The 5.3 cu. ft. top load high-efficiency washer by Maytag is energy star compliant and has a solid reputation and is quite popular. Its features include PowerWash feature that features higher cleaning action to remove pesky stains with one of the best agitators available, sanitize wash cycle that kills germs, and delay start means you can multi-task easily. This is one of the best rated and most popular washers available. The rare complaint usually mentions cleaning settings.
Washer Score
Overall Score: 9.6/10
Customer Satisfaction: 9.6/10
Price Value: 9.1/10
Features: 9.1/10
Cleaning Power: 9.1/10
Energy Efficiency: 9.1/10
Maytag MVWB835DW Washer Customer Reviews
Eco Friendly
We received these as a house warming gift, the set together. The washer and dryer are extremely spacious and can fit so many clothes/bed sheets/towels. You can wash your whole bed sheet set in one wash. I love that the design and technology allow the machines to sense the amount of clothes itself and knows exactly how much water to use and how much drying time is needed. You end up saving energy and in turn, cost. They are very large machines, so make sue you measure your space in your laundry area before purchasing. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Love it SO MUCH!!!!
I absolutely LOVE this new Maytag. I'm way behind the times and have not had a new washer for 15 years. So, this is a treat!!! Clothes come out cleaner than I have ever experienced, and the spin is so strong that cottons only take a short while to dry. The only thing that I do not like....is that the clothes seem to be more wrinkled coming out of the washer. But, that's a small issue since most of my stuff goes into the dryer. I do just love this machine, and was leery with no agitator (just used to one my whole 66 years I guess). But, so very pleased.
Great Washer!
We had our previous Maytag washer for 20 years, so when it was time to purchase a new one, Maytag was the obvious choice. We have had our new machine for about a month and we love it. It's so large that we are able to do all our family of 4's laundry in 1/2 the time. Not to mention our king sized comforter and bedding with no issues. The water sensing feature is great! From the smallest load to the largest load, it provides the exact correct amount of water. The machine is quiet and has so many different features to accommodate whatever your washing need. Definitely will stick with Maytag. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Easy to Use
My old washer was a Maytag and hadn't given me any problems. So when I decided that it was time to buy a new one, I knew that I wanted another Maytag. I have had it for about a month and have found that it is very user friendly and gets the job done. If I had one complaint it would be that it is noisy when the washer drains. The self cleaning feature was one of the reasons that I chose this model. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Nice washer
This washer is HUGE and holds twice what my last one did. Hint: if you don't replace the dryer with the same capacity, you may have to dry in two loads. It is large enough for comforters and blankets, but you may need a stool to get to the bottom of the deep tub. It's quiet and sounds an alarm once when it's finished. So far I have no complaints about this washer. It's done everything it advertised. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Amazing in size & performance
I had my washer delivered right after Christmas and literally use it everyday and couldn't be happier! I have a couple kids who are in extra curricular activities so my laundry basket is forever full. This machine can fit so much in compared to my other washer that I can get clothes done in a load a day. Not only can I add more clothes in a load because I picked a top loader but also my clothes practically come out dry after they spin them out! My mom is 70 years old and hates technology but this system in simple and she has not complained yet whend over and using it! Just all around a good purchase, super pleased! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Massive Tub
We've had this machine for about a month now and with a family of five, it is used virtually daily. The tub is absolutely huge and has been able to handle everything we've thrown at it from full loads of jeans to bedding including the kids comforters. If you read the directions and guide to the numerous cycles and options everything comes out clean and smelling great. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Works great!!!!
Quite pleased vs. LG we had that never worked correctly and LG used excuses until warranty ran out. Would be even better, if possible, if quieter when spin drying/removing water during spin cycle. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
I've been considering what washer to buy for years. I knew that front loading washers did a bette...
I've been considering what washer to buy for years. I knew that front loading washers did a better job of cleaning but had the drawback of developing seal leakage. I've always had good experience with the old Maytag machines but was looking for an ecofriendly washer so I was very happy to see a high efficiency Maytag. It has a HUGE capacity and can handle our bed comforter easily. Even though it's larger it uses less energy than the smaller machines I looked at. I have also noticed how clean my clothes are. I didn't realize they could get this clean! To top it off, as a top-loader, I don't have to worry about door seal leakage. The only down side, if you could call it that, is that the drum is so big and I am so small I have to really stretch to reach the bottom clothes.
