The 11 best home appliance brands our labs have tested
Our Reviewed lab experts tested them so you’re not left guessing.
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It’s no secret that large appliances can be pricey, and when you’re spending serious money on something that you’ll use daily for upwards of a decade, you should want to make sure you’re getting exactly what you’re paying for. This is an investment, not an impulse buy.
For the average consumer, the prospect of quickly learning the best appliance brands can feel like jumping into a pool when you don't know how to swim. Don't panic: We are holding a lifesaving ring. Here at Reviewed, we have a dedicated team of experts with years of experience both testing appliances in a lab setting and using them practically at home.
To help you get started on your appliance research, we’ve compiled a list of the 12 top appliance brands we’ve ever tested, presented in alphabetical order. We’ve also included specific appliances that have earned an Editor’s Choice award, meaning they’re Reviewed-approved for an incredible performance.
1. Bosch
Dishes don’t have to be a chore.
The best from Bosch:
If you’re looking for a new dishwasher, be sure to check out Bosch’s selections. Our labs have tested about 45 different dishwashers in four different categories over the last year, and Bosch’s offerings have come out on top in nearly all of the areas. The Bosch 800 Series SHPM88Z75N is the best dishwasher you can buy, topping our rankings for the best third-rack dishwasher and stainless steel dishwasher.
Our labs also tested its ability to remove stains from dishes and found that, even without first scraping off the dishes, it was able to remove 99.5% of stains on its heavy cycle. Bosch also uses a CrystalDry feature powered by zeolite minerals to perfectly dry your dishes—even those pesky Tupperware and other plastic containers that usually come out of the dishwasher wet.
Aside from this particular dishwasher model, Bosch manufactures high-quality fridges, ranges, and ovens, and we’ve tested many of them. The brand has also embraced smart connectivity in its appliances, allowing users to control appliance settings with its Bosch Home Connect app. You can’t go wrong with one of its high-quality appliances.
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2. Electrolux
For a hassle-free laundry day.
The best from Electrolux:
Electrolux has an amazing selection of appliances for the laundry room. It makes our favorite washer and dryer set, front load washer, and best washing machine.
Sweeping all three of these categories is the Electrolux EFLS627UTT washing machine. Its dryer pair, the Electrolux EFME627UTT, comes in to create the winning pair of our favorite washer and dryer set. The washer excels at removing tough stains in both its 46-minute Normal cycle and 15-minute Quick cycle. This is also the first washer to have a specific compartment for detergent pods that helps the machine more evenly distribute product so your clothes come out smelling and looking clean.
The dryer has simple controls and a quick dry cycle that lasts only 15 minutes with the temperature never getting hot enough to damage clothes but is still hot enough to dry clothes completely through.
Electrolux also has a great selection of ranges, fridges, and more, some of which are available in the brand’s stunning black stainless steel. If you want to outfit your entire home with Electrolux products, know that the brand is also committed to sustainability with its line of sustainable products.
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3. Frigidaire
Find top-tier kitchen appliances with this brand.
The best from Frigidaire:
If you’re looking for appliances with consistent quality, Frigidaire is one of the best kitchen appliance brands to consider. It blows the competition out of the water in several refrigerator categories, including our favorite French-door refrigerator, overall best refrigerator, and counter-depth refrigerator.
You can basically fit your entire kitchen with Frigidaire appliances and experience amazing quality at every turn. The Frigidaire FG4H2272UF is our favorite high-end French-door refrigerator, counter-depth refrigerator, and overall favorite refrigerator of the year.
It has amazing storage options—including a snack zone—and excels at maintaining a consistent temperature. If you’re looking for an induction range, the Frigidaire FGIH3047VF is our top budget-friendly recommendation.
Frigidaire is also one of the top brands in induction cookware with range appliances that offer faster boiling times and more specific temperature control. When testing the Frigidaire FGIH3047VF we found it can bring six cups of water to boil in just four minutes.
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4. GE
Ever heard of a portable dishwasher?
The best from GE:
GE is renowned for its quality and customer service under the names Monogram, Café, Profile, and GE. Aside from refrigerators, freezers, cooking products, dishwashers, washers, and dryers, GE makes a number of small appliances (like the popular nugget ice maker) that are worth looking into.
GE excels in both the kitchen and laundry room, making our favorite gas range, induction range, portable dishwasher, and top-load washer.
The GE Café CHS900P2MS1 is the best induction range we’ve tested, boasting impressively fast boiling times, even baking results, and a beautiful, intuitive design. It also has smart features that can up your cooking game.
If you live in an apartment or have a space without a dishwasher, you should consider a portable dishwasher from GE. These handy appliances don’t have to be installed into your kitchen and you don’t need to mess with any plumbing to get it working. The GE GPT225SSLSS is our favorite, is only $700, and it cleans dishes just as well as regular-sized dishwashers.
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5. Haier
Beautiful (and affordable) French-door refrigerators.
