At a Glance
Why Choose a Top Load Washing Machine?
Features to Look for in Top Load Washers
7 Best Top Load Washing Machines Approved by the Pros
Why Trust Slager Appliances?
A top load washing machine isn't just a purchase—it's a 14-year relationship. That's why getting it right matters.
At Slager, we've been matching people with perfect machines for over 75 years. Our experts have sifted through countless options to bring you the best top load washers that combine efficiency, durability, and ease of use.
Below, we’ll explore why a top load washing machine might be the right fit for your laundry room and introduce you to seven of our favorite models that our pros swear by.
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Shop Top Load WashersWhy Choose a Top Load Washing Machine?
Before we feature some of the best top load washing machines for sparkling laundry, understanding the benefits of these traditional washers can help people understand why they remain so popular. Top load washers offer:
- Easy Loading: With no bending required, loading a top load washing machine is easier on the back than a front loading model.
- Large Capacities: Available with extra large wash baskets, top load machines, especially impeller models, offer a lot of space for your bulky bedding and large laundry loads.
- Lower Cost: Using a more simple design, top loading machines can be budget-friendly and more affordable to maintain.
- Fewer Issues with Mold and Mildew: Front loading washers can experience more issues with mold and mildew, especially around door seals. Top loading washers are less prone to mold problems.
- Longer Lifespan: With fewer internal parts to cause failure and lower rates of mold related problems, a top load washer has an average life expectancy three years longer than a front loading model.
Features to Look for in Top Load Washers
When shopping for your home’s best clothes washer, top loader models are a great place to start. To choose between the best top load washing machines, consider your needs when it comes to the following:
- Capacity: Finding a washer to suit your lifestyle is vital. If your capacity is too small, you may regret your purchase as you need to run more cycles. Similarly, if your capacity is too large, you may waste resources and wish you used your laundry room space more effectively.
- Agitator vs. Impeller Design: Washing machines with an agitator can often achieve a better clean for dirty clothes, while impeller style washers offer a more gentle cleaning action and a larger capacity. Consider how much stain-busting you might need on a regular basis before choosing between the two options.
- Vibration Control: Washers can be noisy, especially if placed on a second floor or higher. Models with advanced vibration control and noise reduction can dramatically reduce laundry noise so you can get your chores done at any time of the day.
- Built-in Faucet: Some stains need a little pre-rinsing before washing and moving wet clothes from the sink can result in a wet floor. Top load washers with built-in faucets let you work directly into your washer, saving water and keeping the floor dry.
7 Best Top Load Washing Machines Approved by the Pros
Over 75 years of experience at Slager have taught us a thing or two about appliances. We make it our business to find the best top-load washing machines for our customers, and these 7 top-rated models are always winners in our books.
GE 4.5 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (GTW585BSVWS)
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Using a dual-action agitator for a deep cleaning, yet gentle action, this popular GE top load washer has a deep fill option for larger loads.
An excellent choice for laundry in a hurry, the convenient QuickWash setting completes a standard wash in just 24 minutes. Wash every load with the best combination for a perfect clean by offering flexible wash settings for temperature, soil level, and spin speed.
With a timed auto-soak feature to pre-soak your laundry for up to 2 hours, this budget-friendly washer Consistently attracting top load washer reviews also includes:
- Cold soak rinse option for use with sanitizing liquids
- Durable, stainless steel drum
- Energy conserving EcoCold setting
- 10 Year limited motor warranty
⭐Featured GE Washer #GTW585BSVWS Review:
"I love the multiple options for cleaning and the water level auto sensor feature."
→ Learn More: 6 Best GE Top Load Washer Models
GE Profile 5.3 Cu. Ft. Diamond Gray Top Load Washer
Model #: (PTW705BPTDG)
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A reliable addition to a stylish laundry room, this GE Profile top load washer is one of the best top load washing machines for customers who want a wide range of features and a large capacity.
Using sensor technology to automatically select the perfect wash and rinse for every cycle, this top load washer also includes time-saving tangle control technology and convenient Smart Flex Dispense™ to automatically add detergent.
Smart enabled for remote control via the SmartHQ app, this feature-filled machine also offers:
- A confident, 10 year limited warranty
- Microban® Antimicrobial technology to prevent the build up of mold and mildew
- Dynamic Balancing Technology for a quiet laundry experience at any time of day
- EnergyStar® certification to keep your energy bills low
⭐Featured GE Profile Washer #PTW705BPTDG Review:
"I love the features and the size. The clear soft closing lid is a plus also."
GE Profile 5.4 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (PTW700BSTWS)
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Featuring a large capacity to wash bulky bedding and keep up with busy families, this GE Profile top load washer is smart enabled for convenient control from anywhere.
Using Microban antimicrobial technology to reduce the build up of mildew and keep your washer smelling fresh, Smart Wash and Smart Rinse sensors take the guesswork out of every cycle.
