Maytag Top Load Washer with Agitator vs Maytag Top-Load Agitator Washer

Both are Maytag top-load agitator washers with the same 360-degree Power agitator and Deep Fill, so the wash action is close. The 4.7 cu. ft. model (A) is the better pick for families with bulky loads: it has the larger drum, a built-in water faucet for pretreating, and an Extra Power button. The 5.2 cu. ft. model (B) lists a smaller 4.2 cu. ft. drum despite its name, but adds a Sanitize with Oxi cycle, a cycle status light, and a 10-year limited parts warranty on the drive motor and wash basket. Owners of both praise the simple knobs and tough cleaning; the common complaints are noise and no steam.

• Choose the Maytag 4.7 cu. ft. if you want the bigger drum, a built-in faucet for pretreating stains, and a one-touch Extra Power boost.
• Choose the Maytag 5.2 cu. ft. if you want a Sanitize with Oxi cycle, a cycle status light, and the longer drive-motor and basket warranty.