For a basic dryer with consistent performance, we recommend the GE GTD58EBSVWS or the Maytag MED (we also recommend their gas-powered versions).
But if you need only a new dryer, and you don&#;t care whether it matches your washing machine, we recommend looking for a simple, reliable, sturdy model with access to parts and a decent warranty.
If you&#;re also shopping for a new washing machine , you&#;ll probably be happy with the dryer that pairs with it.
We&#;ve been testing dryers for over a decade, and we&#;ve concluded that most of them perform pretty similarly.
The gas-powered version of our also-great pick is essentially the same well-built and effective machine.
This electric dryer is well built and effective. But LG&#;s customer service can be unreliable.
The gas-powered version of our also-great pick has the same effective and accurate sensor-dry settings as its electric-powered counterpart.
Unlike other sensor-driven dryers we tested, this dryer accurately predicted dry times every time. But Electrolux&#;s customer service is merely okay.
This electric dryer is effective and reliable, and it offers extras you won&#;t find in other machines, such as a longer warranty and a cycle that can reduce lingering pet hair. However, those bonuses come with a steeper price tag.
This gas-powered version of our pick is similarly easy to use and effective at drying large loads.
This electric dryer is easy to use, and it tackled large loads effectively in our tests.
The gas-powered version of our pick has the same features and functionality as the electric-powered model.
This electric dryer fully dried large loads in our tests and has dampness sensors, a variety of cycles, and an interior light. It costs less than other dryers that offer similar performance and features.
We spoke with industry experts and repair techs&#;and combed through owner reviews&#;to get a sense of each machine&#;s dependability.
We favored dryers with widespread availability and expansive service networks.
We looked for navigable control panels, conveniently oriented doors, and a wide variety of dry cycles.
We evaluated each machine&#;s drying performance and recommend those that delivered consistently dry clothing.
For an especially durable dryer that you can expect to last for well over a decade, we recommend the pricier Speed Queen DR7.
If you&#;re looking for a sleeker, more elaborate model with custom fabric-care settings, consider the Electrolux ELFEAT or the LG DLEX (or their gas-powered equivalents).
For a dryer that consistently produces dry clothing, even with large, heavy loads, we recommend the GE GTD58EBSVWS. The machine&#;s large capacity, intuitive controls, and assortment of cycles make it a solid dryer choice.
The GTD58EBSVWS is not Energy Star&#;certified. It comes with a one-year limited warranty.
We recommend the matching GE GTW585BSVWS washer in our guide to matching washers and dryers.
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The Maytag MED is a basic, reliable electric dryer that has fewer frills than other, pricier options but dries just as well.
With easy-to-use dial controls and straightforward cycles, it's a great choice if you dislike fiddling with buttons and settings.
It takes a little longer to dry than our other picks, and it lacks a speed-dry option, but it gets the job done and costs several hundred dollars less than similar dryers.
The MED is not Energy Star&#;certified. It comes with a one-year warranty.
The Maytag MVWMW is this machine&#;s matching top-loading washer.
This electric dryer is effective and reliable, and it offers extras you won&#;t find in other machines, such as a longer warranty and a cycle that can reduce lingering pet hair. However, those bonuses come with a steeper price tag.
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If you&#;re looking for a well-made dryer with a longer warranty and extra features, the Speed Queen DR7 is a time-tested choice.
Speed Queen&#;s washers and dryers are heavy-duty machines made to last for decades and typically built for laundromats, but you can buy them for your home too. The durability of Speed Queen machines is admirable, but it comes with a steeper price tag.
The DR7 is Energy Star&#;certified and has cycles that are hard to find in other machines, such as antistatic safeguards and a pet-hair cycle that removed a fair amount of golden retriever fur during our testing. It comes with a seven-year warranty, the longest of our picks.
The Electrolux ELFEAT performed well in our testing, consistently producing dry laundry without overheating it. With a capacity of 8 cubic feet&#;the largest of our recommendations&#;this machine easily handled a king-size comforter and many other mixed laundry loads.
It features a reversible door, and in our tests, its sensor-dry setting delivered dry items every time. Unlike other sensor-driven dryers we tested, the ELFEAT accurately predicted the dry time within 90 seconds of starting a cycle, which is convenient for planning ahead.
It&#;s also Energy Star&#;certified and backed by a one-year warranty.
We recommend the matching, stackable Electrolux ELFWA washer in our guide to matching washers and dryers.
The LG DLEX is one of the fastest and most thorough dryers we tested. This Wi-Fi&#;enabled model connects to LG&#;s ThinQ app, which allows you to monitor cycles, receive maintenance alerts, and start the machine remotely.
LG washers and dryers are developing a robust reliability track record; we hear the fewest reader complaints about LG machines, too.
The DLEX has been known to perform well for years, and we&#;ve been recommending LG washer and dryer models since .
But LG&#;s customer service is not as strong as that of other brands whose appliances we recommend.
The DLEX is Energy Star&#;certified and comes with a one-year warranty.
We recommend the matching, stackable LG WMH washer in our guide to matching washers and dryers.
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