Frigidaire Washing Machines

Asking what you want

Frigidaire washing machines have a lot to offer although if you are in the market for a new washing machine, the amount of choices available to you can be dizzying.

Their thought isn’t just to make great products but understand what the customer wants – which is a good philosophy.

Founded in 1914 they span a huge 90 year history and have become America’s third biggest household manufacturer.

They only entered into the laundry market in 1947 just after the Second World War, but since then have increased their range dramatically!

They have a huge selection of machines to choose from, especially front loaders.

These affordable machines are sure to meet your expectation. There affinity models come with what is known as an “i wash” and “i care” feature. This state of the art technology automatically customizes the laundry load in order to better clean the clothes.

Specs at a glance

13 Cycles / 3.81 Affinity $650 - $950

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFS4473LW Affinity Classic Washer 3.81 Cu. Ft. star ratings
 
• Style: 3.81 cu ft, white, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls:
• Cleaning: 1300 rpm, 5 temperature settings,
• Cycles: 13 wash cyles, 4 speciality cycles, Ready Steam,
• Features: TimeWise® Technology, Vibration Control System, NSF® Certified, Largest Capacity in its Class

10 Cycles / 3.81 Affinity $629 - $999

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFS4272LA Affinity Classic 3. 81 Cu. Ft star ratings
 
• Style: 3.81 cu. ft. capacity, Silver, 27 inchs, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls: Dgital
• Cleaning: 1200 rpm, Ready Steam, Fresh Water Rinse Option, 5 temperatures
• Cycles: 10,
• Features: TimeWise® Technology, Vibration Control System, NSF® Certified

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFS4272LR Affinity Classic Washer 3.81 Cu. Ft. star ratings
 
• Style: 3.81 cu. ft. capacity, Red, 27 inchs, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls:
• Cleaning: 1200 rpm, Fresh Water Rinse Option, 5 temperatures
• Cycles: 10, Ready Steam
• Features: TimeWise® Technology, Vibration Control System, NSF® Certified

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFS4272LN Affinity Classic Washer 3.81 Cu. Ft. star ratings
 
• Style: 3.81 cu. ft. , blue, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls: digital,
• Cleaning: 1200 rpm, 5 temperatures,
• Cycles: 10 wash cycles, steam, Fresh Water Rinse Option, allergen cycle, quick wash
• Features: Vibration Control System, TimeWise® Technology

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFS4272LW Affinity Classic White Washer 3.81 Cu Ft star ratings
 
• Style: 3.81 cu. ft. , white, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls: digital,
• Cleaning: 1200 rpm, 5 temperatures,
• Cycles: 10 wash cycles, steam, Fresh Water Rinse Option, allergen cycle, quick wash
• Features: Vibration Control System, TimeWise® Technology

7 Cycles / 3.65 Affinity $526 - $745

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFW4011LB Affinity Classic Washer 3.65 cu ft star ratings
 
• Style: 3.65 cu. Ft, black, 27" W x 30-1/2" D x 36" H
• Controls: digital,
• Cleaning: 1100 rpm,
• Cycles: 7 cycles, Fresh Water Rinse
• Features: TimeWise Technology, Vibration Control System, add a garment, save settings, delay start,

10 Cycles / 3.5 cu ft $710

 FTF2140FE  washer FTF2140FE capacity washer 10-Cycle 3.5 cu.ft star ratings
 
• Style: front loading, COLORS: classic black, classic white, WEIGHT: 204 Lbs., OTHER: stainless steel tub
• Cleaning: SPEED: 950 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.5 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 4 temperature levels 
• Cycles: 10 Wash cycles ( incl. Heavy , Whites, Normal/Casual , Quick, Delicates, Hand Wash , Rinse and Spin, Spin Only ) 
• Features: up to 8 hrs delay start, electronic controls, energy star qualified, SOUND: SilentDesign 


