Clothes dryers

Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]

Price range:

$429.40 - $511.00

Summary: This Maytag dryer has a painted drum, rotary controls and an end-of-cycle signal. It has a moisture sensor and is not stackable.

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About - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]
The Centennial MEDC500V[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the Centennial MEDC500V[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Drying performance: This score combines performance on four types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of all-cotton items; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear. Capacity: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 5 to 8.0 cu. ft. Convenience: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]

The Centennial MEDC500V[W] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, electric dryer models like the Centennial MEDC500V[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Drying performance:: This score combines performance on four types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of all-cotton items; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear.
Capacity:: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 5 to 8.0 cu. ft.
Convenience:: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About This Brand
This Whirlpool-owned brand is positioned as a durable brand but priced a bit lower than Whirlpool-branded products. The company makes electric and gas products and also sells models that are stackable with the washer. Prices for Maytag dryers range from $350 to $900.
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About This Brand

This Whirlpool-owned brand is positioned as a durable brand but priced a bit lower than Whirlpool-branded products. The company makes electric and gas products and also sells models that are stackable with the washer. Prices for Maytag dryers range from $350 to $900.

Read our Brand Reliability

Features & Specs - Maytag Centennial MEDC500V[W]
Stainless-steel drum A stainless-steel drum is likely to resist damage better than plastic and painted metal drums. Stainless-steel drum	No
Porcelain top A porcelain top resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a dryer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable with normal use. Porcelain top	No
Drying rack The rack attaches inside the drum to keep items such as sneakers or sweaters from tumbling. Drying rack	No
Custom programs This feature allows you to save your favorite settings. Custom programs	No
Steam option Generally, a water hook-up is required with this feature. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the drum while tumbling with heat. It helps to reduce wrinkles and odors, but is intended only for a few garments at a time. Steam option	No
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My wife loves this dryer!

By Dad from Gulf Breeze, Fl. on 2/5/2010

Pros:

Adjustable Temperature, Easy To Use, Energy Efficient, Large Capacity, Quiet, Works Quickly

Best Uses:

Bulky Items, Delicates, Everyday Clothes, Sheets & Mattress Covers, Towels

Describe Yourself:

Heavy Duty User

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Dries clothes very quick, highly recommend.

Thumping

By Not a stupid consumer from Florida on 1/27/2010

Pros:

Easy To Use, Large Capacity

Cons:

Loud

Best Uses:

Delicates, Everyday Clothes, Sheets & Mattress Covers, Towels

Describe Yourself:

Heavy Duty User

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Love the simplicity of the dryer. Dries well. No wrinkles. Large capacity. However, the dryer has made a rhythmic thumping noise since I bought it. I was told it was a "seam problem" and the repairman filed the seam on the drum so it would "roll over the rollers more smoothly" It did not change anything. Still thumps and shakes rhythmically when drying. I was told it would get better after more loads. It did not. Told it would be louder when it was cold. I live in Florida! I am trying to upgrade to the 700 series of this dryer because it has "4 rollers instead of 2 rollers" and will not make that noise according to my repair guy... rest of the story to follow

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

great for the money

By canuck77 from Whiteland, IN on 9/2/2009

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I've had this dryer for over a year and I have no complaints with it. Having bought a Cabrio washer a year before and finding out the hard way that it was like throwing $1000 out the window, I was more than happy to buy this dryer [on sale] at a really good price. It does what it says...I'd recommend it.

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