I used to be a fan of whirlpool, but now I work on too many brand new ones. I don't ever get calls for speed queens, especially the tc5000's Machines in general break pretty quickly now, so get the one's with the biggest warranty, speed queen usually gives 5-10 years. Make sure you have warranty authorized techs in your area so that you aren't waiting 3 months for a warranty repair. Answer from PotionMaster3000 on reddit.com
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My Speed Queen Review — Shalice Noel
March 17, 2023 - Many of my readers have praised the quality of these commercial washers and dryers. Some even mentioned that they work for warranty companies and seldom receive calls regarding Speed Queens, highlighting their reliability.
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The Junk Parlor
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Speed Queen Product Review - The Junk Parlor
February 10, 2022 - Okay, and having remembered that I can say that we got our Speed Queen set in the end of 2018. The dryer on the Whirlpool just wasn’t drying like it used to and we would have to run the dryer multiple times to get the clothes dry. Since we had the set so long we decided to just go ahead and replace both. I don’t remember the washer having any major issues when we replaced it, but we figured it would happen soon.
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Are speed queen washers and dryers that good?
I used to be a fan of whirlpool, but now I work on too many brand new ones. I don't ever get calls for speed queens, especially the tc5000's Machines in general break pretty quickly now, so get the one's with the biggest warranty, speed queen usually gives 5-10 years. Make sure you have warranty authorized techs in your area so that you aren't waiting 3 months for a warranty repair. More on reddit.com
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I have had my new speed queen for about a month now. A friend asked for a review and I thought I would share here too as so many people chimed in when I asked about getting one. Pros: I can start the water filling the tub while I sort the clothes.......might not make the cycle any faster but psyc... More on forums.welltrainedmind.com
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Anyone use speed queen waher/dryer? We now hve whirlpool cabrio set top load, about 6 years old and the are complete junk. The bearings in the wash More on forums.pelicanparts.com
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Are Speed Queen washers and dryers really that amazing?
I’ve had the TC5 for about a month now. It is hands down the best washer I’ve ever owned. We had a “fancy” Samsung with all the bells and whistles and that cool grey color. My wife thought I was crazy when I spent $1400 on a smaller washer with no cool features. She now no longer thinks I’m crazy. Our clothes are actually getting clean, and they smell so much better! More on reddit.com
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r/BuyItForLife on Reddit: Unpopular opinion, I hate my Speed Queen
December 6, 2023 -

I recently purchased a TC500 and DR500 Speed Queen washing machine and dryer based on all of the positive reviews. I would honestly return them if I could. The dryer has been repaired twice in the one year of ownership and the washing machine constantly leaves water marks and stains on clothing. The genesis of this post was after washing my athletics, which usually go in the upstairs front loader, and they came out just as dirty as when I put them in. I ran the cycle on delicate and it’s honestly a joke. My 6 year old apartment sized front loader does an infinitely better job and uses a fraction of the water.

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The Real Difference in Speed Queen Front Load Washing Machines | Slager Appliances
December 20, 2024 - With exceptional durability, unmatched performance, and a commitment to innovation, Speed Queen front load washers are a top choice for those who value efficiency and long-lasting quality.
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Speed Queen
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TC5003WN - Speed Queen
Remember the classic washer at grandma’s and the great results it delivered? Yup, we still offer that more aggressive wash action. Wait, you want more details? Click here. No more forgotten socks. Just pop the lid and add an item after the cycle has already started. Laundry day doesn’t need to be an all-day affair. Speed Queen...
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My Review of the Speed Queen Top Load Washer - Lorain Furniture
April 20, 2017 - Their flagship unit, this is the fully loaded top load washer. Speed Queen is immortalized with their legendary build quality. This is the one thing that NOBODY can argue. It comes with a standard 5 year warranty, which covers parts and in home labor. Their failure rate is really, really low.
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Speed Queen Reviews: Written By Customers
3 weeks ago - Today's washers are complete junk. They are not efficient in any way shape or form. They do not get your clothes clean. They take forever. I gave up on all of them and went with Speed Queen TC5. I am so thankful to have a real washer again. ... Reviewed Jan.
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Customer Reviews: Speed Queen TC5 CLASSIC TOP LOAD WASHER White TC5003WN - Best Buy
Speed Queen - TC5 CLASSIC TOP LOAD WASHER - White
Looking for a long lasting, reliable washing machine? You’ve found it. This Speed Queen washer is commercial built for 10,400 cycles or roughly 25 years worth of laundry in the average household.
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r/appliancerepair on Reddit: Are speed queen washers and dryers that good?
January 29, 2023 -

They come with pretty good reviews and seem pretty durable. I know they make commercial units but I’m kind of curious if they are serviceable. I have a whirlpool stack washer and dryer now that the spin bearings are bad on that is only a year old. The repair place told me I need a whole drum and it would be $475 with shipping. If this was 3-5 years in between changes it may not be that bad, but I don’t think I want to put $475 in it every year plus whatever else breaks. So with durability and the ability to be repaired being the most important factors, is Speed Queen good?

