Samsung AddWash Front Loader
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Superb! – This machine is perfect. Everything from work clothes to bright whites come out clean without soaking. It even handles queen blankets and doonas without a problem. I love the quick 15-minute cycle as it means I can get all the towels washed before work. I use the little door much more than I thought I would, especially when doing a load of whites, as I'm always finding extra socks under the kids' beds or under a chair AFTER I've began the load. The spin cycles are great! The full spin means my clothes and towels etc come out almost dry and only need a short time on the line, saving them from the harsh damage from the sun.
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Disappointing – Broke down after 6 months. Samsung or the retailer weren't interested in resolving the issues. The machine had issues draining, stopping mid cycle and then kept displaying error messages. Had other Samsung appliances before that have been good. Unfortunately though this front loader has ruined my perception of Samsung. Will not be purchasing Samsung products again.
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This is the worst washing machine that I have ever purchased - Seal broke and leaked within 18 months replaced with original parts Machine not draining properly - clothes come out smelling worse than when they went in Having to do two washes - to try and get clothes clean Drum not spinning properly - clothes need to be constantly put through… Read more
another drain and spin cycle to try and get the clothes to a point that they can be dried. Unfortunately sold the machine by the good guys on the gimmick of the “add wash’ door which was the only good thing that worked with this machine
Would not buy a Samsung Washing Machine again terrible !!
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Worst machine ever! I purchased this in 2017 with now the second fault reported to Samsung. I was told it’s not worth repairing as it’s expensive and also reading so many other reviews looks like we all have the same issue! Absolutely disgraceful for a machine to have 2 faults within 8 years especially for the price we pay, and based on other… Read more
reviews on various platforms it seems the spider arm breaking causing smoke and toxic fumes is very common with this machine, yet as with everyone else Samsung took no responsibility and seem to be getting away with selling such substandard products.
Samsung take no responsibility and offer me 15% discount, I own multiple Samsung products but this was the most disappointing experience with any appliance I’ve had.
Terrible washing machine. Less than 6 months and broken and Samsung is not honouring the warranty as they claim it is not manufacturer's fault without detail. Back and forth for a month without resolution, slow delay in response and in general very very poor customer service. Pay a little more and get a better washing machine. If they want to… Read more
enter this washing machine market they have a long way to go and they need to do a lot better. Never getting another Samsung again.
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Just 5 Years , family of 2, 3 loads per week, Washing machine broken. After Service broken again within 10 months – I purchased Samsung 8.5kg AddWash™ Front Load Washer - WW85K5410WW with an ideal expectation that the product will last at least 10 years for the brand value, unfortunately, at the 5th year itself it's broken (devloped louder noise and drum dropped )the regardless of limited usage for a family of 2 adults. Reported this issue with Samsung, after… Read more
having numerous follow-up's via live chat and phone calls, sharing evidences of (photos , videoclips)broken washing machine, finally a case was raised and was allocated to a manager . Thereafter ,having a few chase up's finally received a phone call from the case manager. Initially, the case manager was reluctant to help, but after understanding my concern, he was willing to help by organizing a complementary repair from an authorized Samsung Service center. Service company phoned me to pick up the washing machine for repair and delivered it in a week post repair.
Unfortunately the repair didn't even last for a year, it's broken again. created huge noise with vibration as well, had to turn off the washing machine . Reported the issue with Samsung. Same old story, raised with customer service with relevant evidences, case created.
Received a phone call from Samsung. All this while I was thinking Samsung Customer Support is really helpful and supportive with the customers based on my prior experience, but after this phone call, my impression totally changed.
The person who spoke with me over the phone was totally impatient, so rude and not willing to listen to my concern at all. The staff had a prejudice to not let the customer talk and not to raise any further concerns. I've specially taken time from my work to attend the phone call, unfortunately the staff was neither respecting the value of my time nor my concern .
I have politely asked to talk with the staff's supervisor as the staff was totally impatient and cut me numerous times , but the staff firmly denied stating this can't escalate any further. Such a huge disappointment , I never ever expected this from Samsung . In short, no respect for Customer's concern.
The staff let my respect for Samsung's product go down totally, I will not buy any more from Samsung.
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Awesome machine until it isn’t…….updated – We purchased the washing machine and matching heat pump dryer late last year. Hefty price tag but we thought worth it after our last Samsung washer didn’t miss a beat for 8 years until it died. We’ve followed all guides to the letter, making sure no zippers etc can cause any damage whatsoever yet within 6 months the washing machine starts leaking… Read more
an absurd amount of water from underneath. Call it in and without anyone coming to inspect the machine, get a call from the authorised repairer stating they have the part - a seal - and I should be thankful that we aren’t being charged for it. Are you serious!!?? I should be thankful!! Your machine is faulty and I should be the one who is thankful!?! Clearly this is an issue for the machine if they can pinpoint the issue without coming out to inspect the machine first. Not to mention that it will be out of action for over 9 days by the time someone comes out to repair it. For a $3,000 washing machine I expect more than this. I am disappointed beyond belief with Samsung at the moment after spending 5k on washing machine and dryer, 4.5k on fridge and multiple call outs for repairs to faults outside our control. Get your act together Samsung.
