Consumer Reports' Picks to Beat the Tariffs on Washing Machines
Prices have increased nearly 12 percent, so getting the right washer and dryer is more important than ever
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Washing-machine prices have risen nearly 12 percent since tariffs on imported washers were introduced early last year, according to research by economists at the University of Chicago and the Federal Reserve.
Manufacturers raised prices on dryers, too, even though they weren't subject to tariffs. Washers and dryers are often marketed and purchased as matching sets, and manufacturers typically price these appliances the same even though dryers are far less complex machines. The study shows that prices increased for both imported and domestic washers and dryers.
Despite the recent hike in prices, CR can help you find a good washer/dryer set that performs well and provides good value. See our picks below.
The best time of year to buy a washer or dryer is November, during the run-up to Black Friday.
If you don't have the luxury of waiting until Black Friday, we can help. CR members can read on for ratings and reviews of nine washers from reliable brands that earn an Overall Score of Very Good or Excellent and cost $900 or less. For each washer, we list its matching dryer—and those models are impressive, too.
These sets pair an HE top-loader, an agitator top-loader, or a front-loading washer with its matching dryer.
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