These washers can be wallet-friendly, but don’t expect perfect performance If you have room for side-by-side laundry machines, a top-load washer with an agitator can be an economical choice. By Keith ...

The debate on whether agitator vs impeller washers are more effective is central to many people’s buying decisions, and will shape the way you do laundry when you have eventually made a choice. There ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one models from Consumer Reports' ...

Together with the refrigerator, the washing machine is the most common domestic appliance to be found in households the world over. All the types of washing machines meet a basic need: to wash clothes ...

When it comes to household chores, few appliances work as hard as the washer and dryer. But it’s hard to know what the right model for you is. Since it’s such a big purchase, the worst outcome would ...

Laundry day will be brighter with a new washer and dryer designed to handle larger loads, get dirty clothes cleaner in less time, and use less water and energy. Once perceived as a utility space, ...

Consumer Reports’ tests have found that top-load agitator washers are cheaper to operate and can wash clothes faster than other types of washing machines. But they don’t offer the best washing ...