Consumer Reports Information
Brand and model
The designation for the item we tested. Untested models that are similar, and should perform comparably, are listed in small type under the tested model. When included, brackets indicate the color code of the model we tested; similar models appear with empty brackets since more than one color may be available. Note that additional letters or numbers may be appended for a particular sample of the model to signify year manufactured, or other such information.
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Brand and model Price
An approximate retail price.
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Price Test results
Results based mainly on evaluations performed in our testing labs. For information on specific attributes and tests, click on the icon below the column title.
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Test results Features
Important attributes that might affect your buying decision. For information on specific features, click on the icon below the column title. Additional features may be included on the individual model pages; click on the model's name to reach its page.
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Features
Small type: similar model(s)
CR Best Buy indicates an exceptional value. Overall score
This score is based primarily on washing ability, efficiency, capacity, and noise.
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Washing performance
This reflects the degree of color change to swatches of fabric that were included in an 8-pound test load of mixed cotton items using the machines' most aggressive normal cycle. (We do not use special cycle or option buttons.)
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Energy efficiency
This score is based on the energy needed to heat the water for 8-pound and maximum loads using a warm wash and cold rinse. We consider both gas and electric water heaters, and include electricity needed to run the washer and energy needed for drying. Washers that extract more water are scored higher.
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Water efficiency
This score denotes how much water it took to wash our 8-pound load and each machine's maximum load. On models that didn't set the fill level automatically, we used the lowest fill setting that sufficed for the 8-pound load. We then calculated water used per pound of clothing.
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Capacity
For top-loaders, Capacity is based on how well the washer agitates increasingly large loads. For front-loaders, the score is based on our judgment of the maximum sized load that the washer holds.
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Gentleness
Models that earned lower scores for gentleness are more likely to treat your clothes roughly, causing wear and tear.
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Noise
This reflects judgments by panelists during the fill, agitate, and spin cycles.
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Cycle time (min.)
Our measurements of the time, rounded to the nearest five minutes, to complete the most aggressive normal cycle with our 8 lb. load. (We do not use special cycle or option buttons.)
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Stainless-steel tub
Tubs constructed of stainless steel are likely to be more durable than plastic or porcelain, and they allow for higher spin speeds. Plastic is the next most durable choice.
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Porcelain top/lid
A porcelain top/lid resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a washer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable in normal use.
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Auto temp. control
This feature automatically mixes hot and cold water to reach the chosen wash temperature (which differs on various makes of washers). It's a good way to compensate for normal variations in tap-water temperature and prevents problems caused by water that's too cold, which keeps detergent from working properly.
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Auto bleach dispenser
Automatic Bleach dispenser releases the bleach at the proper point in the cycle, giving the detergent additives sufficient time to work.
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Shop online
Clicking "Shop Online" will allow you to obtain product pricing and availability information from a number of online retailers. If you wish, you can also purchase the item from one of those vendors.
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TOP-LOADING MODELS
Whirlpool Cabrio HE WTW6600S[W] $1000 73. 55 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Elite Oasis HE 2708[2]
Elite Oasis HE 2709[ ] $1000 $1000 72. 60 • • • •
Whirlpool Cabrio WTW6200S[W] $700 70. 50 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Oasis 2705[2] $900 66. 55 • • • •
