LG WT8600CB
Rated number one on Ben's Appliances' repair-tech list and backed by LG's top-load reliability lead at Consumer Reports. The best feature-rich top-loader you can own long term.
Consolidated from 4 cited sources across 3 outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 2 positive sources
- 2 mixed sources
1 of 5 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.
Outclassed in its own class: The Spruce's tested best top-loader is the Whirlpool WTW8127HW and Good Housekeeping's is the Speed Queen, so the consensus does not place this LG at the top of the top-loader class despite its flagship-adjacent position.
Flagged 18 September 2026
Pros & cons
- ✓ Rated the number one washing machine on Ben's Appliances and Junk's repair-focused list
- ✓ Backed by LG's top-load HE reliability lead at Consumer Reports
- ✓ Modern capacity and features without stepping outside the most reliable brand
- ✓ A real, capable flagship top-loader
- ✓ Highest scores across the board per a repair-focused reviewer
- ✗ Loses the top-loader comparison to the Whirlpool WTW8127HW and Speed Queen TR7
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
Evidence 1 article and 3 community sources
2 positive sources
2 mixed sources
Canadianappliance Article I got a top loader and I am not happy I wish I can change them for a front loader again. The only thing is to open the front loader is hard an as we age it gets hard on the hands.Read F Facebook Facebook post
Real users are split—some love the capacity and quiet operation, while others warn about reliability and water levels on newer LG models.View post
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #8 of 16 on our washing machines tier list, in C tier. That placement draws on 4 cited sources across 3 outlets.
None of the 4 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Loses the top-loader comparison to the Whirlpool WTW8127HW and Speed Queen TR7.
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