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LG WM4000HWA vs Speed Queen TR7

Side by side comparison of two of the best washing machines on the market. Same category, different priorities.

LG WM4000HWA
LG

LG WM4000HWA

4.5 (3,200)
$999

The best front loader on the market, with the fewest reliability complaints.

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Speed Queen TR7
Speed Queen

Speed Queen TR7

4.4 (890)
$1,299

Commercial grade laundromat build for the home.

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How do the LG WM4000HWA and Speed Queen TR7 compare, spec for spec?

Spec
LG
LG WM4000HWA
Speed Queen
Speed Queen TR7
Price$999$1,299
Rating
4.5 (3,200)
4.4 (890)
Pros
  • 10 year motor warranty
  • Direct drive motor
  • Fast wash cycles
  • Excellent cleaning
  • 5 year full warranty
  • Commercial build
  • Repairable
  • Fast cycles
Cons
  • Front loader gasket needs regular wiping
  • App is mediocre
  • Runs hot
  • Top load, no HE options
  • Uses more water than front load
  • Higher price for smaller capacity

Should you buy the LG WM4000HWA or the Speed Queen TR7?

Both are strong picks in the washing machines category. Here's how to decide:

Get the LG WM4000HWA if...

TurboWash 360 cuts wash times in half. Direct drive motor means fewer parts to fail. 10 year motor warranty.

Get the Speed Queen TR7 if...

Metal transmission, real agitator and a 5 year full warranty. Built like a tank; expected to last 25 years.