal plate on top of a rock. It takes 1 hour 25 minutes for one normal load. If you do a heavy load it takes between 2 to 3 hours. The clothes do not look very clean and my neighbor across the street can actually hear the spin cycle. I am looking for a basic machine with a ringer.
Worst washer I have ever owned, high efficiency huh then why does it take 1 hour and a half to wash one load, my old washer took 20 mins. Never will buy one of these again ever ever
I found my washing machine on the side of the road 15 years ago, and it was old when I picked it up (I'm thinking 80's vintage), and it still works great!
We have both the washer and dryer...the dryer is great, no issues. The washer on the other hand, where do I begin? I have to place the clothes very carefully and do small loads or the machine just stops in the wash cycle. Use liquid detergents only because powders do not disolve. I have to cross my fingers when I wash towels or sweatshirts because the washer goes out of balance so easy. The washing time is incredibly long. Sometimes my clothes come out half dry, as if there was not enough water in the tub to get to all the clothes. We are Maytag people and have not been disappointed in the past. I hope they do better in the future. Mind you it is only my husband and I that use it. I wouldn't dare wash blankets or comforters in it, they go to the laundromat. So bottom line it appears to work for some and not others.
I acquired a used one of these for free, the owner seemingly happy to get rid of it due to its intermittent operation. Being a somewhat competent mechanic I took it off her hands. Not being very old it otherwise seemed to be in excellent condition. I replaced the common failure parts and it was back in working condition with all the codes satisfied. I did a couple loads and they seemed to be mostly clean with a couple suspicious items that were not. I decided to override the lid lock to see what was going on. These units are not only junk but pathetic. I'm sure the engineers make the lid lock secure for safety reasons and liability but the reality is it obscures the view of what is going on. The cloths simply never have the chance to be agitated. Some at the bottom do but I have to wonder about the abrasion since they mostly sit in one position in a very shallow pool of water. Yes, the machine uses almost half the water of my 30 y/o machine but water just is not that expensive. Clothes aren't cheap and some look to be suffering excessive agitation while others are floating on the top, barely wet if at all. Even manually adding several gallons of water in an experimental load did not help the lack of clothes circulation. It's going to the dump tomorrow. Fortunately I spent less than $100 for parts and lost 20 hours of my time. I feel for anyone that bought one of these new.
This is useful information. I bought mine at an estate sale and I'm finding out that I overpaid for this piece of crap. I will run my clothes through a wash and dry cycle, fold and put them away. When I go to grab a t-shirt maybe a week later, or a set of "clean" sheets, I get a whiff and everything stinks. Grrr. I've tried all the tricks - baking soda, vinegar, Oxy Clean...I hate this thing. 😡
Thanks, glad I read these comments from actual owners, I was about to make a mistake and buy one to replace my 1989 Kenmore that is actually still working.
I always run mine in the comforters/bedding setting which I believe defeats the sensing and the low fill issues. When I had a technician out to defeat the lid lock so I could see what was going on, he told me to always set it on fabric softener added even though I don't use fabric softener. There's a lot of misdirection in the controls; it saves water by deceiving you.
I have this same washer. I HATE it. The clothes do not clean properly, and sometimes towels and sheets have dry spots on them like they were never touched by soap and water. The cycle knob broke off and to get is repaired was going to cost almost as much as a new washer. I haven't noticed any significant decrease in water or power bills over the three years I have had this machine. I'm ready to go buy a new washer. I do NOT recommend this machine at all.
I bought mine used, probably because the owner finally got disgusted with it. I've had mine a week and it's making me crazy. The loads are always off balance. Is there a secret to this machine that I just don't know?
i have this washer in 2024, i bought it second hand when moving into my first apartment and i HATE IT. i was very use to the newer school washer and genuinely thought the older one would be better but its SUCKS. it takes almost 2 hours to wash a load. my clothes do not smell fresh and the washer literally does not spin completely dry half of the time. also i feel like it does not fill with enough water AT ALL.
I hate it too. I wash everything on bulky items setting so it fills the tub with water. I also saw a video today where a lady adds water before she loads her clothes to make sure clothes are saturated. Or you can just wash everything on the bulky item setting and be prepared to wait.
It's says on my washer that there is a ten year limited parts warranty, I think a class action suited should be filed on Maytag., all who's washed isn't over five years old and stopped working should get a refund. Or the company should pay for repairs for each washer.
HATE this washer!! Have had it for a couple years and I curse it every week, (and my husband who bought it without checking with me or the reviews! ) It is so loud, literally sounds like a jet plane taking off, can't even hear tv in next room. It vibrates so roughly it is constantly moving around room. In 2 years it has brown down on us 3 times and now it is broken down to the point where the cost to repair is not worth it to us. Going to kick this to the curb (would not even try selling it to anyone) and put the money toward something better. I would love to have a Speed Queen!
NOT RECOMMENDED. I have had mine over a year. Nothing but trouble.. Stops washing for no reason then just sits there.. I have to unplug it and wait for it to reset then try again. If it does wash it wont spin the cloths . So I have to Unplug it again and then set it to rinse and spin manually . I have the glass top version but I don't think that matters.. Before anyone buys this washer Look up reviews.. Don't waste your money !
My fiance has this and hates the machine. It's brand new and she said the clothes still have detergent on them after a spin cycle. I told her to take it off 'normal' and out it on 'power wash' and put detergent at the bottom and she said it worked better. Do not overload it. She was used to her front load by LG and she got spoiled when she had to move and 'down grade,' and says she'll never get this model again.
Omg! So glad I watched this video ! I thought there was something wrong with my new washer ! I have this one, just plugged it in first time after not having a new one ever in my life and always buying used. Thanks so much for this! Very helpful!!!
I have used mine for 6 years and do a lot of laundry and it has been flawless. Clothes are super clean and not one service call or problem. Use Tide liquid ....
I have had my set since 2012 and I haven't had any problems. It did start making a knocking noise after having it for several years, but I just turned it off for awhile then started it back to washing and not an issue since. The only time there was soap build up is when the wrong cycle was used for the amount of clothes that were in it. Other than that every wash has come out clean and without complaints. Sorry for those that have had issue
Be candid with us now, Databits. It's been 6 years since you introduced your Maytag washer. Is it still operating, and how many major repairs have been necessary? I have a young Bravos Quiet 300 I'd like to blow up with about 10 sticks of dynamite. We call it the Household Stress Riser.
I bought one of these in 2013, commented here and it's time for an update. This machine has not disappointed in it performance. I've had none of the problems reported here and on other web sites. Works fine.
Thanks for your review. I've been using this washer for more than four and a half years about four to five times per week. I haven't had any issues as many of the reviews mention. One time I did overload it and the agitator snapped off. The part was inexpensive and replacing it was a very easy, diy job.
also 6:11 since these machines use less water than traditional washers, pouring detergent on top of the clothes could lead to staining because the soap on top of the clothes may get permanently set if there is excessive heat in the tub
Just got one yesterday. So far I've done three loads of wash and they came out great. It was a bit strange at first and I feared there was a problem. I took the time to read the quick start instructions and realized my fears were just part of getting used to a new machine. Made me think of my late grandmother who was worried her new auto washer she bought in 1973 would not clean as well as her old ringer washer. Later she liked it and was sorry she didn't make the switch sooner.
I hate MY MAYTAG they say it saves water and that is a fact BUT someone needs to tell Maytag ya need to put enough water in there to actually wash the dirt away my clothes actually come out looking like the dirt has just been re-arranged on the clothes. The water never covers the clothes, I am sick and tired of dragging the hose into the house to fill the washer and then I wonder about the 2 rinse cycle is it actually enough, my daughter said stop telling me how much you hate it and go buy a new one, it will not be a Maytag.
I’ve had mine for several years. Do at least one load a day. Never had any problems with it. Love it just as much now as I did when I first got it. It does take slightly longer than my old washer to do a load.
Also had mine for 7yrs with similar results I am retained now and my cloth dont get as dirty as they did when I had a washer with a adgeator so cant compare but things seem not to be as good as time goes on.
I liked mine until it died about a month ago---quit spinning and the cost to fix is over $500. Repairman says this particular Maytag is generally not good and won't last more than about 7 years. (I think many of the HE/low water models don't last much more than that.) The lid lock feature also broke. I don't do a ton of washing since there are only 2 in my family
Don't waste your time buying Magtag Centennial washers. It does not fill with enough water to wash and rinse the clothes. My clothes end up with white spots all over them because it does not rinse the detergent off. I can't wash clothes at night when my family is sleeping because it makes a loud thumping noise several times. The complete cycle takes too long. I miss the older washers.
