So which one is really better?
GE vs LG
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I'd be wary of either. Being as I have never used one let alone seen one yet, the same as most people, and I've only watched a few videos like this one, I would wait.I think the aspect I'm most wary of is the compressor and refrigeration/condenser having problems, leaks, etc. Then it seems you need to be pretty pretty on the ball when it comes to cleaning those filters regularly. Lastly if you're already set up with 220v and venting, to me it's a no brainer, stick with that.
It's too bad they didn't do a little more staining on at least one item in each with ketchup, red wine, mustard, and coffee as that could have shown either a clear difference in performance or not
It's too bad they didn't do a little more staining on at least one item in each with ketchup, red wine, mustard, and coffee as that could have shown either a clear difference in performance or not
mark_wpduet
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I find both interesting and fascinating... but I go over in my mind how much better my setup is than this would be....but that's not to say I wouldn't own either...I would totally own one if that was my only option...I am glad these seem to be progressing.. Maybe one day they will be able to dry a load in the same amount of time as a standard dryer..
What is he talking about the GE having a better service network? I can't imagine anyone having an LG and an appliance dept saying, sorry we don't work on those... Maybe there's more to that I'm not aware of. I do know that Loraine furniture (I forget his name) is an appliance tech and he totally recommends LG... Or at least he used to...I haven't seen him in a while.
What is he talking about the GE having a better service network? I can't imagine anyone having an LG and an appliance dept saying, sorry we don't work on those... Maybe there's more to that I'm not aware of. I do know that Loraine furniture (I forget his name) is an appliance tech and he totally recommends LG... Or at least he used to...I haven't seen him in a while.
ryner1988
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"if you're already set up with 220v and venting, to me it's a no brainer, stick with that."
I agree with this. I think these could be amazing machines, but to me it's just a whole different experience than a separate washer and dryer. Certainly they are better for the environment, and perhaps when/if these become more mainstream, new construction won't even be built with dryer venting so folks won't have a choice but to get something like this, or at the least a separated set with a heat pump dryer. But yes, if you already have the facilities necessary to have a traditional setup with venting, I think that's the way one should go at least for now. This is too new, and bugs will need to be ironed out over time.
I honestly think what this will do is render the traditional laundromat all but obsolete. Pretty much everyone in a few years will be able to have a washer/dryer in their home or apartment, regardless of whether they have the connections or not. This will put those who don't have connections on an equal playing field with those that do. For example, our nephew and his girlfriend are trying to turn a barn into a tiny house (what can I say, they are 21 years old and full of spunk and big dreams?). He's planning to have an area set up with the plumbing for a tiny bathroom and perhaps a washer, but there's not going to be room for a dryer. They could get one of these machines and have both since there's nothing special needed for the dryer part and it wouldn't take up any more room than just having a washer. Now how in the world they would be able to afford it on their shoe string budget is beyond me, but anyway...
Ryne
I agree with this. I think these could be amazing machines, but to me it's just a whole different experience than a separate washer and dryer. Certainly they are better for the environment, and perhaps when/if these become more mainstream, new construction won't even be built with dryer venting so folks won't have a choice but to get something like this, or at the least a separated set with a heat pump dryer. But yes, if you already have the facilities necessary to have a traditional setup with venting, I think that's the way one should go at least for now. This is too new, and bugs will need to be ironed out over time.
I honestly think what this will do is render the traditional laundromat all but obsolete. Pretty much everyone in a few years will be able to have a washer/dryer in their home or apartment, regardless of whether they have the connections or not. This will put those who don't have connections on an equal playing field with those that do. For example, our nephew and his girlfriend are trying to turn a barn into a tiny house (what can I say, they are 21 years old and full of spunk and big dreams?). He's planning to have an area set up with the plumbing for a tiny bathroom and perhaps a washer, but there's not going to be room for a dryer. They could get one of these machines and have both since there's nothing special needed for the dryer part and it wouldn't take up any more room than just having a washer. Now how in the world they would be able to afford it on their shoe string budget is beyond me, but anyway...
Ryne
separate washer and dryer
I agree with Ryne. I'm used to a separate washer and dryer. It never hurt me any.
I agree with Ryne. I'm used to a separate washer and dryer. It never hurt me any.
Although a good idea to consider if spouse/SO either forgets transfer load to dryer until maybe a day or three later.
Yale's white test load ... dress shirts and towels. Who sorts like that??
GE vs LG
Here is another brief video
Here is another brief video
sorting
The last time I checked, colors and fabrics should match in a given load.
The last time I checked, colors and fabrics should match in a given load.
