We’ve been testing dryers for over a decade, and we’ve concluded that most of them perform pretty similarly.If you’re also shopping for a new washing machine, you’ll probably be happy with the dryer that pairs with it.But if you need only a new dryer, and you don’t care whether it matches your washing machine, we recommend looking for a simple, reliable, sturdy model with access to parts and a decent warranty.For a basic dryer with consistent performance, we recommend the GE GTD58EBSVWS or the Maytag MED4500 (we also recommend their gas-powered versions).