Laundry

REVIEW The Magic Chef MCSTCW16W4 cuts down on energy and water usage at an affordable price.

REVIEW The Danby DWM060WDB stands out for portability and impressive capacity.

The Hotpoint HTX24EASKWS is not a dryer that stands out from the pack but if you are buying the matching washer, the Hotpoint HTW240ASKWS, it will be a fine addition to your laundry room. It could also be a nice companion for any washer in the range of 3-3.5 cubic feet.

The Frigidaire FFRE4120SW is a nice middle point between the most innovative machines and the most budget-friendly. It has some modern touches that make it feel like a true upgrade but it is not quite in the realm of things like smartphone control and steam cycles that you see on the pricier units.

Samsung DV8750 has so many cycle types that you can be confident each load will get exactly what it needs to come out dry without damaging fabrics. It had more options than any dryer we compared, including specific cycles for active wear, wrinkle reduction and bedding.

The Amana NED4655EW is the least expensive model we considered but it still outranks quite a few others. It does not compare well in all ways but this machine will be just fine for laundry duty in many households.

The Kenmore 68132 is large and relatively inexpensive. With its helpful time-saving features this durable dryer can help you get the clothes back onto hangers quickly. The first convenient factor you’ll notice is its size. This Kenmore dryer offers 8.8 cubic feet of interior space.

The GE GTD33EASKWW is a lackluster unit by most measures but it does have a lot of capacity for the price. It will be the perfect companion for its matching washer, the GTW330ASKWW, but it is not going to be a great choice outside of that scenario. This is a very budget-friendly option.

With its gigantic capacity and long list of features, the Kenmore Elite 61633 saves you time by doing lots of laundry in one load. It does it efficiently, too, especially considering how large it is.

The LG DLE7200VE is energy efficient and reasonably-priced yet still has lots of advanced features. Sensor Dry tracks moisture levels and adjusts drying times automatically so you don't have to babysit your loads.

The Maytag MEDX655DW lacks a lot of the features that are common on newer machines but still has some good capabilities and we found it for as little as $550. That is a great price for a dryer that is relatively large and ready to help tackle large piles of laundry.

Review The Kenmore Elite 31633 is a large-capacity, top-load washer that works well for big families. It includes 11 wash cycles, five soil levels and several wash-and-rinse temperatures.

Review The Whirlpool WTW7500GW top-load washer is a little pricey, but it offers some innovative features that will make it feel like an upgrade rather than just a replacement for your old washing machine.

Review The GE GTW330ASKWW is a traditional unit with an agitator for cleaning.

Review The Frigidaire FFTW4120SW is a top-load washing machine that strikes a good balance between modern and innovative while still being relatively budget friendly.

Review The Kenmore 28132 is a top-load washer that has an impeller instead of a central agitator.

Review The Maytag MVWB765FW is a top-load washer that features an agitator.

Review The LG WT7200CV top-load washer offers the right combination of energy efficiency, price, warranty and features. Many competitors we looked at in the same price range had several of those attributes, but this washing machine had all of them together.

Review The Samsung WA54M8750AV/A4 is a Wi-Fi-connected top-load washing machine that is also Energy Star certified.