GE vs LG
Here is another comparison video
Here is another comparison video
Front load or top? I had a great experience with an LG front load washing machine. I left it in working condition in the house we sold. It was 9 years old. Last week, I purchased a new LG front load washing machine and I love it too! I have never used a GE washing machine, so I can't comment on that. I also got sidekick washer!
LG vs GE combination washer dryer
These both look like pretty good machines, but the GE definitely has the edge for drying speed because of it’s more powerful heat pump, as it is, I wish GE would bump that up to about 12,000 BTUs to get a decent drying speed
And what’s up with the water you see on that LG machine 47 gallons for one load good Lord their water usage is all over the place.
I’m glad GE called out this idiot that does the comparison testing that idea putting tape around the lint filter is just plain stupid. It won’t make any difference. He says he’s an appliance salesman. He shouldn’t be trying to reengineer the machine,
People get on the Internet and do a lot of damage giving out advice that doesn’t make any sense.
Hi Ryne that must be a tiny barn that you’re nephew is trying to build out, but if space is tight at 24 inch thin twin would be the thing to put in cost wise and space wise.
120 V machines are a welcome thing for many people Pete, the guy who started this thread does not have 240 V for example in his home for a washer dryer., But even if he did, it’s better to switch to 120 V if it will do the job it’s much more economical to run than a 240 V dryer.
These both look like pretty good machines, but the GE definitely has the edge for drying speed because of it’s more powerful heat pump, as it is, I wish GE would bump that up to about 12,000 BTUs to get a decent drying speed
And what’s up with the water you see on that LG machine 47 gallons for one load good Lord their water usage is all over the place.
I’m glad GE called out this idiot that does the comparison testing that idea putting tape around the lint filter is just plain stupid. It won’t make any difference. He says he’s an appliance salesman. He shouldn’t be trying to reengineer the machine,
People get on the Internet and do a lot of damage giving out advice that doesn’t make any sense.
Hi Ryne that must be a tiny barn that you’re nephew is trying to build out, but if space is tight at 24 inch thin twin would be the thing to put in cost wise and space wise.
120 V machines are a welcome thing for many people Pete, the guy who started this thread does not have 240 V for example in his home for a washer dryer., But even if he did, it’s better to switch to 120 V if it will do the job it’s much more economical to run than a 240 V dryer.
Well John, I don't know. But, I setting the LG for a prewash, main wash, and up to 4-5 rinses, that 47 gallons possibly is realistic considering 20-25 pounds of thick towels filling up my 5.0 cu. ft. tub. And I have a heater that can heat wash water up to 165 degrees if I so desire. And towel loads I target a minimum of 145 degrees. And for comparable volume of towels, the Lady Shredmore would require 2 full separate loads of wash, rinse, and at least one extra rinse for towel loads And the LG does far superior rinsing of towels hands down. And how many gallon per fill for the Fall, 1986 first generation DD LK? 24-26 gallons?
LG combination washer dryer water consumption
Hi Bob, we’re talking about combination washer dryers and I’m talking about the LG compared to the GE machine. My point was the LG uses about three times as much water on the towel cycle which is absurd.
Old top load washers could use over 100 gallons For certain loads with double rinses, etc. that’s not the point. Your LG front loader might be programmed quite differently. You should do some testing and let us know, thanks, John.
Hi Bob, we’re talking about combination washer dryers and I’m talking about the LG compared to the GE machine. My point was the LG uses about three times as much water on the towel cycle which is absurd.
Old top load washers could use over 100 gallons For certain loads with double rinses, etc. that’s not the point. Your LG front loader might be programmed quite differently. You should do some testing and let us know, thanks, John.
John, I know you were talking about the combo, but the wash cycles are all exactly to what my washer model is. The combo is based upon my washer models that are 5.0 cu. ft.
mrb627
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Automatic?
Did he say that there were only two cycles on the LG that would progress automatically into drying? That would suck!
Malcolm
Did he say that there were only two cycles on the LG that would progress automatically into drying? That would suck!
Malcolm
Malcolm, I've tried to study the online user manual, and that is essentially true. HOWEVER, automatic sequence is still available simply by purposely selecting the button to make sure auto washto dry happens. There's something in the back of my mind that the predominant auto wash to dry is the scenario with the lowest energy usage, i.e. coolest wash temp and least amount of water ... which I would not use very often. Get the conccept? Dumbed down for the masses.
The manual states available drying settings for all wash cycles.
There might be 2 where it just set by default.
But when I red through it, the majority of cycles allowed you to set drying.
