Whirlpool Duet Washer and Dryer Combo Review

Content Summary:

Unique Selling Points and Features
Pros & Cons of Whirlpool Duet Washer and Dryer
How Whirlpool Duet Compares to Competition?
Recommended Models to Buy
How to Properly Move the Unit?

There have been a great number of mixed opinions in the last few years regarding the Whirlpool washer dryer reviews. Between factory recalls and the occasional user dissatisfaction many people are starting to walk past these machines in stores. The truth is that these laundry appliances are generally well crafted and are solid performers.

In general Whirlpool Duet series are handy energy efficient washing machines to have around the house. They were created so that people could clean their clothes with greater efficiency without traveling to a laundry mat.

Unique Selling Points and Features

A few of the unique selling points in the Whirlpool Duet washer and dryer line include the high-efficiency fabric care system. This system is designed to completely clean clothing while keeping them from being damaged. This cleaning technology utilizes the FanFresh option to circulate the air inside the washer allowing the clothes to remain fresh and free from odor build-up for nearly ten hours. This allows the owner to wash clothes and then dry them later using one of their energy star qualified duet steam dryer models hours later.

A Whirlpool Duet steam electric dryer is considered one of the best models on the market for their own proprietary technologies. Consumers find this to be true because with models such as Whirlpool Duet Sport dryer dry time equals that of the leading industrial laundry machines.

Strengths

The experts often cite how the detection center in Whirlpool Duet combo series allows clothes to become both clean and dry in a much greater manner. It determines load, heat and moisture, operates automatic fabric softener and checks when detergent dispensing technologies come online.

End-users enjoy the many features of these washers and dryers such as temperature selections, high-end max spin speed for through water removal, and optional features such as the duet work surface.

Weakness

The greatest negative aspect of the Whirlpool Duet washer and dryer combo, according to experts, is that customer service from Whirlpool is inefficient. Consumers tend to see problems in less technical areas. For instance, it is a little harder for shorter owners to reach the dryer controls of the full-size stackable washer dryer units due to them being over six feet tall.

The complaints many customers have in regards to the Whirlpool washer dryer combo are varied. A common complaint cites quick mold and mildew growth due to water or moisture being trapped in the door guard. Some customers have asked for a recall on specific easily broken parts.

How Whirlpool Duet Series Compare to Competitors?

In comparison the Whirlpool Duet washer and dryer system is considered better than many other appliances on the market. Many of their front loading machines use 30% less water than the closest competition, for instance.

Whirlpool Duet also requires less bleach and fabric softener for cleaning clothes due to its proprietary direct inject technologies. Given the intricate nature of the technology in these appliances they can break down easily, however.

Recommended Whirlpool Duet Washer Dryers

There are many popular models in the Duet series. One of the most popular is Whirlpool Thin Twin Laundry Center 24". This compact washer dryer combination comes with many interesting features. The washer is designed with five automated drying and washing cycles. It has a 1.5 cubic feet capacity and a gentle wash system. The dryer is a 3.4 cu. feet design with five automated cycles of its own.

Pros: This washer takes up little room and is quite affordable. It is efficient and does not damage the clothes being cleaned.

Cons: A large household will require a larger laundry center to wash a heavy load as no amount of energy star rating will save electricity if the machine needs to be used multiple times.

How to Properly Move a Whirlpool Duet Washer and Dryer?

There has been some consideration whether it is safe to move the combo unit with pedestals on. Some people claim the washer and dryer pedestals, if used, must be removed before moving the machine. It is generally safer for the machine if the owner does such.

However, a careful mover can relocate the machine safely with the pedestal attached. The choice comes down to whether you want to move it quickly or safely.

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