December 2007
Washers & dryers
front-loading washers
Both outperform the latest high-efficiency top-loading machines, which often cost the same or more. The Bosch held less but offers higher efficiency.
dryers
Both electric models have a moisture sensor, which accurately gauges when laundry is dry and shuts off the dryer. The DBVH512EF[WW] is quieter; its gas equivalent is the DBVH512GE[WW]. The Profile has a porcelain lid and stainless drum; its gas equivalent is the DPSE810GG[ ].
LG WM0642H
front-loading washers
- Bosch Nexxt 500 Series WFMC3301UC, $1,100
- LG WM0642H[W], $1,000
Both outperform the latest high-efficiency top-loading machines, which often cost the same or more. The Bosch held less but offers higher efficiency.
dryers
- GE DBVH512EF[WW], $700
- GE Profile DPSE810EG[WT], $600
Both electric models have a moisture sensor, which accurately gauges when laundry is dry and shuts off the dryer. The DBVH512EF[WW] is quieter; its gas equivalent is the DBVH512GE[WW]. The Profile has a porcelain lid and stainless drum; its gas equivalent is the DPSE810GG[ ].
