Washing machines aren’t what they used to be. Some new appliances have over a dozen cycles, and then there are a slew of other things to consider, including water temperature, spin speed, cycle ...

Confused about what all the different cycles do and when you should choose which? We're about to blow your mind.

There is no final spin that can distort delicate fabrics on the hand wash cycle. Hand washing fabrics, if done correctly, still offers the least wear and tear on the most fragile textiles. Hand ...

I love throwing a load of laundry on for a quick 30-minute cycle, just to keep the never-ending pile of dirty clothes under control. But there have been so many times where, after a while, I'll hear ...

We all know the feeling : a pile of laundry waiting, a packed schedule ahead, and that tempting quick wash button staring ...

Your washing machine's fast wash cycle looks like a smart shortcut. In reality, repair technicians warn it's one of the worst ...

Consumer Reports rounds up the best washing machines of every type, based on our extensive lab tests and member surveys.