Laundry Reviews and Rankings

Best Top Loading Washing Machine

Winner: LG WT5101HW 27" Top Load Washer
Front-loading washers may look stunning and one would assume that they've taken over the laundry room, but that's far from the truth. Though there are lots...

Best Washing Machine

Winner: LG WT5101HW 27" Top Load Washer
Buyers shopping for a washing machine can choose between front-loading and top-loading models. Front-loading washers tend to offer superior washing...

Best Budget Top-Load Washing Machine

Winner: General Electric GTWN4250MWS White Top Load Washer
While most budget-friendly washing machines tend to offer only the basics, a few models sport some pretty nice wash and fabric care settings. And with an...

Best Front Load Washing Machine

Winner: LG WM2140CW White 27-in Washer
While front-loading washers tend to be more expensive, they typically offer superior washing performance and energy efficiency compared to top-loading...

Best High-Efficiency Top-Load Washer

Winner: LG Electronics WT5001CW White 27-in Washer
The following list is a selection for those who prefer the classic style of a top loading washer, but do not want to sacrifice energy efficiency....

Best Dryer

Dryers are an undeniable part of our laundry activities. We use them weekly, whether we come into contact with them or not. They are as integral to the process as a washer, for without them, we would be left to hang our ...

Best Budget Washing Machine

Winner: LG WM2140CW White 27-in Washer
Budget is a hard word to define. What most of us perceive as affordable can be drastically different from person to person. So here is a realistic price...

Best Front Load Washer And Dryer

Winner: Samsung 4.5 cu. ft. Steam Washer WF448AA and 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer DV409AE
Washing and drying clothes used to be such a simple affair. Back in the day, you could just bang clothes on a rock for a while and then hang them on a line...

Best Garment / Fabric Steamer

Winner: Jiffy Steamer J-2000 Residential Series Garment Steamer
While small garment steamers have always been popular as a travel or office accessory, many consumers are now relying more on larger, upright steamers for...

Best Top Load Energy Star Washing Machine under $1000

Winner: LG Wave Series WT5101HV 5.2 cu. ft. Top Load Washer
Though front loaders garner a large share of the retail market, top load washing machines continue to be very popular with consumers. In fact, some are...

Best Stackable Washer Dryer

Winner: Whirlpool Duet 4.1 cu. ft. Front Load Washer WFW9400SZ and Dryer WED9400SZ
City dwellers and folks with tight laundry room capacity find spin-cycle salvation in compact, stackable washers and dryers. Stackable washers and dryers...

Best Quiet Washer

Winner: Electrolux EWFLS70JMB Front-Load Washer
In the bustling age of noise and technology, people have come to expect peace and quiet from their appliances. One of the most pressing questions I'm...

Best All-In-One Washer & Dryer Combo

Winner: LG WM3431HW Energy Star White Washer & Dryer Combo
This mode of appliance may not suit everyone because you cannot wash a load while drying another, but for some it's the ideal laundry solution. If you...

Best Steam Iron

Winner: Black & Decker D2030 Auto-Off Iron
In addition to safety and convenience features, irons have undergone considerable improvement when it comes to fabric care. Textile changes and new...

Best Compact Portable Washer

Winner: Danby DWM99W Washer
If you're tired of running to the laundromat on your days off, installing a regular washer is not an option or your home is tight on space, a compact...