The problem with all of these washers is the lack of an agitator for several reasons. Yes you save a little bit of water. In our Township it is a penny per gallon. So if you need to save a maximum of $0.20 on each load of laundry then go for it. That is the reason why some people's clothes don't even get wet in places and these things just don't wash that well. As to the mechanical issues these machines have, compared to the old machines with an agitator there is no shaft that goes up inside the agitator and basically behaves like a diver in the diving bell. That means the water never Rises up inside the agitator and has a chance to get down into the bearings through a worn or failed seal. The newer washers that have this type of wash plate have water and soap getting into the shaft and splines of the agitator right around the shaft seal and eventually this water makes its way past the seal as things rust and corrosion builds. Remember too that we are using less water so that area doesn't get flushed out and cleaned as well. That water eventually leaks by the seal that becomes damaged by the corrosion and rust and gets into the ball bearings which starts to rust them. Hence the jet engine noise basically within months to a few years the transmission is being destroyed. The other problem that these machines suffer is they are suspended by four thin rods in the corners of the machine. At the bottom of each rod there is a device that functions similarly to a car shock absorber. That damping effect is created by a small round piece of foam with the shaft going through it and it is saturated with dsmping grease. As the clothes spin out, these pieces of foam keep the drum from bouncing around and the machine from walking across the floor. What happens is the foam sleeves are very short-lived and within a couple of years depending on how heavily you load the machine they wear out and provide no damping effect whatsoever. After that, even with light loads it will sound like you have a Tasmanian Devil Inside the washing machine cabinet. It will walk across the floor, bang into things and damage the plastic tub ring at the top of the outer tub. This machine had a number of design flaws that caused this to happen. First of all planned obsolescence, second of all first generation of anything there are faults that they need to work on. I have seen newer machines of the same basic design and the suspension Rod dampers last a lot longer. They are no longer using the foam rubber type of damping sleeve, now it looks a little bit more like the rubber used to make ear plugs. They still have the issue with water getting into the transmission and destroying the bearings unfortunately. I have to agree with some of the other reviews on here, get a Speed Queen! Been working on washers and dryers for years and this new stuff is basically crap.
Initially, I was very happy with this washer. As soon as the warranty expired, the washer began to malfunction. The lid lock randomly works. If the lid isn't locked, the machine won't work! The control panel blinks I have to unplug to "reset" the washer. Repairman said the control board needs to be replaced at a cost of $300! This machine is just 2 years old! I do not recommend this washer! I will not buy another Maytag!
Purely crap! I've had this joke for about three months and it sounds and acts like a jet engine, takes far too long, clothes are not washed or rinsed, have dry and dirty spots when they come out, It actually has torn my towels! The water level is not what it is supposed to be on any setting. The spin cycle is alarmingly fast and vibrates hard enough to be dangerous. Am very concerned for the copper plumbing it is tied into and vibrates as it spins. Horrible product. Am going to junk it and get another brand. Will not fool with warranty because I don't want this thing in my house.
I have this washer its been a nightmare since the beginning, i wanted a Speed Queen but they dont sell in Kauai where we live, instead i purchased the Samsung front load, it has amazing reviews, the best in fact, so hopefully will see a difference in clothes.
You're right!!! this machine is pure junk. I've had it for 5 years now and have loath it for each one of those years. It takes forever to do a single load of laundry, so long that I've given up sometimes and just went to a laundry center to do my clothes. At this point I'm just wishing this machines dies already so I can buy a better machine. But I'm getting tempted to just throw it out and get a new one.
@LukeG551 I wouldn't write off the Maytag brand. This model just sucks. I have all Maytag appliances in my home and this is only problem child. Whirlpool is popular, which is same as Maytag. I switched brands and bought an LG front loader. Not reasonably priced at all, but I love it.
I’ve had mine for four years and it already has 3 major repairs. According to the same company who has repaired it each time, American Home Shield has already paid twice what the washer is worth. And it just broke down again. Previous Maytag lasted 22 years with only a belt replacement. Yup, this series is the worst.
I have this machine, removed the hook from the lid so I could run it with open lid and THIS machine does NOT use enough water!!! I always end up adding 5 gallons plus!
I just bought one and I wish now I had read some reviews on this machine . I am going to take it back to Lowe's and buy something different . I will most certainly do some research on my next washing machine purchase . I am old school and thought I was buying a better machine because of the name Maytag . I thought how could I go wrong with a Maytag ? I did purchase the 3 year extended warranty though . ..........I just pulled out my first wash load and they look clean . My unit does have the taller center agitator . But that worn out sound while on washing cycle concerns me . From what I have read a really dirty big load may take two wash cycles for my liking . All this energy saving ,water saving stuff means after you wash it twice I will use more water and electricity than my old machine ...............Kinda like the water saving commodes that take 2-3 flushes .
Winner! Bought the newest model almost two weeks ago I researched it prior to purchasing, works great for me. Im guessing people are either ignoring the owners manual and directions. My clothes come out clean and fresh with out a glitch and ive noticed my colors dont bleed out or fade and the fabric on my new clothes stays looking newer score in my book. I could see how old schoolers would have a hard time with the concept of minimal water/High efficiency machines but get with it. I use the two rinse cycle feature just for piece of mind but its really not necessary and a lot easier on the wallet know what I mean.
Our repairman actually went to somewhere that recycles them and says that front-loaders in particular cost $600 each to recycle. He didn't mention a non front-loader, but I think he said pretty much all of them these days are expensive to recycle. So we may save a little bit of water, but we have to buy one every 7 years instead of every 20+ years and that just means more to fill up the land-fills. Ridiculous. The computer things are so easily fried by power surges or moisture.
@@UberKrispy The problem is that adding computers to appliances adds a hundred extra parts that break and demand expensive repairs. I mean look at the 737 MAX crashes; that wouldn't have happened without the extra computer/sensor array.
Bought this machine about a month ago. Sad to say,I'm not impressed. Can only wash smaller loads and balancing the load is a real problem. Ive had to re balance a load several times just to get it finished . Finally called and a tech came to the house to check out the unit. I have a receipt which shows I received "customer education on loading ". Kinda silly. Never had a washer where you had to go to school just to get your laundry done. Washer is too sensitive. Since then the washer has not been a real problem, but it requires care in loading ,which is irritating . Wash cycles way too long also. Don't think i will buy Maytag/Whirlpool again.
This washing machine is a piece of crap, we have had it for only 2 years. Just like clockwork we started to have trouble after the warranty ran out. The lid locking assembly died, had that replaced $150.00, then shortly after that the Shift Actuator went out $175.00. Now the main control board has gone bad, and the part alone is close to the $300.00 plus installation, the estimate was $450.00 to replace it. Thats $775.00....More then what we paid for this POS. When the washer is running, it has an irritating washing cycle noise that may have been used during the cold wars to torture spies when captured. You also have to clean this washer otherwise a funky smell can develop, what rocket scientist came up with that idea? Sometimes we have to wash clothes twice to get them clean, so much for saving water. And if the clothes get out of balance during the spin and drain cycle, you open the washer only to find sopping wet clothes. We use the HE detergent, followed the instructions and are less then impressed with it. I would not recommend this washer to anyone and would suggest you choose another one. We are looking for another one now and will just donate this or dump it in the trash where it belongs.
Raybo sflorida The door would lock, and no matter what you did, pull the cord, push the cancel button, it would remain locked. Then suddenly out of the blue it would unlock for no reason. I cannot tell you how dissapointed we were with this machine. It looks beautiful, it has fancy buttons, but it was worthless. I would have been better off with a manual wash board.
40 years working on washers THE MAYTAG NAME IS A SHADOW OF ITSELF 40 YEARS AGO THEY WERE THE BEST OF THE BEST TODAY WELL DONT WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY
Man I don't know if y'all are putting to much in or what but what the heck? I've had this washing machine almost 8 years, use it every single day because I have pets that pee on blankets. Never had a single issue besides unbalanced load and that's more my issue with loading,not the washer! None of my clothes have EVER smelled or been unclean coming out of the washer! And I use a single 4 in 1 Tide Pod for every load. No need to measure! Nearly always use the bulky/sheets load option because blankets. Just keep the middle part clear at the bottom because that's how it senses load size. Unlike other washers never had damaged clothing from the agitator either which was great!
I hv Maytag centennial technology bought 2017 this is wt agitator, so far so good still working except, loud banging on sides, how I wish wt this model , I can remove the agitator because I often get tangled clothes around it.
This washer is a piece of crap. I have had it for a little over two years. As soon as the warranty was up it started making a metal on metal noise like a bad nearing during the spin cycle. Nothing was leaking and was washing clothes so I let it go and just closed the door. I noticed after that, the clothes were not getting as clean as the should and the soap packets I use were not dissolving completely. I listened more during the wash cycle and could not hear water splashing back and forth although the machine sounded like it was washing. I found the wash plate that agitates the clothes was free spinning. This plastic piece was splined and should not turn on its own. I am mechanically inclined and can see that these plastic splines would not hold up very well under much pressure. I looked up the parts and found there was a change to an improved wash plate ond ordered it. The new piece was $80.00 and I replaced it myself (very easy). But one month later it was stripped out again, I replaced it again thinking maybe someone overloaded the washer, because that is what Maytag claims causes this. Wrong! I washed very light loads. I will never buy another Maytag appliance.
Same here, making a clicking noise and won't drain, or do anything. A repairman, wants 100 just to look at it, what crap, it's junk Centennal washer don't buy it.
