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WGD97HEXW Review

Whirlpool WGD97HEXW


WGD97HEXW Ratings »BestAverageFair



Whirlpool WGD97HEXWWhirlpool
WGD97HEXW

Duet Dryer

MSRP: $1699
Price
Level


$230

Per Cu Ft
Premium
Features


7

Items
Total
Capacity


7.4

Cu Ft
User
Reviews


4.5

Stars
Overall
Rating


4.7



Dryer Highlights »

  • Duet High Efficiency Gas Dryer with Steam Cycles.

  • Enhanced touch-up steam cycle - Uses steam to relax wrinkles and refresh dry clothes in as little as 20 minutes.

  • Quick refresh steam cycle - Tumbles 2-5 items in the dryer, letting steam technology relax wrinkles and remove odors. IN just 15 minutes, clothes go from lying there to ready-to-wear.

  • EcoBoost option - Saves energy by using a portion of the dryer’s dual heating element and extending cycle time.

  • Advanced Moisture Sensing System - This high-efficiency dryer uses three built-in sensors that read incoming air temperature and outgoing air temperature while monitoring moisture levels inside the dryer.


Dryer Specs »

BrandWhirlpool
ModelWGD97HEXW
NameDuet Dryer
MSRP$1699
TypeGas
ColorWhite
Capacity7.4 cu. ft.
Cycles13
Heat Settings6
Height38-1/8 in.
Width27 in.
Depth31-1/8 in.
Companion WasherWFW97HEXW


Whirlpool WGD97HEXW Dryer


WGD97HEXW In-Depth Ratings »BestAverageFair



Purchase Price
Price Per Cu. Ft.$230Based on the price that you pay for each cubic foot of capacity, this dryer is more expensive than average and is priced in the top 5% of new dryers.
Premium Features
Premium Features7This Whirlpool dryer has above average performance & capabilities and ranks in the top 15% of new dryer designs.
Extra Heat SettingsOffers an above average number of dryer heat settings. More settings allow you to better match the drying rate to the variety of fabrics you may have in your wardrobe.
Extra CyclesEquipped with more cycle options than the average dryer. If your clothing includes a variety of fabrics or specialty items, these advanced cycles can be helpful.
Electronic ControlsUses state-of-the-art electronic controls with touchpads or movable knobs for precise and convenient selection of settings and options.
Moisture SensorIncludes a moisture sensor that can accurately determine when clothes are dry and automatically shut off the dryer. This reduces over-drying and better protects your fabrics.
Sanitary Cycle Like most dryers, this model does not have a sanitary cycle that removes germs and bacteria from non-washable items such as pillows or stuffed toys.
Reversible DoorThe dryer door can be changed to open from either direction. This is particularly helpful if you have a small or narrow laundry area.
Steam CycleSteam is used to prevent wrinkles and static cling during the drying cycle. Lightly soiled clothes can also be refreshed to remove odors and wrinkles.
Digital DisplayEquipped with an LED or LCD display that provides visual information about remaining cycle time and sometimes other dryer functions and options.
Total Capacity
Capacity (cu. ft.)7.4When compared to other new dryers, this appliance has higher than average capacity with a load volume in the top 41% of new dryers.
User Reviews
User Reviews
Star Rating
4.5Feedback from actual user experience and reviews indicates that this dryer is rated about average by 2 users when compared to other new dryers.



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