Kenmore Washers Reviews

I have a front load extra large capacity washer with sensors that determines load size and how long, strenuous or light the wash cycle will be. So far, I don't have to worry about what I am washing - heavily soiled items, denims, delicates or bulky linens, this washing machine has done a perfect job. Love it!

We have been a owner of Kenmore products over the year including the clothes washer and dryer. The earlier machines were never as good as our latest model. For the past ten years, our Kenmore set has been serving us well and hope to get another 10 years or more. The features on our washer is easy to understand and use. Very energy efficient and gentle on the clothes, just wish that Sears Canada had to go out of business.

It's a good washing machine, would recommend! It is built well and have reliable! Had a Maytag and it is on par with that machine! Had a Kenmore for over 20 years and only replaced the pump once! Fit and finish are always good and paint is always durable!,

Bought a top load washer from Sears almost twenty years ago. In that time I have replaced the dogs, brake and installed a rebuild transmission myself. All for under $150. It is still going strong today. Parts and repair videos were easy to find online. They don't make them like that anymore.

This HE washer is built like a truck and has been consistently reliable for the past nine years. It offers water settings from light to heavy loads with the options of extended spin and double rinse. There are five settings for water temperature from cold to very hot. It is quiet in operation and easy to clean. I have never needed a service call.

We installed our washing machine in 2001. It is still running great. We have had no repairs nor problems in that time. We wanted to update our laundry room but did not have the heart to throw out a good machine.

I have one old standard Kenmore washer that has been working and running w/ no issues. Easy to use. No problems. Had it for about 10 yrs now and still running. I think if it ever stops working I will stick to a standard one and not those new ones.

My 20 yr old Kenmore is still working!!! I would have to say that says a lot for the brand. It has all the standard features from 20 years ago. I have never had any service work done on it in the whole time I have owned it.

Kenmore washers have been in my house since I was a little boy. We would stuff clothes in it as much as we could. It never broke down. However it was chore we all could live with. Even when I went in the military and college I guess I was really because they were always there. I'm in the process now of looking for a stack rack model, I hope Kenmore makes them. Now that coronavirus is everywhere you look we dont get out as much. Friends have been suggesting that I could go online and place an order. I tell them I am the kind of person that likes to see and inspect the items I usually purchase. Ordering online I have had my personal dissatisfaction with product that are not as they seem once it gets to your home. The material are not what you see in the picture. That's why when I buy Kenmore I am confident about its quality and value.

Very disappointed for the price I pay and This washer machine is been fix several times already. Pay too much. I request Kenmore to replace the machine but no answer. I just have to pay a deductible of $75 to get it fix. Don’t buy this product.

Excellent washing machine. Many features with plenty of cycles. Had it for 11 years and have has no trouble. Never been serviced. It's an e machine which saves water and power. If it broke down today, I would buy another.

My Kenmore washer has been 100% reliable since I bought it, no warranty issues, no failures, at all. It will be 18 years old in August 2020. I am getting a little bit of surface rust underneath the bleach dispenser, but I will clean up and repaint the tiny rust spot this summer. I can't vouch for the new models, but mine has been perfect.

The machine is able to handle a lot of towels easily or bulky materials i.e. area rugs. Previous machine would not spin the water out, this one does a wonderful job. Practically have little drying time. Best machine overall from others I have purchased.

I really love Kenmore washing machines. They have a great variety of different styles. They also have great prices. They definitely were built to last, I would definitely recommend a Kenmore to everyone.

I’ve always had Kenmore appliances and they have never let me down. Other people I know with other brands, have almost always had a problem with their appliances. They end up having to replace them often and that’s never cheap. My last purchase was 2 yrs ago and I haven’t had a single problem. It thoroughly cleans my laundry and never had anything ruined by it.

I’ve had this washer machine for about 3 years. While it washes lightly soiled materials well, I do need to wash heavy soiled laundry multiple times. This machine has begun to accumulate a mildew smell. I have yet to identify the source of the smell. In addition, the trays where you pour your detergent, bleach and fabric softener fill with water after the wash. The only tray you can manually empty the access water is the detergent tray, this I feel everything else gets diluted. Overall it is an ok machine.

My first front loading washer and dryer set. It was amazing how well the spin cycle works and dries the clothes! Although the dryer is faster than the washer! Kenmore Elite is made by LG. Lastly it can update technician over the phone with Kenmore Connect!

After Only owning the Kenmore frontload washer I noticed that it developed A loud squeal while spinning. The Sears repair person tried to convince me that it was normal, but I did not agree. He finally took some of it apart and tightened various parts. I would not buy this machine again from Sears.

My washer has been very durable however the renewal of the warranty is not affordable. I love the washer chosen because of being old fashioned. It has the agitator inside. The control panel is also very easy and understandable.

Awesome well made product. I have all Kenmore products in my home. Their service Is excellent and techs are very knowledgeable and experienced. You call and they come to service their products in a timely manner.

Great washer, never had any complaints after 12 years of ownership! I would highly recommend purchasing this brand or Kenmore Elite. I found the key (start/stop) buttons to be very easy to maneuver and is very easy to clean inside and outside.

Front loader that fits in a small space but does large loads. Dial controls make it easy to use. Washers well and spin works very well. Has ability to have dryer stacked on top. 16 years old and no problems.

It's good on energy saving, the warranty is also good as well. The variety and selections are also good as well. The pricing is also reasonable for my budget and Kenmore is an company that has been around for years and has always been a good brand.

I do not use the machines myself, I do know my woman has them (Kenmore brands) for more than 15 yrs without any trouble. I find that to be very satisfying. Both machines have worked perfectly, longer than could have hoped for! I'm not rich, so that is helpful.

Design idea is great, however material quality needs a major improvement. Therefore a design mod is necessary. Rust at loading site and several repair calls to stop the balance issue with the tub. I like Kenmore products but made the mistake of going with their high end model a few years ago.

I have a Kenmore energy star, he washer, it is very efficient, reliable and one of the best washers I have ever owned. This wash machine is very easy to operate, with multiple settings. I am very happy with the extra large capacity size & clothes are always spun well. Also love the fact that it detects size/weight of wash & determines length of wash cycle.

Good, reliable machine. It cleans my clothes, and there is the ability to wash differently size loads. I have a choice of water temperatures, activity of washer and length of was washing time. It is a very excellent machine.

It was a front loading Kenmore washer bought from Sears. It started making a noise on the spin cycle and then something snapped inside and it would not do the final spin at all. No support from sears, no support from kenmore. They would not even bother to return our calls. We had to buy a new machine and throw away the old one. Please stop buying products from these two companies as both their product quality and after sales service are extremely poor. At this rate they will soon be joining other out of business companies of yesterday.

It is the Series 500 High Efficiency model. I bought it 3 years ago. It took forever to run a load. Shook during the spin cycle. Call to have it repaired and the service man said that is just how it operates. It shook so badly that the spin cycle completely stopped working. I had to buy a replacement 2 months ago.

My Kenmore is the most reliable machine I have ever owned. From tiny one or two piece loads to the stuffed sheets and blankets this Kenmore can be totally counted on to thoroughly clean and spins out so well it just doesn’t take long to dry. Love Kenmore. Sad about Sears.

When we bought the machine it had all the bells & whistles to include if there was a problem it would notify service. Most of these features never functioned and to have them repaired were extremely expensive. Therefore the fancy machine became a below basic machine that just did basic stuff. Not worth the money and won't buy Sears again. The appliance didn't last very long.

