The Samsung Bespoke AI All-in-One meets
the Whirlpool All-in-One
The only combo that dried a king-size comforter with zero wet spots. We tested it head-to-head against the Whirlpool All-in-One ($1,399) across 6 key dimensions.
Samsung Bespoke AI All-in-One
“The only combo that dried a king-size comforter with zero wet spots”
Whirlpool All-in-One
“Full-size combo at $600 less, with the reliability to match”
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Strengths & Weaknesses
Samsung Bespoke AI All-in-One
- Highest stain removal score ever tested by Ben's Appliances using DOE spectrograph strips
- Dried a king-size comforter with zero wet spots. Boulevard Home called the result 'shocking'
- Auto-flushing condenser keeps heat pump coils clean after 30-40 loads per Ben's Appliances
- 5.3 cu ft drum is the largest combo capacity available, fits 16-pound max loads
- 120V plug-in with ventless heat pump, installs anywhere with a standard outlet
- Cycle time estimates are wildly inaccurate. Boulevard Home documented a 4.5-hour estimate that took 7.5 hours
- Many features gated behind SmartThings Wi-Fi app per Ben's Appliances
- Break Fix Repair found lint can bypass the front filter and clog the rear air tube and drain pump
Whirlpool All-in-One
- At $1,399, it's $600 less than the Samsung and the cheapest full-size combo worth buying
- Dedicated sanitize cycle handles allergens and sensitive fabrics per HTECK
- Load & Go XL dispenser holds bulk detergent so you skip measuring per load
- Simple physical controls with zero learning curve for any household member
- Condensation drying is mechanically simpler than heat pump, fewer parts to fail
- Condensation drying is slower and less energy-efficient than heat pump models per HTECK
- No steam cycle, no AI fabric detection, and minimal smart features
- 4.5 cu ft capacity limits large loads compared to Samsung's 5.3 cu ft drum
The Verdict
Our Bottom Line
Ben's Appliances and Junk put the Samsung through spectrograph-level stain testing using Department of Energy soiled strips, and it posted the highest stain removal score they've ever recorded on any washing machine. That's not marketing: it's a measured result on the same strips they use on every machine they test. The 5.3 cu ft drum handled a 16-pound max-pack test and a king-size comforter with equal ease.
Samsung Bespoke AI All-in-One
Ben's Appliances and Junk put the Samsung through spectrograph-level stain testing using Department of Energy soiled strips, and it posted the highest stain removal score they've ever recorded on any washing machine. That's not marketing: it's a measured result on the same strips they use on every machine they test. The 5.3 cu ft drum handled a 16-pound max-pack test and a king-size comforter with equal ease.
- Families with 3+ people doing 5+ loads per week who need the 5.3 cu ft capacity
- Apartment or condo dwellers who lack a dryer vent hookup but want full-size laundry
- Pet owners dealing with heavy hair and lint (the auto-flushing condenser handles it)
- Tech-forward households who want SmartThings integration and auto-dispensing
- Buyers who want the best combo available and are surprised to learn it costs less than the GE and LG alternatives
Whirlpool All-in-One
The Whirlpool WFC682CLW solves the basic problem: it washes and dries your clothes in one machine, plugs into a standard 120V outlet, and costs $600 less than the Samsung. At $1,399, it's the cheapest full-size combo on the market that's still worth buying.
- Couples or small families who do 2-3 loads per week and don't need maximum capacity
- Budget-conscious buyers who want a single-unit washer-dryer under $1,500
- Anyone who prefers simple physical controls over touchscreens and app connectivity
- Renters or homeowners who prioritize long-term reliability over peak performance
- Households where multiple people use the machine and need zero learning curve