Here is a summary of the main points of the article:

1. Inconvenience when adding clothes:

   • During operation, the door of a front-loading washing machine is locked to prevent water and foam from leaking, making it impossible to add clothes midway.
   • Although some models allow adding clothes during a wash cycle, they are usually expensive and still require waiting for the drum to stop spinning and drain water before opening the door.

2. Difficulty in retrieving clothes:

   • Due to the horizontal drum design with a low-positioned door, users have to bend down or squat to take clothes out, which is inconvenient for the elderly or those with back problems.

3. High cost:

   • Front-loading washing machines are generally more expensive than top-loading models.
   • Budget-friendly front-loading washers often have average quality and cleaning performance.

4. Expensive maintenance:

   • The complex structure of front-loading washing machines results in higher maintenance costs when issues arise.
   • Even hiring someone to clean a front-loading washer is typically more expensive than for a top-loading one.

Although front-loading washing machines have several advantages, these drawbacks may lead consumers to reconsider when choosing between the two types.