I have owned one of these for 2 years and 5 months. It is a piece of JUNK!! It doesn't fill the machine with water--to cover the clothes---but worse than that, when the led light goes to RINSE, the machine will not agitate. Then the light goes to SPIN, but it will not spin!! I called my appliance repair man and he said it's the ' Controller ' which cost about $ 250.00--not counting labor! ( I didn't buy a extended warranty, because I thought I wouldn't need it. After all, this was a Maytag. Bad Mistake! ) In short, I'm stuck with a less than 2 1/2 year old washer which cost me $ 459.00. And It's now JUNK!! Don't buy one!! When I called Maytag/Whirlpool last week, the lady tried to sell me another one!!! I bought a GE ( with a agitator) and it works GREAT!!!!
i bought one in 2015 and still have it and use it 5 years later, the biggest issue is the wash plate shaft gets rusty and over time strips the hub and wash plate, then the transmission gear case shaft isn't sold separately , doing a little bit of research you can still find these parts, these HE washing machines are good when they work but they are like the high maintenance version like Mercedez-Benz types.
A few years ago we bought a Whirlpool Cabrio HE style washer. The salesman just raved about how great these washers were. It operated on the same principle as you described here. We had it about two years, I know it was no longer under warranty. Then it quit working and the display was showing an error code that indicated that the control circuit board was bad. I looked them up on the online parts store websites and was shocked to find out that the replacement circuit boards cost almost $400. According to internet reviews, these failures were so common that Whirlpool fixed some of these machines at no cost, but after they were flooded with reports of failures they quit paying for the repairs. I decided not to fix that piece of junk. Then we bought a new Maytag washer with an agitator at Lowes. That one is around two years old and it no longer works. So much for Maytag quality. I think Maytag used to be a good reliable brand when Maytag was still building their machines. I think Whirlpool is building them now and they are junk. I invested in a good appliance repair book.
The absolute worst washer we have ever owned. Almost every load we have to adjust the clothes because it seems like it's always out of balance. The locking lid is a pain because you have to press the pause button, if you don't hold it long enough it won't open hold it too long and it starts all over again at the beginning. This is the second Maytag washer we've owned and definitely the last as I'd sooner beat my clothes on a rock beside a river before I'd ever buy another Maytag washer. It still runs and washes clothes but it's going to the scrap yard because I would rather throw it away before I'd put someone else through the aggravation the washer puts you through.
We purchased our washer/dryer both Maytag at an outlet store about 3 months ago. Fortunately, I didn't read this prior to purchasing. Our experience has been just fine: great price, cleaner clothes, less water use and a fabulous wrinkle-free cycle that works great. I only hang up the clothes while damp and no ironing needed - a first for me. The whole thing has been a learning experience for me...it is definitely different than previous washers I have used. YOU MUST USE THE HE SOAPS, PLACE THE SOAP IN PRIOR TO LOADING, CIRCLE THE WASH LOAD AROUND THE CENTER OF THE WASHER. You will then experience a perfectly clean wash, well drained and ready for the dryer. Trying new things does involve an open mind and time to experiment...
+Margie Crabtree Just got ours this week (Whirlpool verstion), maybe early, but after about 5 loads I feel the same. It's different, not bad and you have to get used to it. This is for how it operates, as far as reliability and cost to repair, I'll need to wait awhile on that.
Wait, wait, wait.... it will start making odd noises and behaving erratically.1or two loads over the weight limit usually will do it. Just poor engingeering,.really, the video is informative but irrelevant. the noises are scaring the begeezies out of me.Tore up my favorite cap. Damn!
We’ve had this machine for a couple of years now. I don’t have any complaints except that it’s noisy when determining the sensing cycle. Like most users, I don’t like the amount of water it produces, but I guess that’s common with all HE machines. It’s almost impossible to get a good lather (like old machines). I don’t know if these HE machines clean as well as the old ones. Some things are better left alone.
WE just bought one of these, and it's quite NOISY. Today, Were going back to Lowe's and see if they'll exchange it for something else as "again", it's drives us CRAZY with the "boom boom" noise !
Yeah cannot wash clothes during the night, even though the laundry room has a door and is about 50 feet from my bedroom. My cocker spaniel think someone is breaking into our home when the washer spins she goes crazy. This washer had made my life HELL.
I am not sure it is noisy, so much as it sound different. there is more of a groaning sound while agitating. Never heard a boom boom noise. I am very happy with it 4 years in.
Maytag should be ashamed of this machine. Wash cycle takes FOREVER. There have been times when some parts of clothing come out not having been touched by water. Lately it’s leaving black marks on our clothes THAT ITS SUPPOSED TO CLEAN. I’ll never buy another Maytag. What an embarrassment.
It may be good if you live on Dune or a desert somewhere. Otherwise you have to use the bulky setting to force it to use more water to get your stuff even close to being clean and it still desperately needs a agitator.
I wish I'd read Hannah's post before I bought. Got it on clearance at Home Depot yesterday for less than $400 after tax. We had an old, simple Whirlpool that lasted 17 years and were sad when it died. We were looking for something just as simple to replace it, and the Centennial was the simplest looking. Only done 2 loads, and I hate it. My office is next to the laundry room, and the "normal" noise is worse than the death throws of the Maytag. Since it was clearance, no returns. We are already planning on how to give it to our daughter when she gets her first apartment next year at college.
Mr & Mrs. Databits describes the washer well, but what they lack is how old the machine is. I have the newest one that I brought in 2011 through Lowes. My washer makes, all kinds of noices, and now the machine no longer spins. The tech from Sears who are experts in Maytag washers told me that an agitator for this machine costs $80.00 + service + labor which will be $246.00. Best advice given by the tech - BUY A NEW MACHINE OR DO YOUR LAUNDRY AT THE LOCAL LAUNDRY FACILITY. My last washer machine was a KENMORE and lasted 33 years. Good Luck with yours!
We have an older model MVWC300VW1 or the one with the center pillar traditional agitator. We moved into our house 3 years and this was included. It has been great so far.
we bought this machine listening to the sales description of saving water, it was a big mistake. The after finished washing, we found some clothes even didn't get wet! This kind of "saving water" is ridiculous! And we tried with different amount of load and different materials, no change. so we have to manually add water every time we use it. YES, to us, it is the worst washing machine we ever saw and had!
I've had this washer since 2015 and it's a great machine. I don't understand the hate. I've never had trouble and w/3 kids and a dirty job in the family we've made it work hard.
i have the exact washer as you do. going on 5th year and have no problem with it. I washed approx. 10 to 15 loads per week and using the he detergent no problem so far. my clothes came out almost dried and take less time to dry in the dryer.
Absolutely the worst washing machine I have ever owned. As previous Maytag owners for many years my husband thought it would be a good choice. I do the laundry and I hate it! The whites are dingy and the dark clothes usually have soap spots. I have tried every cycle on the machine with no improvement. I canceled the cycle during the wash and opened the machine to see the water level and it was ridiculously low. I thought I would outsmart it by adding more water manually and it just went into rinse and emptied the water I added. As soon as I can replace it it's gone! I do not recommend buying this washer. I expected much more from Maytag since my last Maytag lasted 20 years.
I dislike this washer for one simple reason: there is no quick cycle. As a chronic procrastinator, I often find myself needing to wash something at the eleventh hour. Other machines I've owned always had a fast option- 30 min or less. Not this one. 45 minutes minimum. No matter what cycle I use. Forget it, it's not going to be done in less than 45 minutes. 🙁
Maytag use to make decent washers, it junk and I mean junk, I went in debt to buy this and I can't afford to get it fixed it's only 2 years old. I remember when Maytags lasted twenty years. It never washed very well, it was slow filling, and took an hour to do a load, Never buying another Maytag, with a button on it. Light is flashing, it's stuck, it won't work at all and makes a clicking noise.
I've had mine for about two years no issues ,same one pictured above .I use liquid detergent it works .can't tell how much water it fills up with because the lid is locked when started. others seem to know the amount of water theirs take how I have no idea .well you can pause it and check I guess . I never needed to though. Thoughts and prayers.
I can tell you this much about this garbage washer. Do not attempt to wash one bath rug or large towel or blanket. It will quickly become off balance and then throw one of the hanger rods. Poorly designed.
I've not noticed any increase in my light bill since having this washer. It's dependable and a hard worker which I must have because of health issues with my husband.
Thank you for the review and lecture. My wife said:" it's horrible, this machine came with the house we just purchase, the appliances here are a year of used, 2 ppl lived here,same as my wife and myself and it's already damage. She washes three times a week, 1 for her, 1 for me and one for linens,we changes linens and towels 3 times a week every week and it's not even under heavy use I am short and my wife is tiny skinny, at i meant there is not a heavy load. Horrible machine, it's already broken the basket is shaking and making a noise like something is loose!