Keep in mind it doesn't even display all cycles it has available by default.
You can set the cycles in the list and set usage based automatic sorting which promotes often used cycles to the front of the list.
All machines of that type - GE, LG and Samsung - offer drying on most cycles according to the manual.
However, the available drying settings are very limited (like 2 or 3 settings).
So no temperature settings, mode settings (speed, eco, balanced) or drying target fine adjustment.
EDIT:
Just had dinner, so I just double checked.
The LG has only 2 cycles that default to drying on - Wash&Dry and AI Wash&Dry.
Almost all other cycles allow automatic drying non stop after the wash cycle, but almost none default to drying on.
So you would have to hit the "Dry" touchpad on the far right of the UI.
However, most cycles don't allow a big selection of drying settings.
Available settings in theory are 4 timed settings, Damp, Energy Saver and Normal.
Most cycles only allow "Normal" drying.
Some allow "Energy Saver", a few "Damp".
None of the non stop settings allow the timed settings, only the Dry only allows 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes manual selection.
Very few cycles don't allow drying - like Hand Wash/Wool or Dresses.
"Delicate Dry Only" is the only apparent way to get a proper low temp dry cycle - though you won't really see much past 150°F effective drying temperature regardless.[this post was last edited: 2/26/2024-12:26]
There might be 2 where it just set by default.
But when I red through it, the majority of cycles allowed you to set drying.
Keep in mind it doesn't even display all cycles it has available by default.
You can set the cycles in the list and set usage based automatic sorting which promotes often used cycles to the front of the list.
All machines of that type - GE, LG and Samsung - offer drying on most cycles according to the manual.
However, the available drying settings are very limited (like 2 or 3 settings).
So no temperature settings, mode settings (speed, eco, balanced) or drying target fine adjustment.
EDIT:
Just had dinner, so I just double checked.
The LG has only 2 cycles that default to drying on - Wash&Dry and AI Wash&Dry.
Almost all other cycles allow automatic drying non stop after the wash cycle, but almost none default to drying on.
So you would have to hit the "Dry" touchpad on the far right of the UI.
However, most cycles don't allow a big selection of drying settings.
Available settings in theory are 4 timed settings, Damp, Energy Saver and Normal.
Most cycles only allow "Normal" drying.
Some allow "Energy Saver", a few "Damp".
None of the non stop settings allow the timed settings, only the Dry only allows 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes manual selection.
Very few cycles don't allow drying - like Hand Wash/Wool or Dresses.
"Delicate Dry Only" is the only apparent way to get a proper low temp dry cycle - though you won't really see much past 150°F effective drying temperature regardless.[this post was last edited: 2/26/2024-12:26]
GE vs the new LG full-size, combos
So far it looks like the GE combo is pretty clearly the better performer with a more powerful heat pump and better filtration system that’s easier to clean.
It’s insane that the front load washer today to wash 11 pounds of towels could take nearly 50 gallons of water when you select extra rinsing.
That’s what I like about this site. I learn a lot of stuff I can now warn people not to use that cycle and better yet not even to buy LG front load machines, like their dishwasher and refrigerators, they’re just too troublesome, and nobody wants to fix these brands anyway.
Mind you I’m not thrilled with either one of these products I don’t like the fact that the GE combo is made in China so it’s not something I’m gonna be selling many of but it’s a very encouraging trend that we’re finally going to have a full size appliance available that will wash and dry Loads economically and quickly.
In my estimation, these machine should have about a 12,000 BTU refrigeration system. That way you could have drying speeds comparable to normal electric and gas dryers with extremely good economy and no venting.
Maybe Speed Queen will build one that would be great.
John.
So far it looks like the GE combo is pretty clearly the better performer with a more powerful heat pump and better filtration system that’s easier to clean.
It’s insane that the front load washer today to wash 11 pounds of towels could take nearly 50 gallons of water when you select extra rinsing.
That’s what I like about this site. I learn a lot of stuff I can now warn people not to use that cycle and better yet not even to buy LG front load machines, like their dishwasher and refrigerators, they’re just too troublesome, and nobody wants to fix these brands anyway.
Mind you I’m not thrilled with either one of these products I don’t like the fact that the GE combo is made in China so it’s not something I’m gonna be selling many of but it’s a very encouraging trend that we’re finally going to have a full size appliance available that will wash and dry Loads economically and quickly.
In my estimation, these machine should have about a 12,000 BTU refrigeration system. That way you could have drying speeds comparable to normal electric and gas dryers with extremely good economy and no venting.
Maybe Speed Queen will build one that would be great.
John.
