5 Most Reliable Brands of Washers and Dryers, According to Repairmnen

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What to Look for When Buying a Reliable Washer and Dryer

When looking for a reliable washer and dryer, see if the company has tested their machines’ longevity. Reliable brands, such as Asko and Miele, will actually put their appliances through simulations to see how long they work.

Next, consider the warranty. Even the most reliable washing machines and dryers have issues from time to time, and repairs can be costly and time-consuming. The majority of brands only offer 12 months, but some, like Maytag, offer 10-year coverage on the most important parts—motors and drums.

Beyond that, look at details like size, price and special features that fit your needs and lifestyle. A companion app isn’t necessary, but it’s nice to monitor your laundry while you’re in a different room. Some apps may also alert you to issues with your machines before they’re apparent to the naked eye.

How We Found the Most Reliable Washer and Dryer Brands

I’m a former New York City doorman who often did shopping research for high-profile tenants and I’ve written about similar large home appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers. To find the most reliable washer and dryer brands, I put hours of research into customer reviews, machine specs and common issues with certain machines. I combed through the brands offered at most major retailers and ensured they offered multiple washers and dryers to fit different budgets and lifestyles, eliminating any with more negative reviews than positive. And for the expert’s take, I turned to washer repair companies Shaper Service Solutions and Advanced Appliance Service Inc., as well as Puls technicians, a nationwide service of appliance technicians, to see what they had to say about certain brands.

Conclusion

As the old saying goes, there are different strokes for different folks, and the same goes for the best reliable washers and dryers. Maytag is a good fit for large families due to their larger load sizes, but it’s not a brand we’d recommend to a single person who might be better off with LG’s tech-inspired machines.

That said, these five brands have some of the best customer reviews and produce efficient machines that fit multiple lifestyles.

FAQ

What washers do repairmen recommend?

Whirlpool and LG were the two washing machine brands recommended by Puls who said they had the fewest problems and were the cheapest to repair, on average. Maytag came in at third.

Is Maytag or Whirlpool better quality?

Both brands make high-quality machines, but repairmen from Puls found that Whirlpool had fewer problems and was cheaper to repair than Maytag. Maytag, however, ranked third among most major appliance brands for reliable washer and dryers.

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