What are the best washing machines?

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Best washing machines	Price	Weight	Capacity
-- Electrolux EFLS617S	$939	237 lbs	4.4 cubic ft
-- Kenmore Elite 31633	$999.99	187 lbs	6.2 cubic ft
-- Samsung WF50K7500AV	$1299.99	238 lbs	5 cubic ft
-- LG WM5000HVA with WD100CV	$2,229.98	227 lbs + 100 lbs (337 lbs)	4.5 cubic ft + 1 cubic ft (5.5 cubic ft)
-- Haier HLP24E	$317.49	61 lbs	1.5 cubic ft

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My Recommendation for Electrolux EFLS617S

My Recommendation for Electrolux EFLS617S

Uses detergent more efficiently

No smartphone app

Extendable one-year general warranty

Washing cycles can get too long

Lifetime warranty for the tub

Can get rough on laundry

Sensors optimize washing performance

Difficult to service the drain pump

Helps prevent laundry mistakes

Ten-year warranty for the motor

Drum light turns off automatically

Ensures quiet running by minimizing vibration

Deep cleans and sanitizes with steam

9 configurable cycles for every need

Dedicated cycles for specific types of stains

Short cycle for emergency washes

It's easy to understand the control panel

Two color options to choose from

Drum is large enough for the average household needs

Modern and cool-looking display

My Recommendation for Kenmore Elite 31633

My Recommendation for Kenmore Elite 31633

Washes large loads quickly

No extended warranty

Removes deep stains with steam treatment

No smart app available

You can get the most out of your washing cycles with varied customization options

Slow maximum spin speed

It saves you time with fast washing cycles

No specialized stain treatment cycles

It can clean itself

The LEDs are a little dim

Sears offers a reasonable protection plan

Easy to accidentally press something you didn’t intend to

Impeller-style agitator that doesn’t twist clothes

May be difficult to unload for shorter people

The door won’t slam

It's very large

Easy-to-understand controls

Two color options to choose from

My Recommendation for Samsung WF50K7500AV

My Recommendation for Samsung WF50K7500AV

Washes all your laundry with a reduced amount of cycles

The tub only comes with a three-year warranty

You can add more items during the wash cycle

The companion app is basic and glitchy

Saves time

Rougher on clothes than other machines

One-year general warranty

The door needs regular cleaning

Ten year warranty for the motor

Has a self-cleaning cycle to keep the machine dirt-free and fresh

Can be upgraded to have Wi-Fi features

Plenty of customization

Cycles for all your needs

Easy-to-read display

Two different color versions are available

Deep cleaning using steam cycles

Can wring out excess water

My Recommendation for LG WM5000HVA with WD100CV

My Recommendation for LG WM5000HVA with WD100CV

You can wash things separately

Loading and unloading the smaller machine can be unpractical

Fights against allergens and animal stains

Detergent for the smaller machine needs to added directly

Easy to load and unload

Not stackable

My Recommendation for Haier HLP24E

My Recommendation for Haier HLP24E

Can do more than basic washing cycles

No casters for pushing the machine

Compact and portable

You need to add softener manually

Can be leveled

No special water hookups needed

My Recommendation for Electrolux EIFLS20QSW

My Recommendation for Electrolux EIFLS20QSW