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LG WashTower WKEX200HBA vs Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set

The LG WashTower is the better pick if you want one integrated unit with real capacity: 5.2 cu. ft. wash and 7.4 cu. ft. dry, a single Center Control panel at waist height, and no stacking kit or pedestal needed. The Samsung set is a conventional two-piece pair with Wi-Fi and SmartThings, a 10-year Digital Inverter motor warranty, and VRT Plus vibration control, but the washer is smaller at 4.5 cu. ft. and the two units stand about 78 inches tall when stacked. Owners of the WashTower praise the layout and the built-in cycle intelligence; Samsung owners rate the cleaning and the app, and complain more about cycle length and the drum size on big loads.

  • Choose the LG WashTower if you want one machine footprint, a single control panel at comfortable height, and the larger wash and dry drums.
  • Choose the Samsung set if you want Wi-Fi control through SmartThings, a long motor warranty, and the flexibility to place the washer and dryer side by side or apart.

Prices

  • LG WashTower WKEX200HBA: $1,999.00 at The Home Depot (last seen Nov 9)
  • Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set: $1,448.00 at Bargain House Appliances (checked today)
  • Difference: the Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set is $551.00 cheaper than the LG WashTower WKEX200HBA at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
LG
LG WKEX200HBA

LG WashTower WKEX200HBA

LG WKEX200HBA

4.5(1,516 ratings)
$1,999.00at The Home DepotChecked 19 h ago
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Pros
  • Large 5.2 cu. ft. washer and 7.4 cu. ft. dryer in one 27-inch footprint
  • Controls at waist height instead of above head height
  • Built-in cycle intelligence sets wash and dry settings automatically
  • Steam function on both washer and dryer
  • No stacking kit or pedestal to buy
Cons
  • No Wi-Fi or app control
  • Heavy single unit at 326 lb; hard to move and service
  • If one half fails, the whole tower is out of service
  • Needs a 240V dryer circuit plus a 120V washer circuit
Samsung
Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set – White

Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set

Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set – White

$1,448.00at Bargain House AppliancesChecked 9 h ago
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Pros
  • Wi-Fi with SmartThings app for remote start and cycle alerts
  • 10-year warranty on the Digital Inverter motor
  • VRT Plus keeps stacked or side-by-side installs steady
  • Steam Wash and Steam Sanitize+ on the dryer
  • Can be split apart or placed side by side later
Cons
  • Smaller 4.5 cu. ft. washer drum
  • Dryer controls sit high when stacked
  • Self-clean reminder runs every 40 cycles
  • Two separate units take more floor space side by side

What separates them

LG WashTower WKEX200HBASamsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set
Form factorSingle stacked tower unit, 27 in wide, 74 3/8 in tallTwo separate units, each 27 in wide; about 78 in tall stacked
Washer capacity5.2 cu. ft. front load4.5 cu. ft. front load
Dryer capacity7.4 cu. ft. electric, 3-way venting7.5 cu. ft. electric
ControlsCenter Control panel with both washer and dryer controls at mid heightSeparate panels on each unit; dryer controls sit high when stacked
ConnectivityNo Wi-Fi app controlWi-Fi with SmartThings app
Motor warrantyStandard LG limited warranty10-year warranty on the Digital Inverter motor
Vibration controlTower frame with built-in balancingVRT Plus vibration reduction
InstallationOne unit, one power drop for the dryer plus a 120V washer circuitTwo units; stacking kit needed if stacked, or two footprints

Price history

$2,098.97$1,458.00
Nov 3Nov 10
  • LG WashTower WKEX200HBA: lowest $1,995.00 on Nov 10 at Aj Madison.
  • Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set: lowest $1,458.00 on Nov 9 at The Home Depot.

