While they don’t offer any innovative features or high capacities, these machines are excellent for washing and drying in a small household. Save big with this budget washer and dryer set from Insignia. Washer Mechanism: Not applicable | Washer Capacity: 4.5 cubic feet | Washer Cycles: 12 | Dryer Fuel: Electric | Dryer Capacity: 7.4 cubic feet | Dryer Cycles: 12 Price at time of publish: $1,149 for washer, $1,149 for dryer Despite these misgivings, we think this front-loading washer and dryer are a great investment with a strong mixture of basic and advanced cycles for any household’s needs. But the remote start feature is not truly "remote start." The machine has to be turned on before you can press the start button on the app, which makes the feature counterintuitive in our opinion. The app was especially great for monitoring remaining cycle times. We also struggled to set up the app for our machines located in The Lab however, the set-up process in our home setting was a breeze. While this duo is efficient at washing and drying, the spin cycle on the washing machine is a bit loud. The dryer also has a similar feature to prevent wrinkles, and it will periodically tumble for up to 3 hours after a cycle has been completed. Plus, if you forget about your washing load, this machine will tumble your wet clothes periodically in a FreshCare tumble cycle to prevent any unwanted smells from developing. We also love that these machines can be stacked for a more compact arrangement in apartments or small laundry rooms. This came in handy during our many rounds of sheet testing in The Lab, where washing over a dozen sets of sheets became quite the task. Unlike top-load washers, this washing machine’s drum is free from an agitator, making it ideal for throwing in multiple bedding sets without any fuss over unwashed items or a tangled mess. The dryer boasted just as much efficiency with its AI technology, which selects a compatible drying cycle based on the settings you used during the wash load. In a home setting, we found the washing machine to be a game changer for never-ending laundry piles, thanks to the 15-minute Speedwash Cycle. We’ve had the opportunity to test the LG WM4000HWA 4.5-cubic-feet Ultra Large Capacity Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Front Load Washer and LG DLEX4000W 7.4-cubic-feet Large Capacity Vented Smart Stackable Electric Dryer, and we also use this duo in The Lab regularly to support cleanup after testing. While some front-load washing machine designs can be a pain to keep clean, we’re big fans of this efficient and high-capacity duo from LG. Keeping Ahoni's guidance in mind, we researched dozens of washer and dryer sets-and we even tested a few-evaluating them on tub capacity, efficiency, value, and features. Whether you're on a tight budget and need an affordable duo that can still tackle tough stains, or you're looking for a smart washer and dryer to optimize your cleaning routine and sync up with your other smart home devices, we've included the latest models from a variety of brands in this roundup. "For example, if a consumer wears a lot of athletic wear, they may be interested in a machine with cycles specifically designed for washing athletic garments." "Consumers should think about their key laundry problems and needs and may consider machines with specific cycles that can meet ," says Jennifer Ahoni, P&G Fabric Care Principal Scientist and Laundry Expert. On top of being efficient and economical, the right set will align with your household's needs, whether it be cycling through multiple loads per day or per week.
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