  Washer buying guide:
What capacity do I need Looking for the best washer on the market? CNET editors help you choose between pressure washers, washer dryer combos, and other washing machines to meet your needs. What capacity do I need?How much room do you have in your home or apartment? How large of a load of laundry do you need to do each week? A washer should last you 8 years to 12 years, but overstuffing it can shorten its lifespan--so size does matter. Also, the larger the washer's capacity, the fewer loads you'll do and the more energy and water you'll tend to save. Here are the average capacity ranges on the market:
Front-loading washers
Full-size top-loading washers
Compact washers
Two-in-one
Courtney Macavinta wrote this guide. For more information on appliances and kitchen gadgets, please visit our Appliances and Kitchen Gadgets blog.
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