Are LG washer-dryers good?
LG washer-dryers have an average overall score of 7.5 and rank at position #6 among all washer-dryer brands. Their average user rating is 8.3, and they hold the #4 spot among the top brands by user rating. 12 brands were considered (brands with fewer than 6 products in the database were excluded).
The chart below ranks washer-dryer brands based on their overall scores.
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The best LG washer-dryers (with the highest overall score) are as follows.
- LG AI DD W4WR7096YB (Overall score: 8.29 points)
- LG AI DD D4R7011TSWG (Overall score: 8.28 points)
- LG F4DV710H1E (Overall score: 7.94 points)
What are the main advantages of LG washer-dryers?
LG washer-dryers have the following advantages compared to the market average:
- Inverter Direct Drive Motor in all models: All LG washer-dryers include the Inverter Direct Drive Motor, which reduces noise and vibration.
- Higher washing energy efficiency class: 67% of LG washer-dryers belong to class A, compared to the 48% market average.
- Lower washing energy consumption: LG washer-dryers use 48 kWh per 100 washing cycles on average, which is 7 kWh less than the 55 kWh market average.
- Higher maximum spin speed: Most LG washer-dryers reach 1400 or 1600 RPM, and all models reach at least 400 RPM.
- Lower noise in spin phase: LG washer-dryers reach 71 dB during spinning, 4 dB quieter than the 75 dB market average.
- Lower noise in drying phase: LG washer-dryers reach 54 dB, 5 dB quieter than the 59 dB market average.
- Shorter eco combined cycle: LG washer-dryers complete the Eco combined cycle in 460 minutes on average, which is 25 minutes faster than the 485-minute market average.
- More cycle adjustment functions: Many LG washer-dryers include Fast cycle option (Eco Hybrid "Turbo mode", Turbo Wash), Anti-stain function (Intensive option, Dirty option), Power Save mode (Eco Hybrid "Eco mode"), Anti-crease function (Steam function), Extra Rinse function, Prewash function and Rinse-hold function.
- More automatic features: Almost all LG washer-dryers include Laundry detection system (AI DD™), Unbalanced load detection, Automatic load balancing during spin, AI Technology, Automatic drying, Delay start option (up to 19 hours), Pause & Add option, Selectable drying level and Self-cleaning function.
- Wi-Fi connectivity in many models: Many LG washer-dryers connect to the LGThinQ™ app, which controls functions such as start drying cycle, send notifications once laundry is dry, show consumption statistics, guided dry, eco indicator, smart diagnosis and voice control.
- Additional features in advanced models: More advanced LG washer-dryers include Water Jets system (TurboWash™ 360), Automatic dosing system (AutoDosing with ezDispense system) and Water Leak Protection (Aqua Lock™).
- Special drum for delicate clothes: Most LG washer-dryers include a Bubble drum, which protects sensitive fabrics.
- Slim design models available: LG also has washer-dryers in slim format, which fit in tighter spaces.
What are the main disadvantages of LG washer-dryers?
The disadvantages of LG washer-dryers compared to other brands are as follows:
- Higher price: LG washer-dryers cost on average £670, which is £30 more than the market average of £640
- Higher energy consumption: LG washer-dryers use 326 kWh per 100 combined cycles, which is slightly higher than the market average of 318 kWh
- Fewer wash programs: LG washer-dryers lack Jeans, Shirt or Colors cycle, and only a few models include Refresh or Duvet cycle
- Missing rare features: LG washer-dryers do not include Water+ function or Soak function, which are very rare in general
- Fewer convenience features: Only a few LG washer-dryers include an interior light and no models include a reversible door
- Missing advanced functions: LG washer-dryers do not have features like Pre-mix technology, Automatic drawer cleaning, Scan function or AntiVibration Design
- Heavier build: LG washer-dryers weigh on average 70 kg, which is 2 kg more than the market average of 68 kg
Who makes LG washer-dryers?
LG washer-dryers come from LG Electronics Inc., a South Korean multinational founded in 1958 as GoldStar. The company rebranded to LG Electronics in 1995. Headquartered in the LG Twin Towers in Seoul, LG employs over 75,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries.
