General Electric washing machines, whether the top loading or front loading machines, have one of the largest capacity loaders on the market.
This means less time doing laundry, which is a must for the modern day person.
One of the reasons of the lower cost is much of the manufacturing is done in China.
Lower costs don't mean you’re getting less features because this company is all about value.
History of GE
The first electric washer was introduced into America about 1900. GE opened the first industrial research and development laboratory in the United States. The company started in ones man backyard - it was in the backyard of scientist Charles Steinmetz with his three employees.
Specs at a glance
Profile with Steam $1000
These are high-end, front-loading washers. Boasting multiple cycles, sensors and automatic washing technology in a large capacity washer equipped with steam cleaning options, there’s almost nothing these can’t do!
You can store months’ worth of detergent right inside the washer – pick it all up on sale! The washer will automatically calculate how much to use for each load and warn you when you’re running low. With an excellent “Luxury Quiet Package” installed by default, these washers can be run at any time of day, and feature a delayed start option, programmable up to 24 hours in advance.
GE’s Steam Assist feature allows you to penetrate even heavy fabrics to dissolve tough stains, and the Steam Fresh option helps keep your clothes wrinkle-free and reduces odours – just in case you forget your laundry in the fully-automated machine overnight. You don’t need to worry too much about the time of day, though, as these washers run whisper-quiet and all boast the Energy Star award.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
these are BIG washers, probably unsuited to apartment or condo life, despite the low noise factor.
In addition, this lineup’s large capacity makes it more suitable for larger families or those with a LOT of laundry to do.
Lastly, there are no soak settings to be found, so you’ll have to remember to start the washer manually if you’d like to let your clothes soak before washing. Lastly, these washers aren’t cheap – be prepared to spend well over $1,000.
WPDH8900JMG washer 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, champagne, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 225 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, SteamRefresh, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector SystemTechnology
WPDH8900JMV washer with Steam 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, champagne, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 225 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, SteamRefresh, Steam Assist, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector
WPDH8900JWW washer with Steam (White) 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: champagne, white, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 225 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, Steam Assist, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector SystemTechnology
Profile $935 - $1,175
hese are high-end, front-loading washers. Boasting multiple cycles, sensors and automatic washing technology in a large capacity washer equipped with steam cleaning options, there’s almost nothing these can’t do!
You can store months’ worth of detergent right inside the washer – pick it all up on sale! The washer will automatically calculate how much to use for each load and warn you when you’re running low. With an excellent “Luxury Quiet Package” installed by default, these washers can be run at any time of day, and feature a delayed start option, programmable up to 24 hours in advance.
GE’s Steam Assist feature allows you to penetrate even heavy fabrics to dissolve tough stains, and the Steam Fresh option helps keep your clothes wrinkle-free and reduces odours – just in case you forget your laundry in the fully-automated machine overnight. You don’t need to worry too much about the time of day, though, as these washers run whisper-quiet and all boast the Energy Star award.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
these are BIG washers, probably unsuited to apartment or condo life, despite the low noise factor.
In addition, this lineup’s large capacity makes it more suitable for larger families or those with a LOT of laundry to do.
Lastly, there are no soak settings to be found, so you’ll have to remember to start the washer manually if you’d like to let your clothes soak before washing. Lastly, these washers aren’t cheap – be prepared to spend well over $1,000.
WPDH8800JMV washer ( Vermillion Red ) 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: champagne, white, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 250 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, Steam Assist, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector SystemTechnology
WPDH8800JMG washer ( Champagne ) 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: champagne, white, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 250 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, Steam Assist, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector SystemTechnology
WPDH8800JWW washer (White) 4.2 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: champagne, white, vermillion red, WEIGHT: 225 Lbs., OTHER: tilted stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1300 rpm, CAPACITY: 4.2 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: Multiple / Specialty Wash Cycles • Features: up to 24 hrs delay start, energy star qualified, CleanSpeak Communication, Steam Assist, SmartDispense Technology, H2ition Wash System, Stain Inspector SystemTechnology
GE Front Loading Washers
These come in a range of sizes, from 2.6 to 4.0 cubic feet, making them a great fit for many consumers, from singles to small families. A selection of noise reduction packages is available on these models, which reportedly run fairly quietly no matter which package you choose. A wide selection of wash cycles makes these machines useful for all kinds of laundry.
