Grabbing yourself a new pair of washers and dryers can be an overwhelming task, whether you want to replace something old or you’re starting with an empty house. They tend to be quite expensive, and if you’re already on a tight budget, it can be hard to find something good that’s also relatively cheap. Luckily, there are some great deals on brands like LG and GE, and there are even some great Samsung deals if you are already in the Samsung ecosystem. To that end, we’ve gone out and found some of our favorite deals and bundles to help save you the trouble and get you the best return on your investment.
Best LG washer and dryer deals
LG makes some awesome appliances. We’ve picked some medium-sized options, including a fairly cheap package deal available at Best Buy.
- LG 4.5 Cubic Foot Stackable Front Load Washer —
- LG 5.0 Cubic Foot High Efficiency Front Load Washer —
- LG 5.5 Cubic Foot High Efficiency Top Load Washer —
- LG 4.7 Cubic Foot Electric Dryer —
- LG Top Load Package: 5.5 Cubic Foot Washer and 7.3 Cubic Foot Electric Dryer —
Best Samsung washer and dryer deals
Most of Samsung’s options are on the more expensive end of the spectrum. If you want something truly luxurious, go for Samsung’s Bespoke line.
- Samsung Bespoke 5.3 Cubic Foot Ultra Capacity Front Load Washer —
- Samsung 4.5 Cubic Foot Large Capacity Smart Front Load Washer —
- Samsung 7.5 Cubic Foot Smart Electric Dryer —
- Samsung 7.5 Cubic Foot Gas Dryer —
- Samsung Bundle: Dial FlexWash and FlexDry Washer and Dryer —
Other washer and dryer deals we like
Some other brands worth looking at are Insignia, GE, and Whirlpool. Most of these options are a bit cheaper than the options from Samsung and LG.
- Insignia 3.7 Cubic Foot 12-Cycle Top-Loading Washer —
- Whirlpool 7.4 Cubic Foot Stackable Electric Dryer —
- GE 7.8 Cubic Foot 10-Cycle Electric Dryer —
- Insignia Package: 3.7 Cubic Foot Top-Loading Washer and 6.7 Cubic Foot Electric Dryer —
- GE Package: 4.5 Cubic Foot Top-Load Washer and 4.7 Cubic Foot Front-Load Electric Dryer —
How to choose the right washer and dryer
Here are the three most important things to consider when buying a washer and dryer: arrangement, size and features. The arrangement refers to how to washer and dryer sit next to each other and where the doors are, as in front-load vs. top-load. You can save some space if you get a stackable set, but they are often quite expensive. As for doors, more people prefer to have their washing machine be top load, since you can open it during a cycle without getting water everywhere. On the other hand, front-load washers tumble the clothes naturally, while top-load washers need the swirling agitating motion to get the clothes to tumble.
As for size, you need to consider the outside and the inside of the machine. When you measure your space, make sure to account for at least 4 extra inches for pipes and wires in the back. The capacity of the washer will determine how much clothes you can wash and dry at once. Get something with at least 5 cubic feet if you have a large family. If you’re on your own you can save energy by getting something closer to 3 cubic feet.
Picking features on a washer and dryer is purely about weighing efficiency vs. money. Is it worth a one-time payment of a few hundred extra dollars if you can get automatic steaming in your dryer? Are you comfortable with a purely time-based system or do you want a moisture sensor? Are you interested in going the extra mile and getting a smart system you can control from your phone? Every new feature adds to the price, but it’s worth it if it saves you time and money down the road.
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