MAYTAG BRAVOS REVIEW ***UPDATE***

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  • MAYTAG BRAVOS REVIEW **UPDATE**

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  • @Gmonie72
    @Gmonie72 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got a used one and not happy with the water filling up insufficiently but grateful for your input about what settings to use to get it filled! I had a Samsung and was happy for years! The only common issue is that the shocks go out but not that often! Very good washer

  • @coolstuffilike6050
    @coolstuffilike6050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You've given a generously fair assessment, IMO, of this unit. I've owned one for five years, and until now I've been reluctantly satisfied. However, after two ($80 and $120) repairs that fell around Year 2 and Year 4, now I face a $300 repair. That's enough for me, the head of a household of a whopping THREE skinny people, one of whom now weighs 56 pounds). Today I officially ignored everybody who has ever had anything to say about this stuff and went with my own ulcered gut and bought what appears to be the opposite of what they all say I should. Yep, today is friggin Opposite Day; so deliver me the cheapest dial-decorated washer findable in a brick-and-mortar - $450 for a GE, which I've heard from so many experts is the least-reliable piece of trash out there (wife said it had to be a top-loader). We'll see how a so-called piece of trash compares to the "gold standard."

    • @carolc41657
      @carolc41657 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey I agree with you 💯 I have a Maytag bravo and it’s has cost me so much money well I also am looking for a washer

    • @jexanderarvelo3277
      @jexanderarvelo3277 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yo you got an update

  • @shikhalemuel6802
    @shikhalemuel6802 6 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    please just give me an old washer from the 80s. i want to put clothes in the washer and let them just sit if i am washing sports clothing. I want to be able to open and close my washer with no buttons. PLEASE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>newer is NOT better.

    • @imlkrsfn
      @imlkrsfn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check for used ones. You can still find good ones from people that think they're "upgrading".

  • @cookiecollins9000
    @cookiecollins9000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sometimes, I add a little jug of water to clothes, so clothes are heavier. It thinks there’s more clothes, so gives more water. Of course deep wash, and only half filled with clothes.

  • @Johnny-qe5wg
    @Johnny-qe5wg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you your info help me to not want to buy👍

  • @MaytagMachineManiac
    @MaytagMachineManiac 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with you on your assessment of this washer.
    I owned one just like yours and it lasted me about 8 years. It honestly did an ok job at best.
    I ended up learning the hard way I could mix clothes like sweaters and shirts as they would all get tangled up and cleaning would be lessened.
    Even on cycles that used a full tub of water. For example the bulky cycle, the agitation was to weak to pull the clothes down. Although once I figured out how to get the best results with this machine, it handled ok.
    Although I'm much happier with the replacement washer I got once my bravos died

    • @wowser2000
      @wowser2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What replacement machine did you get?

    • @MaytagMachineManiac
      @MaytagMachineManiac 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wowser2000 I got a GE GTW680

  • @MrPaulrak
    @MrPaulrak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After four years of residential use by a family of four our Maytag Bravos model MVWX655DW1 washer had an unacceptable failure of transmission part # W11035751 due to poor design. The output shaft that drives the tub and agitator is unprotected from corrosion and is submersed in each wash cycle and subsequently designed to fail. This preventable failure could be prevented by the designer by plating the shaft or constructing it of stainless, but then they would sell less washers. The transmission purchased on E-bay was half the price than if purchased from Maytag and worked wonderfully but has the same issue. The only thing I could do on the replacement transmission to slow the corrosion is to paint the shaft then coat with silicone during assembly. I know this will make disassembly more difficult in the future, but it is the only option I have as grease may not be used inside the wash tub. The other issue of concern was the build up of a quarter inch of mud under the agitator and around the wash tub despite the regular use of the proper cleaning products to periodically flush the washer. My expectation of Maytag products was one of quality design but after seeing this failure in a relatively short period of time, my expectation has changed greatly!

  • @JessicaGonzalez-lx9yb
    @JessicaGonzalez-lx9yb 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The softener stop coming out i don't know how to fix it.

