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@Wayfair, #Wayfair, and #WayfairCreator In this video, I go over the Check them out here Samsung Washer - https://creatorlink.shop/4e7L0ww Samsung Dryer - https://creatorlink.shop/4opl7vj Miele Washer - https://geni.us/PeTw Miele Dryer - https://shoplowes.me/4eCrKY2 LG Washer - https://howl.link/ax8abql1nc8dz LG Dryer - https://geni.us/nLZLOZ Want FREE Shipping With Amazon Prime? Get a 30-DAY FREE TRIAL by signing up here http://www.amazon.com/tryprimefree?tag=thechrisreview-20 DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support! TIMESTAMPS 00:38 Decide Your Layout: Side‑by‑Side or Stacked? 01:07 Measure The Space And The Delivery Path 01:46 Choose The Right Capacity For Your Household 02:41 Decide Between Front‑Load and Top‑:oad 03:46 Pick the Right Dryer Setup for Your Space 04:58 Look Beyond the Price Tag 05:50 Samsung Combo 06:59 Miele Combo 08:12 LG Combo
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A washer and dryer combo is an easy purchase to get wrong and that over a thousand dollars
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that mistake sticks around for a while. Fortunately, a little upfront knowledge
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can help you avoid it and that's exactly what we'll focus on today. And of course
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I'm not just talking about things like brand names or price tags. We're gonna dig into details that
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actually affect performance, reliability, and long-term satisfaction. Now I'm going through the specific pairs that scored highest in consumer reports so you'll have actual
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options to walk away with. And if you find something you like, I'll leave links to all the washer and dryer combos in the description below
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First up you need to figure out exactly how you're going to set these machines
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up in your space. Are you planning to put the washer and dryer side by side or do
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you need to stack them to save floor space? And if you want to stack them then
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you must go for a front load washer with a compatible front load dryer and the right stacking kit
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not just any random pair. And if you have enough width, side by side might be more comfortable
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because you can use the top as a counter and you won't have to reach up high to unload a dryer
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Next, you'll need to measure the space and the full delivery path. This means before you buy
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don't just check the spot in your laundry room. You also need to make sure the machines can
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actually get there. Look over the entire route including doorways, hallways, elevator entrances
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and stair landings. As a rough guide, each opening should be at least around 28 to 32 inches wide
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Also, watch out for tight corners. Even if the machine itself is only around 24 inches wide
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it can still be much harder to turn once it's inside the packaging. And trust me
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the last thing you want is your whole setup in the lobby because it simply can't fit through your
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apartment door. Now let's talk about size and I don't mean how big the box looks
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from the outside. I mean the drum capacity, how many kilos or cubic feet of
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laundry it can actually handle. And if you live alone or with one other person
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something around four and a half cubic feet is usually more than enough. But for
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a family of three or four, moving up to around five cubic feet can make life a
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lot easier. And if you have a big household, wash towels and bedding often
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or like to do fewer larger loads, then 5.5 to 6 cubic feet is usually where you want to be
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Also keep in mind that your dryer should be a bit larger than your washer often about 1 or 1 cubic feet and that so a full wash load fits comfortably and has enough room to tumble and dry properly and in real world use you don want to stuff
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the drum completely full just because the label says five cubic feet machines are designed to work
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best when you fill them up to about 70 or 80 percent of their stated capacity all right here's
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one of the biggest decisions you'll have to make front load or top load and a modern front load
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washer can use up to around 30 or 40% less water than traditional top load machines, which is a big
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deal over hundreds of cycles. The trade-off is time. A normal front load cycle can take anywhere
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from around 60 to 90 minutes, while some top load cycles can be much shorter, depending on the model
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and settings. Front loaders also tend to be gentler on clothes, which matters if you want
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your favorite pieces to last longer than just a couple of sessions. Top load washers, on the other
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hand are often cheaper upfront and feel familiar if that's what you grew up with. They're also
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convenient when you need to toss in a forgotten sock or a shirt after a cycle has already started
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But there are a few downsides to think about. They usually use more water and can be rougher
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on fabrics, especially if they have an old-school agitator. Also, they don't let you stack a
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matching dryer on top. So if your laundry space is narrow or you're planning a compact vertical
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setup, that alone may be a strong reason to go with a front load pair instead
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Next, you need to choose the right dryer type. And there are two things to look at
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First, how the dryer is powered. And second, how it gets rid of moisture
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A standard vented electric dryer when paired with the right washer can usually dry a full
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load in about 45 to 70 minutes. And a ventless dryer gives you more flexibility because it doesn't need a duct to the outside
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That makes it a good option for apartments, closets, and tight laundry spaces
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The catch is that some ventless models, especially heat pump or compact units, can take longer
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to dry a full load. For heavier loads, that can mean anywhere from about 60 to 120 minutes
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The upside is the heat pump dryers can use much less energy over time