Like most GE washers, their front-loading models are Energy Star qualified, and some models offer automatic water level optimization. With a delayed-start feature standard on these washers, your utility bill bay actually decrease with the use of these washers – reports indicate that they use very little water, and you can set the already-efficient washer to run during off-peak electricity periods without worrying about waking the family or neighbours.
Speaking of family – many of these washers come equipped with child-lock doors; this is a great feature if you’ve got young children in the house. GE top-loading washers are available in many different colour schemes.
WSSH300GWW washer 10 Wash Cycles 3.5 Cu. Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, WEIGHT: 213 Lbs., OTHER: 3 tray dispensers, stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 950 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.5 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 4 • Cycles: 10 Wash Cycles ( Incl. Stain Wash, Speed Wash, Drain and Spin, 2nd Rinse ) • Features: up to 8 hrs delay start, enegy star qualified, Automatic Water Levels, Timed dispensers, Fixed End-Of-Cycle Signal, SOUND: Standard Noise Package
WSXH208HWW washer 8 Wash Cycles 3.1 Cu. Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, WEIGHT: 232 Lbs., OTHER: 3 tray dispensers, stainless steel wash drum • Cleaning: SPEED: 850 rpm, CAPACITY: 3.1 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 4, PerfecTemp • Cycles: 8 Wash Cycles ( Incl. # Cottons with Heavy Soil, Medium Soil and Light Soil, Easy Care with Medium Soil/Permanent Press, Delicate/Ultra Care, Pre-Wash ) • Features: up to 18 hrs delay start, enegy star qualified, Timed Dispensers, Fixed End-Of-Cycle Signal, Leveling Legs with Rear Rollers, SOUND: Standard Noise Reduction
Small Capacity - 2.6 cu ft $719 - $799
WCVH4800KWW washer 10 Wash Cycles 2.6 Cu. Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, metallic silver, WEIGHT: 155 Lbs., OTHER: stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1400 rpm, CAPACITY: 2.6 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5, PerfecTemp • Cycles: 10 Wash Cycles • Features: up to 18 hrs delay start, enegy star qualified, Adaptive Logic system, HyroMotion, HydroHeater, SOUND: Deluxe Quiet
WCVH4815KMS washer 10 Wash Cycles 2.6 Cu Ft. • Style: front loading, COLORS: white, metallic silver, WEIGHT: 155 Lbs., OTHER: stainless steel wash basket • Cleaning: SPEED: 1400 rpm, CAPACITY: 2.6 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: 5 • Cycles: 10 Wash Cycles • Features: up to 18 hrs delay start, enegy star qualified, HyroMotion, HydroHeater, SOUND: Deluxe Quiet
GE Top Loaders at a Glance
there is truly a wide range of options here. GE’s top-loaders’ capacities vary from 3.2 to 4.0 cubic feet, making them a good choice for families with long laundry lists. For the most part, these washers are only available in white, and offer fewer features than GE’s pricier lines. That being said, most models offer noise reduction technology and a good selection of wash and rinse cycles to get the best clean for most fabrics.
These models, like most GE washers, bear the Energy Star rating – but will use a good deal more water than their front-loading counterparts, even the ones equipped with GE’s “RainShower Rinse System”. GE top-loading washers offer a standard delayed-start feature, with only a few exceptions.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
Customers report a good deal of vibration coming from these machines – nothing problematic, but note that if noise is an issue, these may not be the washers for you!
Additionally, some customers think that these washers take an unusually long time to wash a load of clothes.
Lastly, these medium-efficiency washers, while economically priced up to midrange, might cost you a lot to use in the long run. Although these are great machines, if your budget can handle it you may want to look at more efficient models to avoid this.
There are a wide range of washer and dryer models from GE, and the prices reflect this range. A washer from General Electronics is expected to be anywhere from $600 to $1200, depending on the size and its list of features.
The prices and features may differ but what makes all these washers truly stand out from GE are the efficiency, performance, and convenience that they offer.
What does efficiency mean in a GE Washing Machines? It helps the consumer save energy and water. This can be a very wise investment considering frequent and long-term use.
What does performance mean in a GE products? They are able to deliver the service that is expected: clean laundry after every wash.
What makes a GE washer convenient to use? Because of the large capacity of their washers, users will only have to go through a few loads before finishing up. There are front-load washers and top-load washing units. Consumers can pick what is more convenient to their space and more meticulous for their laundry needs.
GE washers are divided into different series. Each has washer models that comply to the trademark design of the series, which is determined according to the washers' built. Here are the series:
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