What are the best front load washers out now?
Best luxury front-loading washing machine: LG Tromm SteamWasher (*est. $1,600) Front-loading washing machines wash better, are more energy efficient and use less water than top-loading machines. Unlike most other machines, the LG Tromm offers an important extra: two steam cycles. One steam cycle prepares clothes for ironing, while the other sanitizes them for longer, which reduces lingering odors. The LG Tromm goes up against better-known and less costly front-loaders like the Kenmore HE4t and Whirlpool Duet (both made by Whirlpool) and holds its own. The LG Tromm has a large-capacity 4-cubic-foot stainless steel washtub, and its faster 1,320-rpm spin cycle gets more water out of laundry (which means less drying time). There is a delay cycle that can put laundry on hold up to 19 hours, and the wash cycle can be monitored remotely via computer. Despite this, reviews say you can certainly spend less and still get clean clothes. (compare prices) Best budget front-loading washer: Frigidair