Great features
I bought this product 2 weeks ago and I am completely satisfied with my purchase [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
We LOVE it:)
We love this machine! We bought this after owning a front loader (another high end brand), that we owned for years and could not stand. We love the fact that the cylces are shorter and that it does not shake the entire house during any spin cycle - especially during the final spin. We would highly recommend this washer to anyone and are sorry that we didn't buy the dryer to match. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
With a family of 7 laundry was never-ending! This machine cuts our laundry time to a third of the...
With a family of 7 laundry was never-ending! This machine cuts our laundry time to a third of the time it used to take and our clothes are CLEAN!!! After reading the reviews on the machine prior to purchase, we figured as long as operating instructions are followed as stated in the manual we would be ok! And, it is better than just ok, it's been GREAT so far! I have no complaints! Beware however, these machines (washer and dryer) are HUGE! Much larger than your average machine so be sure you have the space before making the purchase! If you are considering this pair, DO NOT let the negative reviews detour your decision. You will not be disappointed!
We have only had this machine a few days but I can tell you I'm very impressed. I bought this mac...
We have only had this machine a few days but I can tell you I'm very impressed. I bought this machine because of the name. After purchasing the washer I went home and looked up reviews which is contrary to what I would normally do. After reading the reviews online I was nevous. There are plenty of negitive reviews. I have to be honest I almost called and cancelled the order. We have done about 10 loads and the clothes are cleaner than they've ever been. (replaced a Bosch front loader that died). This morning I washed a heavy winter jacket that had only been worn a few times since it was last laudered. It didn't really look dirty I just thought I wash it before we put it away for the summer. The dirt that came out of that jacket was unbeliveable. This washer works unlike any washer you've ever had. It's different. My observations are as follows. 1. Read the manual 2. If your using detergent packets ALWAYS add them to the washer first. 3. If your using liquid detergent LESS is more. Probably less than you used on other HE washers 4. Take the time to load the machine properly. Try to keep a hole in the center of the clothes so you can see the agitator. Take sometime to learn the washer and I'm confident you'll be happy. I have no vested Interest in reviewing the washer but after see the negitive reviews I thought I was obligated to share my POSITIVE experience.
Unfortunately, we had a washing machine that was recalled and so we needed to replace it. I spent...
Unfortunately, we had a washing machine that was recalled and so we needed to replace it. I spent quite a bit of time researching on line and then went to look at actual machines in the store. This Maytag Bravos XL was rated well and is big enough for our family of 6. It is one of the biggest and least expensive models that I could find. I like that a normal load is under 60 minutes. This machine has a deep fill feature that I haven't used yet but I think would work nicely for a really large load or really soiled items. It also has a "clean washer" mode and suggests a cleaning cycle once a month. It has a stainless steel basket. It also has three dispenser cups, one each for liquid softener, detergent and stain remover (Oxi). When you use bleach it doesn't stay in an exposed cup but drains into a holder inside. I like this. It prevents any residue from getting on other clothing items and is less likely to corrode the metal around the cup. Overall, I like the way it cleans, which I think is the most important feature of all!
happy camper
I did extensive research to decide on this washer. Saw complaints about even distribution of detergent. No complaints after washing nearly our whole wardrobe and bed sheets, comforters and blankets. I pour detergent in the barrel and dispenser so I suggest trying that if you have issues. I have just always done my laundry that way no matter the washer. Everything comes out wet, no missed spots. Runs quietly and let's me know when it is done, plays a tune for you. You can adjust the sound level for the tune or turn it off completely, for that cycle. I am very happy with it, the large capacity cuts down time alone even if it runs longer because it is less loads and less attendance. Very happy with it! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Fantastic washer
I've been looking for a washer for a few years. I wanted something that was efficient and could handle comforters. This washer is everything I wanted and more. I've had it a month and love It. It cleans well, has more than enough cycle choices and is much quieter than my old top loader. I've had no issues with tangled clothes and it is gentle on clothes but cleans well. I got the matching dryer also and have only had them a month so time will tell, but so far I love them. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Easy and Quiet
Received this right after Christmas and had it for 3 weeks and I love it! Instructions looked intimidating, but after reading them was very easy to use. Washer was very quiet and I was worried when I did not see the tub filling up with water. No problem-less water and the clothes were cleaned. Even without the agitator, the stains came out, no worries. Never once had a problem with the machine and love it over my past ones-GE top loader and Samsung front loader. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Love,love,love!!!
