Consumer Reports rounds up the best washing machines of every type, based on our extensive lab tests and member surveys.

CR highlights the best and worst high-efficiency top-loading washers, which offer a compromise between costly front-loaders and inexpensive agitator models.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When buying a new washing machine, reliability is one of the most important factors to consider. These appliances are workhorses at home, so ...