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Then, there's the choice between electric and gas. And electric dryers are usually the most common ones and usually simple to install as long
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as you already have the correct outlet. Dryers on the other hand can dry a little faster and may cost less per cycle depending on local
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utility prices, but they only make sense if you already have a gas line in your laundry area
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And if you need to run a new gas line then the installation can add hundreds of dollars and sometimes more So before you commit to a dryer type check what connections you already have in place
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Now, a cheaper machine can still cost you more over time, so don't forget to factor in water and electricity use as well
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If you do several loads a week, that can easily add up to over 150 wash cycles a year
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And a more efficient washer can use roughly a third less water and around 20 to 25% less electricity than an older basic model
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And over a 10-year lifespan, those savings can make a real difference on your utility bills
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And that's why it's worth looking for a washer with an inverter or a direct drive motor along with a strong energy efficiency rating in your market
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It might feel like you're spending more on day one, but if you do laundry regularly
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that extra cost can pay back over time through lower bills, quieter performance, and better
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long-term value. And for that reason, every machine I'm about to recommend has verified
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efficiency ratings behind it, and we'll walk through each one in just a moment
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Now the first pair on the list is the Samsung Bespoke WF90F53ADS washer with a matching Samsung
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Bespoke DV90F53AEY electric dryer. Incapacity is one of the first things that stands out here
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with 5.3 cubic feet of space for larger loads. And it also has strong consumer reports scoring
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for washing performance and water efficiency. This is also the kind of washer
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that mostly takes care of things for you. You load your clothes, hit start
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and the AI OptiWash takes over. It checks what's in the drum and how dirty everything is
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then sets the wash on its own. So if you throw gym clothes and nicer shirts in together
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then it isn't just running one random cycle on all of it. You also don't have to mess with detergent every time
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since the flex out of dispense tanks holds enough for roughly a month of washing
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Just keep in mind that this isn't the quickest washer in this roundup, as a full normal cycle can reach about 100 minutes
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But once you look at the full pair, the dryer helps balance that out. Now the matching Samsung bespoke electric dryer gives the set a more complete feel
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with a large drum, sensor drying, and several fabric-specific cycles. And on top of that, it can handle big family loads without over-drying your clothes
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The next pair is a compact setup from Miel. The WWD-660 WCS washer with the TWD-360 WP dryer
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And both units are only 24 inches wide and 25 inches deep so they stack into a very small footprint
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Which is great for closets condos or tight laundry spaces Now the washer does have a 2 cubic foot drum and scores an overall 84 in Consumer Reports testing with near top level washing performance and excellent energy
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and water efficiency. And actually it's one of the cheapest washers here to operate at just about
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$26 a year in energy costs. You also get cap dosing which is useful for more specific laundry
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needs like wools, sportswares, or special stain care. And if you hate ironing then the pre-ironing
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feature helps reduce creasing before clothes even come out of the drum. Now the
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dryer is a ventless model so there's no need to run a duck through the exterior
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wall. It also gives you very good performance on mixed fabrics, delicates
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and bulky items. And a full load can take up to about 98 minutes but it runs
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fairly quietly so even it takes its time. It doesn't disturb the rest of your home
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Now this is an expensive one but since Miele ranks number one for reliability
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and satisfaction you're investing in something built to last. And now the final
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pair is the LG WM4000HWA front load washer with its matching DLEX-4000W dryer. And at around $1700
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it's the most affordable full-size set here, but it still holds the highest overall score from
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Consumer Reports. Now the washer uses LG's TurboWash 360 system, which sprays water from
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multiple directions to help cut down wash time. On a quick setting, a smaller load can be done in
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under half an hour and it also has built-in intelligence that can sense fabric type and
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load size then adjust the wash motion automatically. And at 4.5 cubic feet, it's smaller than the other two washers here but still roomy enough
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for most families and even a king-size comforter. You also get steam options for allergy care, wifi with the ThinQ app, and an energy star
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rating with an estimated yearly energy cost of about $26. Now on the drying side, the dryer matches the washer well with a 7.4 cubic foot drum
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so it doesn't feel like the weaker half of the pair. Turbo Steam also helps freshen up clothes and smooth out wrinkles, while wrinkle care
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keeps clothes from sitting still too long after the cycle ends. Now my favorite feature is going to be Flow Sense
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And this can alert you when duct or lint filter needs some attention, which helps the
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dryer run safer and more efficiently over time. So if you want the smartest buy here, this LG combo is the one to go for
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And that's all for today
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