Love how big the inside is. And love the fact it seems to know how big my load is. At first wasn't sure how to put on a small load so I just put the clothes in and punched in normal wash and the water stopped when all the clothes were under water whether there were a full load or just a few. The only thing I wish there was a way to add something you may have forgotten to put in but the door locks and I understand that, but just saying. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
So Far So Good
I am giving it a 5 star rating at this time as I don't have anything major to complain about. The signal it makes when the load is finished isn't loud enough for me and I have it on high. After the 2 - 3 weeks I have had the machine I just heard it for the first time last weekend. Not a big deal. My other gripe not just with this machine but with all new machines is that I don't like for the lid to lock. With see through lid on this machine you can see what is going on with other machines like my last one I couldn't watch to see what it wasn't doing to figure out what was broke with it. Just a guessing game. I do love how big the capacity is as I have a king size bed and bedding is huge and I didn't want to take my stuff to a laundry mat I can stay at home. All in all I really like this machine so far. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Changed my life!
Not only is this washer huge, but it works well and is relatively quiet. The only down side that I can see is that there is no aggitator inside the drum, but that is pretty common with the top load, high efficiency machines. The drum is so big that I can do multiple loads as well as king size quilts. Now, I just need a bigger dryer. Ha! The water level is adjustable, so I've never had any issues with clothes not getting wet. The clothes can get a little twisted at times, but you just have to shake the clothes before putting them into the dryer. Also, my sister-in-law almost needs a stool to get to the clothes on the bottom because it's so deep and huge. Overall, I love this machine and highly recommend it!
Great Washer
I'm rating the washer high at this time. It does a great job on the laundry and is very quiet, nice features and easy to clean soap dispenser. I would have liked to do this review at a later time. The unit is still new so dependability I can't really rate right now. So far so good. Went back to a top load washer after getting tired of outer drum on a front loader going at 10 years old, prior front load went at 7 years. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
The washer is huge! I have had it for about 3 weeks and have no issues so far. There is a delay f...
The washer is huge! I have had it for about 3 weeks and have no issues so far. There is a delay feature which works nice. I throw clothes in the washer and delay it until about an hour before I get home from work so I can just throw them in the dryer when I get home. The one thing I could do without is the "touch" buttons instead of a push button. Sometimes I don't seem to hold my finger on it just right for it to pick up that I touched it. Definitely not a deal breaker though.
Big family? Go get one!
Bought this washer two months ago and have had great results so far. Am looking in to maybe purchasing the matching dryer. The huge capacity is great for an active family! Also easy for kids and young adults to use and learn how to do their own laundry. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Works very well over past 6 years- we did purchase extended warranty and used it twice to replac...
Works very well over past 6 years- we did purchase extended warranty and used it twice to replace 4 compression mounts ?? I was told they hold/suspend the tub in place and may be stretched if loads are too heavy Has Clean Washer feature that we use with alittle bleach to ensure a sanitary environment in areas we cant see and breakdown those detergent tab pouches we heard that may not totally disintegrate
Love the size but 1 thing
I love how big and easy it is to use. It has cut down my laundry time in half. But the only thing that i dont like is the fact that it leaves alot of lint and white stuff on my dark clothes. Someone please tell me how to fix this!! Ive read many reviews and im not the only one w/this problem, but no one has posted solutions. HELP HELP HELP [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Washer does not remove all detergent even with extra rinse, less detergent and warmer water
Washer does not remove all detergent even with extra rinse, less detergent and warmer water
Great washer when it works
Washer is great and the best I have owned, but it broke within 5 months of owning the washer. 4 loads a week, and it can't even make it to a year!
don't buy this model
this washer is not user friendly, to many steps to do a load and it takes to long. also can't reach the bottom of the drum to remove all the closes. the matching dryer just as pain in the as . 4 months old ready for something new.
Don't take the soap out
I bought this washer and month ago, I got this brand because of their reputation and warranty. But left my clothes dirty and also left it with soap residual. Very noticeable with black clothes.
Model # MVWB835DW1
I usually don't do reviews unless I am super happy or very unhappy with the purchase. Sorry to say but I am very UNHAPPY with this washer. It does not clean like my front loader did. Forget about getting stains out!! The soap always remained on jeans that washed, even though I always have small loads. Sometimes the loads did not spin out the water & I would have to rinse & spin again. I finally have switched to using deep water wash for everything I wash for every load I do. This defeats the energy saving feature. I always bleach towels & sheets even if they are not white. My sheets have bleach spots all over them now. I also cannot reach the bottom of the washer. I have really had a frustrating time with the washer since purchasing it in November!!! Sorry for this bad review, but I would appreciate someone telling me these things before I purchased.
