Roper Washing Machine Reviews
The Roper washing machine has evolved since the company started production in 1874. Roper actually started out by manufacturing kerosene stoves and today is one among the Fortune 500 companies.
It was taken over in 1987, by Whirlpool Corporation, which is a renowned brand name for home products and appliances. The annual sales of Whirpool are worth $19 billion (2008 figures), support 70,000 employees, and maintain almost 67 research and manufacturing units worldwide. All Roper products including Roper washer is backed by the reliability, integrity, trust, and brand value of Whirlpool Washers Corporation.
There are mainly three types of home products or appliances offered by Roper and they include Roper washing machines, Roper dryers, and 30" Freestanding Electric Range.
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The most important aspect of all Roper washers is that they have a sturdy build and offer high performance for longer periods. According to some customers, Roper dryer and washers have lasted them for more than a decade without giving any problems or technical snags.
We have reviewed 2 different models of washing machines by Roper, which have been rated “numero uno” by customers as well as critics. If you ever consider buying Roper machine, these two models should be taken into consideration.
Roper RTW4100WQ Washing Machine
Considered by customers as a dependable washer, this very affordable machine is available in white color. This is a top load washing machine that is perfect for homes which have high laundry requirement. An absolute performance packed washer, the RTW4100WQ Roper has a 2.5 Cu. Ft. capacity. Some of the salient features of this machine include 4 selectable water levels, 4 different working cycles, 2 different temperature settings, and 1 wash or spin speed combination. It comes with a bleach dispenser and Spreckle porcelain basket.
According to many customers, this Roper washer is a must have in every home because it is extremely dependable and has a good cleaning action. At the same time, Roper customers feel that this washing machine has limited load size options and narrow drum opening. It has a load size that is perfect for a family of four people.
This Roper washing machine's annual energy consumption is 439 kWHrs and it is available with a warranty of 1 year on parts and labor.
Roper RTW4440VQ Washing Machine
At $330, the Roper RTW4440VQ is one of the cheapest washing machines in the market in its top loading category but that doesn't mean that it is low on performance. This is one of the best Roper washers and is perfect for families of no more than 4-8 people. The maximum load capacity of this washing machine is 3.2 Cu. Ft. capacity. There are quite a few salient features although the most prominent are 2 wash or spin speed combination, 4 selectable water levels, 8 automatic cycles, permanent press cycle, and 4 wash or rinse temperature combination.
According to consumer reports, this Roper washing machine is great to have around because of the large capacity it can handle, the adjustable and automatic settings, and above all - it takes care of everything from dirty ink stains to tea or coffee marks. It is best used for standard household objects and clothing like everyday wear or clothes, delicate clothes like woolens, bed sheets, towels, denim, and much more.
Nothing is perfect and this stands true for this Roper washer as well. The one common complaint is about the machine's noisy operation. One of the negative points of the washing machine is that it doesn't have any energy star qualification, which has become quite an important aspect where making a buying decision is concerned.
This Roper washing machine comes with a 1 year warranty on parts and labor. It has an extremely dependable construction as it doesn't have any pulleys in the motor transmission and this means trouble free operation!
Conclusion About Roper Washers
Both models are great performers and clean very well. They are the first choice models for households that require a strong and sturdy washing machine but don't have any big budget.
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