We ran cycles on top washing machines, including those from GE, LG, Electrolux, Bosch and Whirlpool. These are the six best laundry units to buy in 2026.

If you don’t mind skipping the bells and whistles, these affordable appliances—all priced under $1,000—get the job done.

When you think of matching washer and dryer sets, you probably envision the two appliances installed side by side. But if your laundry space is no wider than a closet—or squeezed by a tight corner or ...