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Scary Mommy 2026 Readers’ Choice Award Best Smart Laundry Machine Brand

After all, every parent knows the secret to life is a great laundry machine.

by Team Scary Mommy

Jan. 28, 2026

If you’re a parent in 2026, chances are laundry is at the top of your list of “worst household chores.” Enter these machines, which are not only smart but oddly nice to look at. They make laundry smarter — pun intended — and therefore easier to get a handle of.

Scary Mommy’s readers have spoken, and their favorite Smart Laundry Machine Brands of 2026 are:

1. Midea

What Scary Mommy readers love about Midea:

Midea makes the WOW! Quality design and performance at an affordable price.
They really incorporate consumer needs into their products and focus on the little details that make a difference to me.
Such many great features and benefits for the price! As a new mom it has made this season of life a bit easier!

2. Maytag

What Scary Mommy readers love about Maytag:

I love the Maytag app, especially the notifications telling me when loads are done.
Can’t believe (but absolutely love) how well it cleans, even the really gross loads from travel baseball!
As a busy mom who “sometimes” leaves a load in the washer overnight, the Fresh Hold® option is a game-changer.

3. Hisense

What Scary Mommy readers love about Hisense:

Hisense lives up to its reputation. Mine is compact, didn’t cost a fortune, and looks great.
My machine is quiet and gentle, and it cleans even my baby’s messiest clothes beautifully.
We knew from friends that Hisense could handle big family loads, but we were surprised by how quiet it is!