To start the new year, Consumer Reports dropped its list of top dryers for 2026. LG was at the top, whose respective dryers dominated the electric, gas, and washer-dryer reviews. The company offers a variety of high-quality dryer options from $545 to $2,000, so there’s something for consumers of all budgets.
As it stands, Consumer Reports’ top electric dryers are produced by LG. The highest scorer on the list, the LG DLE3400W, is a low-cost, Green Choice dryer with a variety of high-end features, including moisture sensors, custom programming, and extended tumble cycles, while performing exceptionally well in the company’s noise tests. The DLE3400W also earned great convenience ratings, which measure how easy a dryer is to use. A slightly more expensive alternative, the LG DLEX4080B, sports a drying performance score higher than its top-rated counterpart, as well as several high-tech addons, including a steam option, duct block indicator, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The LG Signature DLEX9900s, the most expensive of LG’s dryers on the list, delivers an AI element to optimize drying cycles.
Similar to their electric counterparts, the DLGX5501W, DLGX6501W, and DLG3471W LG dryers top Consumer Reports’ gas dryer ratings with high performance, convenience, noise, and reliability scores. Extra features, including stainless steel drums, Wi-Fi access, and steam options, account for the $500 price difference between the three dryers. Next on the list are the DLGX6701B and DLG8401WE models, which are pricier options known for their efficiency and quietness. For a budget-friendly option lacking a steel drum and custom programs, Consumer Reports suggests green choices like the DLG6101W and DLG7151W.
