Rita says: Buy it

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9.1 out of 10 Buy
LG WM4000H 4.5 Cu. Ft. Front Load Washer — product photo reviewed by Rita
Washing Machines/Dryers

LG WM4000H 4.5 Cu. Ft. Front Load Washer

by LG

$899.00

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Rita's Full Review

The LG WM4000H has held Wirecutter's top washer recommendation since 2022 for straightforward reasons: it cleans exceptionally well, runs faster than competing front-loaders, and holds up reliably over years of use. In independent stain-removal testing, it ranked among the handful of full-size front-loaders that consistently removed significant percentages of set stains from professional stain strips across multiple fabric types. TurboWash 360° uses five jets to power-clean large loads — the machine can complete a 12-pound load in 43 minutes, roughly 10 minutes faster than most comparable models. Its AI DD technology uses sensors to automatically select the optimal wash motion for the detected fabric and load, reducing garment wear. Consumer Reports rates LG the most reliable brand for front-load washers, a critical factor given repair costs. Paired with the DLEX4000 dryer, it forms Wirecutter's top-recommended laundry set for 2026.

What Rita liked

  • Wirecutter's top washer pick since 2022 — outstanding stain removal across all fabric types
  • TurboWash 360° significantly faster than most front-loaders (43 min vs. typical 50–70 min)
  • AAFA-certified Allergiene cycle removes 95%+ of pet dander — ideal for allergy sufferers
  • Consistently ranked among the most reliable front-load washers by Consumer Reports

What could be better

  • Control panel can be hard to read in low-light conditions
  • No interior drum light (unlike some competitors)
  • LG customer service has received criticism in some markets for repair responsiveness

Key Specifications

4.5 cu. ft. ultra-large capacity front-load washer; 12 wash cycles including Allergiene, TurboWash 360°, Sanitary
TurboWash 360° technology washes a 12-lb load in 43 minutes (full load in under 30 min with TurboWash option)
AI DD (Direct Drive) technology detects fabric type and load weight to select optimal wash motion
ENERGY STAR Most Efficient certified; 105 kWh/year; internal heater for hot wash performance
ThinQ WiFi app with remote start, cycle monitoring, SmartDiagnosis; pairs with DLEX4000 dryer
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