Stackable washer dryers are washer dryer units where the washer and dryer come as seperate units and can be stacked one on top of another as space savers.These stackable washer dryer combos are good for families with limited space for their washing and drying.It is important to measure the exact space available before buying a stackable washer dryer , including clearance for electric cords and the dryer's exhaust duct, doorways, and potential obstructions leading to the location. Most stacked units require a 240-volt outlet.The washer essentially has to be a front loader so that the dryer can be stacked on top.
The best washer dryer in the market today is stackable and available with a dryer,this is the Whirlpool Duet (costing around $1000 to $1400 depending on the model) and, the Kenmore Elite HE4t are the top-rated washers.
The Whirlpool Duet washer has a 3.8-cubic-foot capacity and stainless-steel washtub. There are thirteen cycles and five wash/rinse temperatures, along with electronic controls, a bleach dispenser and a porcelain lid. The typical wash cycle takes about one hour. The Duet, like most washers, has a one-year warranty. The Duet dryer ($800) can be stacked on top, and comes in two versions gas and electric .
Together the washer dryer combo is over six feet tall which means the dryer controls are too high for an average individual .Market reviews about stackable washer dryers have shown that the Whirlpool duet is the best .A slightly cheaper option is the Frigidaire Gallery, this costs as much a laundry center but has more features.
A Miele Touchronic is a compact stackable washer dryer, here the height of the washer is reduced by 4 inches so the dryer controls are a little easier to reach.
Commercial washer dryers are available as coin operated stackable washer dryers(Whirlpool 27 is a top loading coin operated commercial washer with two speeds) and non coin operated washable. Another cheaper option could be going in for used stackable washer dryers, these generally are the commercially used ones up for resale after being used for a specific amount of time.