10 best washer dryers for easy, all-in-one laundry

Score: 92/100

LG’s uniquely designed WashTower would make an innovative addition to your home, especially if you’re short on space. Rather than combining a washer and dryer in one machine, they come stacked on top of each other with a separate plug for each appliance – so they can be used individually – but sharing the same interface.

Its washing programmes didn’t disappoint, removing baby food, blood and coffee stains from our laundry, and we were impressed by its low energy consumption figures across the quick wash and cotton cycle.

One thing to note is that there’s no combined wash and dry cycle so you do need to manually move your laundry from one to the other; however, the dryer does preheat during the wash cycle, helping to shorten your laundry time.

Tech-savvy shoppers will also like the LG ThinQ app, which monitors the cycle and lets you know when it’s done – no more being tricked by the claimed run time on the interface!

Score: 92/100

Another strong all-rounder, this washer-dryer from Hisense stood out for its smooth results, with washing emerging only lightly creased after all cycles. Both the wash cycles and combined wash and dry cycles also impressed, shifting a wide variety of stains from baby food to tea.

Our testers appreciated this washer-dryer’s logical, responsive controls and auto-dosing option, too. On the downside, water consumption was relatively high in all our tests – and our testers had some difficulty with removing lint that gathered in the seal. But overall, this is a great washer-dryer at an attractive price.

Score: 87/100

Just 15 minutes stand between you and freshly washed clothes thanks to Samsung’s handy quick wash cycle. Its other cycles were reliable too, removing nearly 83% of stains from cotton and over 80% from synthetic fabrics on test – even coffee and tea stains vanished. Plus, you can adjust its settings to suit different loads.

It wasn’t the most economical in terms of water and electricity, but testers praised its drying performance. It evenly removed over 86% of water from cotton fabrics, and it didn’t take our testers long to untangle the bed sheets, either.

The machine was notably quiet, and scored full marks for its ease of use, while our experts appreciated the sleek, modern design. The end-of-cycle tone was slightly annoying, but at least you won’t be able to say you didn’t know the washing was done!

Score: 81/100

Haier’s sleek stacked washer-dryer system feels more premium than your typical all-in-one appliance. While obviously much taller than a regular model, it’s still more compact than having two appliances stacked on top of each other – and the benefits of two drums go beyond capacity.

While traditional washer dryers can sometimes be let down by subpar drying results, this impressed us. Across both cotton and polycotton cycles, our laundry emerged fully dry with minimal tangling, shrinkage and creasing – the result of long, gentle cycles and extra drum space.

Washing results were also strong, though cycle times were often longer than claimed, and we measured high water consumption across most tests. You could negate this with the genuinely useful AI wash cycle, which adapted to the load to reduce water and energy usage, while also improving spin efficiency. It’s a smart solution for those with vertical space and lots of laundry to get through.

Score: 78/100

If speed is a priority, this washer dryer is a strong contender. The quick wash cycles took just 15 minutes, while the more thorough cotton programme took a little over an hour, which is in line with the machine’s estimated time – a rarity in the laundry world!

Common food stains were lifted more easily than greasy ones, and when we popped the clothes through a drying cycle, we noticed slight shrinkage (around 3%), so it may be best to air dry your favourite knitwear. The combined cycle took just three and a half hours, used less energy and water than many other models we’ve tried, and was notably quiet registering at 60.2dB – similar to a conversation or electric toothbrush.

Score: 76/100

This Hisense washer dryer delivers dependable results across most cycles, with the cotton wash cycle performing particularly well on tricky stains like coffee and curry. Usability is a strong point, thanks to a clear control panel, large porthole and well-designed manual. There’s also app connectivity, which lets you monitor energy use and get tailored cycle suggestions based on your laundry.

It’s not the most efficient model we’ve tested, with high energy and water consumption across several washing and drying cycles. Its drying performance was somewhat inconsistent, too – while polycotton loads dried evenly, the cotton cycles left some damp patches and moderate creasing. Overall, though, this is a good value machine that feels well-built and gets the basics right – just be mindful of running costs.

Score: 76/100

You can wash and dry a load of laundry in under four hours with this affordable buy. While that’s still an hour over the suggested duration, it’s notably quicker than many other models on the market, which is a compromise we can work with.

During the hour-long wash cycles, the machine dealt with everyday food stains like red wine and tea but was less effective on blood and grease. Although our clothes came out of the dryer quite creased, there was minimal tangling and the load was evenly dried in two hours.

The control panel is self-explanatory and easy to use, and our tester appreciated the machine’s wide-opening door, which makes loading fuss-free. Everything considered, it’s a good, budget-friendly pick.

Score: 76/100

Larger households will appreciate the generous 12-kilo wash capacity of this Haier washer dryer. It handled stain removal well in our tests, delivering consistent results across cotton and synthetic cycles, while its roomy drum makes light work of bulkier loads like bedding.

It’s packed with extra features, too. The AI wash function automatically adjusts the settings based on your laundry, while the refresh cycle is handy for freshening up clothes without a full wash. The app also stands out, offering tailored cycle suggestions and even letting you scan clothing labels for guidance.

However, drying is where it fell a little short. Cycles ran significantly longer than advertised, particularly on cotton, and the energy use was high. Creasing was also noticeable on shirts after drying, so you may need to get the iron out. Overall, it’s a feature-rich design that’s suited to households needing extra capacity – it’s just not the most efficient choice for regular drying.

Score: 75/100

This model’s cotton wash cycle is relatively quick compared to many we’ve tested – just 1 hour 43 minutes – which could be a big plus for busy households. It’s simple to use, thanks to clearly labelled controls and a responsive interface, while the hOn app provides clever guidance on picking the right cycle.

However, capacity is limited. The drum opening measures just 32.5 cm (2-3 cm smaller than many others), and during testing we struggled to fit in even three quarters of the stated maximum load, which may be frustrating if you want to wash bulkier items like bedding.

Its stain removal was solid across both cotton and synthetic washes, handling everything from tomato puree to coffee. The drying performance was more mixed – while the cotton cycle removes most moisture effectively, we noticed some damp patches and creasing. It’s not the most efficient either, particularly when it comes to energy use. Still, for fuss-free laundry at speed, this is a practical mid-range model.