We empower you with objective, data-driven reviews and expert advice to choose and use the perfect washing machine for your home.
Our Testing Approach
All washing machines are tested with a consistent battery of data‑driven tests. We conduct 10 individual tests and gather 43 data points on each machine. Our systematic testing process creates scores, data, photos, and videos that are easily comparable from washer to washer. We measure, record, and analyze objective and quantifiable data for every model. This helps us create more objective reviews based on data. Where objective analysis isn’t possible, we use highly structured and clearly defined subjective assessment ratings.
All testing and scoring methodologies are clearly explained within our reviews and tooltips, and in full on our scoring methodology page. In addition, every “best washing machine” list has a clear set of guidelines we follow to select the winners for that list. Structure, consistency, transparency, and fairness are key to every review, comparison, and best‑washer list we create. While many other review sites may choose winners based on who pays them the most, we select winners based on our scores and clearly defined metrics.
The brands we test cannot pay us to review their washing machine, give them a higher score, or buy a top ranking on our best‑washer lists. Our scores are derived from our objective, systematic, and data‑driven reviews. Our recommendations are based on those scores. The washing machines that earn the highest scores also earn our recommendations. You can see how we make money here and learn more about our process and disclosures here.

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Your side‑by‑side comparisons and test photos made it easy to choose the right washer for our small laundry room. The noise and vibration scores matched our real‑world experience perfectly.
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