It is now 8/2021 I bought this machine brand new back in 2009 if I'm not mistaken. It just broke down for the third time. I hated this machine from day one but dealt with it since the reviews were all about saving water and energy but the reality is that I only wash small loads at a time since to much clothes won't wash. Cloths come out dry never getting touched by a drop of water. I recently research and saw that the newer model have a selection for more water. Overall lots of mixed feelings about this model. I do know I won't by it again!
Just got rid of this machine! Worst thing ever. Did not wash worth anything. It would sit FOREVER doing nothing. Soap still on the clothes, clothes wouldn't spin out. What have you accomplished when you must wash three times? Got a GE STANDARD washer! Top loading traditional all the way fan...
I have one !! Don’t listen to this review!! Today I was doing laundry I started my first wash and it took 4 hrs!! Trust me don’t buy this machine!! If you have pets especially!! I have found that much of my laundry did not even get wet! I hate this washer!!!!
I was bitching to my dad about my piece of shit washer, and he said it couldn't be as bad as his, guess what? He has the same washer. Everyone in my house hates this washer, my neighbor even hates it
Started having issues with this washer one year after purchasing, would randomly get stuck during cycle and not complete a load. Over the years it did it more and more now where it does it every load. I replaced the shifter assy and main circuit board per diagnostics and its still doing it, and now the bearing for the tub is roaring loud like a jet engine, we have owned this machine for 6 years, 5 years of it having issues. Average lifespan of a wash machine is supposed to be 11 years im told. We just ordered a new Samsung Wash machine and hope to have a better experience.
I have owned this machine for 2 years. I regret the day I made this purchase, so much that I have purposely sought out a site to write a review on. I absolutely hate this machine. It has ripped the hem out of several pants, torn shirts, and destroyed wash clothes. This has happened on the delicate cycle. In addition, it does NOT rinse all the soap out and all of the clothes do not get wet. Some things are partially washed and other items still have soap. It is horrible.When I wash my queen size comforter, it is partially washed with some parts being wet some parts clean some parts with soap and some parts that weren't touched at all still dirty. I will be replacing this washer soon with an old school type. You shouldn't have to wash things multiple times to get them clean and have to worry about clothes being torn up!
Mine just died at a little over 7 years. Quit spinning. Cost is over $500 to fix. Lid lock also broke (an easy fix) Our repair guy says this model is worse than other Maytag models
Hey Rita! Ours is NOT loud all over the house. Of course, our washer is in the basement, but even then its no louder than our old washer. It just makes a whoosh noise over and over. I would call them back and tell them to have a tech look at it.
I assume mine is several years old. I bought mine for $50 from facebook marketplace when my ancient Maytag finally completely died. I prefer the old school maytag washers, but needed something fasts, and affordable. I havent had any problems with this machine. it's totally fine.
Everyone, just load the clothing around the impeller. Do not ever cover up the center. It will work just fine this way. Many people have issues with this machine because they don't know how to use it. I bought one that is 9 years old recently and replaced two parts costing me less than $100 and it works great.
Someone gave me this machine for just taking it away from his house. I replaced the actuator and it worked for a week before it started to sound like a load drum and then it just stopped working. The shock springs at out local appliance store and it has never worked again. It's too big for a paperweight !
Thank you...for this video. I hated this machine bc im at someone elses house and didnt know patience was required for it to start. Pushed the washer 'Start' button same time she did in the video, waited, watched, and succeded. Thanksbagain.
This washing machine is hard on clothes. Everything comes out intensely wrinkled, enough that they dont come out in the dryer! Have to wash on the gentle cycle only. Can't wait to replace it.
So disappointed in Maytag - I have a 2013 Bravos washing machine that if I had it repaired again (less than a year after I had it repaired the first time and just over two years since we brought it home) the cost is going to two times the purchase price. And because it is just out of warranty Maytag is doing nothing about it, even though they know there is a flaw in there design.
Just purchased a 2015 model at Sears. Paid $275 for it new. Sticker was originally $499. We have a cycle called power wash that is not explained in the under lid or the book!! But is seems to fill the basket up to the top with water. Between that, the extra rince, and keeping the soil level set to high, our clothes are coming out clean. Of course i have yet to know about durability. I have my 2000 performa stored in the basement. That was a workhorse, and if this gives me troubles, i will restore it, and replace the $150 transmission and seals. Should get another 15 years out of that one. I cannot believe the underside of my Centennial. There is hardly nothing under there but a very small motor. My 2000 performa has a motor the size of a gallon of milk. This things' motor is the size of a pint of milk, and no transmission.
What ive learned to do with these HE, washers is stopped the washer and add water with a bucket. Otherwise i would have some clothes with dry spots. I hate these new washers.
This is the worst washing machine I have every had! We have had it a couple of years and now it will not rinse or drain. You must do it manually. I thought Maytag was suppose to be so good. Boy was I wrong! So sorry I bought this! Do not get this washer!!!!!! You will be sorry! The bad reviews are true:
+Ann Satchfield If I ever get stuck to buying one of these HE washers, first thing I will do is use an arduino and design custom electronics for it. My washer is currently entering its sixteenth year and holding strong (knock on wood).
Have you run it through the diagnostics. There is a video here on RUclips that shows you how to do that and another that shows how to get it to give you the error codes to find out why it isn't going through the rinse or drain cycles.
You can call Maytag or you can run it through the diagnostics. You can save money if you are capable of checking the problem and getting replacement parts or if you have a friend that can do that for you. I can't believe how many people have something wrong with their washer and don't bother to check it out or call Maytag or an authorized service tech. to look at it.
I have had this washer for over 2.5 years. And I have noticed my clothes are not cleaning as well as before. I have changed my washing detergent, to see if it was that. But its not. What do u suggest?? I went fro. Gain to Tide..l even start using Oxy powder to help it out.
I have it & dislike it tremendously. It makes a racket, have to close door. It beats up clothing. It thins them including my sheets & towels. I have a 2 gallon pitcher of water next to it. I dip one or two items in pitcher to increase weight that machine senses. If you try to pour added water as filling, it purges it once locked. I place saturated pieces on top of dry ones on bottom & they absorb water. Best I can do but still too rough on ALL settings. Jeanne
There needs to be a recall or class action law suit on this particular washer. It is garbage.👎🏾
agreed
Me too. Garbage.
The WORST
Why? I've had mine for 12 years. It's just now needing some repair. Always washed our clothes. Maybe everyone isn't using it right.
People keep using the normal cycle which is the worst for any wachine.
I purchased this POS machine at Lowe's the first year it came out. I was told it had the latest technology and was a great machine. This has been the worst washing machine money can buy. I'd rather do my wash over a metal plate on top of a rock. It takes 1 hour 25 minutes for one normal load. If you do a heavy load it takes between 2 to 3 hours. The clothes do not look very clean and my neighbor across the street can actually hear the spin cycle. I am looking for a basic machine with a ringer.
Worst washer I have ever owned, high efficiency huh then why does it take 1 hour and a half to wash one load, my old washer took 20 mins. Never will buy one of these again ever ever
I found my washing machine on the side of the road 15 years ago, and it was old when I picked it up (I'm thinking 80's vintage), and it still works great!
They don’t make them to last anymore
At least it's better than this HE crap!
It’s crazy but it’s so true. Those old vintage ones are built to last.
@@TheViewer01 Update 3 years later. It’s still going strong.
@@josephlucas502 Yes, same here and it is working fine...same model as the video except it was just before the government required changes to washers.
We have both the washer and dryer...the dryer is great, no issues. The washer on the other hand, where do I begin? I have to place the clothes very carefully and do small loads or the machine just stops in the wash cycle. Use liquid detergents only because powders do not disolve. I have to cross my fingers when I wash towels or sweatshirts because the washer goes out of balance so easy. The washing time is incredibly long. Sometimes my clothes come out half dry, as if there was not enough water in the tub to get to all the clothes. We are Maytag people and have not been disappointed in the past. I hope they do better in the future. Mind you it is only my husband and I that use it. I wouldn't dare wash blankets or comforters in it, they go to the laundromat. So bottom line it appears to work for some and not others.
I acquired a used one of these for free, the owner seemingly happy to get rid of it due to its intermittent operation. Being a somewhat competent mechanic I took it off her hands. Not being very old it otherwise seemed to be in excellent condition. I replaced the common failure parts and it was back in working condition with all the codes satisfied. I did a couple loads and they seemed to be mostly clean with a couple suspicious items that were not. I decided to override the lid lock to see what was going on. These units are not only junk but pathetic. I'm sure the engineers make the lid lock secure for safety reasons and liability but the reality is it obscures the view of what is going on. The cloths simply never have the chance to be agitated. Some at the bottom do but I have to wonder about the abrasion since they mostly sit in one position in a very shallow pool of water. Yes, the machine uses almost half the water of my 30 y/o machine but water just is not that expensive. Clothes aren't cheap and some look to be suffering excessive agitation while others are floating on the top, barely wet if at all. Even manually adding several gallons of water in an experimental load did not help the lack of clothes circulation. It's going to the dump tomorrow. Fortunately I spent less than $100 for parts and lost 20 hours of my time. I feel for anyone that bought one of these new.