Let Down
My family and I started looking for a new washer after the one we had for many years broke down. We were looking for a large washer and something that wouldn't waste a lot of water. The price was very reasonable, and after continuing to look around we were convinced and bought the Maytag washer. The first thing we loved about the washer was the size. We wanted a big washer so that we didn't have to do that many lodes. The second reason why we bought this washer was because it was supposed to noise efficient and our laundry room is right next to our living space and kitchen. We wanted to be able to watch tv, and have guest over without the extra noise of a washer in the background. Lastly we made the purchase because we wanted to conserve water. The old washer we had wasted a lot of water even if it was a small load. After the second day of having the washer it was super nosie! The noise is hard to ignore even with the tv on, it sounds like an old printer. I put my dogs blankets to wash and it didn't take off any of the hair,or dirt. For being a big washer I was expecting it to do a good job on large loads but the washer did not distribute enough water, my clothes were dry and we had to add water. You can't leave your clothes soaking over night even with the lid open, after ten minutes of no activity the washer atomically drains all the water without warning you.
I am very disappointed with this washer I just purchased the set December 2016. I purchased this ...
I am very disappointed with this washer I just purchased the set December 2016. I purchased this washer because it is made in America. My clothes come out wrinkled like they have been wrapped in a ball. I have changed the spin cycle setting and clothes still come out wrinkled. This washer does not rinse the detergent out of my clothes and has to be re-washed which adds to more wrinkled clothes. I am also disappointed for the fact that each setting takes 45 or more minutes to wash.
If 0 stars were an option, that would be my rating. We purchased this washer with the matching d...
If 0 stars were an option, that would be my rating. We purchased this washer with the matching dryer for our new house. It was delivered on Saturday, 03/25/17, around 9:30 a.m. By around 10:30 a.m. it was broken. This $800+ washer broke the very first time it was ever used. Won't spin or do anything - except make a lot of weird noises. The store has also been a source of frustration by passing our calls around to numerous people instead of acknowledging the cleary, right out-of-the-box, defective device. Sure hope the matching $800+ dryer works well, however, we obviously don't know yet. Not happy at all.
don't waste your money
This is an update to a previous review I posted in February. Maytag sent a certified Tech to "repair" the washer was told to use extra rinse cycle to rinse detergent that is left on my dark clothes how can you call that an efficiency washer I'm now using more water than my old front loader. Nothing was found to be broke so they are attempting to order and replace to main control board. Was contacted by Maytag Tech said the part is on "back order" and can't give a date when part will be in. Now I have another issue the washer sounds like a jet engine/high frequency dog whistle which was not a problem before repair man touched the washer. I've spoke with home depot store manager and was told to update him on what was wrong with washer. I am so frustrated and disappointed with the brand and non return policy of a washer that is a name brand. I'm attaching a picture of how my laundry comes out using the wrinkle control setting.
WARNING, do NOT BUY this washer. Complete waste of money and I'll tell you why. The amount of w...
WARNING, do NOT BUY this washer. Complete waste of money and I'll tell you why. The amount of water it uses is so little that the clothes do not mix around at all. The clothing that is put on the top, stays on the top. I was attracted to the "deep wash" option. WHAT A JOKE! Deep wash cycle puts the water level SEVERAL INCHES LOWER THAN THE CLOTHES?! That is NOT deep wash. What a piece of garbage and false advertising. If you don't want your clothes washed then I guess it's a good product, otherwise forget it. It is even worse than my old washer, which I replaced in hopes of finding one with a deep wash option!
The Worst Purchase I've Ever Made
This washing machine is the least effective and most frustrating product I have ever purchased. From day one, it failed to get clothes fully cleaned--and, even worse, it left a white residue on darker fabrics. I managed this by occasionally double-washing clothes, and turning darker items inside-out to avoid visible residue. However, after owning the washer for about a year, it began getting stuck at 20 minutes left on the wash cycle and requiring a manual reset to start back up. Maytag repair came out to look at it, but a few months later we are out of warranty and the problem has returned. After owning the washer for less than a year and a half, I am unfortunately already in the market for a new washer. I am certainly going to avoid Maytag next time around.
Have had a very bad experience with this machine so far. First of all, the guys who delivered it ...