  • @patcola7335
    @patcola7335 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing you got 5 years. I had that very model, I think it was MVWX700 ? in 2011 and it only lasted 2 years. Cleaned well when it worked but lightly built and vibrated like crazy on spin, even without clothes in it.
    This washer was not good on bulky cycle . Agitation was to weak. I got a lemon I guess. The control board started malfunctioning sporadically early on and I had a feeling bad things were in-store.
    My whites were the cleanest I probably ever had out of a washer with that machine. Especially dirty white socks it cleaned very well. Scrub board effect and concentrated detergent did the trick.
    Just wish these were more reliable and that they wouldn't dumb down the hot water use.
    Ultimately agitator washers are the best I think overall.

  • @marcom8107
    @marcom8107 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude, great honest review. Thanks for making.

  • @chantelmarrero5556
    @chantelmarrero5556 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use it, I don’t like it. Same complaints. And.... when it gets off balance it not only stops but it drains. There goes my detergent down the drain and my water bill rises up as it has to fill back up.
    It’s making a funny buzzy electrical sound when it agitates now that it didn’t make before, any thoughts on that would be appreciated. Too often the water level does not come up high enough and my wash is dry and not washed then I have to run it AGAIN. Not “high efficient” when I have to do that. I would not buy it again.

  • @jnordfors
    @jnordfors 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had mine about a year and just had first service call. Installer from Lowes put the hoses on backwards. Hot was cold, cold was hot. Being lazy couch potatoes, we just set the dial for hot when we wanted cold. LOL - Clothes were not getting clean so we assumed the agitation was off. The service person said that switch in temps was what caused the computer sensor to be off and that’s what caused the problem. He just switched the hoses, now cold really is cold, and he went on his merry way. This morning was first wash after service, and still not good. I now believe, thanks to you it was because we were washing everything on Normal and not Bulky so clothes were not getting wet enough. We won’t be buying another.

  • @Freeflorida123
    @Freeflorida123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My drain function faillled 2nd year..

  • @chasemarshall9012
    @chasemarshall9012 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I own a Bravos. It does not agitate the clothes. The items basically sit on to as the bottom agitator moves underneath. Horrible design.

  • @royals24u
    @royals24u 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    worst washer i have ever owned

  • @BrewersArcade
    @BrewersArcade 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hate mine but it’s lasted 4 years since I’ve bought it and hasn’t failed. Bought a Maytag Commercial washer 2018 model. Wanted a Speed Queen but the new model has such bad reviews!

  • @rushmore120
    @rushmore120 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've got a Bravos xl, it an extra large washer but if you put a lot of clothes in, like you should be able to, like he says, some clothes don't even get wet let alone clean.. Give me a washer with an agitator any day..

  • @donfletcher2602
    @donfletcher2602 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My Maytag bravos was bouncing out of control soon after purchasing. I had three different service techs try to fix problem. One even said his bounces at home and not much you can do about it. I refused to give up on an American icon like Maytag. I eventually spoke to a service manger and he confirmed the problem was in the way I was loading washer. YOU MUST LOAD EVENLY AROUND THE SMALL AGITATOR. Just like you did with the old school washers. Now our flip flops wearing Sales rep did not share this little detail with me. So if you don't load correctly the washer will go out of balance. Now here's the kicker. After washing clothes out of balance for a few months, the drive shaft gets bent maybe slightly maybe more, but it won't take much of a bend to make washer basket to sound like all hell breaking lose. So the forth repairman came out and replaced the old drive shaft in about 30 minutes. The drive shaft is under the 10 year warranty so get it done and see for your self. My washer runs great now. I do wash jeans and towels by themselves and everything on deep water. But hang in there, you Maytag washer isn't thePOS you think it is. You just weren't given correct instructions on how to operate and proper loading isn't mentioned in hand book. Good luck and give it a try.

  • @ronaldsiegrist156
    @ronaldsiegrist156 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    i have had lots of problems. model MVWX 655 DW. purchased 03/24/2017
    never ever filled properly... it NEVER on ANY SETTING ever filled water level to top of clothes. i tried every setting. very noisy, and yes clothes tangle. multiple service calls. now in 2 years this machine is beyond repair and thank goodness that i bought the extended full warranty. going to call lowes warranty insurance division now to see how they are going to handle this. I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER ONE OF THESE. Maytag once was a really great manufacturer. these days they are just like the other junk. built to fail now, not built to last.