Update post repair. There was no part required - there was something under the outer casing that hadn’t been tightened at the manufacturing stage - this has been fixed and machine back to working like a dream. Shame on the Newcastle Appliance repair receptionist - you’ve got no idea. You told me you knew what the issue was and blamed us for washing clothes with zippers etc.
Over all a capable machine – Got this machine 12 months ago in a model run out sale. Seems to wash all types of loads well on the daily wash cold cycle (just over 1 hour), we use hotter water on a mechanics uniform. Spin cycle good, never comes up unbalanced. Its also quiet during wash and spin operations. Being able to fully adjust all functions on this machine is useful.… Read more
Have used the "Add wash door" a few times now, it is handy, other machines now have a similar function. Have had a couple of DC errors but they were all due to laundry stopping the door closing properly, thats a good thing. Like all samsung products, they do include fancy names or useless features to impress the public, like "the bubble wash" which just increases the main wash cycles by 30 min. A cycle can take 3h 25min with pre wash and bubble options. The cotton cycle calculates wash time, so not sure how long till it's actually running.
The bad points are that this machine cycles the water valve on and off in 5 sec bursts till it is satisfied with water level, thats bad if your pipes have a water hammer issues like mine. So i have to reduces the water supply but this prevents powdered detergent from being flushed out the tray properly. Seem to get a lot of grime deposited on the add door and around the seal, could be due to the mechanics dirty clothes. The power cord is shorter than the 2 previous machines, was unable to reach socket by 25 cm, using an ext lead now. May not be an issue for most people.
Happy so far with washing performance.
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Buying a Samsung Washer front loader again, does not apply to us – Bought a Samsung front loader 6 years ago. We paid $786. All was going well lately until once it starts the 2400 rpm sin, it sounds as if there is a brick inside the drum. Even though this was a serious most expensive possible repair, Samsung Electronics were reluctant to share any repair expenses. Spoke to a repair technician and did say that… Read more
from I have described it is an expensive repair. Even though the warranty did expire, for such a huge mechanical fault, Samsung should have supplied free repair.
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Recall Replacement Billowing Smoke – Originally had one of the recall models that had the spider arm snap and catch fire with a full load of washing and now my replacement machine has done the same damn thing! 10pm at night and having to fan toxic smoke from my laundry and save my kids clothes! Can gaurentee Samsung will refuse to assist... Even their technicians inspecting the… Read more
recalls said all their machines are made to fail! Seems another machine that should be recalled! Absolutely pissed off! DONT TRUST A SAMSUNG!
UPDATE: SAMSUNG ADVISED THAT THEY WONT REPLACE/COMPENSATE BECAUSE MACHINE WAS MANUFACTURED IN 2017! However the service technician who inspected the machine CONFIRMED that this fault was not because of me and is a KNOWN MAJOR FAILURE for this machine. Note: SAMSUNG GAVE ME THIS MACHINE TO REPLACE THE RECALL MODEL THAT CAUGHT FIRE BECAUSE OF A BROKEN SPIDER ARM BRACKET ON THE DRUM. NOT A COINCIDENCE - JUST ANOTHER COMPANY SELLING FAULTY PRODUCTS TO LINE THEIR POCKETS AND PUT THE LIVES OF THEIR CONSUMERS AT RISK!
Have emailed CEO'S.
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Designed to fail – Flange tri-arm that holds and spins the stainless steel drum is made from aluminium. This causes galvanic corrosion due to incompatible metals touching and is designed to fail over time. Mine lasted 5 years before crumbling and snapped causing knocking sounds. I took mine apart and can confirm. See photos attached. Contacted Samsung who do not… Read more
want to take responsibility. Washing machines are expected to last more than 5 years. Will be taking this up with ACL and post more reviews for public awareness. Unacceptable and should not be sold. This is not sustainable and adds to unnecessary landfill. DO NOT TRUST OR BUY SAMSUNG PRODUCTS.
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Dud Washing Machine – Bought this machine to replace a fisher and paykel front loader that I had for 10 years. Although this machine has some really good features and looks great, I have had nothing but issues and its not even 3 years old. The drum needed to be replaced just on 2 years old and now 6 months later the motor has died - both manufacturers faults. Extremely disappointed considering I paid over $1100 and expected it to last around 10 years. Show details
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Worst purchase ever – Purchased April 2019, had motherboard and Door lock replaced under warranty then has now played up again with the same issues so we will be replacing it with anything but a Samsung. When you pay substantial $$ for a washing machine, you expect it will last without issues ~ disappointing that it didn’t. Show details
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Faulty machine and Samsung don’t care – I have been having a few issues with this machine keeps adding time to wash intermittent not draining and doesn’t spin on the 15 min cycle. I asked Samsung for some good will but it’s obviously not in there nature. I’ve contacted ACCC regarding my issues. I’m sorry we have to go done this road but they leave me no other options. The inverter motor… Read more
has a 10 year warranty but your machine won’t last 10 years. So what’s the point I assumed they were so confident in the machine but not now.