I have always bought Kenmore washers. This is my third and I always buy the basic one with the biggest capacity. This one was under $400.00. The best reason to buy Kenmore is it's from Sears and they stand behind their products.

I have had a Kenmore washer for at least fifteen years and the only thing that I just had to replace are the dogs. Just replaced the dogs last week for under five dollars. It was super easy. I would recommend a Kenmore washer because it works great, cleans clothes and bedding up to my winter comforter quite well, it's very dependable and it well worth the money.

Affordability, simplicity, and maintenance, all add to the experience of ownership. Works great. Really gets clothes clean. Energy efficient and durable, all the things I expect in such a important home essential.

It cleans pass expectation, timing is good and no problems -I truly don't have any other comments to make concerning this washer, except that it works and I'm glad I made a purchase for this machine, with so many other choices I could have made, glad I chose this one.

I have had my Kenmore HE2 Plus for several years. I bought it brand new and I have had to have it repaired twice but most times was a draining problem and once that was fixed it ran perfectly again. I also did not really pay a professional because the problem was simple enough for a friend to be able to repair.

I love my washing machine, it has been very dependable. In the future I probably would not buy a front loader again because of having to leave it open always. Sadly to say I do not even know if a person is still able to purchase a Kenmore machine.

I like the washer. The only complaint is it doesnt let you set the water level, other than that it does the job. Purchased at sears at one of their sales. Huge basket and you can wash bulky blankets and rugs.

I have had this washing machine for eighteen years and only needed one service call. It is used at least three times a week. It has the heavy duty as well as permanent press settings and second rinse and spin options. It has been a true work horse and is still working fine!

This has been the most dependable washer I've owned in quite awhile. It's just too sad that Kenmore appliances are not very popular since Sears has left the retail world. I was always a Sears/Kenmore customer for all of my major appliances purchases.

My 20+ year old Kenmore Washer was amazing! It was a top-loader that seemed to spin clothes to almost-dry making dryer time less. I recently replaced it with a Maytag front loader only because my dryer went & felt like I needed to keep equal sized/dated pairs. The Maytag is not all I hoped it would be. Needs a lot of cleaning maintenance where the Whirlpool stayed clean & fresh smelling.

This is my second Kenmore washer. The first one I had for 18 years and gave it away, still running well. This new washer I have had now for 7 years, with 2 moves and a family of 6, it’s still running almost like new.

We Always have been happy with Sears Kenmore Elite and they have lasted us for a long time. However We have not been able to find Kenmore at Lowe's or Home Depot. So if Selected to earn or win a washer I would like to have a front load washing machine. I studied the features and like features of the Whirlpool washing machine.

I purchased a Kenmore Elite front loading automatic washer model 796-4100. It's a washer and dryer in one. I purchased this one because there wasn't a way to install a vent for the dryer in the laundry room. I have owned Kenmore appliances my whole adult life. My parents only purchased Kenmore appliances. My washer broke in less than a year. It doesn't get overly used as it's only my daughter and I using it. The machine had the drain pump replaced, 2 motherboards just to mention a few. It was torturous trying to get it repaired. Hours and hours spent on the phone. I won't ever purchase another Kenmore appliance. Sta

It has lasted me longer than any other washing machine. It washes my clothes very clean. I repaired it one time in fifteen years. I also use other things from Kenmore. I have told other family members about my experience with Kenmore.

It's tough, easy to use and you get reliable usage out of this product, the name has been around for years and it's still going strong, one can still get the parts if you have problems, that a big plus.

Had my Kenmore Elite washer for 10 years now and it is still going strong. Have always enjoyed Kenmore appliances for reliability and endurance. Would definitely purchase Kenmore again. It has many features to meet all your washing needs. Clothes come out clean every time.

This model is my first front loader washing machine. I had heard of many problems with these but have only encountered one - if I don't religiously wipe the door inside and leave it open for a few hours, it develops a nasty sour smell. Otherwise, it does a good job of cleaning my clothes and uses a whole lot less water. I am still evaluating this machine but so far, so good.

I have had the lady Kenmore for over 30 years with only 2 minor repairs. They don't make them like this anymore. The new ones aren't built to last more than 10 years at the very most. They just keep washing & washing.

I love my Kenmore washer but after 5 years it Started to have problems so I was thinking of getting another kenmore washer. My mother had one and she loved it so that’s where I got my idea of getting mine.

The washing machine is good but it has features that are not really used and it would be easier if there were fewer options, for example, like the Deep Wash and the Heavy Duty could probably be merged into one if they are used for the same purpose.

Going on 30 years with both Kenmore washer and dryer. No problems(.) The washing machine very Reliable, no issues with any of the appliances. The washing machine is used daily and up to 4 times a day. Quality of the wash is great.

I purchased my Kenmore in the summer of 1999. I've never had a service call on it, and never had a problem with it. It cleans the clothes pretty well, but I wouldn't rate it as great. It's been a good purchase for the money, and has far outlasted the fancy name brands that some of my friends have. My biggest beef is that Sears insisted that the county in which I live adds a "permit charge," and therefore, my "good" deal went up significantly. I made the same mistake when I purchased a refrigerator and dishwasher from Sears. They charged me a permit charge. I later learned that there is no such thing.

Have had this machine longer than I have ever owned one and I do 3 or more loads a day. Prior to this one I had 2 others and they went in a matter of 6 years. It is important to buy quality appliances.

We like that it is a frontload washer and dryer. Also, you can stack the washer and dryer if you chose to. The amount of detergent we save is amazing. Kenmore is a name that you can depend on. We havent had any problems with either the washer or dryer.

This thing moans and groans. Washes really slow and takes your laundry hostage for quite some time, set it on hot and cold water comes out???? The dryer has flashing lights that don't mean a thing???? Kenmore has no customer service you can talk to???? Basically INFERIOR JUNK.

Have used on bi weekly basis for over six years with no problems. When ready to replace will try to get same brand. It is large enough for a couple or a small family. Very little maint so far. Price is very reasonable.

Over all it's been a good washer, we always leave the door open, but I did see some scum in the seal. It does shake quite a bit when spin cycle is going. It is nice to have a pedal stool under it for storage but the price of them is way too high so I got mine from my neighbor Joe, it didn't fit his so he was nice and gave it to me.

The front load washing machine is hard to keep clean. Lint and other debris gets trapped in the door seal and smells. Even though the door is wiped every time and the magnet is used (so the door doesn’t close fully) it still stinks. My towels always smell sour once they get wet again. I don’t think this is a Kenmore issue. I think it’s front loaders in general. My next washer will not be a front loader.

I've used a Kenmore washer as long I can remember, I've ways found it to be very durable, and will last until it's on it last leg, it is always my first choice. When I am looking for a reliable appliance, kenmore is the first to come to mind.

I have a Kenmore front load washer. It's about 10-15 years old now and has been a great washer. I had a service man come out one time when the inside rubber gasket tore, otherwise I've had no problems with it over the years. It has been very reliable. I leave the door open when I take the clothes out, even though I've never had moldy smell in my clothes. I usually wipe out the gasket (around the door) every so often, but not that often. The front paint ended up bubbling from spilled detergents over the years, but that's simply cosmetic. Those front panels are replaceable, but it doesn't bother me that much. I never thought this washer would be so good and last so long. Thanks Sears for a good quality appliance.

