How To Buy a Combo Washer With A Condenser Dryer
Email ArticleCombination washers and condenser dryers have been a standard on boats for years. It is a very good idea. Throw in a load of clothes, and they are washed and dried. You don't even have to transfer the clothes from washer to dryer. The dryer has a condenser, which converts steam to water.
Additionally, with a condenser no additional venting is required. These units have become really popular for that reason. You can theoretically situate a washer-dryer combination anywhere with water, a 110 volt plug and a drain. Washers can now be loacated in a second floor bathroom or even a kitchen, because some of these units fit 24 inch cabinets.
So it's a good idea...on paper.
There are several problems with the execution. First, although 110 volt is good for placement, the cycle times become very long with half the power. Service is an issue with a very high failure rate combined with the lack of technical help from niche manufacturers. We actually try to not sell this product. If you must purchase a combo under extreme duress, LG would be the only manufacturer to remotely (very remotely) consider.
LG Combo Washer and Dryer Machines:
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| LG WM3455HW - $1409 | LG WM3987HW - $1419 |
There is a much better way. Install a 220V line and buy a washer with a separate dryer. The performance and reliability improves considerably. Miele and Bosch are also an upgrade, as this type of compact laundry is the standard in Europe.
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| Miele W3033 / T8013C - $3,598 | Bosch WAS24460UC / WTV76100US - $2,189 |
They are more expensive than the combo, but they actually wash and dry like real laundry.
One small tip: We recommend higher RPMs on the washer for less drying time.
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