John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Consumer Reports awarded this front-load washer a near-perfect predicted reliability score based on owner testing, ranking it ...

Washing machines continue to improve over time, with many washers now sporting portable, high-tech and customizable features to make laundry day even easier. When it comes to revamping your laundry ...

The purchase of a large home appliance represents a sizable investment, and shopping for a new washing machine can be daunting. Users need reliable machines that yield thoroughly clean, fresh laundry ...

Front-load washing machines are more expensive to buy but cost less to operate. I crunched the numbers over time to see which is the better buy in 2026. John Carlsen John Carlsen has more than a ...