If you have limited space in your home or laundry room, you don’t have to sacrifice quality or capacity for a washer and dryer. Today’s all-in-one stackable laundry sets are fully functional, powerful and come with elevated features like smart capabilities. We found the best stackable washer and dryer set to be the LG Smart Front Load Washer paired with the LG Smart Front Load Dryer—thanks to a multitude of valuable features, like 17 wash cycles, an AI assistant, a steam function and a large dryer capacity, all in an appliance from a top brand.
The best stackable washer and dryer sets maximize your space without skimping on quality.
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Stackable sets, compared to standard side-by-side units, not only “save floor space, making them ideal for apartments, condos and small laundry rooms,” says Ahmed Mezil, CEO of Hellamaid, but they also “provide flexible installation options, especially in homes with limited laundry space.” Additionally, he notes that the best stackable washer and dryer sets “offer the same cleaning performance as non-stackable models when you choose high-quality brands.”
After consulting with experts, spending hours poring through reviews, surveying our editors and considering the most important elements in these laundry appliances, we found the below options to be the best stackable washer and dryer sets worth buying.
LG WM400HWA Smart Front Load Washer + LG DLEX400W Smart Stackable Electric Dryer
Dimensions: Washer:27 x 39 x 30.3 inches; dryer: 27 x 39 x 30.1 inches | Washer capacity: 4.5 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 7.4 cubic feet | Special features: TurboWash 360,ThinQ Smart tech, Wi-Fi, steaming feature, remote start | Energy Star certified: Yes | Warranty: Motor: 10 years; drum: 3 years; parts and labor: 1 year
What you’ll love:
Generous capacity
30-minute TurboWash 360 feature
Built-in AI assistance for washing and drying settings
Keep in mind:
Parts and labor warranty is only one year
This smart washer from LG is perfectly paired with the DLEX400W Smart Stackable Electric Dryer (each costs $849, for a total of $1,698). These units are designed to easily stack (with this stacking kit) and also fit into most standard laundry spaces, including laundry closets. They come with all the best modern features, including a steam function, Wi-Fi compatibility and even an AI assistant to help you select from the 17 available wash cycles. The LG ThinQ app allows you to check the status of your wash and dry cycles from anywhere, start or stop them and get notified when they’ve finished.
Since these appliances are designed to work together, when you use the AI assistant to help determine ideal wash settings for your laundry, it will automatically set the coordinating dryer settings from 12 available options. The dryer offers a large enough capacity to handle even the bulkiest bedding with ease.
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Stopping Drying Cycle When It Senses Laundry Is Dry
Whirlpool
Whirlpool Electric Stacked Laundry Center
Dimensions: 74.3 x 23.9 x 26.6 inches | Washer capacity: 1.6 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 3.4 cubic feet | Special features: 5 wash temperatures, 6 wash cycles, 4 dryer cycles, AutoDry | Energy Star certified: Yes | Warranty: 1 year; other protection plans available
What you’ll love:
Trusted brand with strong customer service
Reliable product at an affordable price
AutoDry stops cycle when it senses laundry is dry
Keep in mind:
No light inside dryer
Spin cycle can be noisy
If you’re looking for a vertical solution rather than two machines side by side, Mezil recommends this stacked set as a great budget option, as it’s “compact, reliable and affordable.” If Wi-Fi connectivity and AI assistance aren’t a priority for you, the Whirlpool Stacked Laundry Center is a solid choice with a high-quality brand reputation behind it. It does have a more limited capacity than some stackable sets, but for smaller households or living spaces with less floor space, it’s a reliable option at a reasonable price.
This laundry center doesn’t feature a lot of the more technologically advanced settings that higher-priced units offer, but it does have what’s called an AutoDry drying system: The machine senses when your load has reached a specific level of moisture content (indicating it’s dry) and stops the cycle.
