If you’re in a small space or wouldn’t consider hang-drying your clothes, an all-in-one washer and dryer may be your only option. They combine a front-load washer and a vented or ventless dryer in one appliance. They can save a lot of floor space, but they also don’t allow you to wash and dry different loads at the same time.

Melhores itens de casa have been trying to make all-in-one laundry happen for decades (PDF), but combos aren’t yet common in the market. Some models do a fine job of washing, but the dryers are often disappointing. They’re a little slow and expensive to run, and they don’t do as good a job at removing moisture from fabrics.

Washer-Dryer Combo Units That Deliver Power and Convenience

Both of the GE and LG combos we tested do a good job of cleaning, but the GE has a standout feature that makes it easier to manage your laundry. Its Adaptive SmartDispense bulk dispenser holds up to 32 ounces of detergent and fabric softener, and you can scan the barcode on your products in the app so that the machine dispensing them doses them properly. We also like that it offers a dedicated cycle for swimwear and jeans, as well as a power-spinning feature to remove pesky pet hair.

Both of our top picks also do an excellent job of drying, but the GE dryer is just a bit faster. Its auto-sensing features are powerful, and it kept our overly wet test loads at a low temperature that’s safe for fabrics. The dryer’s compact size and sleek design are appealing, too.