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Samsung's $1,099 WA54M8750AW washing machine has a built-in sink for hand washing or presoaking delicate items. Its modern design sets it apart from traditional top-loaders.

The Bad

The WA54M8750AW didn't perform well. It's hard to see the washer's display from a distance and the tab holding the lid and sink together comes loose too easily. The Samsung Smart Home app is glitchy.

The Bottom Line

You can find much better top-load washing machines around the same price.

Samsung's modern top-load washer doesn't destroy stains

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Modern design isn't enough

The Samsung WA54M8750AW channeled LG's $1,150 WT1801HVA with its integrated display. I like the concept of moving the instrument panel to the main washer compartment (rather than having a random hunk o' plastic and metal sticking up). It's similar to the difference between freestanding and slide-in range display panels. But the WA54M8750AW's design didn't do well in practice. Its panel sits so flat against the washer you can't read the display from a distance.

Like select other Samsung top-loaders, the WA54M8750AW has a sink so you can soak or hand wash heavily stained or delicate items with ease. The sink is a useful addition, but you'll pay extra for it -- and this particular model has a significant design flaw. The tab that holds the lid and the sink together is in the center of the washer, rather than hidden on the side. Half of the times I tried to open the WA54M8750AW's lid to get to the wash compartment, I accidentally released the sink. Frustrating.

Here's how the WA54M8750AW stacks up against other top-loaders in its price range:

Comparing washing machines

Samsung WA54M8750AWMaytag MVWB955FCLG WT1801HVAKenmore Elite 31633Whirlpool WTW8700ECPrice $1,099$1,399$1,150$1,530$1,399Color finish White, black stainless steel (for $1,199)Metallic slate, white ( for $1,299)Graphite steel, white (for $1,050)Metallic, white (for $1,420)Chrome shadowCapacity 5.4 cubic feet6.2 cubic feet4.9 cubic feet6.2 cubic feet5.3 cubic feet# of cycles 1210121010Energy consumption 180 kWh/year240 kWh/year135 kWh/year290 kWh/year196 kWh/yearWater consumption 14.8 gallons15.3 gallons15 gallons15.6 gallons17.4 gallonsDimensions (width, height, depth) 27x42.4x29.3 inches29.5x43.4x30 inches27x40.2x28.4 inches29.5x43.5x30 inches27.5x42.3x28 inchesApp Yes, Android and iPhone NoYes, Android and iPhoneNoYes, Android and iPhone

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At a glance, Samsung's WA54M8750AW looks like a solid contender alongside the other high-end top-load washers in the chart above. Its 5.4-cubic-foot capacity can easily hold all of your clothes, it's priced lower than its competition and it's supposed to work with the Samsung Smart Home app for Android and iOS. I unfortunately had no luck connecting the washer to the app. It closed and logged me out regularly for no apparent reason and I ultimately gave up after more than an hour of failed attempts.

Can it clean?

The Samsung WA54M8750AW did not perform well.

To score stain removal, we run three identical cleaning cycles with "fresh" stain strips soiled with skin oil (sebum), mineral oil (carbon), pig's blood, cocoa and aged red wine. After each run, we calculate how much of the original stains are left -- the lower the number, the better it did removing stains.

On average 50 percent of the WA54M8750AW's original stains remained after a cleaning cycle. In contrast, the Kenmore Elite 31633 had just 41 percent of its original stains remaining overall. Take a look at the graphic to see how Samsung's WA54M8750AW compared to its other top-load competition in terms of stain removal.

We also run thin squares of fabric through the same three cleaning cycles. After each cycle ends, we count the number of attached, frayed threads that measure at or over 2 millimeters long. The higher the number, the tougher that washer is on clothes (in the normal cycle).

Are Samsung top loaders reliable?

Also, Samsung has top-notch ratings and reliability that are unmatched by any other appliance maker. Ranked at

1 from customer reviews as the best top load washer of 2020, Samsung is a brand you should keep your eye on.

Is Samsung a reliable washer brand?

Yale Appliances and Puls repair technicians named Samsung once of the most reliable brands, and its front-load washers ranked highest in customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power's laundry appliance 2021 satisfaction study.

What is the life expectancy of a Samsung top load washer?

The lifespan of a washing machine, no matter the brand, is typically 11-14 years.

Is LG or Samsung washer better?

Both LG and Samsung's smart washers are fine choices for consumers, as long as they provide the features you want. If you're set on a stackable set, go with the LG WashTower and its centered control panel. LG washers also have slightly shallower options, so they might be better for those who are worried about space.