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I used to be a fan of whirlpool, but now I work on too many brand new ones. I don't ever get calls for speed queens, especially the tc5000's Machines in general break pretty quickly now, so get the one's with the biggest warranty, speed queen usually gives 5-10 years. Make sure you have warranty authorized techs in your area so that you aren't waiting 3 months for a warranty repair.
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Yes. SQ’s are quite repairable and parts are readily available. They also have long warranties: 3, 5 or 7 years, depending on the model. If you are using more than 2 Tablespoons (or one pod) of detergent per load of laundry, you might be the one destroying your washers bearings. Detergent is super concentrated and enzyme based. If there isn’t enough dirt for the enzymes to react with, then they start eating at seals and other parts. You can literally total your washer by using to much soap. The questions I’d have if you were in my showroom are: Will they be sitting on a concrete foundation on the ground floor? If not, you need to know how to reinforce the floor, or you will have problems. Do you or anyone in your household work a dirty job like construction, mechanics, oilfield etc? Does anyone play a sport where they will have ground in grass or dirt on the uniforms? If yes, your best model is a TC5 (or a TV2 if you want 0 electronics anywhere in the machine, but it comes with a 3 year PARTS warranty, not parts + labor). If not, then you might like the TR (3, 5, or 7) models, which are much gentler on laundry, but less effective on heavy soil and ground in dirt. Do you have pets and would you like a dryer that can remove pet hair? If so, the DR7 dryer has that feature. (You don’t have to buy the matching TR7 washer if you prefer a different model.)
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Speed Queen Review: We Toured the Factory and Tested Their Classic Washer. Here’s What We Learned.
November 27, 2019 - But even on the wettest, hottest, most vigorous setting that the TC5 offers—the Heavy Duty cycle with Hot water and Deep Fill selected, which uses about 50 gallons of water total to wash and rinse, almost half of which comes straight from the hot-water tap—it wasn’t any better than our favorite front-loader on its Normal cycle, which uses about a quarter of the total water and a small fraction of the hot water. The stronger Speed Queen cycles also caused quite a bit of fraying damage, as we expected from a washer with such a strong agitator. Other reviewers have found similar results with the TC5 and older versions of the same washer.
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Is a Speed Queen Washer Worth the Price? | Slager Appliances
March 17, 2023 - It was the 2nd time in 5 years to need service. We had the top of a line Maytag washer & dryer. I asked the repairperson what brand he would recommend & he stated "SPEED QUEEN". He said they cost more but are very well-built. They are the same ones in laundromats. I read the reviews & found ...
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One month review on my old fashioned top loading Speed Queen washer - The Chat Board - The Well-Trained Mind Community
February 27, 2015 - I have had my new speed queen for about a month now. A friend asked for a review and I thought I would share here too as so many people chimed in when I asked about getting one. Pros: I can start the water filling the tub while I sort the clothes.......might not make the cycle any faster but psyc...
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Texas Appliance
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Speed Queen Washer and Dryer Reviews from Real Owners | Texas Appliance | Arlington & Fort Worth, TX
April 17, 2025 - The TR5 top load washer delivers excellent performance with its Full Tub Wash & Rinse and Speed Queen Perfect Wash system, offering a deep clean that’s still gentle on your clothes. This washer has over 1,000 five-star reviews on our website!
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Speed queen any good - Pelican Parts Forums
April 29, 2019 - Anyone use speed queen waher/dryer? We now hve whirlpool cabrio set top load, about 6 years old and the are complete junk. The bearings in the wash
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TR5003WN - Speed Queen
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TR5 Ultra-Quiet Top Load Washer with Speed Queen® Perfect Wash™ | 5-Year Warranty Product Code: TR5003WN Full Tub Wash & Rinse fills the entire tub with water to achieve maximum cleanliness. Speed Queen Perfect WashTM system provides a better clean that’s gentle on your clothes. Solid Mount Suspension System features a full steel base with heavy-duty springs for best-in-class out-of-balance performance, less vibration and longer machine life. It's quiet, efficient and I especially appreciate the auto-fill feature.
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Speed Queen TC5 or TR5 washer?
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Speed Queen Washers & Dryers - Walmart.com
$1,99711current price $1,997.11Speed Queen Commercial 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Non-Vended Top Load Electric Washer TV2000WN ... Speed Queen DC5003WE 7.0 Cu.