Without question, LG and GE are the two best front load
washer brands for features and reliability.
In other videos, we've discussed their
newest innovative laundry, the WashTower and UltraFast combo.
In this video, you'll learn the differences between their
most popular front load washers, including reliability,
based on 34,000 service calls completed by a service team just last year.
Stay to the end and we'll show you
the best time to buy either to save lot of money on both.
Several of GE's best features address
the most common front load washer problem mold and mildew.
GE integrated microband antimicrobial surfaces to their gaskets detergent,
dispensers, steam ports and hoses in the back.
Additionally, GE increased the number of draining ports from three to five.
In the current models,
the odor block fan kicks on after the wash ends to dry the gasket.
The 850 models offers an overnight wash
and dry cycle utilizing the no heat fan to wash and dry an outfit.
You can load up to 50oz or 32 loads of detergent in the automatic dispensers.
Auto dispensers release the right amount
of detergent at the right time for better cleaning.
You also eliminate the risk of overfilling your machine with detergent.
Those extra suds stay in the washer for an expensive future service.
Call difference between the 650 and 850 is the overnight cycle.
You have a slightly bigger five versus 4.8 cubic foot as well.
The 850 washer sets the proper drying cycle on the matching dryer.
Some of LG's best features include its size, cycles and reliability.
LG's front load washers depth is 30 and a quarter inches deep.
In a tight closet, shallow depth matters.
LG features their turbo washer five high
pressure hoses in the front to shorten any cycle to 30 minutes.
Most brands have a short cycle for small loads only.
LG's reliability is stellar at only 2.1%
versus 9.5% for the average appliance in the first year.
With the WM6700, you have LG's AI direct
drive system using sensors to detect the weight and softness of the fabric
and automatically adjusts the wash patterns for the autumn wash cycle.
For your clothes, LG has an 18 load dispenser in their WM6700.
The WM3400 is their basic machine, yet has all the main cycles.
You probably use the WM4000.
You have more cycles, including turbo wash and WiFi.
And with the WM6700, you have the AIDD,
the dispenser and a larger five cubic foot size.
But that does add depth.
As I said, both are great machines with good feature sets.
Let's look at what they have in common.
The average spin speed is 1200 rpm.
Both GE and LG will extract more water due to the faster 1300 rpm spin speed.
Steam loosens tough stains like grass or
wine to have your clothes stain free in one wash, it's hard to believe our
parents only use three cycles, two speeds and three temperatures.
You have plenty of cycles, options and temperatures on any of these machines.
WiFi and smart functionality makes sense
for laundry, and you get them on all models except the WM3400.
You can start stop the machines and better yet, see the time remaining so you don't
have to recheck your washer to see when it's done.
GE is 4.8 to five cubic feet,
while LG starts at 4.5, with the WM6700 being five cubic feet.
What's better depends on your laundry room or closet.
LG's depth starts at 30 and a quarter
inches, while the WM6700 is 33 1/4, versus GE at 32 or 34 inches.
LG's Turbo Wash cuts any cycle
by employing five high pressure hoses, which is still unique to just LG.
GE has the larger dispenser at 32 loads versus 18 on the more expensive WM6700.
LG most new features are gimmicky, but a dispenser is convenient.
It'll save you future service calls
by adding the right amount of detergent at the right time rather than overfilling.
GE eliminated any guesswork
with the antimicrobial microband surfaces and the fan to dry the gasket.
With LG, you must dry the surfaces,
have the door open, and use the tub clean cycle.
I was initially skeptical, but AIDD was launched in LG's wash towers.
The technology has merit to wash your clothes more predictably.
That said, the traditional front load has always washed clothes well.
Again, this depends on where you're
placing your machines, but reversible door allows you to transfer
your clothes from washer dryer more easily.
And GE does have a reversible door.
LG is incredible at 2.1% needing service
in the first year, it's one of the most reliable single appliances you can buy.
GE was still good at 6.4%,
while the average again was about 9.5% for appliances.
In general, GE does have the best service and sales network, which is important if
you're buying from a store without service.
Here's a trick to save at least $200 on any of the machine.
For example, the WM3400 normally sells for $899.
Wait for a holiday and you can buy for $649.
The $1,499 WM6700 was $1,099 last July 4.
GE's GFW850 is normally $1,099 to $1,149 can
be purchased at $899 around a holiday.
Best holidays are Black Friday, which now officially is Halloween,
until Christmas Eve, Mass tax holiday in August, Memorial Day and July 4,
which is now a six week stretch, or the two weeks that's out President's Day.
So, what do you think? LG or GE
You can leave your comments below.
Want to see something different and unique?
Check this video out on the new GE Profile UltraFast vs
the LG WashTower with ventless heat pump,
and thanks for watching.