We have a Kenmore Series 600 Auto Load Sensing High Efficiency (HE) Low water washer which I am really not liking. It doesn't have a bar up the middle to move the clothes around and the water does not cover and soak the clothes. So there are only parts of the clothes that are getting washed. We have to rewash our clothes 3 and 4 different times to get them fully clean. I am NOT A FAN of HE Washers. I like Traditional ones better where the water flows and I can push the clothes down in the water....the middle agitator has always worked well. Why change something that works well all b/c it uses more water? More water, middle agitator bar, less secrecy is what I like.

Never had a problem with a Kenmore. Tried others but always went back to Kenmore. Also liked the fact you could call Sears service if needed. Easy to use without the instructions. Will always go to them because of past experience.

My washer makes a noise. It’s been repaired 2 times. I now need to buy new one. Mine is only 2 yrs old. I paid 1000.00 for it from Aaron's. Do not buy from a rent to own company. I’m very upset I’m on a fixed income at that.

True believer in Kenmore products. My Kenmore Front Loading HE 3 is over 25 years old and with the exception of routine maintenance, have never had any problems. Still cleans great. No rattling or noisy operation. Hate to one day have to retire it since the new washers today do not seem to impress me, especially with their costly price tags. Next washer will most likely be a Kenmore again.

Kenmore is of the best choice of washing and drying machines but they do not last thirty years like washers and dryers used too. I for one am in need of New washer and dryer but can not afford one at this time. Have stretched self repair to my limits.

My Kenmore washing machine is the best that I have owned, It doesn't have the center agitator, which allows more clothing to put in the tub. The quality of the wash clothing is great. To be able to put in over 5 cubic feet of material in the tub makes it so easy to wash blankets and comforters. So happy with this purchase!

I purchased my Kenmore Energy-Star Top Load machine in 2003. It has worked as a champ throughout all these years & goodness knows how many loads. I recently had to make a small repair on the agitator, to replace the broken cam dogs. That's it.. She's is up & working again, to champion through many washes to come. I pray I will never need to replace her, as I love my washing machine♡ The repair gentleman Mark even commented, on the fact that my washing machine, is in such excellent condition. Just a minor hiccup but, he felt confident, she will work well for several years/washes to come :)

I’ve had my Kenmore for about 10 years. I get it checked out through my maintenance agreement every two years. I’ve had very few problems with my washer. One was with my bleach add in tray that started to rust and the other was with the balancing of the washer to stop the knocking sound. Both problems were corrected and are no longer problems.

I was raised with a Kenmore washer and dryer, always in our home. My mom and dad started the tradition from my youth. When I got married, I got a Kenmore washer and dryer Of course with the changes within the Sears family, the service has changed but the quality remains. At one time my husband and I found a deal on a GE washer and dryer, it wound up being the worst purchase we ever made. I plan to stick with Kenmore.

Kenmore has always been good to me, it’s been a solid product with reasonable prices. Unfortunately, Sears has since been closed down so most likely will need to find another brand. I hope that manufacturers will be as sold as Kenmore has been. Thank you.

Sears Kenmore Washing Machines are very reliable, gets my clothes clean, and no breakdowns. I am very happy with the brand, and I have several other pieces of equipment with the Kenmore brand name. Thank you.

It seems the best Kenmores are the older ones. I was going to buy an newer one but heard from the service man that the older style I have is one of the best made. Non computer version. I guess like an old hot rod it runs best, if an EMP hits an older car and washing machine still works!

We really love our washing machine, never have any issues. He washes a big load of clothes. Gets them very clean and smelling fresh. Has plenty of wash cycles and choices. It is one of those that only uses very little electric. Energy saving.

Absolute piece of junk. This dumb washer was built WITHOUT a central agitator. Bad, bad idea since the clothes get all jumbled up to one side of the washer. Glad Sears isn't around any more in my town since they sold junk!

This model was the best one Sears had under the Kenmore label. It has a matching dryer which I also purchased. It is one of the newer low water washers which took some getting used to. Over time I have learned a lot in regard to what and what not to do in order to operate this machine as a high efficiency washer. When I mastered a few of the "mystery tricks" then this seemingly "monster washer" became my friendly servant. I learned by the various "wish-wash" sounds when the wash cycle needed a bit more water, and by redistributing the clothes up around the sides of the rim, more water would be added by the machine. Also, though it is a super heavy-duty washer, I've learned not to load it too full or it will keep going back to the rinse cycle (over and over) and never go forward to spin.

We bought our Kenmore washer and dryer several years ago and at the time, the combo set was very highly rated by Consumer Reports. As of this writing, they still perform well and have been doing a fine job these last few years. Occasionally, a stain my come after the wash (not sure how it occurs), but if you re-wash - the stain will come out. This is a rare occurrence, but most of the time the clothes come out of the wash fine and in good shape - also no issues with the dryer - these are stackable units and we do have them stacked to save space. There can be odors from time to time and one needs to clean out some fluid build-up from time to time to combat that, but there are directions on how to do that. Overall, very satisfied with both units.

I have owned my front loader for 18 years and it’s still running strong, I have never had an issue with it and will definitely buy this brand again. It is very user friendly and I can only imagine how the new models are.

After 30 years with previous Kenmore washing machine we decided to purchase a kenmore as a replacement. We did not need something that was real high tech so we went with a basic machine that did what we needed at a very competitive price.

The Elite series washer and dryer set are priced pretty high however I am in an area without many choices. The machines' operations are good however it is difficult to read the selections to choose from for setting the mode. I would recommend this pair.

Efficient, economical quality value and dependability! I would recommend this mfg. to all who need a washing machine or a dryer. I would recommend the dryer also for the same reasons as the washing machine.

Horrendous customer service. Installation done incorrectly. Salesman only cared about the sale and made guarantees that did not occur. The washing machine is of good quality but is very difficult to clean as parts that are visibly dirty cannot be reached. Would never go Kenmore again.

I find my Kenmore to be generally reliable and efficient. I don't believe that it gives the best wash results but I find them satisfactory. For the money I think it is acceptable. My primary concern is that even when I pre-treat different articles of clothing it doesn't seem to make much difference. I suspect that there are washers that would produce better results but are out of my price range to purchase.

I have had my Kenmore for 21 years and it has required only 2 repairs. The first one was at year 18. It is an amazing product. Reliable and dependable. The repairman advised me to keep it forever and just repair it as needed.

I have had Kenmore washers and dryers for years, have a ten+ year old set in one house and two four year old sets in another house and an apartment, they just keep on running...When they "retire" I will replace them with a new set of Kenmore appliances....

Our machine is an older model, but it handles everything I pack it with! When it's time to replace it, I will definitely consider the company. My clothing comes out clean, and the songs are straightforward.

Our machines so far have lasted for 18 years with no problems. They have done the job, worked well and have not required any repairs. What more can you ask from a washer and dryer.

We've purchased Kenmore appliances for years and have always found them to be competitively priced and reliable. Our washer, dryer and dishwasher have been used time and again and we've never had a problem with any of them. We've also purchased other brands through Sears that have also been reliable.

Two weeks after I received the washer, it stopped adding water. The repair man came out and put a new part on it and it worked for another week. Then it stopped draining water. The repair man came out again and said he had to order parts, as these were not kept in stock. When he finally finished with the repairs, he said that I had a new machine again, as he replaced everything including the motor. He told me that it would have been cheaper if the Company would have just replaced it.

I wanted a washing machine that was efficient - easy to program - EZ to load and unload - had multiple options - and was QUIET. Those requirements have been fulfilled. It has also been trouble free. I especially like the stainless steel tub. The SPIN cycle is effective and QUIET. The machine does not 'walk' - 'hop' as some older models had a tendency to do.