Have had a very bad experience with this machine so far. First of all, the guys who delivered it (not Home Depot people, but contractors that Home Depot hired) did not install it properly, according to the manufacturer. Second of all, I spoke with the manufacturer about the problem, and the solution worked for 2 loads and then the problem came back. I wasn't able to use this machine until 2 weeks after it was delivered because the dryer that I ordered (also having problems with that) required a different outlet, and so we had to hire an electrician. Am so sad that I wasted my inheritance money on this. My father worked hard for his money, and now I have a large washing machine that Home Depot won't refund me for and I doubt I can sell. Now I know why it was on sale. DON'T BUY THIS MACHINE!!!
I bought this washer as I have a large family and an insane amount of laundry to do each week. I ...
I bought this washer as I have a large family and an insane amount of laundry to do each week. I was hoping that I would also be able to use it to clean my comforter. The water level doesn't get high enough. I understand that it's supposed to use less water, but it doesn't use enough water to get the clothes clean. It has a deep water wash cycle that I thought would help that, but even that doesn't give you enough water. Most of the time my clothes have huge dry spots. I don't think it should be considered high efficiency when you have to wash the same load two or three times to get anything clean. Don't waste your money!!!!
I do not like your washer
No stars..... I have to add water to the washer before starting it.... It does not add enough water to load.... the middle of the clothing in the washer is still dry at the end of the cycle if I do not. Also the soap is not all the way washed out of the fabric and I have to re rinse the clothing before drying it. AND it ties my clothes in knots..... VERY FRUSTRATING> I think I got a bad washer [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Forget washing bedding, it'll only do half
If you are buying this with hopes of washing large loads you can move on. Get one with an agitator or a front loader. Yes, you can fit a comforter in this washing machine. No, it will not wash it. The water will go to about half full and then leave the top area of the comforter dry. Yes, it will be like this through the entire wash. The only way for us to actually wash a large item is by doing so in two loads. Called customer service, they just told me they are sorry I feel this way. Also, it is extremely noisy. Couldn't be more disappointed in this product or Maytag customer service.
Stick with a model that agitates
The sales person convinced me that this model, without an agitator, is the latest and greatest technology and would get my clothes just as clean without being as hard on the fabrics so I bought this machine. Big mistake. Not only does it not get my clothes clean, it leaves white residue (lint?) on all of my dark clothes that doesn't come off in the dryer so they have to be rewashed. I've also noticed 'dry' spots on my gray sheets which would indicate that the water did not reach those places so that would tell me that those areas were not washed and therefore not clean. I'm very unhappy with this machine and would go back to one with an agitator in a heartbeat. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Bought this model from Home Depot. We needed a washer that would wash a queen size comforter. We ...
Bought this model from Home Depot. We needed a washer that would wash a queen size comforter. We were told it would do a king. Not even close. The queen comforter just sat in basket and never moved. We thought there was something wrong so we called a tech out. He said there was no way this washer would do a queen size comforter. So beware of their lofty advertisements. Apparently their idea of a large load is different than ours.
Not Sure, Waiting on Response, Broke Down After 2 Weeks
12/31/2016 We bought out machine on Black Friday from the Conns Store in Round Rock, Texas. They delivered approx. 3 weeks later at our request because of remodel. After approximately two weeks of use, something broke, come apart inside, or underneath the washer causing water to leak all over the floor in the washroom, adjacent rooms, closets, etc. ruining everything. I am in the process of seeing what can be done by Conns or Maytag about this. Will update this site as information becomes available. At this point, not sure I could recommend this machine. What a pure shame on Maytag. We bought this machine specifically because it was American made, even though the sales person was trying to push LG. Chet in Burnet, Texas
I know that the brand name "Maytag" is one that I have purchased in the past and have lasted for ...
I know that the brand name "Maytag" is one that I have purchased in the past and have lasted for many years.... That is the reason that I was confidant that this purchase would be similar, but unfortunately THIS WAS A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT!!! IT NEVER WORKED FOR ME AT ALL!!! I had to contact the manufacturer and the store numerous times the very first day that I attempted to use it. IT WAS A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND I WANT ALL MY MONEY BACK.... I CANNOT PAY FOR A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to express myself. Sincerely, R. Taylor
Very disappointed
I bought this washer to be able to wash large loads of laundry to save time. So many of the items I pull out have dry spots on them. Anytime I wash and type of dark clothing there is all white marks all over it. At first I thought I was using too much detergent but no matter how little you use you will always get the same results. I end up having to do multiple loads just to try to get the marks off all my dress pants. I am very very disappointed with this washer as I had always heard good things about maytag products. Laundry has just become more of a headache.