Protecting your clothes with tangle control, this washer offers a deep fill option for superior soaking and better stain removal for larger loads. Boasting a confident 10 year warranty and a quiet, direct drive motor, this top rated model also includes:
- An easy access design with a deep capacity that remains in easy-reach
- The Smart FlexDispense™ system to dispense the perfect amount of detergent and save time with every cycle.
- EnergyStar® certification to keep your power bills low
⭐Featured GE Profile Washer #PTW700BSTWS Review:
"Love this washer, easy set up, efficient, fast and does a good job!"
GE 2.8 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (GNW128PSMWW)
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This convenient washer is a compact GE top load washer that is a perfect solution for small laundry spaces.
Using an impeller design to maximize capacity, you can say goodbye to weekly trips to the laundromat. Fitted with handy castors for easy moving around the house, this washer can be connected to any standard kitchen or bathroom sink.
A popular choice for small spaces or customers likely to move home in the near future, this unique top load washer also features:
- 8 Wash cycles to effectively clean a variety of fabric
- One-touch LED controls for easy operation
- 4 Temperature options to choose from
⭐Featured GE Washer #GNW128PSMWW Review:
"Sleek and efficient. Lots of different cycle settings."
Speed Queen TC5 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (TC5003WN)
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With a long-earned reputation as a cream-of-the-crop laundry brand, Speed Queen top load washer models are always popular with customers who need reliability and performance.
One of the most reliable top load washer models around, this transmission-driven washing machine is user-friendly and tough on stains.
Managing noise and vibration with a solid mount suspension system, this model has a stainless steel wash basket for durability and clothing protection. With a deep fill option that can fill the entire tub, this hardworking machine also includes:
- A classic agitator system with a 210-degree stroke for removing dirt
- 6 Cycle options to match a variety of fabrics
- A 5 year warranty on parts and labor
⭐Featured Speed Queen Washer #TC5003WN Review:
"I feel like my clothes are actually getting washed and cleaned. I am very happy with my new washer."
→ Learn More: Is a Speed Queen Washer Worth the Price?
Speed Queen TR3 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (TR3003WN)
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Another solid option from one of the highest rated top load washer brands, this Speed Queen model consistently makes our experts’ lists for the best rated top load washers.
Designed to last 25 years and made for commercial-grade performance, a solid mount suspension system controls vibration and noise level from this hardworking machine.
Auto-filling with the perfect water level, the entire drum of this washer can fill for superior cleaning of blankets and bedding. Classic manual dials and easy to understand cycle options keep laundry as simple as it should be.
Using a stainless steel wash basket for less wear on clothes over time, this top selling washer also includes:
- Three temperature selections and four cycle options
- Tuff guard coated top
- Best-in-class balance performance
⭐Featured Speed Queen Washer #TR3003WN Review:
"It's so quiet. Actually has a real agitator and even during agitation, is quiet. Inow feel like our clothes are clean."
Hotpoint 4.0 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer
Model #: (HTW265ASWWW)
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What is the best top load washer for people who want to keep things simple? Holding 15lbs of laundry per cycle, this Hotpoint top load washer is a go-to model for affordable and effective cleaning.
This washer uses classic manual dials for a user-friendly experience. There are no complicated apps or touchscreens to learn with it.
The heavy duty agitator makes light work of your dirty uniform or sports kit, while a deep fill option can fully submerge your large laundry loads. One of the most popular top rated washers with homeowners looking for value, this Hotpoint model also features:
- Bleach and fabric dispensers to add your products mid-cycle
- Rust resistant stainless steel drum
- A late lid-lock for adding forgotten items at the last minute
⭐Featured Hotpoint Washer #TR3003WN Review:
"Amazing machine for the price...spin cycle is extremely fast."
→ Learn More: How to Clean a Top Load Washing Machine
Discover Top-Load Washing Excellence: Find Your Perfect Match at Slager
Still the most popular choice for laundry, top load washers are reliable, effective, and often more affordable than front loading options.
Whether you need a hardworking machine for a busy family or a compact model for a small apartment, Slager selects only the best top load washing machines for customers to choose from.
With showrooms in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, come and browse top rated washers at unbeatable prices to find your perfect laundry partner for your home.
Why Trust Slager Appliances?
Founded over 70 years ago, Slager Appliances is a family-owned, independent appliance retailer based out of Iowa City, IA. Slager has competitive prices and industry knowledge in delivering and installing all major appliance brands. Large enough to offer competitive pricing yet small enough to continue offering the “white glove” service we pride ourselves on, our focus is always on the customer experience — from the first step into a showroom to the purchase transaction to well after your new appliance has been installed.
Whether you need to replace an old appliance, or if you’re remodeling and need an entire kitchen full of new brand-name products we are with you all the way. We will work with you to find a product that fits your needs, budget, and lifestyle.
Shop Top Load Washing Machines at Slager Appliances
Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today, and shop laundry online at Slager Appliances. Our friendly experts are always happy to help you find the best top load washing machine for your laundry needs — whether you call us at 319-337-3833, email us, or use our online chat feature. Better yet, stop by any of our Slager Appliances in Iowa City, IA. Visit us today!