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Washing Machines Buying Guide

Our buying guide will explain which type of washing machine would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.

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  • Build Quality
    4.0 (1)
  • Value for Money
    3.0 (1)
  • Ease of Use
    2.0 (1)
  • Cleaning & Maintenance
    2.0 (1)
  • Noise Level
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Tenacious

TenaciousGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 10 reviews
  • 1 like

Not user friendly

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Too many settings with long washes(1-3hrs) and only one quick wash of 30 mins
I had it in quick wash since I bought it 5 years ago,it would sometimes leave my clothes feeling really hot which is strange as it always made me think it was using only cold water (quick cycle doesn't tell you which temp it uses). Now that I want to use hot water it doesnt work! I had to attach the hose to the hot water tap as I have no other option.

Purchased in April 2021.



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Robyn

RobynNorth Queensland, QLD

  • 5 reviews

Excellent product. Very reliable

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We chose Fisher & Paykel as they are known for being reliable in other appliances and have not been disappinted. We bought our front loader washing machine last year and it has been going on-stop ever since without a since hitch. We would recommend this washer.to anyone looking to upgrade.

Date PurchasedJun 2017
Sandwichmaker

SandwichmakerMelbourne

  • 2 reviews
  • 1 like

Great washing machine, great support

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Date PurchasedMar 2007
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NMC

NMCHobart, TAS

  • 6 reviews
  • 1 like

Poor Controls - Poor Remedy

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Date PurchasedAug 2012

Don't touch the brand

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the warranty is 2 years, we got it extended to 5 years, six months later it has a brain fade.
We had already replaced the mother board 12 months prior.
It will cost about $400 to fix.
It is going to the tip, as the repairman said, the main bearing could go next.
Will not be going near fisher and paykel again. We had a fridge and a freezer of theirs that lasted no time.
No more chances for this company.

Date PurchasedMay 2012

Rubber Seal

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The rubber seal of my front loader washing machine Fisher and Paykel WH80F60W1 gets mouldy after use. I have made many attempts in removing the mould but have not succeeded. i even wipe dry the rubber seal after every use. My clothes get stained with the mould which cannot be removed.
Can I replace the rubber seal?

Date PurchasedAug 2008
Junaid

JunaidSydney, NSW

It's get stopped during operations

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It's getting stopped and have to switch it on again during operation. I can't understand Then what is purpose of saying it automatic. Expert Rep cost is too much. I was thinking fisher and paykel should listen and resolve this issue as it's getting really painful for me. Waiting for replacement with new machine

Date PurchasedNov 2016
Barry_Leaver

Barry_LeaverQld., 4224

  • 2 reviews

Looking for control panel for this washing machine

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Still trying to get the control panel for this washing machine Serial No. 12-604525-11, Product 98734B The machine is like new and we have not had any trouble with it. it has been good for donas and blankets. It always give us a clean wash but the price of parts and the $142.00 for the technician to come out is a bit stiff

Date PurchasedApr 2014
texas

texas

  • 2 reviews

Are front loaders and issue. My 4 year old machine stopped working

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My 4 year old machine stopped working. Yes it should have lasted 10 years. Then the more I read the more it seems that Front Loaders can be more problematic.
I contacted Fisher and Paykel and they were..........great. They listened, understood and resolved my issues.
I am very happy with the outcome.
I have now purchased a Top Loader Fisher and Paykel

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Do NOT waste your money - buy another model/brand

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Magicroundabout
Magicroundabout

8 kg front loader disappoints

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Kirsty Walsh

Kirsty WalshPerth

  • 2 reviews

Awesome Machine

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We have recently purchased this machine for our new home recently purchased. After washing several loads in the new machine we are happy with our new purchase. We believe that the clothes come out nice and clean, better than the top loaders to be honest. The machine is very quite whilst washing. Can highly recommend

disappointed

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since we bought this machine we have had it repaired 6-7 times......we had bought the extended warranty thank goodness....but now it is out of warranty it has gone haywire...wont fill with water wont spin the door wont open unless we turn it off at the wall and wait....and was also very noisy will not buy fisher paykel again sorry

Rach H

Rach HCollaroy

Less than 3 years old, 2 major parts replaced under warranty & now motor blows just out of warranty

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Excellent Performance

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I have tried most cycles on this machine and have been extremely happy with the results on all. I tend to use the 30 minute cycle which always has good results - Clothes clean, not tangled and quick, quick quick. I think the noise level is about the same noise as my previous machine (Miele) - anyhow not too loud as I can't hear it when I close the laundry door. I can't understand why others have had problems.

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Worst company ever

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We bought a washing machine 4 years ago. Couple months after it stopped working so we replaced it under warranty. The new one has so many problems and we keep fixing it so often. I don't recommend anyone on buying this brand nor dealing with this company cause they never solve a thing.

No problems

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This machine has served a family of 5 for around 7 years with no breakdowns, broken plastic, rust or any problems. I'm happy with its large 8kg capacity and mostly happy with its washing. Only issues for me have been that it doesn't always wash all the washing powder from the dispenser and on occasions we get lint on things. I'd rate it as an average machine, not as bad as many others reviewers.

Rust rust rust

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This machine broke down shortly after the warranty ran out. A few weeks later the front panel and the base frame started to rust so we approached FP directly. They refused to do anything about it. It has now broken down completely after about 7 years and the rust has extended to cover a large part of the machine. Never again FP.

Andy

AndySydney Surrounds, NSW

  • 7 reviews
  • 2 likes

What a piece of crap

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ANDY

ANDYPERTH

  • 6 reviews
  • 2 likes

This machine is the best ever!

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I have always had 8kg front loaders and took a bit of a gamble buying this fisher and paykel due to their limited years of experience in their field of front loaders however i am well impressed with this machine. It is fantastic. The machine is quiet, economical and the clothes come out beautiful and clean. I have never had a problem with it. I can honestly say that this machine beats any german/italian/british machine i have ever owned and would thoroughly recommend to anyone. 2 years on and still going strong.

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Questions & Answers

Bryan N.

Bryan N.asked

Front Loader WH80F60WV1 (8kg)

Drum will not spin. Belt is still on. Machine drains no kinks or blockages in hose. When you turn the dial to drain and spin it the timer goes to 2 mins and does not spin. Last time it was used the drum would on turn both ways slowly and would not do the fast spin. Was also making a funny noise when the drum was moving

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Louise M.

Louise M.asked

Front Loader WH70F60W1 (7kg)

How do I reset the functions

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Charles A.

Charles A.asked

Front Loader WH70F60W2 (7kg)

my machine fills for 1 min. then timer will go to 29 or 28 then nothing happens

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