A Top Ten Appliance Model List

 

One rainy Wednesday afternoon last week my coworkers and I got into a discussion speculating as to which models were actually the most popular.  I decided to do some research, and was able to come up with a "Top Ten" list, which you can see below.

A couple of thoughts here:  First, I am in no way, shape, or form suggesting that these models are the "best" in the industry, or that these are the specific models you should buy.  This is simply a list based on the best selling SKUs year to date in our buying group, a distributor which feeds almost every independent retailer in the northeast.

So, without further ado, here we go!

#1  GTW465ASNWW  (Current sale price $559)

This mid-level GE top-loading washer is the best selling "SKU" in our buying group.  It features a huge 4.5 cubic foot stainless steel tub with the traditional auger-style agitator.  It also is one of the last washers that offers a direct water level control dial.

#2  MVW4505MW (Current sale price $579)

No surprise here.  This Maytag top-loading washer also offers a 4.5 cubic foot capacity stainless steel tub with an auger agitator.  As with all Maytag branded products, this machine also offers a 10 year warranty (parts only, not labor!!) on the motor and basket.

#3  JVM3160RFSS (Current sale price $239)

Our best selling over-the-range microwave.  While this is a relatively basic model feature-wise, it still comes with all the essential features and buttons (such as a "popcorn" button!.  This model has a stainless steel exterior (easily still the most popular kitchen color!) and a two-speed exhaust fan that can be either ducted out or converted to recirculate through a charcoal filter.

#4  TC5003WN (Current sale price $1329)

Now, this was a very pleasant surprise!  I did not expect to see this washer on the top ten list, only because of the price.  If this machine can fit your budget however, I think it is well worth the money (my wife also will attest - I have one in my home.).  This machine comes with a five year warranty on both parts and labor, fast cycle times, and - sound the cornets please! - no lid lock!  In short, a workhorse... a machine almost universally reccommended by service technicians.

#5 GTD42EASJWW  (Current price $549)

This is the "companion" electric dryer to the #1 GTW465 discussed above.  Super capacity,

multiple temperatures, a defeatable end-of-cycle signal ... in other words, all the essesntial features customers expect on a dryer without getting into the world of "smart appliances."

#6  JB735SPSS  (Current sale price $849)

Our best selling electric range.  True European style convection, a huge oven, multiple burner sizes on the cooktop, and both self-cleaning and steam-cleaning options for the oven.  You'll have to step up to the GE Profile series if you want your range to be "smart", but other than that you'll find this is a full-featured, tried-and-true range.

#7 MDB4949SKZ  (Current sale price $599)

Our best selling dishwasher, this is an energy-star rated machine with a stainless steel tub and a fingerprint resistant stainless finish.  Not the fanciest as far as features go (no third rack or adjustable upper rack for example, and reasonably quiet but not what I would consider silent), but a strong mid-level machine, US made, and from a US owned appliance company (Whirlpool).

#8 GFW550SSNWW  (Current sale price $779)

This huge 4.8 cubic foot machine is easily our most popular front-loading washer.  Some recent innovations from GE on this washer series include a reversible washer door (one of only two companies, Electrolux being the other, to offer this feature), and vents in the door that allow you to keep the washer door closed when not using (while still allowing the washer to "air out" to prevent the beginning of mold buildup.)

#9 JB256DMWW  (Current sale price $549)

Who knew??  A coil-top range makes the top ten?!  This self-cleaning, white (also available in black and stainless) range dominates the coil range category. This model is always a favorite among landlords, or for people who for some reason do not want the more modern smoothtop ranges.

#10 MED4500MW (Current sale $579)

The companion to #2 above.  Super capacity, multiple temperatures, and a reversible door in case you have your dryer on the left side of the washer.

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I also decided to dig a little further, and have come up with a list of the best selling models in some of the more popular product categories:

Top Load Washer:   GTW465ASNWW (see #1 above)

Front Load Washer:   GFW550SSNWW (see #8 above)

Dryer: GTD42EASJWW (see #5 above)

Electric Range:  JB735SPSS (see #6 above)

Gas Range:  GE JGB735SPSS ($749 - essentially the gas version of the JB735SPSS above)

Refrigerators -- Here I'm breaking the category into the various styles:

Top freezer: FFTR1835VW $849  A mid-priced, white top-freezer that fits into a 30" space.

Bottom freezer: WRB322DMBM $1399  The single door bottom freezer category suffered terribly from stock issues during the pandemic, and these fridges are only recently becoming available again.  Having said that, this Whirlpool model ships with an icemaker, is energy-star rated, and fits nicely into a 33" space.

Side by Side*  WRS321SDHZ $1299  (A quick note here:  This unit is built for a 33" wide kitchen opening, a size that offers relatively few model choices.  Most modern kitchens allow 36" to accommodate larger units.)

For full sized side-by-sides, our #1 seller is the Frigidaire Gallery GRSS2653AF ($1249), which has a fingerprint resistant front, plenty of adjustable shelf storage, and an exterior ice and water dispenser.  It also features the widest interior freezer in the side-by-side category.

French Door:  GNE27JYMFS  $1599 This huge 27 cubic foot, full sized, full depth - be sure to measure your doorway!! - Energy-star rated unit comes with an icemaker, a water dispenser inside the fridge, and a fingerprint resistant stainless front door. Note the cavernous interior below!

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Now once again, this is simply a popularity list.  Feel free to consult with any of our experienced sales professionals to help determine the "right" unit for you and your needs!!