Washing machines: Model comparisons & best prices

Washing machines have become quite sophisticated in the recent years. With features such as eye appealing digital interfaces, easy front-loading (as opposed to top-loading) capabilities, greater energy efficiency, direct driven (as opposed to belt-driven) options and faster cleaning times, washing machines have gone through some dramatic changes. Additionally, besides the normal cycles, newer washer machines offer several programs including sanitary, baby-clothing, quick 30, and eco cycles, just to name a few. Some machines allow you to customize a cycle, while the washer senses the load size and adjusts cleaning times accordingly. Washers today offer the consumer more than just clean clothes, as they now are capable of catering to a multitude of garment cleaning needs and lifestyles.

Daewoo DWD-F1222 7kg Front-Load Washer

With its silver antibiotic coating on critical parts, Daewoo has delivered a washing machine that is able to kill bacteria and fungi without any additional maintenance by the consumer. The washing machine is capable of easy loading with its 300 mm opening and 180 degree open door feature. Daewoo also completed the DWD-F1222 with an "Intelligent Washing System" that senses a load and then determines the best wash cycle. Furthermore, the DWD-F1222 is equipped with a "Quick 30" cycle for those small loads of sport clothes that need a quick wash and a "Pre-Wash" cycle for heavily-soiled loads.

Fisher & Paykel WH70F60W2 7kg Front Load Washer

Fisher & Paykel's WH70F60W2 exhibits a tasteful aid in the laundry needs of consumers. As the WH70F60W2 is fully electronic, Fisher & Paykel equipped the washer with systems such as automatic out of balance sensors, fabric sensors, foam sensors and automatic water level adjustment sensors. The machine furnishes an easy to read LED display that assists the consumer in choosing a wool cycle, hand wash cycle, eco wash cycle, or any of the 13 available programs.

LG WD14030D 8.5kg Front Load Washer

LG's WD14030D portrays the company's commitment to conserving energy with a WELS rating of 4.5. The washer is equipped with an electronic safety net that protects the destruction of clothing by voiding a user's selection of excessive spin speeds or overly-adjusted water temperatures. Additionally, LG's unique power source replaces the typical belt driven washers with a direct drive system. LG is so confident in their motor that they warrant the drive for 10 years. Users can choose from 8 different programs, including Baby Care that heats water up to 95 degrees for extra sanitation.