Take your pick from among these impressive front-loaders, top-loaders, compacts, and all-in-one options from Consumer Reports ...

Some owners of front-load washing machines have complained of mold, so 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney partnered with Consumer Reports with how to deal with the odor. Several class action lawsuits ...

These washers can be wallet-friendly, but don’t expect perfect performance If you have room for side-by-side laundry machines, a top-load washer with an agitator can be a good choice. By Keith Flamer ...

Think you do a lot of laundry? In our labs, we do about 850 loads of laundry to deliver our expert washing machine ratings to you! Here's how we do it.

Consumer Reports breaks down the different types of washing machines, from HE top-loaders and front loaders to laundry centers and combination units, to help you choose the best one for your home.

Laundry is one of those chores that never seems to end and might cost more than you think — from hundreds of gallons of water to lots of electricity each year. Consumer Reports' laundry expert Rich ...