Best Smart Stackable Washer And Dryer
A High-End Set With 22 Wash Cycles
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Miele Stacked Washer And Dryer Set
Dimensions: Washer:23.5 x 33.5 x 25.8 inches; dryer: 23.5 x 33.5 x 25.3 inches | Washer capacity: 2.3 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 4 cubic feet | Special features: CapDosing detergent dispensing, steaming, Wi-Fi connectivity, Honeycomb dryer drum | Energy Star certified: Yes | Warranty: 2 years
What you’ll love:
Automatic load control
22 wash cycles
App connectivity
Keep in mind:
Expensive
This high-end set from luxury appliance brand Miele not only offers a ton of wash cycles to choose from, but it also includes a feature called CapDosing: Using the brand’s capsule system, the washer automatically dispenses detergent or a selected additive at the optimal time during your wash.
What this set truly excels in, however, is the functionality of the convenient Miele@Home app, which lets you add any of your smart Miele appliances to your network. It offers voice control and integration into your existing smart home system to keep tabs on your laundry cycles, control them remotely, select programs and receive notifications. Note that you will need to invest in a Miele-brand stacking kit to set up your stacking laundry center.
Best Laundry Center
An Appliance With A Convenient Center Control Panel
LG
LG WashTower
Dimensions: 27 x 74.4 x 30.5 inches | Washer capacity: 4.5 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 7.4 cubic feet | Special features: Center control panel, AI-driven load-sensing, steaming, ThinQ app connectivity | Energy Star certified: Yes | Washer capacity: 1 year (parts and labor)
What you’ll love:
Easy-to-reach center controls
Wi-Fi connectivity for ThinQ app control
TurboWash 360 cycle and advanced AI features
Large dryer capacity
Keep in mind:
Dryer lacks a no-heat setting
Can’t be unstacked
If it’s not important to you that your washer and dryer can be unstacked and used side by side, a single-unit laundry center may be right for you. This is a really great all-around pick for a laundry center; its features are replete with elevated functions and AI-assisted technology, including a remote control using the ThinQ app. With controls located in between the washer and dryer, even height-challenged launderers are able to safely reach without stretching.
The WashTower not only has a steam feature, but also a special cycle meant to reduce allergens that uses steam as well. Whether you’re using the speedy 30-minute TurboWash setting or letting the AI assistant determine your settings for you, this laundry center delivers reliable and flexible performance comparable to high-end side-by-side units, in half the space.
What the editors say: “The WashTower is truly a game changer for stackable washers and dryers. It has a lot to offer, but one seemingly simple feature that stands out is the control panel in the center of the unit. It makes it so easy to operate,” says Lindsay Boyers, executive strategy editor. “It also performs really well, and I love the sensing feature that shuts the dryer off when clothes are dry. I’ve had other front-loading units that leave puddles of water after a wash cycle, but this one has outperformed them all. I highly, highly recommend it.”
Best Large-Capacity Stackable Washer And Dryer
A Family-Size Set With Smart Capabilities
GE Appliances
GE Energy Star Smart Front Load Steam Washer + GE Energy Star Smart Front Load Electric Dryer
Dimensions: Washer: 34 x 39.8 x 28 inches; dryer: 32 x 39.8 x 28 inches | Washer capacity: 5 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 7.8 cubic feet | Special features: SmartDispense,steaming, Wi-Fi connectivity, UltraFresh vent system | Energy Star certified: Yes | Warranty: Limited 1 year, limited 10 year on motor
What you’ll love:
Generous capacity
Comes in three colors
Wi-Fi control
Keep in mind:
Some reviews report needing repairs soon after warranty ends
For busy families with a consistently large volume of laundry to do, this high-capacity set—pair the washer with the large-capacity (7.8 cubic feet) GE Energy Star Smart Front Load Electric Dryer—is an efficient option for a reasonable price. Pre-load the washer with up to 32 loads’ worth of detergent in advance, and it uses SmartDispense technology to dole out for each load, so you have one less thing to think about on laundry day. Mezil recommends this set as a great choice for families also because of its high efficiency and steam cleaning capability. Plus, if you need a small load washed and dried quickly, the washer offers a 1 Step Wash + Dry setting that tumble-dries directly in the washer—a great time-saver if your kid doesn’t remember that their team uniform is dirty until the last minute. Also, the washer’s UltraFresh vent system works to eliminate excess moisture which can cause odors over time.