Good delivery from Sears. Great product so far. Very quiet and washes thoroughly. Large capacity for 10 or more pairs of men's jeans which came out squeaky clean. Also using double rinse. Love these features.

This machine has lasted for more than 15 years with very little maintenance needed. I plan on purchasing this machine again. We have a family of 7 which means that this machine is always in use. It is simple to use and takes care of all of our expected needs.

The only issue is that it is a front loader and requires routine cleaning of the door seal. Other than that very pleased with the cleaning function and how quiet this unit is. Most of our cleaning done with cold water. The Kenmore Unit is model 26 81282 which is manufactured by LG for Sears.

This is an HE, top loader, without agitator machine. It has no presoak cycle and I miss having one. Additionally it has no softener dispenser. It came with a softener ball which got lost with the passing of time. Had I more shopping time I would have not purchased this machine. On a positive note, it has been reliable and in ten years has had only one repair.

My washing machine has been completely reliable and faithful servant for many years. It has performed flawlessly and done its job as intended without fail. I would highly recommend this product. That's about all I have to say.

This machine was bought from Sears years ago and still going strong, replaced the heating coil, but other than.. that it still runs well. I have had it over 10 years, best purchase ever, always have stuck with Kenmore, well made washing machine.

My new washer broke after about 2 months and took another 2 months to repair due to lousy repairman and Sears warranty being worthless. I do not recommend any of their products. It took 3 attempts to find out the entire interior washer basin needed to be replaced. Now working fine but my gripe is even with warranty protection there were not enough certified repair people and it got farmed out to a repair company that was substandard.

HORRIBLE! Hate this machine. Water level is minimal. Can't adjust water level. Must rinse twice. 1 hour & half to wash. Always leaves spots. Wish I never bought it. Not a good product.

We purchased our front loading washer in 2011, and it has not needed any repair and/or maintenance since then, nor does it now! It handles all of our clothes, bedding and other things. We wish all of our appliances were as reliable as this washer.

My washing machine is very basic, but gets the job done. Several parts have went bad and I had to replace them. The thing I do not like the most is sometimes the agitator lifts a little allowing the laundry to slip under it and putting several holes in whatever is in it.

We need to bring the old school back! They’re more stronger and efficient!. Unlike the new brand who’s trying to copy home appliances Kenmore goes beyond the expectations as far as how it gets the job done and how durable it is!

Easy front loading and has a feature where the door stays open a few inches for odor control. Quiet, uses less water and has a lot of cycles to chose from. Easy to add soap and fabric softener to the reservoir.

My first washer/dryer set was a Kenmore. They lasted me 28+ years before the washer died. I bought a new Kenmore Elite set that has a large enough capacity for all types of bedding, mattress covers, quilts, etc. It uses "HE" soap, doesn't require much. Takes longer to wash, but saves on water. I was told that washers lasting anywhere near what the older ones did are a thing of the past. The new ones, if you're lucky, will last 8 years. Mine is currently 2.5 years old, so I'll have to wait and see. Definitely would recommend Kenmore.

Mine is a front load washer. This Kenmore is great. The clothes always come out clean. Easy to use with many great options. The only maintenance required is to leave the door ajar and wipe off the inside of the door seal maybe once a month. We run a load every day and never had any issues. I would highly recommend.

I bought this unit in November 2018. Within a week I k e I was not happy with it. I should have returned n.j dd it right away but really needed a washer/dryer. #1 it is extremely noisy. I call customer service and they sent somebody to come look at it. He even call the tech while he was here and let him listen. He ordered a new clutch ut. It didn't help and told me that is just the way it was. Then I realized just how user unfiendly it is. You have to start filling it, stop it to put detergent in, start again then stop to put clothes in. Then you have to pay attention to when the rinse cycle starts. Stop again to put the fabric softener in. If you don't catch it you are screwed and have to do a rinse and spin cycle!!! I hate this machine and will never buy another Kenmore! If I could sell it I would and get something else. Very unhappy customer. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS MACHINE!

I purchased a Kenmore front loader washing machine on 11 July 2019. The machine broke down on 24 December 2019. I called and they sent a repair tech on 27 December. Parts needed to be ordered. After waiting a few weeks I called to ask what the hold up was? I was told the parts were on back order and should arrive shortly. I called again after waiting another week. Told they didn’t have any idea when the parts would arrive. I called the warranty department and got the run around. Then I was told the part would arrive on 21 January. Nothing. When I called the warranty department on the 22 they told me either the part would arrive on 27 January or I was entitled to a new machine. Nothing.

I purchased my Kenmore Heavy-Duty washer and dryer set the next week available after I got married in Feb 1976 (seventy-six). That makes it about mid-March 1976. Here now in Jan 2020 I can truthfully say that I never had one speck of trouble from the set until now when the washer stopped draining. Having a Sears repairman respond to fix the problem revealed that it cannot be repaired. I must now try to find another Kenmore Washer. Admittedly, I did not use it on any routine regularity and once not used at all when in an apartment without a hookup for a couple years. But, I suspect I won't need it to last as many as 44 more years since I'm now 73 years old. It worked just great for me!

Kenmore 600s is garbage. Would give zero stars if I could. This washer twists your clothes so bad they are stretched and ruined. I’ve tried all the scenarios given by Kenmore and same thing. If you do a deep fill it will cut down on twist but clothes don’t agitate and come out just as dirty as they went in but now just wet. Deep fill negates the water saving feature claimed by kenmore. If you run a normal wash with same clothes, 10 tee shirts, the shirts on the top just sit there and don’t agitate through the wash. Then I was told that’s too big a load. Really??!! So I can only wash 5 tee shirts at a time, at 1hr intervals, to keep from twisting and get them washed with the water saving feature you advertise??

Purchased a Kenmore Elite Washer & Dryer on Dec. 13, 2019. One week later I got water damage to my laundry room cabinets and drywall due to water leaking from the steam hose connected to the dryer. Still haven’t heard back from the Sears Insurance company and my laundry room smells like mildew and mold now. They think it’s the hose from the appliance? The washing machine is okay but started to make a funny noise when it starts and the speed cycle takes forever to finish. I was scared to keep these products even though I purchased a five year warranty.

I bought a Kenmore Series 200 brand new from a Sears Store 4 months ago. It worked great for maybe a month then it started not filling with water or it won’t spin. I called the Sears service center for a solution and she couldn’t tell me if it was still under warranty or not before she sent a technician out. My warranty depends if the technician decides it is a manufacturer error. And then he charges me $99 to tell me that. The representative told me I should have checked out my BRAND NEW appliance with a fine tooth comb when I brought it home! I am done with Kenmore. I have always bought Kenmore appliances. Never again!

After 7 months from the Kenmore 3 year warranty, the washer is rapidly rusting and chipping, on the top and under portion, in-between the detergent cup and bleach cup. The warranty for 'cosmetic' was 3 years. When the tech came out to the house, he stated and proceeded to put in writing to Sears, this was not covered. The tech took pictures to back my complaint. The pictures never made it attached to the service order that Customer solutions department had received. The Customer Solutions representative, located in the Philippines, proceeded to tell me, I was not covered. The representative told me, "he was only there to take my information"; the representative CONFIRMED, Sears is aware of the problem and is NOT doing anything about the problem for their customers. Customer Solutions, DID NOT offer any type of solution.