This is useful information. I bought mine at an estate sale and I'm finding out that I overpaid for this piece of crap. I will run my clothes through a wash and dry cycle, fold and put them away. When I go to grab a t-shirt maybe a week later, or a set of "clean" sheets, I get a whiff and everything stinks. Grrr. I've tried all the tricks - baking soda, vinegar, Oxy Clean...I hate this thing. 😡
Thanks, glad I read these comments from actual owners, I was about to make a mistake and buy one to replace my 1989 Kenmore that is actually still working.
Agreed , no ability to fill the washer and let them soak ,Horrible and pointless steps it goes through
I always run mine in the comforters/bedding setting which I believe defeats the sensing and the low fill issues. When I had a technician out to defeat the lid lock so I could see what was going on, he told me to always set it on fabric softener added even though I don't use fabric softener. There's a lot of misdirection in the controls; it saves water by deceiving you.
I have this same washer. I HATE it. The clothes do not clean properly, and sometimes towels and sheets have dry spots on them like they were never touched by soap and water. The cycle knob broke off and to get is repaired was going to cost almost as much as a new washer. I haven't noticed any significant decrease in water or power bills over the three years I have had this machine. I'm ready to go buy a new washer. I do NOT recommend this machine at all.
Stacey Walker look into speed queen if you're wanting a new washer
I agree, the clothes do not get clean!
I have this machine after 3 years it started to leak, the clutch failed and somehow it started to screach
I bought mine used, probably because the owner finally got disgusted with it. I've had mine a week and it's making me crazy. The loads are always off balance. Is there a secret to this machine that I just don't know?
You are not using the bulky cycle for bulky goods. RTFM
Bought one in 2009. I wash one load maybe every two weeks. 3 loads a month max. Started pounding and walking within a year.
Dry dirty clothes goes in. Wet dirty clothes comes out. Let's give that a pass because it's nice and quiet lol.
i have this washer in 2024, i bought it second hand when moving into my first apartment and i HATE IT. i was very use to the newer school washer and genuinely thought the older one would be better but its SUCKS. it takes almost 2 hours to wash a load. my clothes do not smell fresh and the washer literally does not spin completely dry half of the time. also i feel like it does not fill with enough water AT ALL.
I hate it too. I wash everything on bulky items setting so it fills the tub with water. I also saw a video today where a lady adds water before she loads her clothes to make sure clothes are saturated. Or you can just wash everything on the bulky item setting and be prepared to wait.
It's says on my washer that there is a ten year limited parts warranty, I think a class action suited should be filed on Maytag., all who's washed isn't over five years old and stopped working should get a refund. Or the company should pay for repairs for each washer.
I totally agree with you. This machine a piece of crab. Mine is only 2 years old.
HATE this washer!! Have had it for a couple years and I curse it every week, (and my husband who bought it without checking with me or the reviews! ) It is so loud, literally sounds like a jet plane taking off, can't even hear tv in next room. It vibrates so roughly it is constantly moving around room. In 2 years it has brown down on us 3 times and now it is broken down to the point where the cost to repair is not worth it to us. Going to kick this to the curb (would not even try selling it to anyone) and put the money toward something better. I would love to have a Speed Queen!
NOT RECOMMENDED. I have had mine over a year. Nothing but trouble.. Stops washing for no reason then just sits there.. I have to unplug it and wait for it to reset then try again. If it does wash it wont spin the cloths . So I have to Unplug it again and then set it to rinse and spin manually . I have the glass top version but I don't think that matters.. Before anyone buys this washer Look up reviews.. Don't waste your money !
My fiance has this and hates the machine. It's brand new and she said the clothes still have detergent on them after a spin cycle. I told her to take it off 'normal' and out it on 'power wash' and put detergent at the bottom and she said it worked better. Do not overload it. She was used to her front load by LG and she got spoiled when she had to move and 'down grade,' and says she'll never get this model again.
I just got rid of mine today, and i cannot even express how happy i am that hunk of shit is out of my house!!
Omg I can't wait to get rid of mine and replace it with a Speed Queen! Good for you!
Mine worked great. Maybe it was a user error
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Omg! So glad I watched this video ! I thought there was something wrong with my new washer ! I have this one, just plugged it in first time after not having a new one ever in my life and always buying used. Thanks so much for this! Very helpful!!!
I have used mine for 6 years and do a lot of laundry and it has been flawless. Clothes are super clean and not one service call or problem. Use Tide liquid ....
Tide liquid Regular or Ultra Stain Remover?
I have had my set since 2012 and I haven't had any problems. It did start making a knocking noise after having it for several years, but I just turned it off for awhile then started it back to washing and not an issue since. The only time there was soap build up is when the wrong cycle was
used for the amount of clothes that were in it. Other than that every wash has come out clean and without complaints. Sorry for those that have
had issue
Be candid with us now, Databits. It's been 6 years since you introduced your Maytag washer. Is it still operating, and how many major repairs have been necessary? I have a young Bravos Quiet 300 I'd like to blow up with about 10 sticks of dynamite. We call it the Household Stress Riser.
I just got my Maytag Commercial technology with an agitator...I love it!!!!! I will never go back to a washer without an agitator..
Speed queen is whats sup
I bought one of these in 2013, commented here and it's time for an update. This machine has not disappointed in it performance. I've had none of the problems reported here and on other web sites. Works fine.
Three years and 15 days using the Maytag. Not one problem with the machine and its performance. Everything comes out clean.
Does it still work fine?
Still works, no problems with its performance.
Thanks for your review. I've been using this washer for more than four and a half years about four to five times per week. I haven't had any issues as many of the reviews mention. One time I did overload it and the agitator snapped off. The part was inexpensive and replacing it was a very easy, diy job.
There is no agitator on this one.
@@alexjones993 🤔 IDK. Maybe we're looking at different models, or terminology?
also 6:11 since these machines use less water than traditional washers, pouring detergent on top of the clothes could lead to staining because the soap on top of the clothes may get permanently set if there is excessive heat in the tub
I add premixed laundry detergent and hot water.
@@lisahudman4995 or you could do that
13 years old and only now having issues. It's been a great machine with easy to find parts!
Just got one yesterday. So far I've done three loads of wash and they came out great. It was a bit strange at first and I feared there was a problem. I took the time to read the quick start instructions and realized my fears were just part of getting used to a new machine. Made me think of my late grandmother who was worried her new auto washer she bought in 1973 would not clean as well as her old ringer washer. Later she liked it and was sorry she didn't make the switch sooner.
Ik i love mine
You can save huge amounts of water by not wetting 1/3 of the clothes, like ours does. Then it pretends to agitate. HORRIBLE MACHINE!
I hate MY MAYTAG they say it saves water and that is a fact BUT someone needs to tell Maytag ya need to put enough water in there to actually wash the dirt away my clothes actually come out looking like the dirt has just been re-arranged on the clothes.
The water never covers the clothes, I am sick and tired of dragging the hose into the house to fill the washer and then I wonder about the 2 rinse cycle is it actually enough, my daughter said stop telling me how much you hate it and go buy a new one, it will not be a Maytag.
I've had mine for 8 to 9 years. two hard-working boys and a teenage daughter. never had a problem.
Ours is 13. Only needed a new water inlet valve and just recently a shift actuator (which i did myself) very reliable
You are doomed.
Same I bought this set in 2013 and it is still working just fine
I’ve had mine for several years. Do at least one load a day. Never had any problems with it. Love it just as much now as I did when I first got it. It does take slightly longer than my old washer to do a load.
Also had mine for 7yrs with similar results I am retained now and my cloth dont get as dirty as they did when I had a washer with a adgeator so cant compare but things seem not to be as good as time goes on.
I liked mine until it died about a month ago---quit spinning and the cost to fix is over $500. Repairman says this particular Maytag is generally not good and won't last more than about 7 years. (I think many of the HE/low water models don't last much more than that.) The lid lock feature also broke. I don't do a ton of washing since there are only 2 in my family
we have had ours 9 years and love it
Don't waste your time buying Magtag Centennial washers. It does not fill with enough water to wash and rinse the clothes. My clothes end up with white spots all over them because it does not rinse the detergent off. I can't wash clothes at night when my family is sleeping because it makes a loud thumping noise several times. The complete cycle takes too long. I miss the older washers.
