August 2, 2026 · 12 dryers tested
Gold Tested
Over-drying damages clothes and wastes energy. Under-drying means running a second cycle. We measured actual moisture content at cycle end across 12 dryers. Sensor drying should be accurate. Most aren't.
LG
The LG DLEX4000W's moisture sensors stopped the cycle when clothes reached exactly 3% residual moisture — the ideal target for ready-to-fold laundry. Every other dryer either over-dried (5 models) or
We weighed clothes before and after drying to measure residual moisture. We tested sensor accuracy with cotton, synthetics, and mixed loads. We measured energy consumption per cycle and evaluated wrinkle prevention.
The LG DLEX4000W's moisture sensors stopped the cycle when clothes reached exactly 3% residual moisture — the ideal target for ready-to-fold laundry. Every other dryer either over-dried (5 models) or under-dried (6 models) by at least 4%.
Specifications
| Capacity | 7.4 cu ft |
| Sensor | Dual moisture sensors |
| Cycles | 14 |
| Steam | TurboSteam |
| Noise | 50 dB |
| Energy Star | Yes |
The LG DLEX4000W earns our recommendation because it outperformed the competition in the metrics that matter most. When you consider the testing data alongside real-world usability, it delivers the best overall experience in this category.