Bosch Nexxt 500 Plus WFMC5301UC

Pros: Large capacity, tilted drum, great ergonomics, energy efficient, quiet, conveniently green, made in USA

Cons: Optional pedestal disproportionately expensive

The Bottom Line: If you appreciate an intelligent design and excellent quality and performance, look no further for your new front loader.

Review: Backstory Last year when our home hit its 20 year mark we began to notice that our appliances were starting to fade. Our GE Dishwasher finally gave up the ghost after we had nursed it along for a year. Our Kenmore Top Loading Washing ...

Pros: Range of cycle options, easy to use dials, buttons.

Cons: 2 hour soak, only.

The Bottom Line: Recommended. Excellent cleaning results for wide range of clothes. Saves drying time.

Review: Wow! Time warp! I just traded my top-loader for a front-loader and what a huge difference. My best advice is to take the time to fully review the manual because of all the bells and whistles. I am using most of the features, and love that this ...

Pros: Quality reputation, Energy Efficient, Quiet, Gets the clothes really clean.

Cons: None

The Bottom Line: I love it! It works as expected, is very quiet for such a high spin cycle (1100 RPM) and has lowered our gas bill.

Review: I purchased the Bosch 500 plus Series Nexxt Washer after reviewing Consumer Reports and consulting Epionions.com. I was replacing a 15 year old Kenmore top loading washing machine. Originally, I was considering the LG front load washer, a Kenmore front ...

Pros: Delayed start! Quiet operation. Very large capacity, great cleaning. Can wash a queen size quilt.

Cons: mildew smell, it can be fixed by leaving the soap lid up when not used.

The Bottom Line: This is well worth the investment, it is awesome!

Review: I bought the washer and dryer about 3 years ago. I have had no problems with either one. I love the delay start feature. It makes doing laundry while working full time much easier. I get home just as the washer is finishing, throw the clothes in the ...

Pros: Low Water Use.  Powerful extraction.  Good Capacity.  Control placement.  Easy load and unload.

Cons: Heavy.  Long cycles.  Solid foundation is needed.

Review: I have had the machine for about 4 weeks.  Unit is installed on Tile Floor over crawlspace.  I adjusted the level a couple of days after installation and enthusiastic shaking during spin cycle is now gone.  Unit must sit squarely on all 4 ...

Pros: Decent features, quiet during wash cycle, gets clothes clean

Cons: Noisy during spin cycle if placed on stands

Review: I really like my Bosch washer/dryer combo. This was the first front loader I've purchased, and I'm impressed. Clothes come out clean everytime. I love the extra sanitary feature that will heat water hotter than the hot water coming out of your tank. ...

Pros: I love it! Easy to use, does a great job, works with with delicates, etc.

Cons: No "rinse only" cycle. 1-2 times seemed to not get all items uniformly wet.

Review: I read the pros and cons and asked my dealer about the vibration complaints. These are shipped by container ship from Germany. There are large bolts to keep them stable and not move during transit. they MUST be removed during installation or you'll ...

Pros: clean, quiet. little water usage, veriable spin cycle from 1200 to 800 rpm

Cons: not yet,

Review: We purchased last week and delivered on Saturday 20 2008.First day my wife she 3 large loads. What I noticed:- very quiet during washing cycle, and spin cycle.- use very little water - we have own water system and septic- easy to operate, ...

Pros: quiet, clothes are clean

Cons: clothes get tangled

The Bottom Line: It is a little pricey... I bought mine in tandem with dented dryer, so I got a pretty good deal.

Review: I bought these machines in February (washer and dryer) and decided to wait a little while before I wrote a review. I didn't want to post a review while I was still in the honeymoon phase. So far, I like the washing machine a lot. There weren't many ...

Pros: looks pretty

Cons: to loud, has mildew odor, deteriorating seal after a short time

The Bottom Line: I would not purchase this machine. For the amount of money you are investing, there are better options out there.

Review: I did not like this washer and ended up having to return it. I purchased the washer/dryer set and had problems w/both pieces (see dryer review for more info). Any one problem alone might not have caused me to return it, but it was the cumulative ...