Introduction

Found online for a little over $1000, the Maytag Maxima MHW6000XR is a pricey front loader with a large capacity and good washing performance. It's extremely energy efficient, does a great job getting out stains and it's available in bright red. Absent special features such as a sanitizing wash or the ability to create and save a custom cycle, however, the MHW6000XR is only worth its high cost for buyers interested in performance over options. Considering that other washers — even other Maytag washers — with equal effectiveness sell for close to half the Maxima's price, you may want to do some research before settling on this one.