Then check our washing machine ratings for details on over 180 agitator top-loaders, HE top-loaders, front-loaders, and compact machines. 1. They’re Not the Best at Cleaning, but They’re Good ...

After just three years, my wish came true. The new washing machine gave up the ghost. This is when I discovered, "They don't make 'em like they used to," as the guy at the appliance store said.

Old-fashioned washing machines come with other benefits, too, such as durable and long-lasting materials, simpler parts, and functions that make them easier to use and fix in some cases.

You’ll see more than 100 agitator top-loaders, HE top-loaders, and front-loaders in our washing machine ratings. These three agitator top-loaders rank lowest of all washers we tested.