LG manufactures washer-dryers in several countries. In 2019, it opened a $360 million, 1 million-square-foot factory in Clarksville, Tennessee, which produces front- and top-loading washing machines for the North American market . LG also has manufacturing facilities in South Korea, China, and Mexico.
What are the different series of LG washer-dryers?
The LG washer-dryers come in several models with different features and price ranges. The following series include all unique specifications and differences:
Serie V5: Comes with Steam function (Steam™ Allergy Care), TurboWash 59' cycle, Direct Drive Inverter motor with 6 Motion, self-cleaning, AI DD™ which detects fabric type and adjusts motions, ThinQ™ Wi-Fi connectivity, and Smart Diagnosis™. It does not support Pre-mix technology, Extra Fast function, or Automatic dosing system. Capacities range from 8.5/5 to 9/6 kg, washing energy classes fall between B and C, and it includes 14 programs. Prices usually range from £510 to £810.
Serie V7: Builds on the V5 series. Some models add TurboWash™ 360˚ which uses multi-directional jets to clean clothes in under 39 minutes. Capacities range from 9/6 to 10.5/7 kg. Washing efficiency falls between class A and B. You still get 14 programs. Prices range from £550 to £1190.
Serie V9: Expands on V7 features. Adds ezDispense™ for automatic detergent and softener dosing and Steam⁺™ for allergy care and anti-crease. Capacities go from 8.5/5 to 12/8 kg. All models reach class A washing efficiency and include 14 programs. Prices fall between £850 and £1530.
Serie R3: Includes Steam™ function, Direct Drive motor with 6 Motion, self-cleaning, AI DD™, and Smart Diagnosis™. It lacks Wi-Fi, Automatic Dosing, and Pre-mix tech. Models have a slim design (47.5 cm depth). Capacities range from 8/5 to 9/6 kg. Washing efficiency varies from A-10% to B. It has 14 programs. Prices usually fall between £600 and £770.
Serie R5: Expands on R3 with some models including TurboWash™ or TurboWash™ 360 and ThinQ™ Wi-Fi. Capacities range from 9/5 to 10/6 kg. Washing energy classes range from A-10% to A. Every model comes with 14 programs. Prices range from £680 to £1020.
Serie R7: Builds on R5 with all models having TurboWash™ 360, ThinQ™ Wi-Fi, and Eco Hybrid tech which lets you choose between saving time or energy during drying. Capacities go from 9/6 to 11/6 kg. Washing efficiency sits at A-10%. It comes with 14 programs and prices from £680 to £1530.
Serie R9: Adds to R7 with ezDispense™ and Steam⁺™. Capacity reaches 13/7 kg while depth stays at 61.5 cm. It achieves A-20% washing energy efficiency and keeps the 14-program setup. Prices range from £1020 to £1700.
Signature: Uses Inverter Direct Drive Motor and includes AI DD™, Wi-Fi (ThinQ™), TurboWash™ 360, Steam technology, and Auto Dosing. It includes Centum System™ which reduces vibration and noise, Quick Circle Touch Display, 17° control panel inclination, and push-door opening. Capacity is 12/7 kg. It earns 4x A-class (including full wash-dry cycle). Prices usually range from £1530 to £2550.
Washtower: Features Inverter Direct Drive Motor, AI technology that senses load size, TurboWash™ 49, Steam, and Dual Inverter HeatPump™ which cuts energy use by up to 65%. Design uses a vertical single-unit layout that saves floor space and Center Control™ for easy access.
What should you consider while choosing the best LG tumble dryer?
When choosing the best LG tumble dryer, focus on washing and drying capacity, drum volume, dimensions, energy use, motor type, and available programs and features.
What is the most common type of LG washer-dryers?
The most common type of LG washer-dryers is the one that uses condensator technology, which you’ll find in around 83% of LG washer-dryers. Only about 17% of LG washer-dryers use heat pump technology for drying, and these belong to the high-end models.
