LG WM5000HVA with WD100CV vs Electrolux EIFLS20QSW

The main LG WM5000HVA unit has a 4.5 cubic ft drum which has a myriad of cycles to choose from. The cycles are quick, taking only approximately 40 minutes for a normal cycle and 80 minutes for a heavy duty cycle. The smaller WD100CV washer has a 1 cubic ft capacity and can work independently from the bigger machine. You can put brightly colored or fragile items separately here to prevent damaging them or the rest of the laundry. Things like cloth diapers can also be washed separately from the rest of the laundry.

The included “sanitize” and “allergen” cycles make it a great appliance for animal lovers. These cycles effectively clean animal-related stains and allergens like fur, urine, and dandruff, making pet owner’s life easier.

The doors are very large, which helps make the loading and unloading process easier. In addition, the drum is slightly tilted so it is easier to see and reach the back of the drum. This puts less pressure on your back and minimizes the risk of you forgetting something in the washer.

With a footprint measuring 24 x 25 inches, this machine is much smaller than standard washing machines. Its size lets you install it in compact apartments without hogging up much space. Despite the small size, its 2.4 cubic ft capacity should be enough to fit the laundry load of 2 people.

This washer has a steam feature available, something rarely found in a compact machine. Steam allows you to sanitize and freshen up your clothes in an effective manner. Also, while other washers apply steam from the top, with this unit the steam is applied from the bottom, allowing it to cover the laundry more evenly.

This machine does an excellent job getting rid of excess moisture in the laundry by spinning the clothes with a maximum spinning speed of 1400 RPM. This means you don’t need to use the dryer as much.

While there are lots of cycle customization options available, the machine will not allow you to go overboard and ruin your clothes. For example, you will not be able to use boiling hot water or maximum spinning speed on delicate cycles.

There is a total of 14 cycles available, enough to cover most laundry washing needs. The machine will also remember 3 of your favorite cycles and settings, so you can switch between them with a press of a button.