Samsung WA45T3200AW Top Load Washer vs Whirlpool 4.7 cu. ft. Top Load Washer

The Whirlpool is the better pick for most households. Its removable agitator gives you a flexible wash, it has a built-in faucet for pretreating stains, and it holds slightly more. The Samsung is simpler and quieter on paper thanks to Vibration Reduction Technology+, but it is an impeller machine with no steam and a 700 rpm spin that leaves clothes wetter. Owner ratings favor the Samsung (4.3 vs 4.1), while the Whirlpool's larger rating base and longer parts coverage make it the safer long-term buy.

• Choose the Samsung if you want a quiet, low-vibration top loader with app troubleshooting and a soft-close lid, and you mostly wash everyday loads.
• Choose the Whirlpool if you want a removable agitator, a built-in faucet for pretreating stains, and a bit more capacity for bulky items.