Heat pump washer-dryers usually sit at the top of LG’s lineup and cost more, but most users choose the more accessible condensator models because they cover all standard drying needs. LG only uses heat pump technology in its premium segment. You’ll see this tech in models that focus on energy savings or advanced fabric care. The rest rely on the well-known condensator system, which handles daily laundry cycles with no extra complexity.
You can expect LG AI DD W4WR7096YB to use condensator technology unless it clearly belongs to LG’s premium series, which uses a heat pump for drying.
The following chart illustrates the drying technologies used in LG washer-dryers.
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What capacities are available for LG washer-dryers?
LG washer-dryers come with washing capacities between 8 and 12 kg and drying capacities between 5 and 7 kg. The most common washing and drying capacity combinations are 9/6 kg (about 38%), 11/6 kg (about 14%) and 8/5 kg (about 14%).
Drum volume ranges from 58 to 67 L, but around 87% of LG washer-dryers have a 58 L drum. This is 2 L less than the market average of 60 L.
Depth varies from 48 to 68 cm, so you can find some slim models in LG’s range.
Most models weigh around 70 kg, which is 2 kg more than the average washer-dryer weight of 68 kg. Smaller capacity models can weigh as little as 61 kg.
The capacity distribution for LG washer-dryers is shown in the chart below.
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How energy-efficient are LG washer-dryers?
LG washer-dryers are more energy-efficient than most on the market. About 67% of LG washer-dryers have a washing energy efficiency class A, 22% fall under class B, and 11% under class C. You won’t find LG models with class D or E. Across the market, only 48% of washer-dryers reach class A, while 19% fall under B, 18% under C, 12% under D, and 3% under E, so LG outperforms average options.
Combined energy efficiency classes in LG washer-dryers range from A to E. Around 6% reach class A (only in the Signature Series), 28% fall under class D, and 56% under class E. LG does not produce washer-dryers in combined classes B, C or F. This still places LG ahead of market average, where less than 1% reach class A, 1% reach B, 1% reach C, 41% fall under D, 49% under E, and 4% fall into class F.
LG washer-dryers use 44 to 64 kWh per 100 washing cycles (average 48 kWh), which is better than the market average of 55 kWh. For 100 combined cycles, LG models consume between 308 and 359 kWh (average 326 kWh), slightly higher than the market average of 318 kWh.
Water use per washing cycle usually falls between 48 and 56 litres (average 50 litres), which is a bit above the market average of 48 litres. Combined cycles use 80 to 91 litres of water (average 90 litres), while the market average sits at 79 litres.
The chart below displays the distribution of washing energy efficiency classes across LG washer-dryers.
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What is the spin-drying efficiency of LG washer-dryers?
The spin-drying efficiency of LG washer-dryers usually falls into class A (around 56%) or class B (around 44%). LG models perform better than the market average, where only 14% reach class A, 84% reach class B and less than 1% fall into class C.
Spin-drying efficiency class strongly depends on the maximum spin speed. LG washer-dryers reach between 1200 and 1600 RPM. Most models (around 67%) reach 1400 RPM, which gives you strong performance across most wash cycles. Every LG washer-dryer we analyzed can also run at the lowest spin speed of 400 RPM, so you can wash delicate fabrics without damaging them.
How loud are LG washer-dryers?
LG washer-dryers are among the quietest on the market. Spin noise levels range from 71 to 75 dB, and most models stay at 71 dB, which is 4 dB lower than the market average of 75 dB. Washing noise levels range from 52 to 57 dB, and the average sits at 54 dB, same as the market average. Drying noise levels range from 54 to 66 dB, and the average is 54 dB, which is 5 dB lower than the market average of 59 dB.
Noise emission classes in LG washer-dryers usually fall into class A (89%) or class B (11%). LG performs better than the market average in this area—only 38% of models in the market fall into class A, while 31% fall into class B, 24% into class C, and 7% into class D.
LG washer-dryers rank at position #2 in the noise level classification (lowest to highest) out of 12 brands.
How many washing & drying programs do LG washer-dryers offer?
LG washer-dryers usually have 11 to 14 washing programs (most models have 13, same as market average) and 2 drying programs (less than the market average of 4).