Vibrates badly – When ramping up to spin & slowing down it vibrates so badly the case moves & o hear in the next room. Tech says nothing wrong! I have videos as well, samsung refusing to help & refer to tech report, don't buy from appliances online they don't have legendary service. Show details
It’s 3 years and 6months old – Rip at 3.5 years old. Worked well when it worked and then one day - dead. Spoke to Samsung they said we can send out a techician. Cost $90 to come. Then plus plus. For the price I would go another brand. The two year warranty is silly. Imagine the landfill if everyone’s washing machine died every 2-4 years. But I guess profits wouldn’t be as great if they didn’t die. Show details
DO NOT BUY! – In the time we have had our machine, it has broken down 3 times. The pulley for the barrel was the first to go, then the pump, and now the pulley have broken again and the whole barrel needs to be rebuilt. This is not something we should have to expect from a brand new machine. It is very frustrating to have to go without. Do not buy this machine. Go with another brand. Show details
Excellent Product – Regular wear atleast twice weekly. Product has been excellent and clothes quality is retained. Different modes help with delicate and woolen clothes. Clothes are really cleaned well. Easy to use and clean. Show details
Love the machine – I bought a front loader when we down sized. I love that the machine it is compact and makes my laundry look neat and tidy. The machine washes well and has many cycles to choose from. My clothes feel cleaner and are rinsed and spun well. The amount of time on the line is less so they don't dry out so much. The machine is easy to use and it tells you when the load is finished. Show details
2 years on – Its been 2 years and still this washing machine doesnt dissapoint. Washes clean all the time. Give you alerts when its time for a drum clean. You can add small clothes anytime through the small door and the music it gives after the wash is a plus. Very easy to operate and easy to maintain. Will sure be recommending this to family or anyone. Show details
Excellent front loader – I originally had the top loader which was recalled and replaced with this model. This looks great in my laundry. Can do all sheets in one day saving me loads. The best feature is the I Forgot door. It is so handy when you find those loose items that were meant for that washing load!! Would recommend Show details
A necessity for an active family – This machine has multiple cycles to accommodate all washing needs. The capacity lets you to wash a fair amount of oversized towels and jeans at once. A must have appliance!!! Show details
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Samsung is a dishonest brand – Stay away from Samsung . Samsung sold us a faulty washing machine. It is a recall one and hence we returned the washing machine almost 4 months ago yet still waiting for our refund. Every week i call and email them about the unpaid remedy . Their answer is. “ our finance team is working on it” The remedy has already been approved however their… Read more
finance team has been working on it.
They are making fun of us. What is there to work on a approved remedy for months .
I will never ever ever own a Samsung product again.
Loud piece of crap – This washing machine is loud and has been none stop issues!!! We have owned this 18months and have had to have major repairs four times! It sounds like a tram is running through our home and leaks !!! Show details
The genius of being able to add after pressing start – The simple idea of not having to wait for a load to finish to add a forgotten sock or pair or jocks is brilliant. That simple thing got me but the other functions and the large space is also a reason for the 5 stars
Perfect machine. Works as it should – I purchased this washing machine over 12 months ago and recommend it to everyone I can. It handles clothes and delicates well and cycle times are good. Would highly recommend Show details
Great for first 18 months, then seal leaks, cracking plastic – Front door seal leaking after 18 months, replaced with genuine part, lasted 6 months. Add wash door hinges are starting to crack. Washed well but doesn’t last. Wouldn’t buy another. Show details
Excellent machine – Wry happy with the results I am getting and the time I am saving with this machine and the money I have saved buying it. It is a far better machine than my last 1 Show details
Working very smoothly. Easy to use, Highly recommended!!! – Recently buy new white 8.5 kg Samsung machine. Working very smoothly, I love it very very much. It is easy to use, Highly recommended !! Value for money !! Built quality awsm !! Highly recommended !!
Never ever buy samsung ever – I bought this washine machine and it is useless! Damaged hundreds of dollars worth of clothes straight up refund 3rd samsung product with major fail all products were replaced by lg products! And as for samsung customer service? It matches their washine machine performance- unbelievably ridiculous I've never ever heard of such a problem i am speechless Show details
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best one – Never had a good experience with previous washing machines from other brands but this one does the trick. Does not damage the clothing and well washed afterwards. Good features and easy to use. Show reply
Gorgeous good solid – i love it love it love it 8.5 kg and you can easily add anything afrer you start it. Plenty of program to choose from and i usually go ahead with the daily wash program which is 1 hour and 5 minutes Show details · 1
Love it – Amazing product wouldn’t look anywhere else I love it Samsung really nailed it with this one Perfect size quiet easy to use ticks all the boxes fantastic results everytime no doubt Show reply
This is excellent choice – Soooo happy to use this washing machine. Perfect colour and shape which is matching with other product in my house. Easy to wash blankets and easy to add some chloth middle of wshing process. Also it is so easy to set up each time depending on clothes Show details
Perfect for my washing style – This machine is ideal for my requirements. Sometimes, the cycle extends past the normal time. This is great when there is excess water(heavy clothing). The only problem I have had in 10 years of having this washing machine, the belt has required replacing once(only due to heavy load). Show details · 1
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