Review your last buy on ProductReview.com.au
Samsung QuickDrive Front Loader has been discontinued. See the Best Washing Machines.
5Samsung QuickDrive Front Loader

Samsung QuickDrive Front Loader

 Verified
5Samsung QuickDrive Front Loader
2.8

13 reviews

Positive vs Negative
46%54%
Build Quality
2.5
Value for Money
1.7
Ease of Use
3.7
Cleaning & Maintenance
3.2
Noise Level
2.2
Kim
Kim
  WW85M74FNOR

Worst washing machine I have owned – I purchased this washing machine close to 3 years ago. From day one it has been problematic to the point that I asked Samsung if I could return the item not long after I purchased it (the answer was no). In this time it has had a constant leak from the door and has had a new rubber door seal and a replacement door which did not fix the issue, it… Read more

still leaks. After 1.5 years the drum broke and was replaced under warranty. This week (almost 1.5 years since the replacement drum) the drum has broken again and ripped apart the inside of the machine, the repairman decomissioned the machine as it was unsafe to use. I am yet to hear back from Samsung about whether they will repair the machine again as they claim it is outside of warranty, however I would be unsatisfied with anything but a refund at this point as it is not a machine I want to continue using, it is unreliable and of poor build quality.

Dodo M.
Dodo M.7 posts
  WW85M74FNOR
Value for Money
Ease of Use
Cleaning & Maintenance
Noise Level

Does the job but not worth the price – It washes OK I guess (not too picky with it, so I can't tell how good washing quality in comparison to other brands) and there are many functions you can choose from, I like the design too but it's super loud and when it spins at 1200 or 1400 it shakes so hard. I always have to adjust it to 1000 or less (more damp when clothes comes out). For the price I would have gone to a different brand.  Show details

Ei
EiVIC7 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

Terrible machine – Moves all over the place its so noisy it doesn't wash properly leaves stains on clothes so sorry I bought it ....its going back thats for sure unfortunately so disappointed  Show details

Dean
DeanVIC11 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

Biggest Disappointment – Bought this machine after our LG front loader's drum bearings started to go and became noisy. Bought a Bosch Serie 8 (Made in Germany) model which the motor blew within the first week. Took that back and bought this big disappoinment of a Samsung Front Loader. I was going to buy another LG when the sales assistant convinced me that that Samsung… Read more

was a better washer. Yeah, no it's not. Here is my list of faults; - Wifi an utter waste of time and gimmick. The Wifi disconnects when the machine turns off. So I cant even check what the machine is up to. - Front door leaks. Doesn't matter what is in the machine the door will leak. - Rattles and Squeaks - Anyone would think this thing was a 20 year old Hoover top loader with a pair of shoes bouncing around in it (yes I have removed the transportation bolts and levelled the feet!) and the back cover rattles. - Pump makes all kinds of loud abnormal sounds. - Sometimes gets stuck on a cycle and won't finish unless I pause the machine and start it again. - Back agitator plate in a gimmick. Its always moving in the same direction. - Still uses a belt and pulley system for the motor. Not direct drive like the LG. My honest opinion. It's rubbish buy something else. Mine is due to get repaired, but it is going straight back to the store for a different machine.

Samsung
Samsung    

We are very sorry to hear of the number of issues you are… Read more

karen55
karen55VIC88 posts
  Verified WW85M74FNOR

Love it – Just the right size for medium family. 8.5 kilo. Large array of washes unlike my old machine. Does a great wash. Much better than my previous top loader. Hold 4 peoples washing every two days with ease. Quiet while running, definitely recommend. Good price saved $100 purchasing from goodguys ebay store. Show details

  • Thumbnail
  • Thumbnail
Mick L
Mick LNSW11 posts
  Verified WW85M74FNOR

Cleans so much better than a top loader – Not happy at first. When we saw it in the shop we plugged it in and the display said 1:04h to do a cotton wash which is fast. We got it home and when it weighs a full load it recalculates and takes 2:58h to complete the full load wash. This is crazy, how does it take this long? Has to go back tomorrow. It’s a shame because it’s a good looking… Read more ·  2

machine that feels very well built. We bought it because the Qdrive was supposed to be very fast and the addwash feature was very handy. It has lots of modes, plus steam and bubblesoak which all sounded cool. After three hours washing our clothes are so much cleaner than our old top loader, and they are so dry from the high speed spin you can’t believe they were ever wet. But it takes 3 hours! Also note that according to the manual on the 15 minute wash mode you can only wash 2kg of clothes, and on the 39 minute fast wash you can only wash 5kg of clothes. Be sure to read the manual before you buy as there are different load limits on different modes. UPDATE: when we ran the calibration function again the machine now takes only about an hour. Very happy.