GE Profile Harmony WPGT9360E[WW] $1000 65. 55 • • •
Fisher & Paykel Intuitive IWL16 $800 64. 50 • •
GE WHDRR418G[WW] (Home Depot) $440 58. 40 •
Whirlpool WTW5540S[W] $400 56. 45 •
GE WWSE5240G[WW] $430 53. 45 •
GE WPRE8100G[WT] $600 53. 45 • •
Estate ETW4400S[Q] $350 52. 45
Kenmore (Sears) 2761[2] $470 51. 40 • •
Whirlpool WTW5300S[Q] $350 50. 40
Haier Genesis GWT900A[W] $1000 50. 55 • •
GE WLRR5000G[WW] (Lowe's) $500 48. 60 • •
Roper RTW4400S[Q] $350 48. 40
Kenmore (Sears) 2742[2] $330 46. 40 • •
Kenmore (Sears) 2783[1] $570 24. 50 • •
Whirlpool WTW5840S[W] $500 22. 40 • •
Frigidaire Gallery GLWS1339E[C] $360 20. 45
Kenmore (Sears) 2772[1]
2773[ ] $540,
2774[ ] $540 $540 19. 40 •
FRONT-LOADING MODELS
LG Tromm SteamWasher WM2688H[WM] $1500 83. 70 • • • •
Whirlpool Duet HT GHW9400P[W] $1200 79. 65 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Elite HE5t 4708[1] $1500 79. 105 • • • •
Maytag Epic MFW9700S[Q] $1000 79. 70 • • • •
Bosch Nexxt 500 Series WFMC3301UC $1100 79. 80 • • • •
Whirlpool Duet HT WFW9400S[W]
Duet HT WFW9200S[ ] $1200 $1400 78. 105 • • • •
LG WM0642H[W] $1000 78. 95 • • • •
KitchenAid Superba KHWS02R[MT] $1400 78. 65 • • • •
Frigidaire LTF2940E (Lowes)
Gallery GLTF2940E[ ] $750 $750 78. 55 • • •
Samsung SilverCare WF316LA[W] $1200 77. 75 • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH8700A[WW] $1100 77. 85 • • •
Siemens ultraSense WFXD5201UC $1100 77. 70 • • • •
LG WM1814C[W] $800 76. 80 • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH9700S[W] $1300 75. 90 • • •
Whirlpool Duet Sport HT WFW8500S[W] $1000 75. 95 • • •
LG WM2277H[W] $1100 75. 75 • • • •
Bosch Nexxt 100 Series WFMC1001UC $880 74. 100 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) HE2t 4756[1]
HE2t 4757[ ] $1000 $1050 74. 95 • • • •
GE WBVH6240F[WW]
WHDVH626F[ ] (Home Depot) $900 $900 73. 105 • • •
Frigidaire FTF2140E $700 72. 45 • •
Whirlpool Duet Sport WFW8300S[Q] $800 67. 70 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) HE2 Plus 4751[2]
HE2 Plus 4753[ ] $800 $850 67. 70 • • • •
Frigidaire Gallery GLTR1670A $620 66. 60 • • •
Frigidaire Affinity ATF7000E
Affinity ATF6000E[ ] $800 $900 66. 60 • • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH6500A[WW]
Neptune MAH5500B[ ] $800 $900 64. 70 • • • •
Miele Touchtronic W1113 $1600 63. 90 • • • •
NOT RECOMMENDED MODELS
GE WBVH5100H[WW] $750 NA NA NA NA NA NA ---
GE WCVH6600H[WW] $900 NA NA NA NA NA NA ---
Brand and model
The designation for the item we tested. Untested models that are similar, and should perform comparably, are listed in small type under the tested model. When included, brackets indicate the color code of the model we tested; similar models appear with empty brackets since more than one color may be available. Note that additional letters or numbers may be appended for a particular sample of the model to signify year manufactured, or other such information.
close
Brand and model Price
An approximate retail price.
close
Price Test results
Results based mainly on evaluations performed in our testing labs. For information on specific attributes and tests, click on the icon below the column title.
close
Test results Features
Important attributes that might affect your buying decision. For information on specific features, click on the icon below the column title. Additional features may be included on the individual model pages; click on the model's name to reach its page.
close
Features
Small type: similar model(s)
CR Best Buy indicates an exceptional value. Overall score
This score is based primarily on washing ability, efficiency, capacity, and noise.
close
Washing performance
This reflects the degree of color change to swatches of fabric that were included in an 8-pound test load of mixed cotton items using the machines' most aggressive normal cycle. (We do not use special cycle or option buttons.)
close
Energy efficiency
This score is based on the energy needed to heat the water for 8-pound and maximum loads using a warm wash and cold rinse. We consider both gas and electric water heaters, and include electricity needed to run the washer and energy needed for drying. Washers that extract more water are scored higher.
close
Water efficiency
This score denotes how much water it took to wash our 8-pound load and each machine's maximum load. On models that didn't set the fill level automatically, we used the lowest fill setting that sufficed for the 8-pound load. We then calculated water used per pound of clothing.
close
Capacity
For top-loaders, Capacity is based on how well the washer agitates increasingly large loads. For front-loaders, the score is based on our judgment of the maximum sized load that the washer holds.
close
Gentleness
Models that earned lower scores for gentleness are more likely to treat your clothes roughly, causing wear and tear.
close
Noise
This reflects judgments by panelists during the fill, agitate, and spin cycles.
close
Cycle time (min.)
