Mini Washing Machines

Over time, detergent residue, mildew and grime build up inside your washer, which affects performance and damages internal parts. This guide breaks down exactly how to clean washing machines using simple methods for both front-loading and top-loading models.

We've picked the best washing machine for each specific situation. Your household is different from your neighbour's, and the right pick depends on how many people you're washing for, how much space you have and what features matter most to you.

Need a new dryer to go with your washing machine? Check out our Dryer Buying Guide for all the tips and our best picks.

Outgrown your old washing machine or kitting out a first home laundry? Maybe your existing model is always on the blink and you’re thinking early retirement is the only answer? Upgrading or replacing this essential household appliance needn’t cost the earth with The Good Guys in your corner. We can help you find the best value washing machines. We’re talking about low-cost washing machines that roll up their sleeves to get the job done, while also delivering on the latest tech and features to save you time and energy every washday (hello, auto dosing and Buzz Lightyear-fast cycles!).

If I had a dollar for every time a customer asked me whether to go with a front loader washing machine in their laundry or stick to a top loader, I’d be a very wealthy man. But, seriously, choosing a new washing machine can be a big call.

And like every major home appliance purchase, the answer will always depend on your budget, your household needs – and the space where that shiny new workhorse washer will go.

So, top loader or front loader? To help you decide whether you should make the change to a front loader washing machine, let’s run through some of the burning questions I hear most often from our customers.