Best Rated Washing Machine

Choosing the best washing machine will depend on the features that are most important to you.

If you're looking for the best rated washing machine, you have a few important decisions to make. What qualifies as the best washing machine for one person may not be the best choice for another person. It all depends on what qualities you personally are looking for in a washer.

Some of these qualities can include:

• Price
• Energy efficiency
• Washing capacity
• Special features

Many different factors go into rating a washing machine the best. If you're considering purchasing a new washing machine, you'll want to first figure out the qualities that make a washing machine valuable to you. If you're on a budget, obviously price will be an important factor in your decision. If you're concerned about energy costs, you'll be searching for an energy efficient machine. If you have a large family and need to do big loads of laundry, you'll want a large capacity washer. If you frequently wash delicate clothes, you may want to purchase a machine that has special settings like steam power.

The following guide will help you choose the best rated washing machine for you.

1.

around $750

 The Fisher & Paykel Top-Loader IWL16 is rated as the best energy-efficient top-loading machine by Consumer Reports.

This is an "Eco-Smart" top -oading washer. It has a direct drive motor and three different spin cycles. The LCD display allows users to pick a variety of different washing settings. It has a temperature option in addition to extra water and extra rinse options. It uses 223 kilowatts of energy per hour.

2.

around $600

 The Amana NFW7200TW is rated by Consumer Reports as being the best budget front loader. It performs as well as other front loaders that are twice the price. If you want to get the same energy efficiency as other front-loading machines, but want to stay on a budget, this is your best choice.

This model is a 3.5 cubic foot front loading washer. It is very energy efficient and features five different washing temperature settings. It also offers variable water levels so you can customize the washing load to the amount of clothing. Since it is a front loading washer, it cleans better than other top loading washers in the price range and it is more energy efficient due to its design. It contains a Microban seal to reduce mold growth and prevent the smell that many front loading washers get.

3.

around $1200

 The Samsung WF448AAW is rated by Consumer Reports as the best extra-large front-load washing machine.

This 4.5 cubic foot front loading washer features Samsung's SilverCare technology which releases silver ions into the water during the wash cycle. This removes odor-causing bacteria.

4.

around $525

 The GE WJRE5500GWW is rated as the best budget top-loading washer by Consumer Search. It has many features that are similar to more expensive models.

This GE machine is a good choice for a basic top-loading machine. It has a 3.5 cubic foot capacity, with a stainless steel tub. It includes 18 wash cycles. This GE model also is well rated for its low noise level.

5.

around $1200

 The Maytag Bravos is one of the best rated energy efficient top-loading models.

This best rated washing machine is a large capacity top-loading washer, with 4.7 cubic feet. It has a Tier III Energy Star rating. It features 14 wash cycles, 5 temperature settings and a timed Oxi dispenser.