LG vs Samsung Appliances — Compared

Choosing between LG and Samsung mostly comes down to what you are buying. The catalog lists 86 LG products and 77 Samsung products, and the two brands lean in different directions. LG is stronger in laundry and dishwashers, while Samsung has more depth in refrigerators and wall ovens. The table below shows the key differences.

Price Range and Catalog Depth

LG spans $549 to $4,000, so it starts about $51 lower than Samsung's $600 entry price and tops out about $256 higher than Samsung's $3,744. The top end of LG's range is set by a complete kitchen package, which bundles several appliances. That makes the single-appliance gap between the brands smaller than the headline numbers suggest.

Neither brand reaches into the luxury tier that other brands in the catalog occupy. Both sit in the mainstream to upper-mainstream band, so price alone is unlikely to decide this comparison. Category fit matters more.

Where LG Has the Edge

LG's catalog is weighted toward laundry. It lists 15 dryers, 13 washer-dryer-sets, and 9 washers, a total of 37 laundry products against Samsung's 29. One example is the WashTower unit (model SWWG50W4, $2,999), which stacks a washer and dryer in one unit.

LG also lists more dishwashers (10 versus 6) and is the only one of the two with microwaves (5). If you want a matching microwave without leaving the brand, LG is the easier path here. It also has slightly more range hoods (3 versus 2) and appliance packages (5 versus 4).

Where Samsung Has the Edge

Samsung is stronger in cooking and cold storage. It lists 9 wall ovens to LG's 4, 11 cooktops to LG's 9, and 9 refrigerators to LG's 5. Its three priciest listings are all wall ovens, including a double wall oven with steam cook at $3,744 and a convection double wall oven at $3,494.

That depth gives you more choice if you are building a cooking wall or matching a cooktop to an oven. If you are comparing refrigerators, see our guide to the best French door refrigerators and the best counter-depth refrigerators to narrow the style first. Then compare the brands within it.

Where They Match

Both brands list 15 dryers, which makes dryers an even match on selection. Ranges are close too, with 8 from LG and 7 from Samsung. Fuel type matters more than brand when choosing a range, so check your hookup first. Our gas ranges guide explains what to confirm before you buy.

Verdict

Choose LG if laundry is the priority, if you need a dishwasher or microwave, or if you want a bundled kitchen package. Choose Samsung if you are upgrading ovens, cooktops, or a refrigerator and want more options within those categories. For a full kitchen, mixing brands is reasonable, but matching finishes is easier within one brand. You can see how other manufacturers compare on our brand reviews page.

Common Questions

Which brand costs less, LG or Samsung?

LG has the lower starting price in the catalog at $549, compared with Samsung's $600. Samsung's top price is lower, at $3,744 versus LG's $4,000. Prices within a category vary, so compare the specific models you are considering.

Does Samsung sell microwaves in this catalog?

Samsung has no standalone microwaves listed, while LG has 5. Samsung does list a microwave combination wall oven (model NQ70CG600DMT, $3,394). If you want a countertop or over-the-range microwave from one of these two brands, LG is the one with listings.

Which brand has more laundry options?

LG has more, with 37 laundry products against Samsung's 29. The two tie at 15 dryers, but LG lists more washers and more washer-dryer-sets. Check your space and hookups before choosing a stacked or paired setup.