Brooke B
Brooke BVIC7 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

Good machine, with lots of options – I was apprehensive about going from a top loader to a front loader due to renovations and space constraints. The cycles don't seem to take that much longer, but I like the option of the fast 15 minute wash. Also happy with the add wash door. Having 2 small children I am forever finding socks and clothes around the house just as I've started a… Read more

cycle. The add wash door allows me to add these items in without having to wait for the next load. Also loving the wash to dry option. This simply means that I can have clothes washed and dried in the one cycle without having to touch anything. I haven't tried the WiFi start yet, but it's handy to get the notifications once the load has finished. I use the delayed start time feature more than the WiFi start. Bonus points for the little jingle that plays once the cycle has finished. My kids love to do a little dance to it every time!

Omann1
Omann19 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

Great Washer – Was hesitant at first as we had a front loader before. Excellent machine with 15 minute fast wash, can open door during cycle and it has a small door also. Has agitator at the back and sides. We have recently upgraded from a popular brand top loader and would never go back. The only issue is that they don’t sell a pedastel for this model.  Show details

Joanne
Joanne
  WW85M74FNOR

Not happy – Machine changes program after 1.08 seconds from a 1 hour to a 3 hour with. Parts replaced twice with technician saying he has no idea why. Replace 3 days ago, same thing, all on video for them to see. Time for money back I think.  Show details

Samsung
Samsung    

Hi Joanne, I'm sorry to hear about your unit. This… Read more

Jepjep
Jepjep
  Verified WW85M74FNOR

WiFi not working and not customer support – WiFi not working (It says I don't have permission and it's already registered in a different region) I purchased the WiFi option because of my busy work schedule, and being able to start it before returning home so I'm able to hang the clothes out before they start to smell. I Contacted Sumsang, no return phone call after they advised they'd get… Read more

back to me within 48 hours with a resolution. I rang back a week later and they gave me the same responce , I rang the retailer and they replaced it after Samsung wouldn't respond to them either. Same issue and there's now a defect in the plastic. I wouldn't recommend Samsung washing machine WW85M74FNOR - 8.5KG Front load washer Due to 2 faulty machines, terrible customer service and a cheap product with expensive price tag.

Samsung
Samsung    

This doesn’t sound right and I am sorry for your… Read more

Lin
LinWA8 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

Noisy At First but Still Worth It – Upgraded our old Samsung which is still going strong 20yrs on and the youngest has it now! This one was noisy at first which we were upset about, but we thought give it a chance, glad we did after about 6/7 washes the noise went. The washes are as always superb. The Add Door is a great advantage as well as the gentle reminder to clean the drum. Hopefully it lasts at least as long as the last one :)  Show details

Wendy W
Wendy W4 posts
  WW85M74FNOR

TERRIBLE NOISY WASHING MACHINE – I bought this machine being the cream of the crop, It should come with a warning sticker on it that it is a noisy machine. I rang them after the first wash. It is louder than my old 20 year old front loader, I have had Samsung out and a part has been replaced, even the serviceman said it was loud, but it is still loud, a real buzzing noise that… Read more

you can hear 3 rooms away. I have had no satisfaction from customer service, as apparently because it washes your clothes it is within the specifications of the machine. I would not recommend this machine to my worst friend, do yourself a favour do not buy

Samsung
Samsung    

Hi Wendy, I'm sorry to hear that. I would like to look… Read more

Dave G
Dave G
  WW85M74FNOR

Nice and Quick! – Very happy with our new washing machine. Wash cycle is quick and the quality of the wash was been good every time as well. i also really like Add Door, which I use for jumper that I just need to spin dry. Would definitely recommend.

ProductReview.com.au has affiliate partnerships. These do not influence our content moderation policies in any way, though ProductReview.com.au may earn commissions for products/services purchased via affiliate links.