Fisher & Paykel WashSmart WH8560P2 (8.5kg) (page 2 of 8)

Great machine very easy to use
Plenty of washing cycle options
Cleans clothes as good as a top loader if not better.
Very effective spin cycle.
Ive read some reviews with people complaining about the length of the drainage hose, which i found not to be a problem as long as the drainage point is in the adjacent cupboard . I think the problem people are having is they are failing to unclip the drainage hose from the back of the machine .

Being a large family I’ve always invested wisely when it comes to washing machines, it’s such a headache choosing the right one, I was not disappointed with this one! There is nothing I don’t like about it. I love the super quick wash.. 15 minutes! I love you can add more clothes in after it’s started, it’s super quiet I forget it’s on, it looks awesome and everyone comments on it!! Worth every cent!

Went from a f&p top loader to this and am not disappointed! I get my washing done in half the time. There is a super quick wash option that lasts for 15minutes...it isnt loud. It has a great energy rating and fits my king quilt covers

Very happy with my purchase.

This is a great washer. Great functions. We have a large family and a lot of laundry. Some of the aspects of this washer that I have been impressed with are its ability to get a lot of laundry done quickly if you have a dryer that will keep up. Its large capacity allows for much bigger loads and the normal wash cycle can usually have it done under 60 minutes. These options can take a long time but this washer is very good at getting washables clean.

Its got a pretty good design thats very user friendly.
Handles day to day clothes and very soiled workwear pretty well and it runs as quiet as a mouse compared to my old machine.
It doesn’t rattle and shake when on spin which is nice.
Solid little machine to get the job done

I've been using a top loader ever since and had to replace my last one. I heard that front loader does better compared to top loaders in terms of efficiency, cost and wash quality. Headed to Good Guys to get this one and I was impressed by the simplicity of this unit. The controls are basically the same as my old Fisher P. top loader although display was more digitalised and easy to understand. I can also modify some of the setting for my washing preferences except for the washing timer. The unit is quiet, looks tough and with good quality in over all aspect.

We purchased this machine a month ago Fromm Harvey Norman and are glad we did. We use the every day cycle with mix loads (59 minutes) and clothes come out perfect every time. Quiet on the spin cycle and quiet alert when the load has finished. The quick cycle is also effective just don’t overload.

Look this is really good have had a few minor problems but that is to be expected love this though great lots of room always washes probably I have had no major problems yet so yeah quite happy with that this is a great washing machine over all love this

So far so good, I’ve had this machine for a week now replacing a four year old Samsung and it’s on everyday as I have four small kids and do an average of 16 loads a week. It’s nice and big, plenty of settings to suit different needs and the 1400rpm spin means less time on the line or dryer which is great when you have several loads per day to get through. The ‘bulky’ setting is good for dealing with bedding which is something the Samsung struggled with and would unbalance and not spin. It has a good energy and water rating as well and was on special too, so we saved there. Hopefully it can handle the constant use and last longer than four years!

Had to replace our LG front loader when that died, decided to try Fisher and Paykel as a family member swore by this brand. I absolutely love this washing machine. It has such a larger range of selections, 15, 30 and 60 min cycles I use the most. And the settings are more flexible, I.e. I can do a 30 min load on 60 deg which I couldn’t do on my old machine. It is super quiet too. It’s taken a while to get used to actually, I was always going into the laundry to check that it was still on!

Not really a fan of this machine for various reasons .
The finished wash was good. But getting there was not
Reverted to an upright after a few months.
The replacement -F&P WA8560G1
It doesn't have the same high spin rate, but removes more stains than the front loader did.
For me, the upright is a better option.

Coming from a top loading machine, we were a little concerned that a front loader wouldn't do the same job but it does! This machine does an exceptional job and it doesn't take forever to clean your clothes. The "Everyday" cycle is done in just under an hour while the "Delicates" cycle only takes 45 minutes. We love the fact that you can customise the temperature and spin speed on all of the programmed cycles (that we use) and our clothes feel softer and cleaner than ever before. The 8.5kg capacity is great too. Highly recommended!

Dear friends and all, i have bought this model of washing machine and since i used it and its really fantastic . Its 8.5 kg loaded but even no noice and humming. Good for washing spin. No any outer noice even. And one of the best product of the international market.

Washes clothes very good compared to my old top loader .Uses alot less water .Has a wide variety of settings to use . Pretty quite except for the faster spin option . Good for larger loads just have to be careful with the amount of detergent you put in for a small load suds up a bit . Use a washing bag for small items, Leaves a bit of suds and water in the door rubber after each cycle.

Love this machine! No mould in rubber which everyone says is issue with front loaders.. great choice of cycle lengths And no lint in wash.. can not rave about it enough!! Did a lot of research before purchasing and so glad I went with this option !! Save on washing liquid too!

..thus sent back as considered, in my opinion, a design fault and based on principal was sent back; you spend a good deal of money and expect to install and away you go, but no, the drainage hose was too short to reach the sink right next to the front loader. I'm standing there scratching my head, "Like WTH.. I have to go out and buy an extension, get stuffed.." So, item was sent back and now looking at a different brand front loader that caters for a sink on either side, not just one side. Friend has one and recommended it and am confident it's a great product but... some idiot at Fisher & Paykel needs an upper cut. Anyway, thanks for reading but just a heads up!

Needed to install under bench and waste hose 600ml short to connect to sink spigot. No appropriate extension pipe with rubber grommet both ends. Contacted company by phone and email massive indifference. If you go to Harvey Norman and compare with other brands this product stands alone for such a short hose. It’s a product fault and they just don’t want to hear. Cost me money for plumber and to finally locate a fitting. Shocking service.

I moved from a top to front loader and never looked back. Although the machine takes a little longer than I expected, the quality of the wash and rinse is great! I enjoy the wrinkle free setting as well as the 15 minute quick wash - really handy for smaller loads.

I am so disappointed. This machine has so many good features, size of drum, quietness, good cycle options, does a good wash...so what went wrong? The machine is supposed to work on cold water only and heat the water if you want to select a temperature, I have now had 2 machines in 2 and a half months, both with same fault which is that it won't work on cold only unless you only ever want to do cold washes. F & P have zero customer care. They do not communicate, they have a so what attitude on the phone, you get no apologies, the service guy takes forever to get to you and they offer nothing to assist. I will never buy a F & P product again.