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If I can make a prediction as we move forward CES 2026is that washer-dryer combos are the future of laundry. For those who have been burned by hybrid machines, which historically took hours to dry a single load of laundry, LG delivered a bold response this week.
LG’s new Signature washer-dryer ventless combo machine, unveiled at mega tech show in Vegascan complete a full 10 pound load of laundry – wash and dry – in about 90 minutes. The brand managed to shave 30 minutes off its previous complete cycle time – an impressive feat and one that bodes well for the future of combination laundry systems.
The previous version of LG’s washer dryer (pictured here) took over 2 hours for a cycle. The new model reduces the time to 90 minutes.
LG’s combination washing machines were already the best in their class
I used LG’s latest generation combo machine for two years now. I rarely do laundry for more than two people, but I’ve had nothing but good experiences with this appliance – so much so that I enthusiastically included it in our product list. the best washing machines.
Sure, it takes longer to dry a load than a standalone dryer—a full cycle takes about two hours, sometimes more—but for me, the convenience of not having to change laundry between washing and drying is worth the extended cycle time. There are also the advantages that the machine takes up less space and does not require a vent.
AI features make LG machines more efficient
LG combo washing machines feature an AI wash cycle that adjusts water consumption and drying time based on load size,
LG’s Signature Series washer dryers feature AI load sensing (a feature I use almost exclusively.) Using a built-in scale, the machine detects the size of the load you’re washing and adjusts water usage and drying time accordingly. It also has smart detergent and fabric softener dispensers, so you’ll only use just enough and never too much.
The fully digital control system can be managed from a mobile device via LG’s ThinkQ smart home app and ecosystem.
The sleek digital interface is a signature of LG devices.
These ventless machines are also gentler on fabrics because they use air dry drying instead of heat drying, unlike standard machines. This fast-moving dry air more closely mimics natural drying outdoors, so clothes are less prone to damage over the medium cycle and, in theory, last longer.
Pricing and availability
Pricing and a launch date for LG’s washer-dryer combo haven’t been made available, but reps tell me it will be in early 2026. The previous model retails for north of $2,000. I expect this model to launch with a tag closer to $3,000.
