U.S. Media Name LG Refrigerators, Washers and More Among This Year’s Best Appliances

[Financial News] LG Electronics refrigerators, washers and dryers, TVs and other products have made the lists of top products of the year from leading U.S. media outlets. 
LG Electronics said on the 1st that U.S. consumer publication Consumer Reports recently announced its “2026 Best Picks” and selected top products across appliance categories, including refrigerators, dishwashers, gas ranges, front-load washers, electric dryers and TVs. LG Electronics was the only brand with products in all six categories.
LG Electronics stood out particularly in the refrigerator and laundry categories. Two of the three top refrigerators and two of the three top front-load washers were LG Electronics products. Both of the two electric dryers selected were also LG Electronics products.
Consumer Reports highlighted the AI technology in the LG SIGNATURE electric dryer, which detects laundry conditions to optimize drying time, and its TurboSteam feature, which refreshes fabrics and reduces odors. The “LG OLED evo AI C6,” named to the top TV list, scored highly in key performance evaluations, including picture quality and sound.
Two LG Electronics products were also included in Forbes’ recently published “9 Best Refrigerators, Selected Based on Expert Advice and Real-World Testing.” The 26-cubic-foot counter-depth French-door refrigerator was named “Best Overall Refrigerator,” while the top-freezer refrigerator was chosen as “Best Value Refrigerator.” They were recognized in categories evaluating overall product performance and value for money, respectively.
Forbes said the LG Electronics French-door refrigerator “meets all the basic requirements of a refrigerator while offering even more.” It highlighted its spacious, efficient storage, reliable temperature control and high energy efficiency, among other strengths.
The refrigerator’s InstaView feature, which lets users see inside by knocking on the door, and its Door-in-Door feature, which provides convenient access to drinks and other items, also received favorable reviews. The product can make four types of ice: cubed, crushed, mini cubed and slow-melting round Craft Ice. The top-freezer refrigerator selected for value was recognized for offering humidity control and high energy efficiency at a price of less than $1,000.
LG Electronics also ranked first in market share in the major U.S. home appliance market. According to market research firm OpenBrand, in the first quarter of this year LG Electronics led on both measures, with a 21.6% share by sales and an 18.7% share by units sold. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and General Electric (GE) followed with 13.1% each by sales, while Whirlpool Corporation had 11.7%. LG Electronics’ share by units sold rose 1.3 percentage points from the previous quarter, reaching its highest level in the past five quarters.
An LG Electronics representative said, “The fact that a range of products—from refrigerators and washers and dryers to TVs—received consistently positive reviews shows the overall competitiveness of LG appliances. With products and technologies that deliver differentiated customer experiences, we will continue to strengthen our competitiveness in the U.S. market.”
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