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Speed Queen Washer Reviews [What to Know]

by Pam Silvia

A Speed Queen washer will not only elevate your laundry room setup with its minimalist design, but it will also give your laundry the royal treatment with commercial-grade performance. We'd go so far as to say that there are “loads” of reasons to invest in laundry appliances from Speed Queen. Built like no other with a warranty to match, Speed Queen washing machines are durably constructed, using premium materials for long-lasting, reliable performance—and superior wash results to boot. Check out our Speed Queen washer reviews to learn more about this illustrious brand.

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About Speed Queen Washers

Speed Queen Washer Reviews

Types of Speed Queen Washers

Best Speed Queen Washers

About Speed Queen Washers

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Speed Queen washing machines are built on the same principles that founded the land of the free. Proudly headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin for over 110 years with more than 2,000 dedicated employees and more than 3,200 independent dealers across the country, Speed Queen is committed to American quality.

Speed Queen washing machines are designed to last 25 years for over 10,400 cycles. That means you could use your Speed Queen machine for 20 hours a day, every day of the year for over two decades before it will wear out. Speed Queen’s durability testing is extensive, as the company stress-tests the electronic components to ensure that the washers can survive power surges and resume wash cycles after an outage. The Speed Queen lab has robots that are programmed to press control-panel buttons one million times—even though the washers will see only about 100,000 presses in an average lifespan. In short, if you want your laundry done right, you want a Speed Queen.

Speed Queen Washer Reviews

Check out the product features and performance results that make Speed Queen one of the most trusted manufacturers in the laundry industry:

Popular Features

  • Speed Queen Perfect Wash™ – This innovative system links the agitator and tub to provide a gentle and highly effective wash action that moves water through the clothes to safeguard their quality for years to come.
  • Speed Queen Classic Clean™ – Available on TC5 models, this 30-year-old classic wash action combines a 210-degree agitation stroke at a rate of 60 strokes per minute and a deep fill option to deliver a faster wash cycle.
  • Sanitize Cycle – Available on FF7 models, the Sanitize Cycle gives you a true hot-water wash to provide the best line of defense in killing bacteria.
  • Pet Plus™ Cycle – Speed Queen’s Pet Plus™ cycles offer consumers a highly effective solution for removing pet hair and keeping all items looking and smelling great.

Performance

Speed Queen washers are known for their heavy-duty drive motors that bring you the power and balance to effectively clean heavy loads, whether you’re tackling soiled work clothes, stained towels, dirtied blankets—and more. In addition, Speed Queen machines allow you to wash an entire load of laundry in 30 to 40 minutes, which is rather quick when you consider that many washers from competing brands may take up to an hour to get the job done.

Rather than following suit with competitors’ tech-forward innovations, Speed Queen focuses on the basics to give you top-of-the-line washing performance without all the bells and whistles. This is especially true of the brand’s top load washers, which feature heavy-duty components and minimal electronic controls to ensure reliability and a straightforward user experience.

Price Range

Speed Queen washing machines retail for a relatively high-end price. Speed Queen top load washers are valued anywhere between $1,049 to $1,269 while the higher-ticketed Speed Queen front load washers cost between $1,779 to $2,119.

Types of Speed Queen Washers

Like most laundry appliance brands, Speed Queen offers top load washers and front load washers. Here are our favorite products from each washer type:

Speed Queen Top Load Washer: Speed Queen TR3 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer

Speed Queen TR3 3.2 Cubic Foot White Top Load Washer

A front load washer that has fast cycle times…sounds like an oxymoron, right? Well, not with Speed Queen. The brains behind the manufacturer know you are busy and want to get to the important stuff— even if it is binge-watching reality TV. Accordingly, Speed Queen’s front load washers give you everything you want, including faster wash cycles. With nine preset cycles along with special and favorite cycle flexibility, you’ll breeze through laundry day and get back to marathoning your guilty-pleasure show.

The Speed Queen TR3 features a one-of-a-kind wash system that not only delivers the best wash available but that also takes care of clothes. Their unique auto-fill system guarantees that every load uses enough water for an effective wash. The tub and agitator work together to create a gentle wash action that moves the maximum amount of water through the clothes providing the customer a premium wash and level of fabric care.

Check for best price: Speed Queen TR3 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer (TR3003WN)

Speed Queen Front Load Washer: Speed Queen FF7 3.5 Cu. Ft. White Front Load Washer

Speed Queen FF7 3.5 Cubic Foot White Front Load Washer

Speed Queen engineers use fluid-filled balance rings, heavy-duty springs, and a solid-steel base to ensure the best out-of-balance tolerance on top load washers. What does that mean? It means that your Speed Queen machine is built to last, delivering top-notch performance you can rely on.

Replete with a durable stainless-steel tub, this Speed Queen FF7 is a dependable front-load washer that guarantees long-lasting clothing and washer performance. In addition to the washer’s 22-pound capacity, its Balance Technology virtually eliminates vibration and noise. Most conveniently, this FF7’s Time Remaining Display eliminates guesswork by clearly showing when your laundry will be finished.

Check for best price: Speed Queen FF7 3.5 Cu. Ft. White Front Load Washer (FF7008WN)

The Best Speed Queen Washers: Our Top Picks

1. Speed Queen 3.5 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Front Load Washer

Speed Queen 3.5 Cubic Foot Stainless Steel Front Load Washer

Times change. Dirt doesn’t. That’s why this Speed Queen FF7 washer features patented baffles and ideal tumble rhythms to perfectly lift your laundry and cascade water throughout the entire load, delivering the best possible clean. In addition, its Dynamic Balancing Technology will revolutionize your expectations of front load washers with groundbreaking technology that uses sensing and algorithms to get rid of vibration. The result is less residual moisture in your clothes, faster cycles, faster dry times, and operation so silent, you’ll want to check to make sure it’s still running—perfect for first- or second-floor laundry rooms.

Check for best price: Speed Queen 3.5 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Front Load Washer (FF7005SN)

2. Speed Queen TC5 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer

Speed Queen TC5 3.2 Cubic Foot White Top Load Washer

This TR5 top-load washer comes with Full Tub Wash & Rinse to fill the entire washer with water and achieve maximum cleanliness. Meanwhile, the Speed Queen Perfect Wash™ system provides a better clean that is gentle on your most delicate of clothes. And for best-in-class, out-of-balance performance, the Solid Mount Suspension System features a full steel base, resulting in less vibration and a longer machine life.

Check for best price: Speed Queen TC5 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer (TC5003WN)

3. Speed Queen TR5 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer (TR5003WN)

Speed Queen TR5 3.2 Cubic Foot White Top Load Washer

Among its many amenities, this Speed Queen TR5 washer includes a Full Tub Wash & Rinse option that fills the entire tub with water to achieve maximum cleanliness. The Speed Queen Perfect Wash™ system provides a better clean that’s gentle on your clothes while the Solid Mount Suspension System features a full steel base with heavy-duty springs for superior wash performance, less vibration, and a longer machine life. Plus, the durable stainless-steel tub is gentler on your clothes and ensures long-lasting, dependable performance.

Check for best price: Speed Queen TR5 3.2 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer (TR5003WN)

Shop Speed Queen Washers at Spencer’s

If you’re wondering where to buy a Speed Queen washer, look no further than Spencer’s TV & Appliance! Be sure to scour our catalog for Speed Queen washer reviews and Speed Queen washer and dryer prices. If you have questions about any of our top-rated laundry appliances, don’t hesitate to call or visit your friends in the business. Proud to have served our customers since 1973, we have 10 locations in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Glendale regions. Contact us today!