Prices at every store

LG WashTower WKEX200HBA

  • Abt ElectronicsNew

    In stock

    $1,999.00Free shippingChecked 19 h ago
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  • Best BuyNew

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    $1,999.99Free shippingChecked 19 h ago
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  • The Home DepotNew

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    $1,999.00Checked 19 h ago
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    $2,098.97Checked Nov 3
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Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set

  • Bargain House AppliancesNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,448.00Checked 9 h ago
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  • The Home DepotNew

    In stock

    $1,458.00Checked Nov 8
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Specs compared

SpecLG WashTower WKEX200HBASamsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set
Washer capacity5.2 cu. ft.5.8 cu.ft.
Dryer capacity7.4 cu. ft.7.5 cu.ft.
colorBlack—
Dimensions (WxHxD)27" x 74 3/8" x 30 3/8"—
Depth with door open55"—
Product weight326—
Weight with packing361—
Dryer electrical requirements240V 30 Amps (Electric)—
Washer electrical requirements120V, 10 Amps—
Display typeFull Touch Electronic Control Panel with LED Di…—
Dryer venting option3 Way Venting—
Width (")27.0—
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SpecLG WashTower WKEX200HBASamsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set
PlacementFreestanding—
Product TypeWasher Dryer—
FeaturesSteam Function—
Depth (")30.37—
Load TypeFront Load—
Wash cycle time—28 minutes
Connectivity—Wi-Fi connected
App—SmartThings
Motor warranty—10-year warranty on the Digital Inverter Motor
Energy certification

What reviewers say

LG WashTower WKEX200HBA

  • 4.5 / 51,516 ratings

Owners rate the tower highly, with 4.5 out of 5 from 1,516 ratings. Most praise the space savings, the fast TurboWash cycle and the convenience of the raised dryer. Complaints center on the height, the electrical requirements and the cost.

What people mention
  • Space savingPraisedOwners say the single stacked unit frees up floor space in tight laundry rooms.
  • Wash speedPraisedTurboWash360 is cited for getting a normal load done in under 30 minutes.
  • HeightMixedThe raised dryer is easy to load, but the 74-inch height can be tight under low ceilings.
  • InstallationMixedOwners note it needs both a 240V and a 120V circuit and is heavy to move into place.

Samsung Front Load Washer & Dryer Set

Owners of this Samsung pair generally praise the wash results, the quiet spin and the large drum, and many like getting cycle alerts on their phone. Complaints center on app pairing, the depth of the machines and steam cycles that run long.

What people mention
  • Wash performancePraisedOwners say everyday and heavily soiled loads come out clean, with steam helping on stains.
  • Noise and vibrationPraisedThe VRT Plus suspension keeps spin cycles quiet and steady, even on upper floors.
  • App connectivityCriticisedSeveral owners report SmartThings pairing takes repeated attempts and drops the connection.
  • Size and fitMixedThe large drum is welcome, but the deep body leaves little room for hoses and venting in tight spaces.
Reviews
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Questions and answers

Which is better for a large family?
The LG WashTower. Its 5.2 cu. ft. washer handles noticeably bigger loads than the Samsung's 4.5 cu. ft. drum, so you run fewer cycles for bedding and towels.
Which one lasts longer?
The Samsung has the edge on paper because of its 10-year Digital Inverter motor warranty. The LG tower is a single sealed unit, so a failure in either half takes the whole machine out of service.
Is the LG WashTower worth stepping up to over a stacked pair?
Yes if space and ergonomics matter. You get one footprint, a mid-height control panel and larger drums. Skip it if you want app control or the option to split the washer and dryer later.
Can the Samsung set be stacked?
Yes, with a Samsung stacking kit. Stacked, the dryer controls sit around 70 inches up, which is harder to reach than the LG's Center Control panel.
Which handles allergies better?
Both offer steam. The Samsung adds Steam Sanitize+ on the dryer and states 95% pollen removal, which helps if pollen is a trigger. The LG's steam cycles cover the same sanitizing ground.
Do either need special installation?
Both need a 240V circuit for the electric dryer. The LG tower also needs its own 120V washer circuit and comes as one 326 lb unit, so plan the doorway and delivery path.

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ENERGY STAR® Certified
Steam feature—Steam Wash
Self-cleaning—every 40 cycles
Vibration reduction—VRT Plus™
Dryer steam—Steam Sanitize+
Pollen removal—95% of pollen