The problem with all of these washers is the lack of an agitator for several reasons. Yes you save a little bit of water. In our Township it is a penny per gallon. So if you need to save a maximum of $0.20 on each load of laundry then go for it. That is the reason why some people's clothes don't even get wet in places and these things just don't wash that well. As to the mechanical issues these machines have, compared to the old machines with an agitator there is no shaft that goes up inside the agitator and basically behaves like a diver in the diving bell. That means the water never Rises up inside the agitator and has a chance to get down into the bearings through a worn or failed seal. The newer washers that have this type of wash plate have water and soap getting into the shaft and splines of the agitator right around the shaft seal and eventually this water makes its way past the seal as things rust and corrosion builds. Remember too that we are using less water so that area doesn't get flushed out and cleaned as well. That water eventually leaks by the seal that becomes damaged by the corrosion and rust and gets into the ball bearings which starts to rust them. Hence the jet engine noise basically within months to a few years the transmission is being destroyed. The other problem that these machines suffer is they are suspended by four thin rods in the corners of the machine. At the bottom of each rod there is a device that functions similarly to a car shock absorber. That damping effect is created by a small round piece of foam with the shaft going through it and it is saturated with dsmping grease. As the clothes spin out, these pieces of foam keep the drum from bouncing around and the machine from walking across the floor. What happens is the foam sleeves are very short-lived and within a couple of years depending on how heavily you load the machine they wear out and provide no damping effect whatsoever. After that, even with light loads it will sound like you have a Tasmanian Devil Inside the washing machine cabinet. It will walk across the floor, bang into things and damage the plastic tub ring at the top of the outer tub. This machine had a number of design flaws that caused this to happen. First of all planned obsolescence, second of all first generation of anything there are faults that they need to work on. I have seen newer machines of the same basic design and the suspension Rod dampers last a lot longer. They are no longer using the foam rubber type of damping sleeve, now it looks a little bit more like the rubber used to make ear plugs. They still have the issue with water getting into the transmission and destroying the bearings unfortunately. I have to agree with some of the other reviews on here, get a Speed Queen! Been working on washers and dryers for years and this new stuff is basically crap.
The source of the problem is government. They cause most if not all ailments on earth.
I have one of these machines and matching dryer and it's been great. Coins in the washer have been the biggest issues.
What do you mean?
Initially, I was very happy with this washer. As soon as the warranty expired, the washer began to malfunction. The lid lock randomly works. If the lid isn't locked, the machine won't work! The control panel blinks I have to unplug to "reset" the washer. Repairman said the control board needs to be replaced at a cost of $300! This machine is just 2 years old! I do not recommend this washer! I will not buy another Maytag!
Purely crap! I've had this joke for about three months and it sounds and acts like a jet engine, takes far too long, clothes are not washed or rinsed, have dry and dirty spots when they come out, It actually has torn my towels! The water level is not what it is supposed to be on any setting. The spin cycle is alarmingly fast and vibrates hard enough to be dangerous. Am very concerned for the copper plumbing it is tied into and vibrates as it spins. Horrible product. Am going to junk it and get another brand. Will not fool with warranty because I don't want this thing in my house.
+Jeremy Melugin It would make a good compost bin as long as you removed it from the outer bin :D
I agree 100%. I despise this washing machine.
Sandra Cargill look into buying a speed queen if you haven't replaced it yet
I have this washer its been a nightmare since the beginning, i wanted a Speed Queen but they dont sell in Kauai where we live, instead i purchased the Samsung front load, it has amazing reviews, the best in fact, so hopefully will see a difference in clothes.
Sometimes clothes come out partly dry it just moved the dirt around on my clothes I hate the maytag washer
I've service a lot of these trust me they are no good
You're right!!! this machine is pure junk. I've had it for 5 years now and have loath it for each one of those years. It takes forever to do a single load of laundry, so long that I've given up sometimes and just went to a laundry center to do my clothes. At this point I'm just wishing this machines dies already so I can buy a better machine. But I'm getting tempted to just throw it out and get a new one.
What is a good brand? I'm looking....because this washer sucks. Broke twice now in past 3 months. 5 years old.
@LukeG551 I wouldn't write off the Maytag brand. This model just sucks. I have all Maytag appliances in my home and this is only problem child. Whirlpool is popular, which is same as Maytag. I switched brands and bought an LG front loader. Not reasonably priced at all, but I love it.
What did u find that was wrong with the Bravo's ,?what was the usual problem?
@@Will_Bx_NYC_718 Right?!?! I feel I should just go to the laundromat also.
You are so correct Sir! After 4 years, it leaks and grinds. Bad settings. I've never had a washer that only lasted 4 years.
I’ve had mine for four years and it already has 3 major repairs. According to the same company who has repaired it each time, American Home Shield has already paid twice what the washer is worth. And it just broke down again. Previous Maytag lasted 22 years with only a belt replacement. Yup, this series is the worst.
Had mine for years, only paid $250 new and it’s been fine. No complaints.
I have this machine, removed the hook from the lid so I could run it with open lid and THIS machine does NOT use enough water!!! I always end up adding 5 gallons plus!
WHAT?? I have had my set for 14 years and Never had a problem! This is the best set I have EVER had. I also NEVER overload them!!
I just bought one and I wish now I had read some reviews on this machine . I am going to take it back to Lowe's and buy something different . I will most certainly do some research on my next washing machine purchase . I am old school and thought I was buying a better machine because of the name Maytag . I thought how could I go wrong with a Maytag ? I did purchase the 3 year extended warranty though . ..........I just pulled out my first wash load and they look clean . My unit does have the taller center agitator . But that worn out sound while on washing cycle concerns me . From what I have read a really dirty big load may take two wash cycles for my liking . All this energy saving ,water saving stuff means after you wash it twice I will use more water and electricity than my old machine ...............Kinda like the water saving commodes that take 2-3 flushes .
After washing my clothes in it I decided that the diet had just been re-arranged but still on the clothes adding water with my hose did not help much
Winner! Bought the newest model almost two weeks ago I researched it prior to purchasing, works great for me. Im guessing people are either ignoring the owners manual and directions. My clothes come out clean and fresh with out a glitch and ive noticed my colors dont bleed out or fade and the fabric on my new clothes stays looking newer score in my book. I could see how old schoolers would have a hard time with the concept of minimal water/High efficiency machines but get with it. I use the two rinse cycle feature just for piece of mind but its really not necessary and a lot easier on the wallet know what I mean.
I totally agree. Don’t waste your money!!!
What ruins ALL these machines is computers and the “green” features!
You hate computers but I bet you are on Facebook 10 hours per day.
I love computers... just NOT in my appliances
Our repairman actually went to somewhere that recycles them and says that front-loaders in particular cost $600 each to recycle. He didn't mention a non front-loader, but I think he said pretty much all of them these days are expensive to recycle. So we may save a little bit of water, but we have to buy one every 7 years instead of every 20+ years and that just means more to fill up the land-fills. Ridiculous. The computer things are so easily fried by power surges or moisture.
@@UberKrispy The problem is that adding computers to appliances adds a hundred extra parts that break and demand expensive repairs. I mean look at the 737 MAX crashes; that wouldn't have happened without the extra computer/sensor array.
Yes
Bought this machine about a month ago. Sad to say,I'm not impressed. Can only wash smaller loads and balancing the load is a real problem. Ive had to re balance a load several times just to get it finished . Finally called and a tech came to the house to check out the unit. I have a receipt which shows I received "customer education on loading ". Kinda silly. Never had a washer where you had to go to school just to get your laundry done. Washer is too sensitive.
Since then the washer has not been a real problem, but it requires care in loading ,which is irritating . Wash cycles way too long also. Don't think i will buy Maytag/Whirlpool again.
This washing machine is a piece of crap, we have had it for only 2 years. Just like clockwork we started to have trouble after the warranty ran out. The lid locking assembly died, had that replaced $150.00, then shortly after that the Shift Actuator went out $175.00. Now the main control board has gone bad, and the part alone is close to the $300.00 plus installation, the estimate was $450.00 to replace it. Thats $775.00....More then what we paid for this POS.
When the washer is running, it has an irritating washing cycle noise that may have been used during the cold wars to torture spies when captured. You also have to clean this washer otherwise a funky smell can develop, what rocket scientist came up with that idea? Sometimes we have to wash clothes twice to get them clean, so much for saving water. And if the clothes get out of balance during the spin and drain cycle, you open the washer only to find sopping wet clothes. We use the HE detergent, followed the instructions and are less then impressed with it. I would not recommend this washer to anyone and would suggest you choose another one. We are looking for another one now and will just donate this or dump it in the trash where it belongs.
EchosFromaBlankMind get a speed queen, they last for a verry, verry, long time.
kody mackey Thanks I will look into that brand.
what did it do when door lock was bad,,,thanks
Raybo sflorida The door would lock, and no matter what you did, pull the cord, push the cancel button, it would remain locked. Then suddenly out of the blue it would unlock for no reason.
I cannot tell you how dissapointed we were with this machine. It looks beautiful, it has fancy buttons, but it was worthless.
I would have been better off with a manual wash board.
My has worked about 15 years with ZERO issues.
Thank you for saving me from purchasing one of these. The comments also validate this failure of a machine. Big grateful
This is the worst machine we have ever had! Nothing gets clean it does not use enough water to get things clean. I want a new washer!
40 years working on washers THE MAYTAG NAME IS A SHADOW OF ITSELF 40 YEARS AGO THEY WERE THE BEST OF THE BEST TODAY WELL DONT WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY
Man I don't know if y'all are putting to much in or what but what the heck? I've had this washing machine almost 8 years, use it every single day because I have pets that pee on blankets. Never had a single issue besides unbalanced load and that's more my issue with loading,not the washer! None of my clothes have EVER smelled or been unclean coming out of the washer! And I use a single 4 in 1 Tide Pod for every load. No need to measure! Nearly always use the bulky/sheets load option because blankets. Just keep the middle part clear at the bottom because that's how it senses load size. Unlike other washers never had damaged clothing from the agitator either which was great!
