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

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Top-load agitator washers have been around for decades, and their appeal endures. Although most don’t clean as well as ...

Top-load washing machines are a popular choice among consumers. These washers are typically less expensive than their front-load cousins, and they are easier to load, especially for people with ...

There are pros and cons to owning top-load and front-load washers. They can both clean and wash clothes efficiently, but the most significant difference between the two is the way you load and empty a ...

Top-load agitator washers are generally cheaper to buy and can wash clothes faster than other types of washing machines. But they don’t offer the best washing performance and can sometimes be rough on ...

When your washer flatlines, quickly scoring a new machine can give your laundry room a new lease on life—before the dirty clothes start piling up. But should you choose a modern front-loader, a ...