Washer - Whirlpool vs Kenmore - Page 3

>One of the other places had the items in stock, though, and Sears needed to
>order, so I didn't buy from them.

>>One of the other places had the items in stock, though, and Sears needed to
>>order, so I didn't buy from them.
>Well, at least they were honest enough to tell you they had to order it. In my
>experience, Sears will tell you they have the part "in stock" regardless of
>whether they do or not -- because, to them, "in stock" means "the computer
>says we can get it". It most definitely does *not* mean that they actually
>have the part.

<aspasia> wrote in message
> 1. If it's made by Whirlpool, why sell it under Sears Kenmore name?

> 2. Is there a difference in quality between W. and K.?

> Any voice-of-experience/repair professional advice out there?

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> <aspasia> wrote in message
> > 1. If it's made by Whirlpool, why sell it under Sears Kenmore name?
> I don't claim to understand maketing, but each appliance vendor has lots of
> different names. Maytag also does JenAir and Magic Chef. GE does Hotpoint
> and Monogram. Whirlpool does KitchenAid. Electrolux does Fridgidaire,
> Kelvinator, and White Westinghouse.
> At one point in their life, Sears only sold stuff branded as Sears. In the
> last few decades, they now sell most brands, but some of their brands
> remain, including Kenmore appliances, which have gained a reputation for
> being a good value and reliable. (sort of like their Craftsman hand tools).
> > 2. Is there a difference in quality between W. and K.?
> Maybe, but like I said above, Kenmore is considered to be very reliable (as
> is Whirlpool, who makes most their stuff).
> > Any voice-of-experience/repair professional advice out there?
> I'm generally not a Sears fan, but do like Kenmore. I've owned quite a few
> different ones and they've given me no trouble.
>
> -Tim

> I have to get a new washer. Don't want fancy bells & whistles, just a
> washer that does its job; won't crash tomorrow. I don't need extra
> capcity.
> I looked at a Whirlpool at Sears that I liked, but it's not on special
> any more. Salesperson said Kenmore is made by Whirlpool and is on
> special.
> Questions:
> 1. If it's made by Whirlpool, why sell it under Sears Kenmore name?
> This is a common thing to do in the trade. Companies either buy out each other

> 2. Is there a difference in quality between W. and K.?

> 3. Sorry I don't have a model number, but the Whirlpool I was
> looking at is about $395.
> After spending ages on-line trying to get comparative info, I'm more
> confused than ever. The web is a top place for info, but sometimes not as

> Any voice-of-experience/repair professional advice out there?
> I agree with the prof on the servicing and I would try to barter a deal on an