I hate, hate, hate this washer! I have found the fastest, most reliable way to use this washer is to only use the normal/casual cycle. If there is ever an inbalance, EVER, you are screwed. The washer asks you to rebalance the wet load after which it adds MORE water which causes the load to remain unbalanced asking you to rebalance the load to which it adds EVEN MORE ** water, and on and on and on. The only solution is to take out all the clothes and hand wring them. There is no spin only cycle only rinse and spin. What kind of machine doesn't have a spin only cycle? This POS! You can tell the designers have never done a load of laundry. The first time this happened it took 5 hours for one load. As I write I'm trying to wash a winter jacket. It's taken 3 hours and I've resorted to stomping out the water in the shower before I put it in the dryer. As for the length of a wash cycle, don't count on washing more than one load per day. There isn't time for more.

Bought KENMORE ELITE 5.3 FRONT LOADING WASHING MACHINE from Sears in Nov 2018. After about the 10 load it made the sound of a hammer hitting it. LOUD! Only my wife & I live here and use it, roughly 20-24 loads per month. The loud banging happened about 4 times. Then began, and still continuing a "shuddering" noise when adding water to a wash cycle. At the end of July a SEARS TECH come out & replace both hot & cold LG intake valves. NO RESOLVE.

We bought top loading high efficiency low water washer SN C54547545 in July 2016. It took a lot longer to wash a load. This year 2019 it started acting strange. The clothes were too wet and I’d drain/spin again. Checked the troubleshooting section-nothing worked. My husband put clothes in dryer while I was out and the load was too heavy, causing my dryer to burn up. Now I’m looking to buy both. Washers should last longer than 3 years!

I bought my Kenmore Elite Calypso 18 years ago. I can say until last week I have never had an issue not one. I was shocked to hear about the lawsuit. I loved mine but the parts are hard to come by. RIP.

I purchased a Kenmore He Washer, stainless steel drum, in 2019. Can I say I hate this washer? Because I do. I have always purchase appliances from Sears and have been pleased. Because of just a few months with this washer, I will never purchase another appliance, of any type, from Sears again. The washer does not fill with any temperature other than extra hot and cold. Washing on extra hot adds one hour to the wash time. Setting the temp to warm or hot yields cold water only. The service tech, sent by Sears, was rude, incompetent and clueless. Couldn't fix anything regarding the temps. Clothes come out ridiculously wrinkled, no matter the water temp or spin level. I have never had to iron clothes with any previous washers. This is a junk machine. Don't buy any He washers from Sears. TERRIBLE!!!!

Bought a KENMORE washer 41983.410 December 2017. That's less than two years. Broke down last week. They want $560 to fix it. Shouldn't they last longer than that. Just bought another for $1200. Mad as Hell.

I purchased this washing machine and it needed servicing within the first few months. So did the matching dryer. The washing machine is a top load model which I thought would be like the old models and clean the clothes better. I was very wrong. It doesn't even agitate the clothes, they just sit in the wash bin and don't even move. There is nothing in the centre of the drum to move the clothes during the wash cycle. The drum moves slightly during the wash cycel but there isn't enough movement to move the clothing. The bin doesn't fill up with enough water to properly clean the clothes and as a result, the clothes don't get rinsed properly either.

I'm among the hundreds of thousands of owners that have experienced the poor design these machines have. (Google F35 error and you'll see listings for several youtube videos which have thousands of views explaining the problem with these washers). There is a pressure sensor that is notorious for generating bad pressure reading and generating the dreaded "SUDS" and F35 error codes requiring frequent replacement of this $150 sensor. Poor engineering, or perhaps a scheme to generate recurring part sales. I will NEVER again buy a Kenmore product.

We purchased this washer/dryer combo about 2 years ago and I have never been happy. MY clothes do not come out clean, only "refreshed". The tank never fills with enough water to clean anything. The clothes get wet and flop around. I wash very small loads and I have to wash dishcloths and kitchen towels 2 or 3 times. This is not saving water. Every few weeks, I boil my dishcloths and kitchen on the stove to get them clean. I called for service and was told that this was the way this washer worked. I have been happy in the past with Kenmore appliances, but not this time. I am going to replace this 2 year old washer soon.

Terrible Washer and Lack of Service - Lexington SC. Purchased this washer from Sears in August 2018. It is a terrible washing machine leaving clothes dirty while taking an inordinate length of time. In addition, it has torn clothes and linens to shreds absolutely destroying the items. I have spoken with Sears' service on numerous occasions and they have refused to send anyone to even look at the washer. I have been lied to by service techs over the phone telling me the machine does not have the "features" that the owner's manual itself says it has such as setting the water level based on its "load sensing" technology. I have watched routinely the machine run WITHOUT ANY WATER in the washtub at all. I do not mean not enough water but NO WATER! This is the last item I EVER purchase from Sears. They do not stand behind the product. They have lied to me. They will not service the washer or honor the warranty. And out of pocket ~$2000!!!!

I love my Kenmore washer and dryer. The washer offers the perfect amount of options. My clothes always come out clean. In addition, the spin cycle is awesome. I find the clothes (especially towels) take much less time in the dryer. I would highly recommend any/all Kenmore products.

Ok so this is a love-hate relationship with this machine. Great for water management but it seems either fill it completely or a small load w/ little water there is no medium or in between. If I have a large load I put it on deep fill and everything is nice and clean. Auto loads are useless unless a very small load. White setting bulky setting all seem the same. A medium load which is most of my laundry needs. Forget it. Be prepared to add water. On auto only the bottom clothes are saturated and washed and if you use a powder forget about it. It’s either full water wash or very small. There is no in between w/ this washer. Bummer.

This washer throws the drive belt at least once per month! When it does it has to be laid over and all the water ends up on the floor and a huge mess not to mention having to put the belt back on! Never buy a series 500 or any other Kenmore with this type belt drive! Kenmore was no help, they got their money.

This washer was bought because Kenmore is a trusted brand and it was affordable. It’s a top loader. Simple stains don’t come out, the agitator is very slow and doesn’t grasp all the clothes and the water doesn’t fill beyond your clothing. Wouldn’t recommend.

I purchased a stackable Kenmore 41761733. It was off balance and unusable after 3 months. It worked only off and on after having to drip dry laundry and wait 24 hours to see if machine would complete a spin cycle without being off balance again. I waited for 4 afternoons for Sears Kenmore repair person. The guy showed up only one of the four appt times and said he needed to replace the motherboard with a refurbished part but he wouldn't recommend a refurbished part. His other answer was to try to sell me a five year Sears warranty 4 times the amount of any other store, yet is was still under the 1 year manufacture warranty. The service call center are overseas and it is awful. Sears store washed their hands of it because I didn't buy an overprice Sears warranty. I finally gave up and purchased a LG new machine.

Please, DO NOT buy this washer no matter how cheap in price you find it. It continues to add minutes to the wash where it takes 1 1/2-2 1/2 hours PER wash. Clothes comes out with white streaks that look like powder detergent is stuck on them when I use only liquid detergent. Water saver means not enough water to cover the clothes. The deep fill option is only available at some settings as for bulk loads. Even using this setting some clothes come out dry. I will never purchase a machine water saver or without an agitator because the clothes don’t circulate. This is a piece of 800.00 junk. I would love to throw it out and buy a simple washer that works faster and gets clothes clean. Please, do not buy it or you too will be writing a negative review and be angry at yourself for thinking those other negative reviews were maybe customers not using the machine properly and maybe adding too much detergent. When in reality the machine is a piece of crap.

My Kenmore washer broke down in 1/2017. I paid a Sears technician $99 to come and tell me that a $600 washer required a $1400 repair. I discarded that washer and purchased a new Kenmore washer in 2/2017 for ~$600. In a little over two years, the new washer began to leak water with every wash to the point of flooding the house and making the washer not useful. The washer is getting used by 2 people who use it for usual clothes/sheets washes for a family of two.

