We ran cycles on top washing machines, including those from GE, LG, Electrolux, Bosch and Whirlpool. These are the six best laundry units to buy in 2026.

When you’re shopping for a new washing machine, you want one that gets your clothes clean, of course. But what if you could invest in a machine that helps keep the environment clean, too? Consumer ...

We've all been guilty of squeezing in one more towel or shirt to avoid another wash cycle. However, experts warn that stuffing too much into your washing machine could actually backfire. Salah Sun, ...

The answer is “mostly no” but also “sometimes yes.” We break down everything you need to know about “hand-wash only” clothes.

The Haier QFW150SSNWW is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Compact Washers models like the QFW150SSNWW are rated on multiple criteria, such as those ...

The Midea MLV41N1AWW is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Top-Load HE Washers models like the MLV41N1AWW are rated on multiple criteria, such as those ...

A robot capable of doing laundry sadly won’t be available for the public to buy, as it is only intended to help appliance manufacturers test their washing machines. Gianluca Palli at the University of ...