  • @KingdomUploader
    @KingdomUploader 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Help us out? We need a washer for cheap and one rarely ever shows up on the facebook sale groups. Today, someone posted a bravos x for only $50! They say that sometimes it will spin and sometimes it won't spin.
    In your opinion, if the spin issue is NOT due to clothes being unevenly distributed, do you think we could fix that pretty easily? Also, we saw another youtube vid that showed how to "recalibrate" the machine; have you ever done that and does it help anything? Thanks

  • @debh7174
    @debh7174 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this information! This helped greatly with my decision.

  • @Mr_Chris77
    @Mr_Chris77 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    They make a commercial Maytag top loader with a five year warranty, ten year on the motor. The outside is all galvanized steel and looks like something from the 80s. The only issue is that it's $800. Cheaper than a speed queen and will clean better than a new speed queen. Hell, a $400 Amana will clean better than the 2018 speed queens. Talk about a company that ruined themselves.

  • @moniqueval3254
    @moniqueval3254 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I do not like washer or dryer loud and dryer is not working to par ugh so frustrated

  • @mooregood2009
    @mooregood2009 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Mine is a POS !! I won't buy Maytag again. The water level doesn't get the clothes on top wet, even on deep cycle. It doesn't agitate the clothes during the cycle. It just rubs the bottom clothes to death. The spin cycle does a decent job of removing what little water there is. This machine looks nice, but the performance is a joke !!

    • @bakersfieldca5251
      @bakersfieldca5251 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I buy it a month ago and dont like it same water level suck

    • @derekmilligan
      @derekmilligan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same complaint here. It doesn't even clean my clothes. I've never had such a horrible washer and dryer. All my clothes come out extremely wrinkled. Absolutely horrible.

    • @teamv2006
      @teamv2006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same here only half the clothes are washing. what a joke. Shoulda got a used one from the 90's

  • @katienethery6512
    @katienethery6512 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have the same issue with it snagging towels and eventually they end up as my husband shop rags because they get ripped so bad.

  • @teamv2006
    @teamv2006 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Doesnt even cover the clothes with water

    • @Freeflorida123
      @Freeflorida123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have to put it on the bulky sheets setting in order to fill the water drum that's the only way it will do it otherwise it's high efficiency no water you end up with dirty clothes

    • @pineapple365
      @pineapple365 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Freeflorida123 I’m going to try this, what about where should I put the detergent, in the labeled compartment or in the machine? I’m sick of getting white streaks on my clothes😭. Our old washing machine from the 90s with the tall agitator thing was so much better. I miss it... never thought I would miss a washing machine haha this much 😂

    • @rjenkins7361
      @rjenkins7361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pineapple365 Me too!! We basically wash our clothes and then have to rinse them again! Very frustrating!

    • @pineapple365
      @pineapple365 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rjenkins7361 yes this washing machine just makes our lives more harder than it has be...I am 100% sure that these machines are manufactured in hell🤣

    • @rjenkins7361
      @rjenkins7361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pineapple365 😂 100%!

  • @sandrahanshaw5700
    @sandrahanshaw5700 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My washer is 3.5 years old and need the beating replaced. The spin cycle is so loud you can here it in the bedrooms, the laundry room is located at the far end of the house the other side from the bedrooms. Labor cost to repair $350 Maytag said they would cover parts. Does a good job washing. Expect a washer to last at least 8-10 Years or longer. So disappointed. We decided to replace the washer. Now reading reviews checking consumer reports. 😩

  • @xaviersanders3938
    @xaviersanders3938 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Do not buy Maytag bravos, it’s a pos, mine has rust at only 4 months and has had service done twice !

    • @janelehman8824
      @janelehman8824 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine too!! Horrible ugly rust on beautiful finish ...

    • @lassieherbert5128
      @lassieherbert5128 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Xavier Sanders
      Have you bought anything better you like since this post? Thanks, I’m looking to buy one now.

    • @imlkrsfn
      @imlkrsfn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rust where?

    • @dianeryan1540
      @dianeryan1540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@janelehman8824 I also had rust around the detergent dispenser! I called Maytag and they charge for someone to come out and look at it. The machine is only 3 years old and it’s inside the house.