I started using this machine Oct 23, 2018 (the date we moved into our newly built home). We purchased an entire home full of appliances including the water softener from Sears. The washer worked ok for about 3 mos before I started calling service. It's still under the 1 yr warranty and I purchased the 3 yrs warranty too. At first they "help" you over the phone, "too much deter, not HE, not the right kind of deter, too much fabric softener, can't use fabric softener, clean it with bleach, clean with vinegar, clean with A-Fresh, your water is too hard, it's because you have a water softener, etc, etc!"

Bought a Kenmore washer in 2017. Installed by Sears staff. Washer made noise and bounced around since day 1. Called Sears service several times and the repair person came out and looked at it and said the problem was probably the floor so on both occasions they put pads under the feet of the washer. Last time I provided the pads as the man did not have any so he said maybe a jar gripper would do. So he inserted them under the washer. Never did he use a leveler to see if the washer was level or check anything inside the washer. So it seemed the pads made a little difference but the shaking and moving continued but not as bad. And I got used to the noise. But now here in 2019 it started getting more noisy and continued to shake and move more. Since I had a family member ill and then died I had no time in the beginning of the year to have someone come out. So I called them last week and they said they would charge me so much.

We purchased a Kenmore Elite front load washer and dryer combo (592-493040) from Sears about 5 years ago - cost well over 2500$. A visually beautiful Tango Red plus the matching bases. This was a mistake. As a retired couple the machines have had once a week use. Last week the washer started to smoke after the spin cycle and make loud off balance drum noises. The repair outfit just told me that the washer will cost over 750$ to repair and was made in Korea by another manufacturer for Sears/Kenmore. To get six years out of an expensive high end washer is consumer abuse. More fool me... Sears Canada has closed, the extended warranty no longer honored. It seems we bought a Lada disguised as a Ferrari. Advice: Stay away from Kenmore products! (Irony is my 95 year old mother has a top load Kenmore that has been chugging along reliably for 25+ years). What happened to the legendary reliability of the Kenmore product line?

Top-loading High efficiency low-water washer, model #110.2713*410, series 600S. This washer has a deep fill option which you can only use on a few cycles. Machine does not cover clothes enough to clean them even on deep fill. There is no agitator but rather a wash plate which does not move the load well. The manual states it is normal for some items to be above the water line. The truth is most of the items are above the water line and remain that way for the duration of the cycle. For heavier items it is necessary to stop the washer during a cycle and rotate them manually. I would not recommend it.

I bought the front load washer and dryer. They are both large capacity machines which is great. However the washer begins molding within the first few uses unless we leave the door open after use. It also collects coins, hair clips and a wide variety of items in the pump and lines which caused its replacement the first year. Will never purchase another front load washer. The Dryer has been wonderful, but we have had to replace the heating coils after two years. Dries a large load very quickly though.

Machine at times sounds horrible. Called repair and they claimed, that is the way it is. The nature of the beast. When it stops, get a new one. Unfortunately, my parents' machines were still motoring well over 20 years! I have their gas dryer which is over forty years old! Too bad, I listened to my wife, she bought a new one because of appearance!!!

Kenmore Series 100 HE, Worse washer ever! It doesn't get your clothes clean, sometimes not even getting them all wet! Rugs, blankets, etc, don't even think about it. The tub is supposed to fill by sensing your load size, but it never gets full enough, you can't do a full load at one time, the clothes are still dirty, there are dry spots that haven't even seen the water. You have to put your detergent in the bottom because if you throw it on top, guess what? It's still there in all it's soggy streaky glory when the washer stops, along with all the lint, hair and whatever was on your clothes when you tossed them into the washer. I could do a better job pounding my clothes with a rock...

No matter what settings or detergent or how much detergent I use this washer leaves my clothing with lint, white streaks, and stains. It will not even remove the white residue from my deodorant. I hate it. I have to wash loads 2 or 3 times and the loads take 1 hour and 43 minutes to complete. Such a waste of money.

My washer is 19 years old. I had one repair to the barrel for 180.00 which is not anything to complain about in all that time. I only paid 250.00 for it when I bought it. I had problems with the dryer from the moment it got it. I had to have it repaired 280.00 but since then I had worked perfectly. I only paid 225.00 and I got it with the washer.

I bought this washer and dryer set less than a year ago from Sears, first mistake. The dryer works okay however the washer is a piece of junk. The water doesn't fill higher than the clothes. My clothes never come out clean, it's very inefficient because we have to re-wash the clothes so I end up using more water and detergent. I wish I could attach pictures.

It has done a lot of washes some overload but keeps on ticking, whilst doing a pretty good job of getting all the clothes clean. We have had this last machine for ten years, or more so we have no complaints. Yes we would buy another new one when the time comes, depending on the deals a sizable at the time.

Bought Sears Kenmore Elite refrigerator about 3 years ago. One of worst purchases we ever made!!!! Shelves rusted after 6 months & refrigerator totally crapped out a few weeks ago. Customer service was non-existent. Not hard to figure out why Sears is a has-been company on the brink of collapse! Will not purchase another appliance from Sears...E-V-E-R!!!!

After only 2 years it... DIED! Bearing crapped out. Repairman stated all companies make appliances that die in 2-3 years or COST TOO MUCH to repair. There goes an $800 washer. I suggest paying double for a Speed Queen or Bosch or just buy the extended warranty and make the company pay for a new one when it fails!

I purchased this top load Kenmore series 700 washer from Sears less than a year ago. I thought purchasing a washer that saved water was environmentally conscious; however, to my surprise I ended up using more water trying to get laundry clean. Not only does this washer not CLEAN your clothes it is not reliable on a day to day basis. I ended up running clothes thru 2 cycles just to get them clean. Water barely covers clothes even on deep fill setting. It often gets becomes unleveled from drum tying clothes in knots and now it's not running at all! This is the epitome of inefficiency. I do not recommend this product to anyone. I am usually very easy to please but Kenmore has tarnished its name with this machine. I gave it a one star rating because that was the lowest available but I would have given it 0 stars had that been an option.

Both work very well and provide multiple options for what is being wash then dried. The clean mode on the washer is convenient. The time and temperature setting provides a viable option to the other settings.

Without an agitator the clothes do not come clean. Dah, I should have thought of that before I bought it, I know an appliance repair guy that his wife even got rid of her agitatorless machine. That's how bad they are.

No agitator; it’s water saver; therefore, clothes come out looking dingy and spotted. The dryer has never worked on the “hot” cycle. I have to do 2 cycles to have the clothes coming out of the dryer looking “dry”.

We purchased the Kenmore water/energy efficient washer and we wash on either room temperature or warm water. Laundry most of the time come out not as expected with unclean chocolate stains as an example. Also, we were told by Kenmore that we have to run the express cycle (Very hot water) with vinegar in the detergent pocket to remove residual detergent and to improve the washer ability to clean even normal day to day stains. We are not happy with our purchase. Another aspect that made us unhappy is the annual PM included in a 5 year warranty (paid extra) that often the subcontractor is sending washer-untrained technicians to perform the PM.

The washer we bought is one of their cheapest so I didn't expect it to be great and it's not. We bought it a few years ago and now starting to have problems. It bangs a lot and while looking up info for fix it yourself I found a lot of complaints about the washer I have.

I had to replace my old one and chose this one as a replacement. I love the added features this one has over the old one. The automatic water level saves A LOT of hot water use. Being able to designate what type of wash I need done is also a bonus.

