You may be wondering how you will get the basic appliances — including a washer and dryer —into your home when you lack the much-needed square footage. Large appliances like a washer and dryer in a side-by-side configuration will just take up precious space you can’t afford to lose in your makeshift laundry room. So, what’s the best solution? Stacked laundry appliances, whether a single unit or two separate models with stacking capability.
Find out more in the guide we have created just for you, highlighting some of our best stacking washer and dryer models, their benefits, along with answers to burning questions behind the stacked washer and dryer sets.
What is a Stacked Washer Dryer + Benefits
Stacking washer and dryer pairs are a washer and dryer set or package with two configurations: a two-piece front load stackable unit or a single combined stacked laundry model. Whether you get a laundry pair with stacking compatibility or a unitized washer and dry, these stackable laundry appliances are the best solutions for small living spaces. They provide all the functionality you need without taking up valuable floor space.
Benefits of Stackable Washer and Dryers
- Space-saving design
- Energy efficient
- Flexible configuration
Our Top Stacking Washer and Dryer Sets
Our experts have tested and compiled a list of our best stacked washer and dryer models just for your browsing pleasure below.
1.Best Overall: LG 4.5 Cu. Ft. Washer, 7.4 Cu. Ft. Gas Dryer White Front Load Stack Laundry (WKG101HWA)
Our LG stacked washer dryer will stop you from having to choose between precious square footage and a top-quality laundry appliance ever again. Laundry has become smarter with exclusive built-in AI technology to detect fabric textures and load size, along with LG’s ThinQ software capable of pairing your washer and dryer models to ensure the best laundry performance. But the cherry on top of this set is the Allergiene wash cycle that removes up to 95 percent of common household allergens in your fabrics, offering your loved one’s relief from itchy eyes, scratchy throats, and runny noses.
Why We Like It:
- 4.5 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 7.4 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- ThinQ technology
2.Best Budget: GE® Unitized Spacemaker 2.3 Cu. Ft. Washer, 4.4 Cu. Ft. Dyer White On White Stack Laundry (GUD24ESSMWW)
Your laundry days will be more convenient while keeping things simple with our GE stacked washer dryer. Although this model may not be riddled with fancy features, you can take advantage of the 12 wash cycles and four dry cycles; your laundry loads will look and smell fresh every single time. This model is equipped with a rotary-electromechanical control dryer for quick and easy cycle selections and an auto-load sensing washer that measures the correct amount of water per load to save resources and money.
Why We Like It:
- 2.3 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 4.4 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- Auto-Load sensing
3.Best Splurge: LG Studio WashTower 5.0 Cu. Ft. Washer, 7.4 Cu. Ft. Dryer Noble Steel Stack Laundry (WSGX201HNA)
Reinvent how you do laundry in a small space with this LG Studio WashTower. This single-unit model can handle the largest loads you have for the ultimate wash and dry with the help of LG exclusive TurboWash 360 and TurboSteam. Your clothing, bedding, and towels will be allergen-free with the Allergiene steam cycle that removes up to 95 percent of all pet dander and dust for future days without water eyes. And the icing on this laundry cake is the WashTower technology that remembers your laundry preferences down to the washer temperature, spin speed, and dry level.
Why We Like It:
- 5.0 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 7.4 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- Center Control panel
4.Best Heat Pump: Summit 6.2 Cu. Ft. White Washer/Heat Pump Dryer CombinationSLS24W3P)
Say goodbye to squeezing into your laundry room with this Summit washer dryer combo with a flexible design for a stacked or side-by-side configuration. This European-made laundry pair’s washer offers 14 wash programs, including specialty cycles to take care of your activewear, delicates, wool, and rid your clothes of household allergens. Also, save on water and power every wash using the ECOCARE mode as well as a water level indicator for a greener performance. And the dryer keeps up with its counterpart’s eco-friendly performance with this unit utilizing a heat pump that recycles heat used from previous loads and reuses it for future cycles for top-tier efficiency.
Why We Like It:
- 2.3 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 3.88 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- ECOEYE setting
5.Best Small Capacity: Whirlpool 1.6 Cu. Ft. Washer, 3.4 Cu. Ft. Dryer White Electric Stacked Laundry (WET4024HW)
This Whirlpool stacked washer dryer is perfect for small homes and apartments, offering an EasyView glass lid for your washer so you can easily check in on your load during a wash cycle. Tackle your laundry loads in the impeller washer that offers a gentle yet thorough clean for your clothes before drying your fabrics using one of the four cycles, and the AutoDry system senses when your clothes have reached the right moisture content, putting over-drying in the past.
Why We Like It:
- 1.6 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 3.4 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- EasyView glass lid
6.Best Stand Alone: Maytag Metallic Slate Front Load Laundry Pair (MALAUMED8630HC)
Get that built-in power and muscle from this smart Maytag stacked washer dryer appliance equipped with innovative features for the best laundry performance. Offering 12 available wash cycles, have your fabrics looking vibrant and lock in that fresh, clean scent with the 24-hr Fresh Hold option and enjoy the smell and look for your clothes for the next day. And most importantly, with the remote start of your dryer, you can take care of your laundry from anywhere and receive cycle notifications when it’s down, which is perfect for those who like to wrap themselves up in clean, warm, and soft blankets fresh out of the dryer.
Why We Like It:
- 5.0 cu. ft. washer capacity
- 7.3 cu. ft. dryer capacity
- Remote start
FAQs
Q: Is there a downside to a stacking washer dryer set?
A: Although we previously mentioned the advantages of a stacking washer dryer unit, there are some drawbacks we’ve named below:
- Those of shorter stature may struggle to reach the control panels depending on the stackable unit.
- Falling hazard (using a stacking kit is recommended to prevent this.)
- It doesn’t offer as many feature options as a traditional side-by-side laundry set.
- Requires more maintenance
Q: What is the smallest size stackable washer dryer?
A: The industry’s smallest compact wash dryer has a total capacity of 3.2 cu.ft., while the smallest model we carry offers a total capacity of 5.0 cu. ft.
Q: Can you stack any washer dryer?
A: You can stack most compatible washer and dryer units with a stacking kit.
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