Mold Issues
DO NOT BUY THIS MACHINE...design is defective that water stays stagnate at bottom of tub and turns moldly causing rotten egg smell everytime you use it. Our started smelling a few months after we got it and kept smelling worse over time. We finally took it apart and found rust and mold inside it. If you research maytag bravo xl washing machine smell online you will see all the people complaining about odor, mold and performance issues. They should stop selling this machine. FYI..it was also VERY loud. Sounds like an airplane its so loud. See stagnate mold water that collects at bottom of drain in photo
Nightmare
We opted for the heavy duty washer and waited over a week for it to arrive. The washer does a great job when it works and there in lies the problem. The first time it broke, it took three visits by the service tech and parts had to be ordered twice. We did not have a washer for over a month. The second time it broke, we were without a washer for another two weeks. It's just over a year old now and from what I learned, with exception of the outer shell, drum and motor, every thing has been replaced once and the latch has been replaced twice.
Worst washer I ever owned
it does not clean clothes. It leaves soap residue on dark clothes, like knits or sweatshirt fabrics. I am using the recommended type of soap, use very little. I wash those dark clothes on the normal setting, then any that have soap residue on them, I wash them again with no soap and use the rinse/drain setting, sometimes more than once, until they are clean. Ridiculous. It's supposed to be water saving.. how is that saving water when you wash it 2 or 3 times to get it clean? And the clothes are sometimes so tangled together that is hard to untangle them sometimes, like sheets.
junk
I lowered my 2 star to 1 no matter how great the tub size is the washer is junk. I've had laundry mat washers do better. I tried tricking the washer adding water to the clothes I tried bucketing water to the washer I tried adding two gallon jugs of water to the wash anything I can think of to get clothes covered in water. All it did was drain the water I put in. Sorriest washer I've ever owned. Just like when we bathe if the top half of our body gets no soap and water it does not geget clean. My clothes get water half way up and that does no good. And Home Depot didn't tell me no service in my area when they talked me into exteded warranty. So no warrenty service a washer that does not work. And I gave away my old washer threw away the dryer. NOT a happy camper.
Barb
I bought this machine specifically to wash mops and rags for my business. The machine doesn't do well cleaning the mops or rags. They come out virtually dirty. It's as though the machine just rinses them. This machine actually leaves grit from the dirty mops in the machine. I am very disappointed in the product and would not recommend to anyone Lastly. I am five five in height and I need a step ladder to get mops out of the bottom of the machine. Terrible product
Don't buy this
I first saw the massive amounts of 4 and 5 star reviews and decided to buy this washer and the matching dryer. Picked them up today and installed them. Put my 1st load in the wash and 3.5 hours later, I still have not gone I to the dryer. It just keeps rinsing then slow spin, rinse, slow spin.... and on and on. I finally stopped it and put it on rinse/spin and turned off extra rinse. These things are going back tomorrow! It is a shame because we waited a week to get these in and I have to drive two hours round trip to pick them up "and now drop them off". I read a lot of reviews today and most good reviews are generic and other good reviews try to lecture you about using HE detergent. I found out the hard way that may tag sucks. Going to spend a little more and get LG.
I bought this washer October of 2016, yes 3 months ago, and have regretted it since the first wee...
I bought this washer October of 2016, yes 3 months ago, and have regretted it since the first week. It does not wash clothes properly. It leaves a residue of grime or lint. I read the manual and all of the trouble shoot items. Used the washer cleaner it came with, redistributed clothes as the manual stated, and still have every other load with some kind of grime on some clothing item. I have had to wash clothes several times, the same load to get the clothes clean. I have had many different washers and brands, and this by far takes the cake as the worst. Save your money and find another washer. I am so disappointed that Maytag would put out such a poor product.
Do not buy this washer unless you want a noisy washer. Our laundry room is on the second floor a...
Do not buy this washer unless you want a noisy washer. Our laundry room is on the second floor and maybe if it was in the basement it would be fine but not for a second floor laundry room. It is extremely loud. We thought it was an issue with the washer and Maytag sent someone out. There is no issue besides, according to the repair person, Maytag's don't use as much insulation as some other washer companies do. Therefore, the noise level during the processes is apparent. We are returning this washer.
The worst washing machine you could ever wish for!