    • @dianeryan1540
      @dianeryan1540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What did they do about the rust?

  • @jbgray1960
    @jbgray1960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would rather have a top load any day. Frontload washer will walk on you. You let a load get offset. It will wabble and walk out on you

  • @janelehman8824
    @janelehman8824 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My machine developednan odor even after numerous cycles w/ cleaner.Then I noticed the RUST!!!! UNDER the top area where you put detergent & bleach..I made it a point to dry my washer after finishing my laundry but then the odor started.

    • @dianeryan1540
      @dianeryan1540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I have the same problem! Did they do anything about it?

  • @Freeflorida123
    @Freeflorida123 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have to put it on bulky sheets to fill drum full...non he

  • @wowser2000
    @wowser2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My machine doesn't spin fast enough to remove most of the water; I often have run loads through spin cycle two or three times. Incredibly irritating and definitely not energy efficient when you have to do this repeatedly. My next washing machine will have higher RPMs, and it will NOT be another Bravos.

    • @mikecloutier4794
      @mikecloutier4794 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      loads not balanced. causes this problem and won't spin. imagine a high speed spin out of balance, the drum will bounce right out of the machine.

    • @wowser2000
      @wowser2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mikecloutier4794 True--but the load *becomes* unbalanced during the wash or spin cycle (I don't know which). I always distribute the laundry in the machine evenly.

  • @MariaTorres-fi8ub
    @MariaTorres-fi8ub 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you

  • @deniker1
    @deniker1 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    look at the maytag MVWP575GW I dont't know if its any quieter but it will clean better

    • @myreviews321
      @myreviews321  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bob Oliver I actually brought a GE front load washer, will have a review in that soon.

  • @williamanderson4681
    @williamanderson4681 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    They tangle when you load them incorrectly. Read the owners manual and don't overload.

  • @charlesw4160
    @charlesw4160 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the MAYTAG BRAVOS washer and dryer set on the first floor of my house and on the second floor of my house. These units were purchased in 2019. Today, Thanksgiving day 2020, I put a small load in the the upstairs washer and the washer would not start. It wouldn't do any thing. I checked the power to the washer and it is fine. I will call Maytag tomorrow to see what could be wrong. I will get it fixed but, I will get rid of these shit things in about 5 to 7 years and I will not recommend them to anyone, not even my first wife whom I cannot stand. You just lost my future dollars Maytag!

  • @sharonproctor3085
    @sharonproctor3085 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a brand new Maytag set. I hate it. Water doesn't cover the clothes. Clothes have lent all over them,

  • @thomasjones361
    @thomasjones361 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m your number one fan.

    • @martybaker8736
      @martybaker8736 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      You mean the one fan?

    • @myreviews321
      @myreviews321  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      one at a time Marty, one at a time

  • @debbiestratton1534
    @debbiestratton1534 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bought the Maytag Bravos. 2 years old and the agitator has gone out twice.

    • @ronaldsiegrist156
      @ronaldsiegrist156 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes, mine went out as well and lowes extended warranty is rejecting it as being beyond feasible repair cost. lets see how they handle this now. i still have to call that special replacement/refund division.

    • @blissfuljoy6049
      @blissfuljoy6049 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did you know the agitator was out? We just replaced the water pump and now it will spin but the wash plate doesn't move. In other videos it looks like the plate will spin freely when broken but mine doesn't. I'm trying to figure out if it could be a transmission issue or something else 🤦‍♀️

  • @benbrewer5853
    @benbrewer5853 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most people overload them

  • @karlagb1186
    @karlagb1186 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    One more negative, it doesn't have a buzzer to tell you the cycle is finished completely.

  • @andrewdistelrath3466
    @andrewdistelrath3466 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mines a POS! It has broken down 4 times and has been completely replaced once. Stay away from this crap washer.

  • @cmlackey1
    @cmlackey1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I hate this machine, it's crap, broke down numerous times, it won't wash blankets and spin out properly. Goes unlevel constantly. Won't spin, lid lock is now broke. Run from this machine.

  • @carlmay9532
    @carlmay9532 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha. :30 he says “this is a high efficiency washer.” Sitting in “sensing” mode forever and then not doing anything is NOT efficient. It’s so finicky. Decides when it wants and doesn’t want to work. I hate this stupid thing.

