Maytag, the innovative leader that pushed American manufacturers into more efficient washer designs, has finally worked the bugs out of the Neptune products. This accomplishment makes the MAH6500A and all the Neptune models some the most intelligent laundry investments around. Durable and efficient, these products are kind to both fabrics and the environment. Offering the same basic chassis and performance of the other Neptune washers, the MAH6500A differs only in its controls and settings. With fewer options and less access to information, the controls on this model are less sophisticated than on the top-of-the-line model MAH7500A, which uses a more expensive LCD (liquid crystal display) where one selects settings by touching them directly on a display screen. The display on the MAH6500A is an LED (lighted electronic display); simply put, that means a touchpad is used to select the settings, which are displayed on a readout panel. Unlike the top-of-the-line model, this unit does not offer three-language capability (French, English, Spanish), a StainBrain hints feature, a favorites settings, or a 12-hour delay timer (it has a 9-hour delay timer, instead). Is it reasonable to give up these little extras for a more affordable model? Absolutely! You?ll go home with virtually the same machine and save yourself a few hundred dollars. The MAH6500A will provide you all of what?s best about Neptune: no agitator, high spin speeds to remove water and speed up drying, quiet short wash cycles that match drying times, a water heater to keep temperatures optimal for cleaning, a stainless-steel basket, and tremendous energy savings that will lower your utility bills. All of this is backed by one of the best warranties in the industry. With the mechanics in order, a proven track record, and falling prices, we?re finally ready to give this model a Best Buy rating.

Pro: large capacity, highly efficiency machine with a proven track record and a large network of service providers, excellent warranty
Con: more expensive than "traditional" washers, but price is coming down

For More Information:
Maytag Customer Service/Magic Chef
240 Edwards St.
Cleveland, TN 37311
1-800-688-9900 (maytag)
www.maytag.com

Warranty
1 year, parts; 2 years, parts and labor; 5 years, LED controls; 10 years, motor and rust-through; lifetime, inner wash basket