7 Cycles / 3.5 cu ft $480 - $799

 FAFW3517KW  washer FAFW3517KW frontload washer 7 Wash cycles 3.5 cu. feet star ratings
 
• Style: front loading, COLORS: classic black, classic blue, classic red, classic white, SHIPPING WEIGHT: 220 Lbs., OTHER: stainless steel tub
• Cleaning: SPEED: 1050 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.5 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 4 temperature levels 
• Cycles: 7 Wash cycles ( incl. Heavy , Whites, Normal/Casual , Quick, Delicates, Hand Wash , Spin Only ) 
• Features: up to 14 hrs delay start, express-select controls, stainless steel tub, timewise technology, SOUND: SilentDesign 


 FAFW3574KW  washer FAFW3574KW frontload washer 7 Wash cycles 3.5 cu. feet star ratings
 
• Style: front loading, COLORS: classic black, classsic blue, classic red, classic silver, classic white, SHIPPING WEIGHT: 220 Lbs., OTHER: stainless steel tub
• Cleaning: SPEED: 1050 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.5 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 temperature levels 
• Cycles: 7 Wash cycles ( incl. Heavy , Whites, Normal/Casual , Quick, Delicates, Hand Wash , Spin Only ) 
• Features: up to 14 hrs delay start, energy saver option, express-select controls, timewise technology, SOUND: SilentDesign 


 FTF2140FE  washer FAFW3577KN Affinity Front Load Washer 3.5 Cu. Ft. star ratings
 
• Style: 3.5 cu. ft., blue, stainless steel,
• Controls: digital and knobs, 4 status indicators,
• Cleaning: 1100 rpm, 5 spin speeds, water heater, 5 temperatures,
• Cycles: 7 Wash Cycles, 17 Options, 3 soil levels,
• Features: energy saver, delay start, add a garment, time remaining,

5 Cycles / 3.26 cu ft $480 - $660

 FTF2140FE  washer FAFW3801LW Affinity Classic Washer 3.26 cu ft star ratings
 
• Style: 3.26 cu. ft., white,
• Controls: digital, Express-Select Controls
• Cleaning: 1100 rpm,
• Cycles: 5 cycles, Fresh Water Rinse
• Features: TimeWise Technology, Vibration Control System, delay start, save settings, add a garment,

5 Cycles / 3.0 cu ft $349

 FTW3014KW  washer FTW3014KW topload washer 5 wash cycles 3.0 cu ft star ratings
 
• Style: front loading, COLOR: classic white
• Cleaning: SPEED: 600 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.0 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 3 temperature levels 
• Cycles: 5 Wash cycles ( incl. Whites, Normal/Casual , Hand Wash , Delicates, Prewash ) 
• Features: advanse rinse technology, PowerPlus clean, SOUND: sound package


Overview

Frigidaire offers a nice selection of top loading washing machines. The machines have some nice features, such as the fabric softener dispenser, which delivers the fabric softener automatically at just the right time in the wash cycle.

These washers use Frigidaire’s patented Sure-Spin suspension system that ensures maximum water removal without the machine walking or stopping from becoming unbalanced.

There are also water level and temperature controls so that you can set the load to your exact size and temperature needs, which can save a great deal on water and electricity costs.

The Titan 25 washtub is made of 100% recyclable material and will provide a lifetime of top performance.

Frigidaire Top Load Models Overview

The Gallery Series model GLWS1749F S top loader offers all of the above plus a number of excellent features.

It is a Load Saver Super Capacity Plus washer, which means fewer loads. With a dual action agitator and seventeen cycles to choose from, this machine offers settings for almost every type of wash you could need.

There are four selectable wash/rinse combinations as well. The washer has soak and prewash cycles, as well as dispensers for bleach and fabric softener.

There are four selectable speeds for agitating and spinning and there is even an option for extra rinse. This model also has the Sound Silencer Plus system, which ensures a very quiet wash cycle.

