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The best front loader washing machines under $1500

Washing machines can be a bit of a grudge purchase. There are definitely far more enjoyable ways to spend hundreds – or even thousands – of dollars. 

But spending more money won’t necessarily buy you a better washing machine: there are plenty of more affordable models on the market that performed well in our lab tests, matching or even beating more expensive machines. 

In fact, of the 13 front loaders our experts recommend, 10 of them cost less than $1500 – so if you check our detailed washing machine reviews before you buy, you can save yourself hundreds. 

“It’s important to consider both price and performance when buying a new front loader,” says ÌÇÐÄVlog whitegoods expert Denis Gallagher.Ìý

“While there are some great performers at the cheaper end of the scale, there are also some duds – this is why it’s vital to do your research before handing over your credit card.”

In this article we’ll share a list of cheap front loaders to avoid, plus we’ll reveal the best washing machine brand in Australia.

If you want to find out which front loaders under $1500 come out on top, join ÌÇÐÄVlog to get instant access to all of our expert, independent reviews.

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Are front loader washing machines worth the extra money?

Front loaders are generally a bit more expensive than top loaders, due to how they’re built.

But although you’ll pay more upfront for a front loader, you’ll generally pay less in water and electricity bills over the entire life of the appliance, so it could end up costing about the same or even less in the long run.

Not to mention that front loaders are gentler on your clothes than top loaders, so you won’t have to replace your favourite t-shirts as quickly if you use a front loader – that’s even more savings!

The front loader washing machines not to buy

Knowing what not to buy can be almost as useful as knowing what to buy. Here are the washing machines our experts rated the lowest. 

You’ll notice that they’re all priced under $1500 – but even at these low prices, our experts don’t recommend them. 

Solt GGSFLW60

• ÌÇÐÄVlog Expert Rating: 68%
• Price: $499

Electrolux EWF1243R7SCS

• ÌÇÐÄVlog Expert Rating: 68%
• Price: $1099

LG WV6-1409W

• ÌÇÐÄVlog Expert Rating: 69%
• Price: $1099

Hisense HWFS1015AB

• ÌÇÐÄVlog Expert Rating: 69%
• Price: $999

The best washing machine brands in Australia

Each year, we rank washing machine brands, assessing them on their average test scores, reliability, customer satisfaction and how many of their products score the coveted ÌÇÐÄVlog expert seal of approval.

The best front loader washing machine brand for 2025 was: Miele.

Here are the best front-loader washing machine brands for 2025, along with their ÌÇÐÄVlog Best Brand scores:

1. Miele – 82%
2. LG – 80%
3. Bosch – 77%
4. Samsung – 73%

Miele has taken out the Best Brand washing machine prize for seven years in a row, sharing the top spot with LG in 2019. 

To find out which specific models we recommend based on our test results, and to make sure you buy the best, click on the “Recommended” box in the filters section of our washing machine reviews.

Our detailed test results are exclusively available to our members. Become a ÌÇÐÄVlog member to access our full reviews and see the best performers.

… but don’t buy on brand alone

While the Best Brand winners have well-founded reputations, here at ÌÇÐÄVlog we know that buying based on brand alone is sometimes a recipe for disappointment. Even the best brand sometimes delivers duds.

And focusing solely on one brand in your search for the perfect appliance can mean you overlook other products offering comparable performance for a much smaller price tag.

Machines from the same brand can vary widely in terms of performance, features, capacity, energy efficiency and more, so don’t assume that all products from a reputable manufacturer will give you what you want. 

The best thing to do is to focus on individual models by checking ÌÇÐÄVlog reviews to find the best washing machines before you buy. 

What are the best front loader washing machines under $1500?

We independently test and review dozens of new washing machines each year in our onsite labs, and our experts know exactly what to look for to help you find the best product.

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Alice Richard

Alice Richard is a Content creator and marketer. Alice writes on a range of topics, from health insurance to heaters and BBQs to bargain-hunting, always with the aim to help consumers find the best products to buy, and which to avoid. Alice can take vast amounts of data from ÌÇÐÄVlog product tests and turn it into content that is easily digestible and fun for readers.Ìý Alice has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Queensland.

Alice Richard is a Content creator and marketer. Alice writes on a range of topics, from health insurance to heaters and BBQs to bargain-hunting, always with the aim to help consumers find the best products to buy, and which to avoid. Alice can take vast amounts of data from ÌÇÐÄVlog product tests and turn it into content that is easily digestible and fun for readers.Ìý Alice has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Queensland.