Once you’ve chosen the setting on the washer, it’s automatically communicated to the dryer. The Wi-Fi connected system notifies you when your load is done, so nothing sits in the dryer, forgotten. You can control and monitor your laundry remotely from anywhere, making this stackable set extra convenient. Note that you need this GE stack bracket kit to safely stack the washer and dryer.
Best Compact Stackable Washer And Dryer
A Simple Appliance For Quality Laundering In Small Spaces
GE
GE Unitized Spacemaker
Dimensions: 26.7 x 75.8 x 30.8 inches | Washer capacity: 2.3 cubic feet | Dryer capacity: 4.4 cubic feet | Special features: Auto-load sensing, top loading, 11 wash cycles, 6 temperatures | Energy Star certified: No | Warranty: 1 year
What you’ll love:
Controls in center
Top-loading washer
Keep in mind:
Not Energy Star certified
No Wi-Fi connectivity
The GE Unitized Spacemaker is relatively no-frills, but still offers 11 separate wash cycles and auto-load sensing. If your priority is a simple, space-saving laundry center, this unit is a solid choice for a home without a dedicated laundry room.
Many stackable washer and dryer sets and laundry centers have only front-loading options. The GE Spacemaker features a top-loading washer, which many people prefer. Also, for a smaller unit, it still has the capability to handle bulkier bedding.
What our editors say: “My first New York City rental apartment came with this duo, and I relied on it for two years straight,” says home and kitchen editor Sholeen Damarwala. “While it doesn’t offer too many snazzy features, I appreciated its ability to handle dirty laundry effectively. Additionally, I found it surprisingly spacious and capable of accommodating an entire king-sized comforter with ease.”
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We routinely revisit our work to ensure it stays relevant and accurate. This article was published in March 2025.
How We Chose The Best Stackable Washers And Dryers
We relied on the vast knowledge of our home editorial team, looked at consistently top-rated and new appliances from trusted brands and leaned on the professional insights of industry experts.
For every washer and dryer set we looked at, we compared machine capacity, ease of use, setting and options, energy efficiency, Wi-Fi connectivity, value and other features.
We also consulted with Mezil and Richardson for their expertise and recommendations.
We spent hours sifting through consumer reviews to get a sense of how our picks perform and last long-term in the real world, in real homes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There are many top-rated and trusted brands known for their quality appliances that hold up over time and are worth the money. Some of the best are GE, LG, Miele, Electrolux and Whirlpool. While which single stackable washer and dryer set is the most reliable may be up for debate, our current list of recommendations features two sets each from LG and GE.
Patric Richardson, the author of Laundry Love: Finding Joy in a Common Chore and House Love: A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You’re In,points out that one con to stackable washer and dryer sets is that the dryer controls can often be at the top. But “if you can’t reach them, there are now laundry towers that put the controls in the middle—a little more spendy, but worth it for that feature,” he says. Richardson adds: “If they are a set, if one half breaks, you replace both.”
A good-quality, well-maintained stackable washer and dryer set should last you at least 10 years and maybe even up to 15. This, of course, depends on how often you use it and whether you’ve kept up with any recommended maintenance. Note that while the basic functions of washers and dryers will likely work for this duration, it’s possible that any tech-based features will become out-of-date sooner.
If you’re looking for a washer and dryer set that is vertical rather than two units side-by-side, either a stacked set or a laundry center will work for you. Just note that a laundry center is one unit that cannot be unstacked. If you want the flexibility to unstack your washer and dryer and store them next to each other, then you should consider a set that can be stacked using a stacking kit.
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