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bdubelyew t1_iwcg5g0 wrote

All of the top load Speed Queens have an agitator. The TC uses the old 210 degree style wash action, where the TR models use a 360 degree agitation that is supposed to be gentler on clothes. A lot of people prefer the TC model. The TR7 has the longest warranty, nothing to be afraid of with their controls. Even dials are electronic nowadays so that part is all the same.

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5spd4wd t1_iwcm6ck wrote

I'd take a 360 agitation model because of sheets, towels, wash cloths, cleaning rags, throw rugs, gardening cothes, babies & pets' expelled body products, etc. There are "gentle wash" settings on nearly all, for being easy on clothes.

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bdubelyew t1_iwdgo4e wrote

Yep. The TC models actually exist because in 2018 the government changed regulations for washing machines and the machines they made their reputation on was no longer compliant. So the TR series was born. There was initially immense pushback on the TR series and tons of people calling asking for “pre-2018” models. The TC (C stands for Classic) is the modern version of those pre 2018 models that were so popular. They’ve updated the TR, and it’s honestly an impressive platform how they’ve designed it so either is a good option boiling down to “stronger cleaning = TC while gentler cleaning = TR”.

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5spd4wd t1_iwdindh wrote

And...

What is the difference between the TC and TR Speed Queen washers?

The TC5 has a two-speed ½ hp motor, whereas the TR5 has a variable speed, 1 hp motor with a maximum spin speed of 820 RPM. This could come in handy if you're frequently doing large loads of heavily soiled items. The TC5 has two different load size selections, whereas the TR5 has three. Jun 10, 2021

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nerdyharrybartending OP t1_iwe2h8s wrote

Thanks that's really helpful for perspective. I'm still torn though because while my instincts say go for the classic, I really don't need a "stronger cleaning"

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celticdove t1_iwf8om1 wrote

I bought the TC a few years ago when so many were complaining about the TR. I had your same quandary and decided I didn't want to be disappointed for the next 20-25 years while enjoying the longevity for which SQ is known. Read the reviews for yourself, and pay attention to the dates if there was a redesign recently. Newer reviews may favor one over the other.

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