Based on 3 r/BuyItForLife mentions

Washer

$1,079.10

Whirlpool

Keep clothes looking newer longer without the extra steps with the 4.5 cu. ft. Duet front load washer. You'll be able to wash and dry a small load right in the washer thanks to the FanFresh option with Dynamic Venting Technology. You can even use less energy with the EcoBoost option and still get great cleaning performance with this steam washing machine. And to break down those stubborn grass and dirt stains, choose the Steam Clean option available on this front load washer.

Reddit mentions

  • “My Whirlpool French door replaced out top freezer Frigidaire which died very quickly. Have not had any real issues or broken things in the 3 years we have had it so far. My last…”
  • “I've heard good things about older Whirlpool Duet machines, LG makes good laundry equipment, people seem positive about Electrolux but they aren't as widespread so there's some…”
  • “Ive only have had a Whirpool since we got married. WHIRPOOL SPORT Duet I believe its the name. Its been lkke14 years, and other than rhe usual repairs because things get used Ive…”
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Product details
Washer Capacity
4.5 cu. ft.
Depth
52 3/4 (With Door Open 90 Degree)
Height
40 (Carton Height)
Width
29 (Carton Width)
Energy Star Certified
ENERGY STAR Qualified
Venting Type
Dynamic Venting Technology
Drying Features
FanFresh option with Dynamic Venting Technology
Stackable
Yes
Installation Type
Freestanding, Built under, Can be integrated
Wash Action Type
16 Adaptive Wash Actions
Heavy Duty
Yes
Load Balance
Out of Balance Sensing: Yes, Auto Load Size Sensing Technology: Yes
High Efficiency
EcoBoost option, CEE Tier: Tier II
Energy Consumption
Energy Factor: 3.20
Water Consumption
Water Factor: 3.0
Type
Washer
Subtype
Front Load Washer
Control Panel
Cycle Indicator Lights with Digital Time Remaining
Door Style
Left (Door Swing)
Drum Material
Stainless steel
Interior Light
Ramp-Up LED Lighting
Design Highlights
Drum lined with waves of steel bubbles (to keep laundry from wearing prematurely)
Control Type
Tap Touch
Wash Cycles
Normal, Heavy duty
Cycle Options
Pre Soak (20 minutes), Control Lock, Delay Start (Up to 12 hours)
Wash Cycle Count
12
Special Cycles
SteamClean option
Loading Method
Front Load
Load Type
Clothes
Steam Function
Yes
Washing Features
Steam Clean option
Noise Reduction Tech
Advanced Vibration Control: Dual Ball Balancer With 6 pt Suspension
Safety Features
Control lock
Voltage
120 V
Coin Operated?
No
Accessibility Features
ADA Height and Side and Front Reach Compliant