The Gallery Series model GLWS1439F S is another of the super capacity top loading washers. Like the previous model, this washer has the dual agitators and bleach and fabric softener dispensers.

This model has 14 wash cycles and 3 wash/rinse combinations. It features soak and prewash cycles and has a hand wash setting.

There are two agitate and spin speed combinations and the water level is still variable. This machine has the standard Frigidaire Sound Silencer system.

The Frigidaire FWS933F S model is closer to your basic top loading machine, while still providing a high quality wash.

It is still a Super Capacity Plus machine, and does still have the bleach and fabric softener dispensers. There are 9 cycles to choose from and 3 wash/rinse combinations.

There are 3 settings for water level as well. It is a very functional machine, but without all of the frills and extra features.

Frigidaire Front Load Washers Overview

For front loading washers, Frigidaire has some excellent models available as well. Frigidaire is actually the top manufacturer of front loading washing machines.

While costlier to purchase, these machines do save money on water and electricity costs, around $150 dollars per year.

These washers do not have an agitator, relying instead on tumbling action to wash your clothes, which is reported to help your clothes last longer, and spins more water out so that your clothes will dry much faster.

The front loading machines also have a larger capacity, and can save up to 8,000 gallons of water per year versus their top loading counterparts.

Their iWash Intelligent Fabric Care system customizes each load to make sure that your clothes get the best cleaning possible every time.

SilentDesign makes sure that the washer is quiet enough to do laundry anytime without disturbing other members of your household.

The king size capacity of these washers means that you can do two loads of laundry in one machine, saving both time and electricity.

Finally, the Load and Go system automatically determines your load size to dispense the right amounts of detergent, bleach, and fabric softener at just the right time.

Frigidaire popular models at a glance

Frigidaire Affinity Series Overview

The first model we will look at is from the Frigidaire Affinity series. It is model ATF8000F E. It features a stainless steel wash drum with drum light, electronic controls, and an integral heater.

With 7 wash cycles and 4 auto temperature selections, this is one of the higher end front loaders. It also has 5 wash/rinse temperature selections and status lights that let you know where in the wash cycle you currently are.

It has a signal for the end of the cycle that can be turned on and off as well as options for the soil level of the laundry. It has advanced rinse technology and has extra rinse and extended spin options.

There is an optional delayed start in case you want to program the washer to work while you are away or sleeping and the washer has an indicator that lets you know how long is left until your wash is complete.

With a control lock and a light to indicate when the door is locked, this washer is loaded with features, and has a chrome trim.

There is also an optional pedestal available. Also in the affinity series is the ATF7000F G, which features all of the same options as the 8000 model but without the chrome trim. This washer also has an optional pedestal that can be purchased.

The Affinity ATF6000FS is similar still to the other two models, but lacks the chrome trim of the 8000 and the drum light available on both of the newer models.

Ther Gallery Series Overview

The gallery series front loader GLE/GQ2152E S has a lot of the same features as the Affinity series, but lacks the iWash fabric care system. This washer features electronic controls and 14 wash cycles, along with 3 auto temperature settings and 4 wash/rinse temperature settings.

There are still cycle status lights, the end of cycle signal, and the soil level options, as well as the extra rinse and extra spin options. The start delay is only 12 hours instead of the 14 on the Affinity models, and the washer still tells you how long is left until completion.

There is still a control lock and a door lock indicator light. This is a slightly lesser machine than the Affinity series, but is still packed with options.

Frigidaire Washers Final Thought

All in all, the feedback from customers on all of these machines is actually pretty good. With the top loaders, the main drawback seen by consumers is the noise level.

There are some complaints about unbalanced loads and premature rust on the Gallery models, but the amount of positive feedback is outstanding. With the front loading models, the chief complaint is the price.

People who were able to find models on sale or with rebates actually had few complaints, the washers seem to be quite reliable and many customers are astounded by how quickly their clothes dry after using these washers.

All in all, Frigidaire seems to make a very reliable and high quality washer, whether you choose top or front loading.


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