The value of a good apartment washer lies in its ability to get the job done quickly and affectively. If you’ve ever had a bad washing machine experience, then you know that proper research is vital before making the big purchase. In fact, one important thing you need to be aware of when researching a washer is its warranty.
During our research we discovered that people were most disappointed with their purchase when they didn’t have a clear understanding of the washers warranty. Unfortunately, things do happen and stuff ends up breaking, so you need to be ready for that rainy day and know your washer warranty coverage ahead of time.
Money saving tip: If you want to save $100, $200, or even $300 or more on your next apartment washer…bring cash! A lot of people do not realize this and instead use their credit card to make the purchase. Wrong! Your hundred dollar bills will work very hard for you when you are flipping through them in the store. Trust me, people will work harder to win you over and you will get a deal. If you don’t get a deal than you tell them you’re going right down the street to their competitor. Get tough with these people…they want your cash.
Below is a list of the most popular apartment washers on the market today. If you’re in the market for washer or are moving to an apartment and will be needing one…this list is a good one to print and keep close when store shopping.
Description: The GE WPGT9360EPL features a HydroView glass lid, which allows you to view clothes during the cleaning process, without opening the lid or stopping the wash cycle. The HydroHeater increases wash temperature to reduce bacteria and better provide better cleaning for the really tough stains. With a width of 27 inches, this washer is extremely compact and great for apartment living.
Pros: It holds a substantial amount of clothes, washer and dryer duo, dryer is hooked up with a patch cord so the dryer will always be finished before the washer, no waiting between loads, price is decent for a washer and drier duo
Cons: Some people have complained about tangled clothes
Average Range: $899 – $1,069
2. GE Appliances 3.5 cu. ft. King Size Capacity Apartment Washer
Description: This King-size 3.5 cu. ft. capacity washer features the HydroWave™ wash system. Longer, slower travel through the water improves cleaning performance and is gentler on your clothes. Five wash/spin combinations are matched to fabric type and features and extra spin button for those tough loads of laundry.
Pros: Drains well on all cycles, super quiet, easy to operate, features an extra spin button, very large clothing capacity, price is good
Cons: Lacks end of cycle buzzer, does not have a clear lid, doesn’t have an extra rinse cycle
Average Price: $480
3. LG WM2455 XL Front Load Apartment Washer
Description: This powerful washer’s SenseClean system automatically adjusts water level and wash time according to load size and weight for enhanced performance. The sanitary cycle heats water to 158° to help remove heavy soils.
Pros: Nice look, many washing cycle options, large capacity, front Loading, great cycle choices, excellent speed wash setting, uses less water
Cons: Some reports of a misleading warranty, stacked as a combo it’s 6.5 feet tall, price is quite steep
Average Price: $899 – $1,099
4. LG Electronic WM2487HRM Front Load Apartment SteamWasher
Description: This stylish washer has 9 wash cycles and 5 temperature settings to provide the right care for all your laundry. Easy-to-operate front-panel controls include a delay-wash that allows you to delay a cycle’s start for up to 19 hours.
Pros: Quiet, large loads, washes everything imaginable, clothes smell good for weeks, lots of settings, whites are whiter, rates very high on Consumer Reports
Cons: SteamWash function reportedly not as expected, clothes usually need pressing after steam cycle, price is VERY high
Average Price: $1,159 – $1,499
5. LG WM2496HWM Front Load Apartment Washer
Description: This front-loading washer features 9 cycles and a variety of wash/rinse temperatures, easily controlled by the AdaptAble Controls, which can be moved to top or bottom, whichever is more convenient. LoDecibel quiet operation reduces noise output, and the SenseClean system takes some of the guesswork out of laundry day.
Pros: Large capacity, very quiet, nice design, lots of settings, requires less detergent and water
Cons: Reports that replacement parts are hard to find, front door is not interchangeable
Average Price: $899 – $1,299
6. LG WM2016C Front Load Apartment Washer
Description: The abundant settings on this washer let you customize each cycle for specific fabric types, so your clothes will maintain colors with reduced wear. The front load design is easy to load and unload, and the glass door with silver trim adds style to your apartment laundry room.
Pros: Washes blankets and comforters, uses less water and detergent, lots of settings, whites comes out whiter, hardware is solid
Cons: No light inside machine, no sanitizer option, the drawer stand is a separate purchase, a bit pricey
Average Price: $759 – $900
7. LG WM2487H Apartment Washer
Description: This stylish washer has 9 wash cycles and 5 temperature settings to provide the right care for all your laundry. Easy-to-operate front-panel controls include a delay-wash that allows you to delay a cycle’s start for up to 19 hours.
Pros: Clothes are dryer coming out of the washer, uses less water and detergent, whiter are whites, rates very high on Consumer Reports
Cons: Delicates will not come out wrinkle free, tends to be louder and vibrates intensely
Average Price: $733 – $869
8. LG WM0642HW 7 Cycle Front Load Apartment Washer
Description: Your bulkiest laundry loads are no problem with this large-capacity front-load washer. Wash cycle choices from delicate to permanent press handle all your laundry needs. Use the delay-start feature to start the washer when you’re not at your apartment.
Pros: Lots of adjustable settings, clean clothes well, energy efficient, large capacity, very quiet, uses minimal detergent, very popular model
Cons: reports of 90 minute washing cycle, price is a bit steep
Average Price: $809 – $968
9. Maytag EPIC MFW9600SQ Apartment Washer
Description: This spacious Maytag® Epic™ high-efficiency apartment washer cleans king-size bedding using 65% less water, 46% less energy than conventional top-load washers (based on 10 cycles per week and cycle adjustment per basket sizes).
Pros: Lots of useful settings, it holds a large amount of clothes, uses considerably less water than you might expect, energy efficient, very sturdy, hardware is solid, clothes left dry after final spin, child locks, built in heater
Cons: Reports of bad Maytag warranty service, price is high
Average Price: $788 – $1,129
10. Frigidaire 27 in. Front Load Electric Laundry Apartment Washer and Drier
Description: Front-Load Laundry apartment washer and drier, featuring a 3.1 cu. ft. I.E.C stainless steel wash tub and a 5.7 cu. ft. stainless steel dryer drum. Clothes are gently lifted and plunged through the water, effectively forcing detergent and water through clothing fibers to lift out sand, soil and stains.
Pros: Energy efficient, dryer is quiet, space saver, stackable, seal and door lock are excellent, no wrinkle feature on dryer, child lock, price is excellent for a washer and dryer duo
Cons: Does not include power cord, dryer buzzer is loud
Average Price: $999
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