I hv Maytag centennial technology bought 2017 this is wt agitator, so far so good still working except, loud banging on sides, how I wish wt this model , I can remove the agitator because I often get tangled clothes around it.
This washer is a piece of crap. I have had it for a little over two years. As soon as the warranty was up it started making a metal on metal noise like a bad nearing during the spin cycle. Nothing was leaking and was washing clothes so I let it go and just closed the door. I noticed after that, the clothes were not getting as clean as the should and the soap packets I use were not dissolving completely. I listened more during the wash cycle and could not hear water splashing back and forth although the machine sounded like it was washing. I found the wash plate that agitates the clothes was free spinning. This plastic piece was splined and should not turn on its own. I am mechanically inclined and can see that these plastic splines would not hold up very well under much pressure. I looked up the parts and found there was a change to an improved wash plate ond ordered it. The new piece was $80.00 and I replaced it myself (very easy). But one month later it was stripped out again, I replaced it again thinking maybe someone overloaded the washer, because that is what Maytag claims causes this. Wrong! I washed very light loads. I will never buy another Maytag appliance.
Same here, making a clicking noise and won't drain, or do anything. A repairman, wants 100 just to look at it, what crap, it's junk Centennal washer don't buy it.
I have owned one of these for 2 years and 5 months. It is a piece of JUNK!! It doesn't fill the machine with water--to cover the clothes---but worse than that, when the led light goes to RINSE, the machine will not agitate. Then the light goes to SPIN, but it will not spin!! I called my appliance repair man and he said it's the ' Controller ' which cost about
$ 250.00--not counting labor! ( I didn't buy a extended warranty, because I thought I wouldn't need it. After all, this was a Maytag. Bad Mistake! ) In short, I'm stuck with a less than 2 1/2 year old washer which cost me $ 459.00. And It's now JUNK!! Don't buy one!! When I called Maytag/Whirlpool last week, the lady tried to sell me another one!!!
I bought a GE ( with a agitator) and it works GREAT!!!!
i bought one in 2015 and still have it and use it 5 years later, the biggest issue is the wash plate shaft gets rusty and over time strips the hub and wash plate, then the transmission gear case shaft isn't sold separately , doing a little bit of research you can still find these parts, these HE washing machines are good when they work but they are like the high maintenance version like Mercedez-Benz types.
A few years ago we bought a Whirlpool Cabrio HE style washer. The salesman just raved about how great these washers were. It operated on the same principle as you described here. We had it about two years, I know it was no longer under warranty. Then it quit working and the display was showing an error code that indicated that the control circuit board was bad. I looked them up on the online parts store websites and was shocked to find out that the replacement circuit boards cost almost $400. According to internet reviews, these failures were so common that Whirlpool fixed some of these machines at no cost, but after they were flooded with reports of failures they quit paying for the repairs. I decided not to fix that piece of junk. Then we bought a new Maytag washer with an agitator at Lowes. That one is around two years old and it no longer works. So much for Maytag quality. I think Maytag used to be a good reliable brand when Maytag was still building their machines. I think Whirlpool is building them now and they are junk. I invested in a good appliance repair book.
The absolute worst washer we have ever owned. Almost every load we have to adjust the clothes because it seems like it's always out of balance. The locking lid is a pain because you have to press the pause button, if you don't hold it long enough it won't open hold it too long and it starts all over again at the beginning. This is the second Maytag washer we've owned and definitely the last as I'd sooner beat my clothes on a rock beside a river before I'd ever buy another Maytag washer. It still runs and washes clothes but it's going to the scrap yard because I would rather throw it away before I'd put someone else through the aggravation the washer puts you through.
We purchased our washer/dryer both Maytag at an outlet store about 3 months ago. Fortunately, I didn't read this prior to purchasing. Our experience has been just fine: great price, cleaner clothes, less water use and a fabulous wrinkle-free cycle that works great. I only hang up the clothes while damp and no ironing needed - a first for me. The whole thing has been a learning experience for me...it is definitely different than previous washers I have used. YOU MUST USE THE HE SOAPS, PLACE THE SOAP IN PRIOR TO LOADING, CIRCLE THE WASH LOAD AROUND THE CENTER OF THE WASHER. You will then experience a perfectly clean wash, well drained and ready for the dryer. Trying new things does involve an open mind and time to experiment...
+Margie Crabtree Just got ours this week (Whirlpool verstion), maybe early, but after about 5 loads I feel the same. It's different, not bad and you have to get used to it. This is for how it operates, as far as reliability and cost to repair, I'll need to wait awhile on that.
Wait, wait, wait.... it will start making odd noises and behaving erratically.1or two loads over the weight limit usually will do it. Just poor engingeering,.really, the video is informative but irrelevant. the noises are scaring the begeezies out of me.Tore up my favorite cap. Damn!
We’ve had this machine for a couple of years now. I don’t have any complaints except that it’s noisy when determining the sensing cycle. Like most users, I don’t like the amount of water it produces, but I guess that’s common with all HE machines. It’s almost impossible to get a good lather (like old machines). I don’t know if these HE machines clean as well as the old ones. Some things are better left alone.
WE just bought one of these, and it's quite NOISY. Today, Were going back to Lowe's and see if they'll exchange it for something else as "again", it's drives us CRAZY with the "boom boom" noise !
Yeah, it does got that boom boom pow.
Yeah cannot wash clothes during the night, even though the laundry room has a door and is about 50 feet from my bedroom. My cocker spaniel think someone is breaking into our home when the washer spins she goes crazy. This washer had made my life HELL.
They wouldn't take it back (ours) .... not unless we wanted to buy a "Bosch" (or the like) machine for 5 K / pair !. End thought: "we live with it".
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I am not sure it is noisy, so much as it sound different. there is more of a groaning sound while agitating. Never heard a boom boom noise. I am very happy with it 4 years in.
Thanks for your comment JeffMarshallfan about my Maytag washer video! We have had ZERO problems with this unit and we're up to almost 5 months of use!
i have one of these and i love it!!!!! it’s a bit noisy but it works terrific.
Maytag should be ashamed of this machine. Wash cycle takes FOREVER.
There have been times when some parts of clothing come out not having been touched by water. Lately it’s leaving black marks on our clothes THAT ITS SUPPOSED TO CLEAN. I’ll never buy another Maytag. What an embarrassment.
It may be good if you live on Dune or a desert somewhere. Otherwise you have to use the bulky setting to force it to use more water to get your stuff even close to being clean and it still desperately needs a agitator.
I wish I'd read Hannah's post before I bought. Got it on clearance at Home Depot yesterday for less than $400 after tax. We had an old, simple Whirlpool that lasted 17 years and were sad when it died. We were looking for something just as simple to replace it, and the Centennial was the simplest looking. Only done 2 loads, and I hate it. My office is next to the laundry room, and the "normal" noise is worse than the death throws of the Maytag. Since it was clearance, no returns. We are already planning on how to give it to our daughter when she gets her first apartment next year at college.
I have the same model. No problems. I bought the matching dryer, and I've had it stop working a lot , it's only a year old,
Mr & Mrs. Databits describes the washer well, but what they lack is how old the machine is. I have the newest one that I brought in 2011 through Lowes. My washer makes, all kinds of noices, and now the machine no longer spins. The tech from Sears who are experts in Maytag washers told me that an agitator for this machine costs $80.00 + service + labor which will be $246.00. Best advice given by the tech - BUY A NEW MACHINE OR DO YOUR LAUNDRY AT THE LOCAL LAUNDRY FACILITY. My last washer machine was a KENMORE and lasted 33 years. Good Luck with yours!
+smart cookie Research Speed Queen
We have an older model MVWC300VW1 or the one with the center pillar traditional agitator. We moved into our house 3 years and this was included. It has been great so far.
we bought this machine listening to the sales description of saving water, it was a big mistake. The after finished washing, we found some clothes even didn't get wet! This kind of "saving water" is ridiculous! And we tried with different amount of load and different materials, no change. so we have to manually add water every time we use it. YES, to us, it is the worst washing machine we ever saw and had!
I've had this washer since 2015 and it's a great machine. I don't understand the hate. I've never had trouble and w/3 kids and a dirty job in the family we've made it work hard.
All we've done with ours is replace the drive belt on the bottom, and it's still going!
i have the exact washer as you do. going on 5th year and have no problem with it. I washed approx. 10 to 15 loads per week and using the he detergent no problem so far. my clothes came out almost dried and take less time to dry in the dryer.
Absolutely the worst washing machine I have ever owned. As previous Maytag owners for many years my husband thought it would be a good choice. I do the laundry and I hate it! The whites are dingy and the dark clothes usually have soap spots. I have tried every cycle on the machine with no improvement. I canceled the cycle during the wash and opened the machine to see the water level and it was ridiculously low. I thought I would outsmart it by adding more water manually and it just went into rinse and emptied the water I added. As soon as I can replace it it's gone! I do not recommend buying this washer. I expected much more from Maytag since my last Maytag lasted 20 years.
