By Appliance Expert Blog | October 22, 2014 at 07:32 PM EDT | No Comments
Many customers don't know it, but the name that is on your appliance doesn't always mean that that manufacturer made your machine. For example, many GE appliances are made by LG, Samsung, Frigidaire, and Whirlpool. All Kenmore appliances are made by other manufacturers. For example, most top load washers are made by LG or Whirlpool, while most of their front load washers are made by LG, Whirlpool, and Frigidaire.
Moreover, there is "brand engineering" by most manufacturers. An example would be how the same machine could be marketed as Amana, Admiral, Maytag, Whirlpool, Kirkland, and Inglis, depending on the retailer and trim level.
So which brand should you buy? If the machine you are interested in is offered under various brands, decide on the features you can't do without, and then buy the machine that has those features and the capacity you need.
On the other hand, keep in mind that more exotic brands (Miele and Bosch come to mind) will offer you a much different repair experience when service is necessary in the future. Will parts be available? Will you be able to find a repair service that knows that brand? Sometimes staying domestic has its benefits.