We have had this washer now for 9 months. It is terrible, doesn't clean or rinse clothes properly! We have had two service calls, and each time they say it's working properly! With a 3 cu ft load (it's supposed to take 5.3 cu ft), when its set to the "deep wash cycle", it doesn't get the clothes wet, and the same clothes stay on top throughout the entire cycle. Technician said we "should do a smaller load with half the washing liquid"! On top of sub-standard washing, the soap dispenser rails went rusty and made our clothes stained with rust! The whole dispenser had to be changed I really wish I could return this sub-standard washer and go back to my 19 year-old Maytag.... I would advise anyone who is considering a buy, to think again, this is a the biggest con that could be imagined!
White residue
I have the washer for one week today... the Magtag service is coming out on Monday to take a look at the washer. Each dark load I do comes out with white residue over all the clothing. I did all the trouble shooting recommended... with the same white residue results. I read with the top load HE washers, the reason is not enough rinse occurring during the load. If this problem cannot be fixed on a brand new washer, I will be returning it! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
worst purchase ever!! I grew up close to the Maytag plant in Newton Iowa, and my mom used the old...
worst purchase ever!! I grew up close to the Maytag plant in Newton Iowa, and my mom used the old wringer washer almost all her life. It was my lifelong desire to have a Maytag and decided at my age it might be my last and so we bought this set...... my whites are so dingy now.... and there is no water control, even on a deep wash part of the clothes don't get wet. i took a flashlight to see and no only not even covering what is in there to wash, i hate it... I never had any problem with my Kenmores but when they needed repair it was always just about the price to fix as a new set, so we did have sets in our 45 years of marriage...
Bought the matched set to replace our 20-year old Maytag Neptune front-loader. I can't believe M...
Bought the matched set to replace our 20-year old Maytag Neptune front-loader. I can't believe Maytag put their name on such a product. We had the machine for just under 3 months, trying to give it a fair trial. It may be called 'high-efficiency' but that just means it attempts to wash clothes without using water, can't be done. It did a terrible job on my husband's coveralls, and at best left lint all over the dark clothes. With much perseverance on our part, Home Depot took them back and we bought an LG front loader that does an amazing job, very impressed! We're not picky people, and we hated the hassles of demanding they take it back, but we hated the machine even more!
Horrible cleaning - leaves soap scum
I'm curious why all the good reviews are from folks submitting as part of a "sweepstakes" and the poor reviews are from real world users? My wife and I find the Maytag MVWB835DW to be an absolute HORRIBLE washing machine. It makes no difference what setting you use, it doesn't even add enough water to the machine to cover your clothes. You have a HUGE drum but you get no water and the drum just oscillates back & forth forever and that somehow is supposed to clean your clothes. The wash cycle takes a PAINFUL 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. I assume that is due to the machine not using adequate water to clean and it just runs longer. The end result is your clothes come out with "soap scum" dried and stained into them on EVERY wash cycle. You then have to start over and wash your clothes a 2nd time (WITHOUT any detergent) and now it takes 2.5 hours to do ONE small load of clothes. We are using only the HE detergent packets as recommended and we've tried every cycle setting possible on this machine but this machine simply will NOT use remotely enough water to properly clean your clothes. They come out tied in a knot, dirty, and covered with dried on soap stains. Worst purchase ever! If you actually need a "washing" machine, avoid Maytag like the plague.
If I could get my money back I'd do so today . This machine will not get my clothes clean . My fa...
If I could get my money back I'd do so today . This machine will not get my clothes clean . My family hates it as well . All we really wanted was a machine just like the one that we had . All my friends on Social Media have the same problem with their high efficiency machines . They won't get your clothes clean . Manufacture a machine that does what it was intended to do . Bring back the design that worked well for decades.......
This washing machine has problems. When I wash my clothes, there is some type of white stuff that...
This washing machine has problems. When I wash my clothes, there is some type of white stuff that gets on my clothes. It's almost like lint or powder looking substance. I do not use powder, I use Tide high efficiency liquid. Not sure what is going on but I have been on hold with Maytag Customer Service number waiting for them to answer my call for 22 minutes and counting. I do not recommend this brand or model. I've only had the machine for a little over 2 months.
I can't believe I paid for this thing
To say I was disappointed in this "washingredients machine" would be a gross understatement. You see I used quotation marks because it says it's a washer machine but it doesn't wash clothes. We can't use it as a high capacity like it says because we have clothes that come out 90% dry. We're not saving water because we have to wash the same load 2-3 times. Even on the settings that use the most water it is not cleaning. The problem is that it does not fill the tub with enough water and it does not agitate fast enough. I would definitely recommend this to a friend who hates his money and wants to waste it on useless items and who hates clean clothes.