I have had this Kenmore gas (Whirlpool) dryer since 1986! 3 years ago I had to replace the motor, so along with that I replaced the drum belt, rollers and igniter. Parts are readily available and being handy I did all the work. People seem to discard large appliances without even seeing if they can be repaired.

I've had my Kenmore super duty set since my mom bought them in 1996 for me. I've used them for everything from delicate lace tablecloths to dirty grungy overalls that all came out clean and in great shape. The super duty was needed due to king size bedspread and blankets needing washed. This set has never been serviced because they've never broken down. I once replaced the foil tube that takes lint outside but that's it. Just clean it after use and it works fantastic. I've looked at others but mine are the best and wouldn't get rid of them for any new one. All the wash cycles work great. The extra large tub makes for easy washing of big items. This set was the best investment ever made and I love it. Got to run. Another load just buzzed.

Bought the top of the line Kenmore Elite front loader 2017. Worst purchase I ever made! Have tried every tip for getting the clothes to smell good. I spend more time cleaning the machine and over washing clothes than I ever have. I have used every laundry detergent. From the first day the towels stink. Tried baking soda, washing machine cleaners, using less cleaner and adding scented beads. Calling customer service was a joke. Every time they told me to try something or clean the cleanout drain. I told them I already had. They could care less. I curse this machine every time I use it. As soon as water hits a clean towel it smells like it just came out of the hamper. If you go in the Sears store and open up the machine smell inside the front loader. That is what your towels will smell like.

I purchased a lot of Sears appliances and I had extended warranties and then Sears went out of business in Colorado. There is a Sears Store in Grand Junction, but I am 200 miles from there and even though they have a Sears person who fixes their items, he won't come this far. So I am SOL. It's terribly difficult to have a repairman come to fix any Sears item, therefore I would not recommend anything by Sears.

In over 14 years of usage of approximately 4-5 loads per week, the door latch gizmo went out twice and the control panel twice. Washer washes really well. Being the HT model must not use too much detergent. Gas dryer dries great. Overall the brand (Kenmore) is not bad. I know there are newer ones out with lots of gadgets but I'm not a fan of these. I need a few cycles to cover most typical usage and these are great for that.

Mechanically, the machine works fine. Design wise, the agitator does not do a very good job. As a result, a large load does not get agitated very well. I am often forced to split loads in order to get clothes clean.

This washer was in a 4-year-old house we recently bought. It is a top loader and looks to have been new when the house was built. The washer's latest shenanigan was to flash the sensing light after it had filled. Information on the internet said to press the pause/start button. So, I did and the machine drained the full tub of water! In addition, I cannot be sure that it has rinsed the clothes, because sometimes it just spins very slowly while squirting a small amount of water on the clothes. Sometimes, the tub fills and actually rinses. This stupid thing takes an hour to wash a load of clothes! What in heaven's name is that? It surely isn't saving me any time or energy. We're going to look for something else tomorrow.

Washer does not rinse clothes completely. Takes 2 cycles to get the clothes completely rinsed and the soap out. Have adjusted the amount of soap used with the same results. Very disappointed with the Kenmore line.

Previously owned a Kenmore Elite 4 washing machine and loved it but finally needed to get a new washer. Went with another Kenmore Elite, model #796.41482410. It does have a “clean washer” setting but it does not work so I use other methods to get the moldy smell out of the washer, plus I wipe the tube out and the rubber ring around the door as they get buildup on them. This is something I never had to do with my original washer. We do clean the filter by draining any excess water and cleaning the filter but the filter never has anything on it. All in all we just don’t feel like it washes as well as our old one which I would take back in a heartbeat. Wish I could have returned this one but we’re stuck with this one for a while.

W & D are at least ten plus years old. Not a single problem ever. Only time I had an issue with the washer was when I got sidetracked and filled it TWICE with detergent and the bubbles came out around the lid. User issue not the washer’s fault.

Now considering replacement as continued use over 8 years necessitates a new unit. Washer leaks through the front door, have to keep a towel on floor. Lint in dryer builds up too fast and is hard to clean. Sears now closed doors, no manufacturing agent available.

We purchased top of the line Kenmore washer and dryer, although the wash is good, every new towel that was washed and dried have been ruined, they look like they went thru a war. This set has stainless steel inserts about 2 years old.

It does not put enough water in even when I run it on the more water setting. Sometimes not all laundry gets wet. It does not spin out very well either. I always thought that you buy a Kenmore, you bought quality. Not anymore.

My Kenmore Calypso is 14 years old. No work EVER done on it. If it broke down tomorrow I cannot complain. My appliance repairman came out to work on my ice maker and he said I must be the only pet on planet Earth that has not had a problem with that washer but again no problems. My dryer is a Whirlpool with knobs. No electronics, it is 10 years old electric dryer. No problems ever.

This washer is promoted as a large load, energy-efficient design. If you put more than half a load the washer spins so out of control that it shakes my whole 2 story house. Then it starts the rinse cycle again and drains in an attempt to even out the load. One time I let it progress to 10 extra cycles until I could not take it anymore and had to unplug, empty clothes wet, ring out by hand and then put in the dryer. The fact there has not been a recall or a buyback program is a joke. Whatever engineer designed, tested and put this to market should be ashamed of themselves.

I only had one problem with washer. A leaking component in the front middle needed to be replaced after warranty expired. Cost about $135.00. Still works great after 22 years. No problems with the dryer.

Washer mod 600 18 years old, only problem, had to put a weight on lid to it from stopping. Did this for several weeks and then it corrected itself and no problems since. This was 2 yrs ago. Dryer mod 400 12 yrs old, no problems at all.

Doesn't drain used water completely leaving sticky, smelly residue in wash after it is dried. To remedy this a prewash without clothes included is required -- very wasteful of water I think. This will be the major consideration at time of purchasing another washer in future. This problem was diagnosed by a sales person on discussion of wash results. I resorted to going to a laundromat outside my home combined with my grocery shopping for large wash load. It has made my washer last longer.

I have no complaints other than it doesn't control lint as well as the old one did. Overall it's pretty good. I pre-soak bad stains and it does a good job of washing them out. It hasn't asked yet but this is a stacker washer dryer unit...about 15 years old now.

Our machine cleans clothes well, uses little water, runs quiet, and can handle large loads. I especially like the bedding cycle, and the ability to stop the wash cycle to add extra clothing as well as the many other cycle options for different kinds of wash loads.

Bought on 2002 Kenmore Elite Front load 1st Generation, continues to work well. Only a few minor repairs. Would buy the same pair again if still available. Has more than adequate controls, actually only need one or two but there are options to use occasionally. No negatives other than cannot be replaced.

I just purchased my Kenmore January 27, 2019. The soak button is odd and does not really do me any good but I had a horrible experience with LG so I am holding out hope for this new washer.

I find that they are of a good quality with a fair price. My washer and dryer are plain white suitable appliances that work well. No frills. That's what I wanted. I've had them for probably eight years now and have not had any problems.

It looks great & is a top loader & is a huge washer but the clothes don't get clean. I have to use the extra rinse cycle each time to use enough water I think. Also, it started rusting around the bleach input area (?). Never in my 66 years have I seen that & I've had about 4 washers in my marriage. This one is the Kenmore Elite. UGH never again purchasing a Kenmore, this was pricey & horrid!! We bought the matching dryer as well and it hasn't worked correctly either. Always bought Kenmore products over the years from Sears. These were the worst! I didn't get the front loaders, because they say they had an odor, so this was the next best thing in our opinions. What a mistake. Like I said, never again! This was worth saying twice... Never again!