I dislike this washer for one simple reason: there is no quick cycle. As a chronic procrastinator, I often find myself needing to wash something at the eleventh hour. Other machines I've owned always had a fast option- 30 min or less. Not this one. 45 minutes minimum. No matter what cycle I use. Forget it, it's not going to be done in less than 45 minutes. 🙁
Maytag use to make decent washers, it junk and I mean junk, I went in debt to buy this and I can't afford to get it fixed it's only 2 years old. I remember when Maytags lasted twenty years. It never washed very well, it was slow filling, and took an hour to do a load, Never buying another Maytag, with a button on it. Light is flashing, it's stuck, it won't work at all and makes a clicking noise.
I've had mine for about two years no issues ,same one pictured above .I use liquid detergent it works .can't tell how much water it fills up with because the lid is locked when started. others seem to know the amount of water theirs take how I have no idea .well you can pause it and check I guess . I never needed to though. Thoughts and prayers.
Bought new for rental 4th renter 9 years later still going strong
9 years and 4 renters later still going strong
I can tell you this much about this garbage washer. Do not attempt to wash one bath rug or large towel or blanket. It will quickly become off balance and then throw one of the hanger rods. Poorly designed.
It saves water but washes longer so my light bill go up...
I've not noticed any increase in my light bill since having this washer. It's dependable and a hard worker which I must have because of health issues with my husband.
Thank you for the review and lecture.
My wife said:" it's horrible, this machine came with the house we just purchase, the appliances here are a year of used, 2 ppl lived here,same as my wife and myself and it's already damage.
She washes three times a week, 1 for her, 1 for me and one for linens,we changes linens and towels 3 times a week every week and it's not even under heavy use I am short and my wife is tiny skinny, at i meant there is not a heavy load. Horrible machine, it's already broken the basket is shaking and making a noise like something is loose!
It is now 8/2021 I bought this machine brand new back in 2009 if I'm not mistaken. It just broke down for the third time. I hated this machine from day one but dealt with it since the reviews were all about saving water and energy but the reality is that I only wash small loads at a time since to much clothes won't wash. Cloths come out dry never getting touched by a drop of water. I recently research and saw that the newer model have a selection for more water. Overall lots of mixed feelings about this model. I do know I won't by it again!
Just got rid of this machine! Worst thing ever. Did not wash worth anything. It would sit FOREVER doing nothing. Soap still on the clothes, clothes wouldn't spin out. What have you accomplished when you must wash three times? Got a GE STANDARD washer! Top loading traditional all the way fan...
I have one !! Don’t listen to this review!! Today I was doing laundry I started my first wash and it took 4 hrs!! Trust me don’t buy this machine!!
If you have pets especially!!
I have found that much of my laundry did not even get wet!
I hate this washer!!!!
I was bitching to my dad about my piece of shit washer, and he said it couldn't be as bad as his, guess what? He has the same washer. Everyone in my house hates this washer, my neighbor even hates it
Started having issues with this washer one year after purchasing, would randomly get stuck during cycle and not complete a load. Over the years it did it more and more now where it does it every load. I replaced the shifter assy and main circuit board per diagnostics and its still doing it, and now the bearing for the tub is roaring loud like a jet engine, we have owned this machine for 6 years, 5 years of it having issues. Average lifespan of a wash machine is supposed to be 11 years im told. We just ordered a new Samsung Wash machine and hope to have a better experience.
I have owned this machine for 2 years. I regret the day I made this purchase, so much that I have purposely sought out a site to write a review on. I absolutely hate this machine. It has ripped the hem out of several pants, torn shirts, and destroyed wash clothes. This has happened on the delicate cycle. In addition, it does NOT rinse all the soap out and all of the clothes do not get wet. Some things are partially washed and other items still have soap. It is horrible.When I wash my queen size comforter, it is partially washed with some parts being wet some parts clean some parts with soap and some parts that weren't touched at all still dirty. I will be replacing this washer soon with an old school type. You shouldn't have to wash things multiple times to get them clean and have to worry about clothes being torn up!
We've had our Maytag Centennial for over 7 years now and it still works great.
You got the only good one they ever made.
I had mine for over 7 years as well and now it’s not washing the clothes right 😩 like my clothes are not getting clean at all 😑
Mine just stopped working a month ago. Now spin dry cycle won’t work. It stops on spin cycle.
Forgot to add... it’s 7 years old
Mine just died at a little over 7 years. Quit spinning. Cost is over $500 to fix. Lid lock also broke (an easy fix) Our repair guy says this model is worse than other Maytag models
Hey Rita! Ours is NOT loud all over the house. Of course, our washer is in the basement, but even then its no louder than our old washer. It just makes a whoosh noise over and over. I would call them back and tell them to have a tech look at it.
I assume mine is several years old. I bought mine for $50 from facebook marketplace when my ancient Maytag finally completely died. I prefer the old school maytag washers, but needed something fasts, and affordable. I havent had any problems with this machine. it's totally fine.
Everyone, just load the clothing around the impeller. Do not ever cover up the center. It will work just fine this way. Many people have issues with this machine because they don't know how to use it. I bought one that is 9 years old recently and replaced two parts costing me less than $100 and it works great.
Someone gave me this machine for just taking it away from his house. I replaced the actuator and it worked for a week before it started to sound like a load drum and then it just stopped working. The shock springs at out local appliance store and it has never worked again. It's too big for a paperweight !
My aunt has one with the agitator, it broke too many times, especially with the fake agitator, and it just finally died today as of March 12th, 2020
Just got a used one with the agitator , where do j put the fabric softner
There is a fabric softner setting but no place for softner
I got the pair used and they have worked great for the past 6+ years..
Thank you...for this video. I hated this machine bc im at someone elses house and didnt know patience was required for it to start. Pushed the washer 'Start' button same time she did in the video, waited, watched, and succeded. Thanksbagain.
This washing machine is hard on clothes. Everything comes out intensely wrinkled, enough that they dont come out in the dryer! Have to wash on the gentle cycle only. Can't wait to replace it.
So disappointed in Maytag - I have a 2013 Bravos washing machine that if I had it repaired again (less than a year after I had it repaired the first time and just over two years since we brought it home) the cost is going to two times the purchase price. And because it is just out of warranty Maytag is doing nothing about it, even though they know there is a flaw in there design.
Just purchased a 2015 model at Sears. Paid $275 for it new. Sticker was originally $499. We have a cycle called power wash that is not explained in the under lid or the book!! But is seems to fill the basket up to the top with water. Between that, the extra rince, and keeping the soil level set to high, our clothes are coming out clean. Of course i have yet to know about durability. I have my 2000 performa stored in the basement. That was a workhorse, and if this gives me troubles, i will restore it, and replace the $150 transmission and seals. Should get another 15 years out of that one. I cannot believe the underside of my Centennial. There is hardly nothing under there but a very small motor. My 2000 performa has a motor the size of a gallon of milk. This things' motor is the size of a pint of milk, and no transmission.
What ive learned to do with these HE, washers is stopped the washer and add water with a bucket. Otherwise i would have some clothes with dry spots. I hate these new washers.
I was just wondering if databits Maytag is still working in 2019 ?
This is the worst washing machine I have every had! We have had it a couple of years
and now it will not rinse or drain. You must do it manually. I thought Maytag was suppose to be so good. Boy was I wrong! So sorry I bought this! Do not get this washer!!!!!! You will be sorry! The bad reviews are true:
+Ann Satchfield If I ever get stuck to buying one of these HE washers, first thing I will do is use an arduino and design custom electronics for it. My washer is currently entering its sixteenth year and holding strong (knock on wood).
did you call Maytag repair? I'm asking because my washer just started doing this.. it's only 5 years old.
Have you run it through the diagnostics. There is a video here on RUclips that shows you how to do that and another that shows how to get it to give you the error codes to find out why it isn't going through the rinse or drain cycles.
You can call Maytag or you can run it through the diagnostics. You can save money if you are capable of checking the problem and getting replacement parts or if you have a friend that can do that for you. I can't believe how many people have something wrong with their washer and don't bother to check it out or call Maytag or an authorized service tech. to look at it.
I already did... it's a default in the machine. We junked it... and are using a different one...not a Maytag
I have had this washer for over 2.5 years. And I have noticed my clothes are not cleaning as well as before. I have changed my washing detergent, to see if it was that. But its not. What do u suggest?? I went fro. Gain to Tide..l even start using Oxy powder to help it out.
I have it & dislike it tremendously. It makes a racket, have to close door. It beats up clothing. It thins them including my sheets & towels.
I have a 2 gallon pitcher of water next to it. I dip one or two items in pitcher to increase weight that machine senses. If you try to pour added water as filling, it purges it once locked. I place saturated pieces on top of dry ones on bottom & they absorb water. Best I can do but still too rough on ALL settings. Jeanne