Our measurements of the time, rounded to the nearest five minutes, to complete the most aggressive normal cycle with our 8 lb. load. (We do not use special cycle or option buttons.)
close
Stainless-steel tub
Tubs constructed of stainless steel are likely to be more durable than plastic or porcelain, and they allow for higher spin speeds. Plastic is the next most durable choice.
close
Porcelain top/lid
A porcelain top/lid resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a washer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable in normal use.
close
Auto temp. control
This feature automatically mixes hot and cold water to reach the chosen wash temperature (which differs on various makes of washers). It's a good way to compensate for normal variations in tap-water temperature and prevents problems caused by water that's too cold, which keeps detergent from working properly.
close
Auto bleach dispenser
Automatic Bleach dispenser releases the bleach at the proper point in the cycle, giving the detergent additives sufficient time to work.
close
Shop online
Clicking "Shop Online" will allow you to obtain product pricing and availability information from a number of online retailers. If you wish, you can also purchase the item from one of those vendors.
close
TOP-LOADING MODELS
Whirlpool Cabrio HE WTW6600S[W] $1000 73. 55 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Elite Oasis HE 2708[2]
Elite Oasis HE 2709[ ] $1000 $1000 72. 60 • • • •
Whirlpool Cabrio WTW6200S[W] $700 70. 50 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Oasis 2705[2] $900 66. 55 • • • •
GE Profile Harmony WPGT9360E[WW] $1000 65. 55 • • •
Fisher & Paykel Intuitive IWL16 $800 64. 50 • •
GE WHDRR418G[WW] (Home Depot) $440 58. 40 •
Whirlpool WTW5540S[W] $400 56. 45 •
GE WWSE5240G[WW] $430 53. 45 •
GE WPRE8100G[WT] $600 53. 45 • •
Estate ETW4400S[Q] $350 52. 45
Kenmore (Sears) 2761[2] $470 51. 40 • •
Whirlpool WTW5300S[Q] $350 50. 40
Haier Genesis GWT900A[W] $1000 50. 55 • •
GE WLRR5000G[WW] (Lowe's) $500 48. 60 • •
Roper RTW4400S[Q] $350 48. 40
Kenmore (Sears) 2742[2] $330 46. 40 • •
Kenmore (Sears) 2783[1] $570 24. 50 • •
Whirlpool WTW5840S[W] $500 22. 40 • •
Frigidaire Gallery GLWS1339E[C] $360 20. 45
Kenmore (Sears) 2772[1]
2773[ ] $540,
2774[ ] $540 $540 19. 40 •
FRONT-LOADING MODELS
LG Tromm SteamWasher WM2688H[WM] $1500 83. 70 • • • •
Whirlpool Duet HT GHW9400P[W] $1200 79. 65 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) Elite HE5t 4708[1] $1500 79. 105 • • • •
Maytag Epic MFW9700S[Q] $1000 79. 70 • • • •
Bosch Nexxt 500 Series WFMC3301UC $1100 79. 80 • • • •
Whirlpool Duet HT WFW9400S[W]
Duet HT WFW9200S[ ] $1200 $1400 78. 105 • • • •
LG WM0642H[W] $1000 78. 95 • • • •
KitchenAid Superba KHWS02R[MT] $1400 78. 65 • • • •
Frigidaire LTF2940E
Gallery GLTF2940E[ ] $750 $750 78. 55 • • •
Samsung SilverCare WF316LA[W] $1200 77. 75 • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH8700A[WW] $1100 77. 85 • • •
Siemens ultraSense WFXD5201UC $1100 77. 70 • • • •
LG WM1814C[W] $800 76. 80 • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH9700S[W] $1300 75. 90 • • •
Whirlpool Duet Sport HT WFW8500S[W] $1000 75. 95 • • •
LG WM2277H[W] $1100 75. 75 • • • •
Bosch Nexxt 100 Series WFMC1001UC $880 74. 100 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) HE2t 4756[1]
HE2t 4757[ ] $1000 $1050 74. 95 • • • •
GE WBVH6240F[WW]
WHDVH626F[ ] (Home Depot) $900 $900 73. 105 • • •
Frigidaire FTF2140E
Whirlpool Duet Sport WFW8300S[Q] $800 67. 70 • • • •
Kenmore (Sears) HE2 Plus 4751[2]
HE2 Plus 4753[ ] $800 $850 67. 70 • • • •
Frigidaire Gallery GLTR1670A
Frigidaire Affinity ATF7000E
Affinity ATF6000E[ ] $800 $900 66. 60 • • • •
Maytag Neptune MAH6500A[WW]
Neptune MAH5500B[ ] $800 $900 64. 70 • • • •
Miele Touchtronic W1113 $1600 63. 90 • • • •
NOT RECOMMENDED MODELS
GE WBVH5100H[WW] $750 NA NA NA NA NA NA ---
GE WCVH6600H[WW] $900 NA NA NA NA NA NA ---
