Deciding between a front load vs. top load washer? Here's how to choose the best option to make laundry day as seamless as possible.

Even with a pedestal, front-load washers require some bending, and, no matter what, we always end up dropping a sock (or four) when transferring clothes to the dryer.

Its front-load options range in price from $650 to $1,950, and in capacity from 2.4 up to 5.8 cubic feet. LG also has 12 front-load units compatible with its SideKick Pedestal washers.

Discover our picks for the best front-load washers, which have easily-accessible drums and use less water than top-loaders.

Front-load washers are some of the best washing machines you can buy. These are the best front-load washers from Consumer Reports' tests.

Front-load washing machines also require bending down to load and unload clothes, so they may not be the best option for someone with physical restrictions unless the washer is placed on a pedestal.

“Front load washers and dryers also have the option to add pedestals, which can raise the machines to a more convenient height for loading and unloading.

Front-load washing machines also require bending down to load and unload clothes, so they might not be the best option for someone with physical restrictions unless the washer is placed on a pedestal.

The best stackable washer and dryer sets are fully functional, powerful and often come with smart features. Our picks include options from LG, GE, Miele and Whirlpool.