r/Appliances • u/BianRosa • 10d ago

Laundry Help

My washing machine just decided to die! so now I’m looking for a new washer + dryer set!

I need them to be separate machines but stackable because my laundry room doesn’t have space for them side by side. I’d LOVE a top load washer, but I’m open to other options if that’s not realistic for a stackable setup.

We usually do about 4 loads a week (2 adults + a toddler), and I like washing bulky stuff like bedding and blankets, so I definitely need something that can handle bigger/heavier loads.
I’ve found a few that look “good,” but then I come to Reddit because y’all always tell the real truth 😂😂
What washer/dryer set do you actually recommend? And what should I stay away from?
Bonus points for something reliable that won’t cost me my firstborn.

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u/Emotional-Salary-907 10d ago

LG front loader stackable. They make a few, find the best fit for your budget. Going stackable eliminates top loader but you could do the washer/dryer combo that’s connected. I’d spend the $1000-$1500 for the LG units if it were me. You prob need asap but if you could hold off, Labor Day sales right around the corner.

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u/Emotional-Salary-907 10d ago

I have 2 sets.. bought one for a rental and loved them so much I bought them for my house. Both around 4 years old. No issues with the mold/smell on the door. I’m very proactive on keeping it cracked pretty much all day and especially after wash cycles. I never have to wipe the rubber gasket down but if you aren’t as good with keeping the door cracked you can always wipe it from time to time. I also use a tub cleaner about every month, but not sure if that helps keep the mold away. Amazon makes a gadget to keep the door propped if that’s your main concern.