The best from Haier:
Haier is a GE sister brand with many of its offerings being smaller and less expensive than the flagship—but this doesn’t impact the quality. Most of these appliances are branded as “born for the city,” or appliances that are good for apartment living.
For example, French-door refrigerators are a sought-after look for a kitchen, but they can be quite costly. Haier provides a couple of affordable French-door refrigerator options that our labs have tested, and they can’t be beaten for the price. The Haier HRF15N3AGS is our favorite one for under $1,500.
It’s much smaller than typical French-door refrigerators, and although it doesn’t have a lot of extra features, it gets the job done. This refrigerator excels at maintaining even temperatures over long periods of time, making it a reliable option.
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6. KitchenAid
Be sure to check out its dual-fuel range.
The best from KitchenAid:
The iconic brand known for its wildly popular stand mixer also makes some solid large appliances that are worth investing in. We’ve tested dozens of its dishwashers, smart ovens, and more over the years, and we’ve seen that they perform reliably time and time again.
KitchenAid’s standout is the KitchenAid KSDB900ESS; it is also our favorite dual-fuel range. It has a combined oven capacity of 7 cubic feet, a steam rack, a wireless meat probe, and self-cleaning technology.
One of the most impressive features of this range is its fine-tuned temperature controls. We were able to turn the gas burners on between 95 degrees and 100 degrees, which are some of the lowest temperatures we’ve seen with the pilot light still burning. It's the ideal temperature to keep dinner on the stove warm without the worry of burning it.
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7. LG
LG has an amazing range of appliances.
The best from LG:
LG is well-known in the appliance world and comes in hot with a variety of quality kitchen appliances, includes the best gas range for bakers, single-oven electric range, side-by-side refrigerator, and double-oven range we’ve ever tested.
Not only is it consistently reliable in the kitchen department, but it offers fun features like door-in-door fridges, air fryer modes in oven ranges, and more.
Our favorite gas range for bakers is the LG LRGL5825F because it boasts true convection with incredible results, plus some useful smart features that we found convenient during testing.
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8. Maytag
Our overall favorite dryer is a Maytag.
The best from Maytag:
After testing 18 solid dryers, the Maytag MED8230 comes out on top of our list when it comes to capacity. Although it's a bit pricey, it has virtually no other cons.
This dryer is larger than average, and it dries clothes quickly and efficiently. Even bulkier items like comforters dried 100% of the way through at quick speeds during testing. This dryer also boasts smart features that notify you if clothes get balled up and need to be rearranged, and there’s even a rack for drying shoes.
Maytag offers a great 10-year limited parts warranty program, which is a relief knowing how expensive the machines can be. You can also get free returns within 15 days.
We’ve also tested other Maytag appliances like refrigerators, washers, and dryers and found them all to have a similarly great performance.
9. Miele
Find an amazing compact washer at this brand.
The best from Miele:
If you’re not looking for a stacked washer and dryer combo, but still want a compact washing machine, we highly recommend the Miele WWH860 WCS. You will need to do more loads of laundry than you normally would with a traditional, larger washing machine, but these compact machines are made specifically with apartment renters and smaller living spaces in mind.
One of our favorite features of this washing machine is its TwinDos, which allows you to pre-fill your detergent and bleach into compartments that automatically dispense the perfect amount of liquid for your wash cycle. Most importantly, in our tests, this compact washer did an exceptional job of thoroughly cleaning clothes and removing stains.
We’ve also tested other washers, dryers, and dishwashers from Miele and appreciate the strong performances this German brand’s appliances deliver. While Miele appliances are more expensive than average, they’re still worth every penny for the incredible performance.
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10. Samsung
The brand makes more than quality electronics.
The best from Samsung:
While typically known for its incredible line of TVs and electronics, Samsung still stands strong in the large appliance space among other top name brands. We’ve tested Samsung refrigerators, gas ranges, and more, and we love the performance and luxe feel to them. Samsung has also begun offering more trendy styles for appliances to fit in with a more modern space.
Samsung makes [our favorite side-by-side refrigerator]https://reviewed.usatoday.com/refrigerators/best-right-now/best-side-by-side-fridges-refrigerators), the Samsung Bespoke RS28CB760012, which boasts incredibly consistent temperatures and decent storage capacity considering its design. Plus, it has that uniquely sleek Bespoke look.
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11. Whirlpool
For an A+ laundry center.
The best from Whirlpool:
As the name suggests, Whirlpool specializes in “water-based” appliances like dishwashers and washers (it even sells its own laundry detergent). But the brand also makes dryers, wall ovens, ranges, microwaves, and more that we’ve tested and approved. You can use most newer models with Whirlpool’s new smart app.
When testing top-load agitator washers, the Whirlpool WTW8127LC came out as the best of the best.
Its built-in agitator is removable, which is ideal for larger loads and delicate cycles. We also love that this washer produced consistently clean results during testing, and there's a built-in pretreating station (or faucet) for treating stubborn stains.