This is the worse Washer I have ever owned. I can not get my clothes clean no matter how many tim...
This is the worse Washer I have ever owned. I can not get my clothes clean no matter how many times I wash them. There is nasty film left on my clothes If your sheets or blankets are not perfectly even, the washer will just continue rinsing and draining forever, wasting water until you figure it out. Please do not buy this product, I had it for less then a month and am stuck with it because Home Depot will not return it. I am so disappointed. I wish I had the money to purchase something else and just throw this washer away.
Never again
This washer has had service people at my home nonstop. I have only had it 1.5 years and it is such a disappointment. It gets stuck on certain cycles, primarily at 38 minutes and 19 minutes. It makes a racket like you've never heard. Sometimes the load is done and the clothes are soaking wet. It is by far the most reliable appliance I have ever owned. I will never buy Maytag again.
NOT ENOUGH WATER
DOES NOT CLEAN CLOTHES! Does not fill up with water, soap sits on top of clothes since there is NO water to wash it off. Even with 2 shirts and 2 pair of pants! Checked all the hoses, filters/screens etc, all clear and brand new. Tech came out and tried to make it work, "ah it not getting enough water, sensor not working properly, nothing i can do it's a manufacture defect." So I have been stuck with it until my new one comes in, about a month in a half, trying to add 5 gallon buckets of hot water to it but everytime you open the lid, the water drains out. so much for being better and efficient. I should have kept my old set! Parts were cheap and easy to fix plus it cleaned the clothes. So much for upgrading! Whites are now brown and it takes 2-4 tries to get clothes clean so its not more efficient, etc. Dryer works ok but takes longer to dry than the smaller 20 year old one.
If you are buying this with hopes of washing large loads you can move on. Get one with an agitat...
If you are buying this with hopes of washing large loads you can move on. Get one with an agitator or a front loader. Yes, you can fit a comforter in this washing machine. No, it will not wash it. The water will go to about half full and then leave the top area of the comforter dry. Yes, it will be like this through the entire wash. The only way for us to actually wash a large item is by doing so in two loads. Called customer service, they just told me they are sorry I feel this way. Also, it is extremely noisy. Couldn't be more disappointed in this product or Maytag customer service.
No fan of water saving features
The water saving features make the cycles take much longer and do not do as good a job of cleaning. I need to add extra rinses to get gym clothes clean. I wish I had bought a different washer. I wish there was a way to bypass the water saving features and wash with more water. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
Bought this washer in August 2016 thinking it was a good high end, High Capacity machine that wou...
Bought this washer in August 2016 thinking it was a good high end, High Capacity machine that would actually clean a large amount of clothes. I was very wrong. 99.9 % of the time the clothes come out just as dirty as they went in. It's not a High Efficiency machine when you have to wash it 2 or 3 times at over an hour per wash. Most of the time you do not see any water as it is down below the clothes and their idea of cleaning is to very gently move the clothes back and forth about a 1/2 inch on the outer edge. I've attached a picture of a 1/4 load of clothes on Deep Water Wash + Deep Clean after the machine filled and started agitating. I see no Deep Water or Deep Clean going on! Forget doing blankets or large items, nothing comes out of them, most of the item is dry after the wash, I had a repairman come out to check it out and he said it works perfect and said you have to take comforters and blankets to a laundrymat with these machines. The only way I can get some items clean is to use the Clean Washer cycle then Rinse & Spin. I'm better off using a garden hose. I truly HATE this machine. Home Depot or Maytag is no help as they will not take it back for an exchange.
Worst purchase ever!
We purchased our washer ten months ago and last month the washer went out of balance and failed to shut off causing damage to the cabinet and tub retaining ring (it actually dented it from the inside out) . I am still covered under the one year warranty so I contacted Maytag for repair and they scheduled a service technician to come out a week later to repair the unit. Now a month has passed and the machine is still sitting there broken, dented and unusable. Maytag customer service is the WORST I've ever experienced. I was told after multiple "chat" sessions and phone calls there wasn't a way to email pictures of the damage, and there isn't a manager to speak with at the customer service center. It took three weeks to just get an ETA for the parts and the parts that were ordered didn't even address the sensor that failed to shut off the machine!! This is the third set of Maytag washer/dryers that my wife and I have purchased over the past thirty years and it will be the LAST!