Loaded with the most up-to-date convenience features, the KitchenAid Ensemble dryer comes in two versions, KGHS02R for homes outfitted with gas and KEHS02R for homes that rely on electricity for clothes drying.

Comparable to the Duet dryers from Whirlpool and the HE3t models offered in the Kenmore line, this dryer is among the most fully featured on the market. With an impressive 7.0 cubic feet of capacity, this model offers sufficient space, enough to dry 22 bath-sized towels at one time. Equipped with a computerized SensorSure monitoring system, this dryer also helps protect your clothing from the damage of overdrying.

The features on this model stack up well against other models; they include five automatic cycles and a choice of five temperature settings. We particularly liked the 120-minute wrinkle control option, which intermittently tumbles clothing after the heat cycle is completed. Those who machine dry items such as tennis shoes and baseball caps will appreciate the included drying rack, which is ideal for tumble-free drying cycles.

A well-insulated and well-built model, this machine operates quietly and can be expected to serve your household for many years. It's offered in the color meteorite, which is dark gray. A fine choice, the KEHS02R/KGHS02R is expensive. But as the price of high-tech laundry continues to escalate, we are increasingly appreciating the value of this model.


Pros: Quiet, spacious, well-built, dries fast, gentle on clothing, good value for a high-tech laundry product, outstanding warranty
Cons: More expensive to repair than a conventional dryer when out of warranty

Warranty
2 year, parts and labor (limited); 5 years, electronics, elements, burners, motor; 10 years, drum and cabinet