Kenmore has some amazing products that will not disappoint. I’ve purchased the washer and dryer and they lasted 15 years or more with a minimum repairs. My laundry is clean the first time and my dryer gets the job done. Kenmore is the only purchase I would make for my laundry needs and my kitchen needs... Excellent.

We bought this washer dryer set back in 2014. My stepdaughter overloaded our old washer and burned it up. So there we were no way to wash the clothes. Sorry did not pay the bills. So I went out and purchased this set for 1700.00.

The detergent and softener tray is difficult to open almost to the point that it might break. Also, the softener section isn't very clean after use. Seems like it takes a long time to finish per load even when on express selection.

I have had this washer fixed twice. It doesn’t clean as well. I get frustrated...no more insurance for machine. Will check which wash is better next time. I bought the soap which is recommended for the washer and still get frustrated.

The purchase of my kitchen suite and laundry set were a great value. I purchased my Kenmore Elite Appliances at the Sears store in San Bruno, Ca. I have had the appliances for a couple of years now and have not experienced any problems nor repairs. I live with a chef and she has thoroughly enjoyed the kitchen suite.

Over 11 years, I have generally replace with Washer Belt & the Dryer Belt - while that only being it! The website after purchasing from Sears is fully also helpful, and personally including higher assistance for saving additional values.

Nothing but Kenmore in our home! Never fails to provide great service! That includes the kitchen, service porch, vacuum. You name it and we have it. Sears, please don't close! Where and what would we do without you? The well running of our home depends on you!

We switched from a front loader to top load, because we continued to have odors coming from our front load washer that we could not get rid of. We chose the top load with agitator, since we wanted to get back to the type of washing machine we have previously had, and liked. The water level on this machine is very low, even when choosing the high fill option, thus the agitator is nearly worthless, and the clothes do not get clean. To top it all off, we still have a musty odor coming from our washer, even when we leave the top door open. We are not at all happy with our purchase of the Kenmore 600S, 20372 washing machine.

Clothes do not stay white. There is not enough water to clean. Mold started almost immediately on the rubber lining. I was told to leave the door open after each wash! Something new and white only lasts a few weeks before it turns grey. We have a water softener so our water is pure. I have you use very little soap in this newly designed washer. The printing came off the front panel after a few months. It is not covered under warranty. I can’t wait to get rid of this machine. Alas, all washers are made the same.

Kenmore which is made by Whirlpool was nothing but troublesome. First the motor and transmission had to be misaligned as the rubber insert in the drive motor coupling had to be replaced frequently. With no way to properly align the motor with the transmission I started buying the rubber inserts 3 at a time to keep them on hand as needed. Second the timer selector switch assembly had to be replaced twice. The third was I had to replace the complete suspension. That was it. Time to start looking for something other than a Kenmore/Whirlpool before something else breaks.

My washer doesn't ring out water. Extra water smells like mold in your clothes. I wouldn't recommend this washer and the dryer kept blowing out. Kenmore washer with the side face is not a good product at all.

Front load large capacity washer is still going strong after almost 15 years. Only issue is mold buildup behind the rubber gasket that is difficult to clean. Does a great job of cleaning. The dryer lasted only 7 or 8 years. Circuit board started on fire a year after the recall expired. Replaced with an LG dryer that is great.

I cannot do a large load in my Kenmore washing machine and the dryer has to be started twice to dry clothes. If a pillow is in the washing machine I have to spin it twice to drain the water.

Kenmore is superb. Works beautifully and trouble free. Excellent warranty. Clothes wash beautifully. Machine simple to use. Great design. Quiet operation. Sears service is outstanding. Sears sales staff very courteous, helpful and knowledgeable.

After using top load washers all my life. My wife and I decided to upgrade to a new set of Kenmore front loader, and matching dryer. This has to be slowest washer ever, with an average load size being an hour or more. Stinks like mildew all the, and we follow manufacturer cleaning instructions. We even leave the door fully open when not in use. Does not get the clothes clean, even at tiny load sizes. We have never loaded it over half full, and not compressed. We've had them for about 4 months now and I wish we still had our old worn out top loader back. Even though the dryer does fine, I would never recommend this washer to anyone.

My washer and dryer are 20 years old. I have always trusted the brand and they have always have done a great job. They clean every time. I have grandchildren and children that have played all kinds of sports and have always done a great job of cleaning.

Machine was delivered by Sears in 1990 and has sat patiently, and diligently cleaning my clothes, without any maintenance or repairs since that time. That would be 28 years. Every single feature works as well as the day it was delivered.

I'm single so don't do more than two loads per week. The simple Kenmore top load washer and flat back dryer is more than adequate for my needs: easy manual controls (temp, size, delicate vs. normal vs. heavy for the washer, temp, dryness, time for the dryer). If you're not doing many loads of laundry or you don't care if they're basic white, they are a good buy.

I need more than 8 inches of water & that is the deep fill. Sheets often are partly dry, because they don't get under the water. I have the 600s washer. Thought I could do larger loads. Sorry folks you can't. No water saver here, a second rinse is always necessary & sometimes a third. You guessed it. No water!

A front load Kenmore that came with the house we recently bought. It is just Ok and not very clear about several issues such as how much liquid soap to put in the dispenser. Several times it appears to leave the clothes too wet and needs additional spins.

I found a really good price on the pair. Although it doesn't sing and dance like some of the expensive models, it works just fine. I have had the pair for about 5 years with no problems. I like the chemical dispenser which is in the right place and easy to pop out and stick in the dishwasher.

I bought my washer and dryer about 9 yrs ago. They were working fine until last year. I needed a new heating coil on the dryer and a great service man came and fixed it. I got a service contract after that and had some issues with the washer but because of the contract it was fixed with no additional cost. I’m trying to keep them as I’m worried about how the new ones are made.

The washer was 7 yrs old. Now the Kenmore Dryer isnt drying completely. Have to use Heavy duty extra time because home warranty (rip off) refuses to fix Kenmore machines. The washer was replaced 3 mos ago. We bought Maytag. Love it. Theyre pretty reliable from past experiences... With the possibility of my beloved Sears going out of business Im steering away from Kenmore. That make me sad.

Have these units (Kenmore Washers) for over 10 years. Have Sears protection policy. In year 2 dryer failed. They could not fix and gave me a brand new dryer! Covered under Sears "Cap 10" protection agreement. Cost is about $500 a year. If they can not repair in 4 tries they give you a new unit!

I probably paid more than I should have for the washer & dryer. We have relatives who bought LG washer & dryer similar to our Kenmore that cost about $500.00 less. We bought Kenmore because I thought if we ever needed parts or service we wouldn't have any problems getting them.

We have never had a single problem with our set of Kenmores. We did not buy the top of the line more of the bottom line, no bells and whistle. The settings are easy to read and turn knobs too, I'm blind/low vision and markings are bold enough for me to see. Baskets are more than big enough to handle all of our washing loads. No extra settings to cluster the facial plates with settings we will never use. Bleach trough in the right place and easy to pour into, big enough to hold recommended amount, softener container in the middle easy to get to, softener lid can be a little hard to get off if you cut your fingernails too short. Product and price was right, have had for 5 years no service calls, bought a set for daughter.

The noise level associated with the continued use of both units has increased over time. The noise is a disturbance caused by repeated imbalance issues. Its performance has become somewhat more of a hassle than a benefit.

High Efficiency how? The washer runs 2x as long and have to (at least) double rinse every load to get HE soap residue off the clothes. It probably uses less water but takes twice as long to do a load.