Frigidaire FWT449 Washer

Pros: Looks nice
Cons: see above.

We bought the Frigidaire front load washer and matching dryer two years ago. About six weeks ago I noticed black marks allover a load of clothing. When I called Frigidaire (Electrolux), I was told it was coming from the black "boot" (seal) around the ...

Pros: Nice looking, washes well
Cons: Very lousy customer service, no more toll free number available

I bought the frigidaire front-loader back in October of 1998. I believe that was when they first came out. I loved the machine. It washed clothes very well, used less water and electricity. Two problems have happened since then. First the bearing ...

Pros: Water and Energy efficient, good results on most items, nice detergent/bleach/fabric softener dispenser unit
Cons: Unbelieveably poor service, reliability questionable

I'm writing this review because I want to discourage anyone from buying this machine for reliability ...

Pros: gentle on clothes, cleans well, energy efficient
Cons: design defect, poor service

I also loved this machine, it cleans very well, it saves energy, has a good capacity, it's easy to use, and is relatively quiet. The signal volume for the end of cycle can be regulated, and its knits and delicates cycle has been a great stand-in for...

Pros: Efficient, great on delicates and all washing
Cons: Door latch solenoid poorly designed and very noisy.

The door latch solenoid is poorly designed and very noisy.
No satisfaction from manufacturer on repairing while under warranty. A repairman attempted to fix the problem with a new door latch made from a different material than the original, but it...

Pros: Frugal use of water
Cons: Poor at rinsing Unreliable drainage Balance problems Door problems

We were lucky enough to be able to buy all new appliances when we built a new house in 2000. After extensive research we purchased a Frigidaire Gallery front-loading washer, model FWT449, to conserve water and thus reduce the load on our septic system....

Pros: Energy effecient. Large Capacity.
Cons: Bad pump design, seal problems. Also objects from pockets can ruin pump. Poor service.

This washer is great, works very well. BUT it has problems
in the pump design. First the pump seal tends to leak and by the time you find the puddle of water on the floor, the water spray from the leaking seal ruins the open motor. And
they...

Pros: Saves wear & tear on clothes, uses less water, and use less laundry detergent!
Cons: Became a major lemon after two years and had to be replaced.

I originally did a review on this washing machine two years ago, praising it. The first year or so, it was wonderful! The first washing machine my husband and I owned died after 15 years of use. We did not have a lot of money to spend so first ...

Pros: Saves electricity, water, detergent, and money while getting clothes exceptionally clean.
Cons: More expensive, but it will pay for itself over the life of the machine.

Two years ago, when I bought the Frigidaire Gallery Front Load Washer FWT449, it was the best washing machine available for the money. Although newer models have since superceded it, it is available in many stores for discount prices and is still a...

Pros: Uses less water, stainless steel drum, no ring around the tub, see thru door
Cons: After 3 1/2 years, two problems occurred, see update

I have always had an extra large capacity top loading washing machine until we moved into our new home in June of 2000. After a lot of research on top loaders versus front loaders, I decided to buy a front loader. Then I had to decide what brand of ...

Pros: Savings on water, detergent & softener + energy savings too!
Cons: Slightly higher initial cost.

We purchased this machine after our top-loader bit the dust. The benefits to this machine are energy savings, detergent and fabric softener savings and the shortened time it takes to run a cycle.


I shopped and shopped around to make...

Pros: quiet wash cycle stackable Spins out clothes very to almost dry
Cons: shakes during spin cycle loud buzzer

I really like this washer. I read reviews on epinions before buying. I really like that I could stack the dryer on top to save space. I needed a stackable but with a husband and three boys, I needed a full size washer. I also wanted the front loading...

Pros: Quiet, gentle on clothes, uses less water
Cons: Price; detergent is expensive too

I'll never go back to those top-loaders. This baby is very quiet (except in spin cycle), cleans well and is very gentle on clothes. It uses very little hot water, which means big savings for us Californians who pay outrageous sums of money for natural...

Pros: Cleans great! Quiet. Economical to operate
Cons: None

I bought this washer at Lowes a year ago for $650 then got a $50 rebate to bring the price down to $600. I selected the Frigidaire over the other front loaders available based on reviews I had read and on the price. I couldn't see paying more for the...

Pros: Fits in an 1850's carriage house.
Cons: Doesn't have a light.

My old one died after many years of service but I was able to find my new set on sale, so it was only 3/4 pounds of flesh. I can't believe what a deal I got! I expect it to last for a long time like my last one.

I find using it easy. Put the...