Samsung Washing Machine Reviews and Prices

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Two Samsung washers make our Best Washing Machines of 2024 rating: the Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer and the Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer. The top-load model also places at No.1 in our Best Top-Load Washing Machines of 2024 rating, while the front-load model ties for the top spot in our Best Front-Load Washing Machines of 2024 list. Both models also place in our Best Cheap Washing Machines of 2024 rating.

Samsung is a manufacturer of household appliances that got its start in 1969. Since then, it has become a leader in electronics, producing devices such as TVs, headphones, and smartphones. True to its roots, the company continues to make highly-rated front-load and top-load washers.

Washers Reviewed

Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer Review

Model numbers: WF45T6000AW, WF45T6000AP, WF45T6000AV

#1 in Best Washing Machines of 2024 (tie)
#1 in Best Front-Load Washing Machines of 2024 (tie)
#1 in Best Cheap Washing Machines of 2024

The Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer ties for No. 1 in both our Best Washing Machines of 2024 and Best Front-Load Washing Machines of 2024 ratings. It also earns the top spot in our Best Cheap Washing Machines of 2024 rating.

It has a capacity of 4.5 cubic feet. Though this isn’t the largest offering in our ratings, it’s roomy enough to fit bulky items like bedding. The WF45T6000A is equipped with Vibration Reduction Technology (VRT) to reduce noise and vibration, which comes in handy if you want to do laundry while others in your household are sleeping.

This smart washing machine has 10 preset cycles, including standard cycles like whites and delicates, as well as more specialized cycles for activewear and bedding. There’s also a Self Clean option so you can keep the machine itself fresh. The washer will notify you about every 40 cycles to let you know it’s time to clean it.

The unit’s control panel is fairly straightforward but may take some getting used to if you’re coming from a less-advanced machine. There’s a large dial that allows you to toggle between wash cycles and an LED display with buttons so you can change the temperature, rinse quantity, spin speed, and soil level.

The Samsung WF45T6000A has a Smart Care function that pairs with the Samsung Smart Washer/Dryer app, allowing you to troubleshoot problems with your machine from your smartphone.

This front-loading machine comes in three finishes: platinum, white, and brushed black. Shoppers also have the option to add risers for an additional cost. The standard warranty covers parts and labor for one year and the motor for up to 10 years.

How Much Does the Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer Cost?

The Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer starts at $949. It comes in three finishes – platinum, white, and brushed black – with a difference in price depending on which finish you choose. The white and brushed black are the cheaper options, as the platinum finish retails for $100 more at $1,049.

You can also add a pedestal, a platform that raises your machine to a more comfortable height for loading and unloading, for an extra price. The white pedestal is $259, while all other finishes cost $279. Aside from making your machine more accessible, pedestals can also be used to store laundry items like detergent.

Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot WF45T6000A Front-Load Washer vs. the Competition

Samsung WF45T6000A vs. LG 5-Cubic-Foot WM4200H Front-Load Washer

The Samsung WF45T6000A and the LG WM4200H are both smart, high-efficiency machines, though they have some notable differences. The Samsung washer has a 4.5-cubic-foot capacity while the LG is slightly larger at 5 cubic feet.

Additionally, the Samsung has 10 preset wash cycles while the LG has 14, including a TurboWash 360 option that can clean a large load in 30 minutes. Unlike the Samsung, the LG features a cycle called Allergiene, which eliminates 95% of pet dander and dust, making it a great pick for people with allergies.

Both washers can connect to an app to provide you with a diagnosis of your machine. Additionally, both come with noise-reducing features. The Samsung has VRT while the LG boasts a TrueBalance Anti-Vibration System and LoDecibel Quiet Operation.

Learn more in our LG washers review.

