Pet Hair Removal
Do you need to figure out how to remove cat or dog hair from clothes? If your furry friends are big shedders, you’ll need a washer and dryer that are up to the challenge. Machines with a pet-hair-removal feature can remove up to six times more hair than a typical appliance.
Automatic Load Balancing for Washers
No one enjoys a noisy washer that bangs loudly while moving across the floor. This usually happens when clothes, sheets and towels shift to one side of the washer during the spin cycle, leaving the washing machine unbalanced. When models with automatic load balancing detect an imbalance, the washer drum fills back up with water to readjust the contents.
Washer with Removable Agitator
If you want to wash large items like blankets and comforters, a washing machine with a removable agitator is a great idea. Take out the agitator to gain extra room to wash bulky items. Leave the agitator in for small and medium-sized loads. This option is only available for top-load washers.
A Dryer With Steam for Tackling Wrinkles
When you’re in a hurry is typically when you realize your clothes are full of wrinkles. If you’re not a fan of ironing, a dryer with a steam cycle can eliminate folds and creases in no time, so you can leave the ironing board in the closet. This special cycle has the added benefit of ridding clothes of dust and allergens so you can breathe easier too.
Wi-Fi Connectivity for Your Washer and Dryer
Nothing is worse than feeling tethered to your laundry room while you’re waiting to switch out loads. Some of the best washing and drying machines allow you to monitor load cycles remotely using a smartphone app instead of listening for the machine to stop. Some connected models even integrate with other smart home systems.
A Washer With Sensor Wash
Getting clean clothes with no detergent residue is all about choosing the right wash cycle. Washing machines with sensor wash automatically determine the optimal wash setting and water level of each load, helping you to simplify laundry day.
Automatic Tumble for Your Dryer
Think beyond quick dry for the best dryer features. In the real world, you can’t always be around to unload your clothes dryer as soon as it stops. To solve this problem, some models are equipped with a setting that periodically tumbles clothes to keep them fresh and wrinkle-free until you can get to them.
A Self-Cleaning Washer for Less Maintenance
No homeowner has ever complained about having too few household chores. Some of the best washing machines include a special cleansing cycle to keep the bin fresh and odor-free. Some self-cleaning washer models even include a built-in alert system that reminds you when it’s time to run the cycle.
Space-Saving Options
If you live in a condo or townhouse or have a small laundry room, it’s important to consider which washer and dryer machines are best suited for your limited space.
Stackable Front Load Washers and Dryers
Looking for the perfect addition to a compact laundry room? Stacked washer dryers are the way to go. Stackable front-load washer and dryer sets save square footage without compromising on size or features. They have the same features as side-by-side washer and dryer units and can include:
- Quick-dry dryers that tackle small loads or individual items fast.
- Dryers that have wrinkle prevention care.
- Built-in smart features that allow you to start or stop the washer or dryer from your phone.
- A feature that can sanitize clothing to kill bacteria.
- A super-quick wash feature that can wash a full load in less than 30 minutes.
Best RV Washer Dryers
There are two main types of RV washer dryer combos available: built-in and portable machines.
- Portable RV washer dryers can be relocated if necessary.
- Built-in RV washer dryers are permanently installed and may be more stable.
Also, a smaller all-in-one washer dryer combo, which is sometimes referred to as a 2-in-1 washer and dryer, can launder clothes and dry them in the same bin instead of requiring two separate machines. An all-in-one model can provide a cleaning capacity closer to that of a washer dryer you’d find in a home while maximizing space in an RV.
If you’re considering an all-in-one washer dryer, keep in mind that ventless models are easier to install in RVs, as they don’t require a hookup to an external vent. However, these machines often take longer to dry clothes than traditional vented models.