10 Best Front-Loading Washing Machines: 10 Easy Pieces

10 Best Front-Loading Washing Machines: 10 Easy Pieces
When it comes to washing machines, are we biased? In our opinion, front-loading washers are it. An accessory worth considering is a laundry pedestal with a drawer that raises your washer off of the floor to eliminate stooping and provide storage space for detergents or other laundry tools.).
LG front-loading machines have the best repair record on the market.
The entry-level LG Front Load Washer (WM3400CW) has a slightly smaller drum (4.5 cubic feet) and eight wash cycles; $745 at AJ Madison.
What do you get with the top-of-the-line LG washer? The LG Turbowash Series 29-Inch Smart Front Load Washer (WM8900HBA) has a 5.2-cubic-foot capacity drum (to get that capacity, the washer measures 29 inches, 2 inches wider than the standard washer size).
The Samsung Bespoke 27 Inch Front Load Smart Washer (WF46BB6700AD) has 4.6 cubit feet capacity, 24 wash cycles, steam capability, and antimicrobial technology; $1,165 at Appliances Connection.
Manufactured in Ohio by Whirlpool, the Maytag 27 Inch Front Load Smart Washer (MHW8630HW) has a 4.5-cubic-foot capacity, cold or hot water stain removal capability, a steam option, and wrinkle control features; $749 at Maytag.
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Julie’s choice for her Brooklyn Heights remodel, the Bosch 300 Series 24 Inch Front Load Washer (WAT28400UC) is 3 inches smaller than the average washer size with 15 wash cycles and a smaller drum (only a 2.2 cubic foot capacity) but can wash up to 16 towels at once; $1,149 at Amazon.
Another compact model, the Miele 24 Inch Front Load Washer (WXR860WCS) has 25 wash cycles, a smaller 2.6 cubic foot drum, and steam options; $2,449 at AJ Madison.
The American-made Whirlpool Front Load Smart Washer (WFW9620HC) has a large 5.0 cubic foot drum capacity, automatic detergent dispenser up to 40 loads, smart appliance features, and 35 wash cycles at Whirlpool.
The GE UltraFresh Vent System Front Load Washer (GFW550SSNWW) includes a 4.8 cubic foot drum, built-in wifi, antimicrobal technology, and 10 wash cycles; $888 at Lowes.
The Electrolux SmartBoost Front Load Washer (ELFW7637AW) has an ultra-efficient stain-removing feature, and optic whitening cycle, and an allergen-removal cycle; $998 at Lowes. For more washing machine and laundry room tips, see our posts.
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