Samsung WF45T6000A vs. GE 4.8-Cubic-Foot GTW720BSNWS Top-Load Washer

The most obvious difference between the Samsung WF45T6000A and the GE GTW720BSNWS is their loading style. The Samsung is a front-loading washing machine, while the GE is a top-load washer. Additionally, the Samsung includes smart features, which allow you to troubleshoot your machine from your smartphone. With the GE, however, you need an extra part, GE’s U+ connect module, which costs $50, if you want to be able to connect your machine to Wi-Fi.

The GE is more limited in terms of finishes. It only comes in white, while the Samsung is available in three finishes: white, brushed black, and platinum. However, they’re comparable when it comes to capacity, and they both have vibration-reduction technology that ensures a quieter operation.

Learn more in our GE Appliances washers review.

Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer Review

Model numbers: WA50R5400AW, WA50R5400AV

#9 in Best Washing Machines of 2024
#1 in Best Top-Load Washing Machines of 2024
#4 in Best Cheap Washing Machines of 2024

With a score of 3.9 out of 5, the Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer places at No. 9 in our Best Washing Machines of 2024 rating. It also places at No. 1 in our Best Top-Load Washing Machines of 2024 list and No. 4 in our evaluation of the Best Cheap Washing Machines of 2024.

It has a large, 5-cubic-feet capacity and a Deep Fill option that can detect the size of your load, adding extra water when necessary so all your items are soaked. Despite its larger size, it has a shallow tub design that makes it easier to reach into the machine when it’s time to remove clothes.

There are 12 preset wash cycles, including a Super Speed wash option that can complete a load in about 36 minutes. Other wash cycles include whites, darks, activewear, and delicates. It also has a Delay End option, meaning you can program your machine to finish your wash at a later time, a handy feature if you need to run a cycle when you’re not at home.

Though it lacks Wi-Fi connectivity, you can use the unit’s Smart Care feature to troubleshoot your machine. Once you select this option, your washer will display a code that you can scan with Samsung’s Smart Washer/Dryer app. The app will then interpret this information and give you solutions.

The Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer comes in two finishes: white and fingerprint-resistant black stainless steel.

How Much Does the Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer Cost?

The Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer retails for $1,099. There’s no option to purchase risers or pedestals at checkout, but you can add an installation service for about $25 and/or have your old appliance hauled away for $15 if you purchase the machine directly from Samsung’s site. Shipping is free from the manufacturer.

Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot WA50R5400A Top-Load Washer vs. the Competition

Samsung WA50R5400A vs. GE 4.8-Cubic-Foot GTW720BSNWS Top-Load Washer

A similar option to the Samsung WA50R5400A, the GE 4.8-Cubic-Foot GTW720BSNWS Top-Load Washer also has 12 wash cycles and a deep fill option for larger loads. The Samsung can be monitored via a corresponding app. With the GE, however, you’ll need to purchase a part (GE’s U+ connect module) for an additional $50 if you want Wi-Fi connectivity.

Unlike the Samsung model, the GE has preset options for jeans and sanitizing, as well as an auto soak function that will soak your clothes for two hours before starting the official cycle – a great feature for items that need a deep cleaning. Neither machine has an agitator and instead rely on specialized designs inside the drums that help effectively clean your laundry.

Learn more in our GE Appliances washers review.

Samsung WA50R5400A vs. LG 5-Cubic-Foot WM4200H Front-Load Washer

If you prefer a front-load washer, you can get many of the same features as the Samsung WA50R5400A with this LG 5-Cubic-Foot WM4200H washer. It has the same drum capacity and a power clean option that finishes a load in under 30 minutes. It’s also Wi-Fi-enabled and has built-in intelligence that can choose a wash cycle for you.

The LG has 14 preset wash cycles, compared the Samsung’s 12, one of which is a dedicated allergy cycle that’s ideal for those who are sensitive to allergens.

If you go through a lot of laundry, there's also an option to add a pedestal washer to give you the option to wash two loads at once. (Though the pedestal washer fits much less the main washer.)

Learn more in our LG washers review.

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