The most common LG washing programs are as follows:
- Cottons
- Eco 40-60
- TurboWash 59'
- Mixed
- Synthetics
- Steam Baby Care
- Delicates
- Hand Wash/Wool
- Quick 14
- Wash+Dry
- Allergy Care – The Allergy Care cycle has approval from the British Allergy Foundation (BAF) for reducing house dust mites
The most common LG drying programs are as follows:
Some advanced models include extra cycles such as AI Wash (in Serie R3, R5 and R7) (Artificial Intelligence recognizes fabrics and selects the most suitable wash from 20,000 combinations), Silent Wash, TurboWash 49' (in Serie Signature) or TurboWash 39' (in Serie R5 and R7).
You won’t find programs like Jeans, Shirts or Colors. Only a few models include Refresh or Duvet cycles.
Washing with the Eco cycle in LG washer-dryers takes 218 to 240 minutes (average 230 min, 10 min more than the market average of 220 min). The full cycle (Eco wash + cupboard dry level) takes 455 to 610 minutes (average 460 min, 25 min less than the market average of 485 min).
Which washing/drying functions do LG washer-dryers have?
LG washer-dryers have several washing and drying functions. Some models include the following functions:
- Fast cycle option: Eco Hybrid "Turbo mode" (only in Serie R7) lets you speed up drying times. Turbo Wash (only in Serie Signature and V7) reduces program time and gives similar washing results
- Anti-stain function: Intensive option (in series V5, V7 and V9) washes normal and very dirty clothes. Dirty option (in Serie Signature) lets you select the desired level of soiling: Heavy, Normal and Light
- Power Save mode: Eco Hybrid "Eco mode" (only in Serie R7) sets an ideal drying cycle to save energy
- Anti-crease function: Steam function (in series R7, V7 and Signature)
- Extra Rinse function
- Prewash function
- Rinse hold function (only on Serie Signature)
We have found none LG dryer with Water+ function or Soak function.
What features do LG washer-dryers include?
LG washer-dryers include from 13 to 24 advanced features. On average, LG models have 21 features, which is 7 more than the market average of 14 features.
All or almost all LG washer-dryers include the following features
- Laundry detection system: AI DD™ not only detects weight, but also identifies the type of fabric and automatically chooses the optimal movements for each wash
- Unbalanced load detection
- Automatic load balancing during spin: Most models include the standard load balancing system, but the Signature series improves it with the Centum System™ internal ball-balancing system that eliminates excessive shaking, so the washer works more quietly and lasts longer
- AI Technology (in around 90% of models, while only 17% in the overall market) – AI DD™ Technology improves washing performance and protects garments, recognizes fabric types and selects optimal washing movements
- Automatic drying
- Delay start option For up to 19 hours
- Pause & Add option
- Selectable drying level
Many LG washer-dryers also include Wi-Fi connectivity (in about 52% of LG models, while only 31% in the overall market). You can control these models with the LGThinQ™ app, which adds functions like start the drying cycle, receive notifications when laundry is dry, consumption statistics, guided dry, eco indicator, smart diagnosis and voice control.
More advanced LG models include the following features
- Water Jets system (only in series R5, R7 and V7) – TurboWash™ 360, save time, water and energy with 4 water jets that clean using a 3D shower effect
- Automatic dosing system (only in Signature series) – AutoDosing with ezDispense system, you do not need to dose detergent and softener because ezDispense does it
- Acqua Stop: Aqua Lock™ complete water protection (includes a sealed floor pan with sensor and Aqua Stop safety pipe)
Most LG washer-dryers (90%) include bubble drum – a special drum design that protects fabrics and avoids excessive rubbing.
Only a few LG dryers have an interior light. No LG washer-dryers include a reversible door.
LG washer-dryers do not include features like pre-mix technology, automatic drawer cleaning or scan function. There is no mention of AntiVibration Design.
All LG washer-dryers use the Inverter Direct Drive Motor (unlike traditional motors, it connects directly to the drum, which improves reliability and precision of drum movements).
