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Washer and Dryer Set, All-in-one Combo Unit or Separate Machines?

What is best? A washer and dryer set, an all-in-one combo unit or separate machines? This the first decision to make when buying new appliances or planning your laundry room.

I will help you find the best option for you. See the types of devices available, pros and cons of each:

Separate washer and dryer

Pros:

• The two devices combined are usually cheaper than a combo unit.
• If you usually wash and dry over one load each time, having separate functions will save you time, as you can start a new wash load while drying the other.

Cons:

• They need more space.
• They will give you more work than an all-in-one combo unit, as you need to take the clothes from the washer to the dryer.

Washer and dryer set

Pros:

• As for separate devices, if you usually wash and dry over one load each time, having separate functions will save you time, as you can start a new wash load while drying the other.
• A single purchase will guarantee matching styles and dimensions.
• They save a little space compared to separate devices, as there is no gap between the two functions.

Cons:

• They require more work than an all-in-one combo unit, as you need to take the clothes from the washer to the dryer.
• More expensive than two separate devices.
• Still takes up much more space than an all-in-one combo unit.

Washing and drying all-in-one combo unit

Pros:

• Saves space. Ideal for apartments and small laundry rooms.
• Easier to use. You put in the dirty clothes and take them out clean and dry.
• You don’t need to worry about matching styles and dimensions for different appliances.

Cons:

• More expensive than separate devices, about the same range as washer and dryer sets.
• You can’t wash one load and dry another at the same time. The whole process takes much longer.

So the ideal choice depends on your budget, available space and volume of clothes to be washed and dried.

Have you decided what is best for you? Washer and dryer set, all-in-one combo unit or separate machines?

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