  • @paulrinehart4262
    @paulrinehart4262 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maytag,whirlpoo, Kenmore, run away from these! All the same company.😠

  • @micheleferry3654
    @micheleferry3654 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the worst washer I have ever owned. I have only had it a couple weeks and has already tore up some of my clothes. Had maytag repair man here. He basically stated that the machine is crap and the complaints i have are same as everyone else. Some clothes don't even get wet. Can't get clothes clean if they do not get wet. I feel Maytag has ripped off everyone that has purchased this brand. I will never own a maytag again!!!

  • @dannymitchum5
    @dannymitchum5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i hate my washer nothing but high dollar junk dont buy.

  • @bettyharbeintner3636
    @bettyharbeintner3636 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do not like this Washer I bought both Washer and Dryer and they don't get the stains out of the close and the dryer drys ok but lint is on the close looks horrible on the dark close I'm so disappointed and they cost so much money. you cant just go out and get another set I like the older ones much better this is not good quality

  • @rebecas4447
    @rebecas4447 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    necesito comentarios en español

  • @joogledlay1225
    @joogledlay1225 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t make enough money to buy new stuff so almost everything I own I either get free or almost free. I get a free machine or trade something for it and it goes bad in about 2 years or less and I repeat the process. I often buy it with a problem and fix it. In those endeavors, I have found the people giving away machines with problems do the worst with Samsung. Now Samsung makes excellent phones(their cheap or free phones are worse due to price not quality). They make other good products but stay away from Samsung appliances until they get their act together. Yes, they are worse even than the brands you guys are complaining about.

    • @imlkrsfn
      @imlkrsfn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes without question Samsung has the worst appliances

  • @mukiemuk1968
    @mukiemuk1968 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Throw it out

  • @Floridarailz
    @Floridarailz 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Get a speed queen

    • @kimnicho
      @kimnicho 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Florida Railfankid - we were all set to purchase a speedqueen but the TR5 is terrible. And we needed a new washer now. It’s too bad as they aren’t cheap

  • @mukiemuk1968
    @mukiemuk1968 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whirlpool owns Maytag.

  • @kenjarzombek-l4r
    @kenjarzombek-l4r 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stay away from Maytag and whirlpool high-efficiency washers

  • @petermaz701
    @petermaz701 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve heard many similar reviews about these wash plate styled washers personally I would never get one I had it I returned it luckily they took it back I bought a speed queen instead no problems whatsoever works like a dream

    • @paulmcneill6259
      @paulmcneill6259 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does not add enough water to get clothes clean. I have to carry water in a bucket. Do not buy this model.

  • @williamanderson4681
    @williamanderson4681 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sure go buy a Asian built washer . That will solve your problems lol

  • @howarddaley1161
    @howarddaley1161 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    mooregood. Amen Sir.

  • @umajunkcollector
    @umajunkcollector 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SPEED QUEEN

    • @myreviews321
      @myreviews321  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      umajunkcollector overpriced and they brake too fan boy

    • @umajunkcollector
      @umajunkcollector 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      then go buy a Samsung or Whirlpoo.

    • @rrrogster
      @rrrogster 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      All BEFORE 2018 Models. None after.

  • @Prophet10Joseph10
    @Prophet10Joseph10 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the most dumbest things i have seen by washing machine manufacturers it the design of the top load washing machines. The limit there sales by the design of the machines. Kind of stupid. But i am not going to tell them how to correct it. They have to pay for knowledge, just like the whole world.

  • @colleenc4624
    @colleenc4624 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not to be too critical but how the heck can you give a review and not know the cubic capacity? Absolutely ridiculous!!!

    • @myreviews321
      @myreviews321  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know, it's been years I believe it is 4.2 they also made another size as well

  • @jrcfishon7362
    @jrcfishon7362 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Piece of shizzle! Less than 4 years old and transmission just went. They wanted 600 to fix. Did it myself for 300 still too much!
    Stay away!

  • @tonyhamaker968
    @tonyhamaker968 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i wouldn't buy the washer again

  • @daveyjones8821
    @daveyjones8821 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    get to the point