Which is better, a LG or GE washer?

Which is better, LG or GE washer depends on whether you prioritize energy efficiency and quiet direct-drive technology or smart features and US support. LG washers like WM4000H front-load and WT7305CV top-load offer direct-drive motor that is quieter and more efficient with 10-year motor warranty, TurboWash 360 that cleans in 30 minutes, excellent energy efficiency, and ThinQ app with WiFi, with first-year service call rates around 6 to 9 percent, lower than GE at 9 to 12 percent according to Yale Appliance data, costing 700 to 1,200 dollars. GE washers like GFW650SSNWW front-load and GTW720BSNWS top-load are made by GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Louisville, Kentucky, offering SmartHQ app with WiFi, Microban antimicrobial technology that prevents odor in dispenser and gasket, and built-in water filtration, with service rates around 9 to 12 percent and massive US parts network with drain pumps at 30 to 70 dollars. LG washers have better cleaning performance and lower service rates. GE washers have better odor prevention and US manufacturing. Both cost similar at 600 to 1,100 dollars. If you want best reliability, quietest operation, and fastest wash, LG is slightly better and often recommended by technicians. If you want best odor prevention and US-made support, GE is good.