Washing machines can cost anywhere from about $500 to $1,400 or more. And while "cheap" or "affordable" are subjective terms, for this guide, I capped our recommendations at about $750.

Washing machines can cost more than £1,500, but you certainly don't need to spend that much. There are plenty of good ones that cost between £300 and £400 and a few good ones that cost around £270.

Front loaders are the darlings of the washing machine world: they deliver excellent results, they're efficient in terms of water and energy use, and they have plenty of programs. Overall they're hands ...