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Washer-Dryer Combos: Ratings of Sources
Total of 11 Sources

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1. ConsumerReports.org
Jan. 2009
Washing Machines
by Editors of Consumer Reports
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Consumer Reports tests nearly 50 washing machines. It does not include any laundry centers or washer-dryer combos. However, several of the front-loading washing machines tested here are stackable. An earlier report from 2005, which did include laundry centers and washer-dryer combos, is no longer available on the Consumer Reports website.
2. ConsumerReports.org
Jan. 2009
Clothes Dryers
by Editors of Consumer Reports
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Consumer Reports tests nearly 40 dryers. One of the top picks here is a stackable unit with front-mounted controls.
3. Buzzillions.com
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Washer Dryer Combos
by Contributors to Buzzillions.com
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Buzzillions.com gathers reviews from several online retailers and ranks them according to the ratings and total number of reviews. The advantage here is that reviews are gathered from some smaller and less… well known websites. At first glance, there appear to be 61 models reviewed, but this number is inflated by the accessories mixed in with the washer-dryer units. The Frigidaire GLEH1642F laundry center receives very positive reviews here, although there are a few complaints about the loudness of the buzzer. The LG WM3431HW all-in-one washer-dryer combo is reviewed by more than 50 owners, most of which seem quite happy with the unit. A few owners find this model too loud and slow.

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4. Epinions.com
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Washing Machines
by Contributors to Epinions.com
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

There aren't too many owner-written reviews here for compact washer-dryer combos, but these few reviews are still helpful. There are 10 laundry centers listed, but only three of them receive more than two… reviews. The Frigidaire GLEH1642DS (now the Frigidaire GLEH1642F) receives four out of five stars from 15 reviewers. It works great for many reviewers, but others are faced with constant repairs. Epinions.com lists four washer-dryer combo units, but only one, the Malber WD1000, is reviewed. The 30 reviewers give this machine an average of three out of five stars. Many people love it, but others say it does not dry well and breaks down often.

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5. Which? magazine
Updated Jan. 2009
Washer-Dryers
by Editors of Which?
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment This report includes tests and ratings of 39 washer-dryer combo models (also called washer-dryers in the U.K.). However, since this is a U.K. website, none of these models are available in the U.S. The analysis concludes that the best combo units wash as well as the best regular washers. However, they do not dry as well as the best regular dryers. Editors note the drawbacks of all combo units.
6. Sears.com
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Stacked Laundry Units
by Contributors to Sears.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Sears carries Frigidaire and Kenmore units, and a few models receive a significant number of owner-written reviews here. The best-reviewed laundry center is the Frigidaire GLEH1642F, with an average of 4.2… stars (out of five) in nearly 50 owner reviews. There are a few complaints about durability problems. The Kenmore 97922 receives an average of 3.8 stars from about a dozen owners, with complaints about durability and poor design. The Kenmore 88732 also gets a middling score; the major complaint is that owners can't use the washer and dryer at the same time.

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7. ThatHome Site.com
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Laundry Room Forum
by Contributors to ThatHomeSite.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

The extensive forums on That Home Site are an excellent place to visit if you are having a specific problem with a washing machine or dryer, as this site is trafficked by pros and knowledgeable… do-it-yourselfers. Sprinkled among the posts are discussions and recommendations for the best machines. LG models are the ones most mentioned in the threads on washer-dryer combos. Several owners detail their experiences, both good and bad.

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8. HomeDepot.com
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Stacked Units
by Contributors to HomeDepot.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment The Home Depot lists six laundry centers from GE and Maytag. The GE Spacemaker WSM2420D gets high ratings, but from just seven owners. Reviewers are pleased with the small size, but some mention the limited capacity. The other listed units receive fewer than two ratings each.
9. ConsumerGuide.com
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Washer/Dryer Combo
by Editors of ConsumerGuide.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Consumer Guide is part shopping portal and part reviews. Nine all-in-one washer-dryers and laundry centers include "expert reviews" and five are recommended. The reviews include a lot of detail on features… and specifications, but there is no indication that the washers and dryers have actually been tested and several washer-dryer combos on the list have been discontinued They're worth a look for the descriptions of how specific features might affect performance and energy consumption.

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10. Consumer magazine
March 2005
Washer-Dryers
by Editors of Consumer magazine
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Consumer magazine is the New Zealand equivalent of Consumer Reports, and the site typically includes detailed information on testing methodology. We found this particular report disappointing, however,… because there isn't much detail and only three models are tested. None of the washer-dryer combos are available in the United States, but the advice on combination washer-dryers is useful regardless of your location.

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11. Amazon.com
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Combination Washers and Dryers
by Contributors to Amazon.com
1 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Amazon.com lists several laundry centers and washer-dryer combos, but they are mixed in with accessories and parts. Few have more than three owner reviews, and most have none at all. The LG WM3431HW… washer-dryer combo gets just average ratings from 18 owners, many of whom caution that you must load it only halfway or your clothes will wrinkle in the dry cycle. The larger LG WM3988HWA gets much better reviews, but only from about five owners.

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