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- Inexpensive
- Sanitize cycle
- Quiet
- Reliability problems
- Heavy vibration during spin cycle
- Becomes unbalanced easily
The GE WBVH5200JWW is an inexpensive front-loading washing machine with a 3.8-cubic-foot capacity, larger than most in this price range. It performs well in professional testing and includes a sanitize cycle, but we read more complaints than compliments from owners about this GE washer. Although the manufacturer claims the normal wash cycle lasts 65 minutes, owners say it often takes much longer to wash a small load of laundry. We also read numerous complaints about reliability, along with reports of mold and mildew buildup and vibration problems.
The GE WBVH5200JWW is included in an older roundup of washing machines from ConsumerReports.org, and ConsumerGuide.com also has a review of this washer. We read a few owner comments posted at AJMadison.com.
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Editors compare the GE WBVH5200JWW to almost 50 top-loading and front-loading washers in several categories including energy efficiency, water efficiency and washing performance. Owners also leave comments about individual models.
Review: Washing Machine Ratings, Editors of ConsumerReports.org, Updated Jan. 2009
ConsumerGuide.com rates washing machines based on features and price, rather than formal testing, but it's worth a look for the detailed description of how the washing machine's features compare to other models. The GE WBVH5200JWW is among several washers that receive a Budget Buy award.
Review: General Electric WBVH5200JWW Front-Loading Washer, Editors of ConsumerGuide.com, July 17, 2008
Only a couple of owners have left comments on the GE WBVH5200JWW at AJMadison.com so far. One owner gives the washer a good overall score but says it doesn't get water out when spinning; another reports excessive vibration.
Review: GE WBVH5200JWW, Contributors to AJMadison.com
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