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Customer reviews for LG 5.3 cu. ft. Top Load Washer for
LG 5.3 cu. ft. Top Load Washer
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Nov 24, 2025
Reviewer name: TPVP
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Works well but softener dispenser clogs

Washer works well. It is reasonably quiet and has low vibration levels. Overall capacity is good, especially compared to our previous 20+ year-old washer. This is considered a high-efficiency washer, so you have to get used to the lesser amount of water it uses compared to older machines. The primary negative is the fabric softener dispenser clogs with the softener residue quite frequently. We have to remove and clean the dispenser tray after every 10 loads or so. It is a simple task, but really shouldn't be necessary that frequently.

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Hi there, thank you for sharing your experience with the LG WT8405CW washer. It’s great to hear the quiet performance, low vibration, and spacious capacity have been a strong upgrade from your older machine. For the softener dispenser, we recommend diluting fabric softener with a little water before adding it, and rinsing the tray regularly to reduce residue buildup. You can find detailed steps here: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-washer-dispenser-maintenance--1374595637527. If the issue continues, please email lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com for further support. #LifesGood ❤️ LG Digital Care Team ^Rich

Nov 27, 2025
Reviewer name: Radioguy76
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Works well when you "fake it out"

I was drug kicking and screaming to this new washing machine after my 2008 direct drive Whirpool was making so much racket on the spin cycle it shook the house. I believed that any new washer would be inferior to that old classic, and I was right up to a point. The new washer takes longer to wash clothes but does get them clean enough when I take the proper precautions. Basically, when I load the machine I evenly spread out the clothes in the basket and then dump a 3 gallon bucket of water on them. Since there is no manual water setting, I have to "fake out" the weighing sensors to make them believe there is more clothes than are really there so I get enough water to go over the pile. I do this in conjunction with the deep fill setting and it does work great. I tried using AI Wash before trying this method and the results were disapointing. The upshot to this washer is that it does more effectively rinse out the clothes since they smell less like Tide than they did with the old washer. This model is good enough by modern washer standards, and that's really all you can expect.

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reply from LG

Hi. Thank you for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate hearing about your journey from your previous brand to your new LG washer. It’s great to know that while the longer cycles take some adjustment, the deep fill setting and your method help achieve clean results, and that the rinse performance leaves clothes fresher with less detergent residue compared to your previous washer. Your insights about the weighing sensors and AI Wash are very valuable. For more feedback or questions, please send us an email at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com. Thanks for choosing LG! #LifesGood ^James

Dec 9, 2025
Reviewer name: Lisa
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

LG Washer

We purchased the washer and dryer in December 2024 and it arrived in January 2025. The washer worked fine initially then after a month it hasn't worked correctly. The washer does not fill with a sufficient volume of water, even when you choose another option. I haven't had the time to call the manufacturer for repair or replacement, but I plan too.

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Dec 16, 2025
Reviewer name: Hdgirl
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

LG washer

Doesn’t wash as well as I expected and the water level is very low unless you choose fill drum

Review from lg.com/ca
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reply from LG CareQ

Thank you for your feedback regarding your LG WT8405CB washer. We understand it can be frustrating when the water levels or wash performance do not meet your expectations. As a High-Efficiency (HE) model, this washer is designed to use significantly less water by utilizing AI Sensing to detect the weight and fabric type of each load, often resulting in water levels that do not fully submerge all items. If you prefer more water or feel the cleaning performance is lacking, please try the following: Deep Fill Option: Pressing the Deep Fill button once adds extra water to most cycles. To achieve a maximum water level, press and hold the Deep Fill button for 3 seconds. Cycle Selection: For bulky items like towels or jeans, consider using the Deep Wash or Bedding cycles, which are specifically programmed to use higher water levels. Troubleshooting: If the water level seems unusually low (e.g., clothes remain dry), please ensure your water inlet filters are not clogged and that the water supply valves are fully open. For further assistance or to walk through these settings together, you can reach our team at 1-888-542-2623.

Nov 8, 2024
Reviewer name: Walker
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Cleans clothes well

Works very well, far better than the topload without agitator that we had previously. The ability to fill the tub just like in the old days is much appreciated.

Review from lg.com/ca
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reply from LG CareQ

Dear Customer, Hi, we do appreciate for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback is important to us. We're so pleased that the product meet your needs and expectation. Once again, thank you for choosing LG. We'll continue striving to provide exceptional products and services.

Jul 3, 2026
Reviewer name: Anonymous
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Washes the clothes best

Love this washer but it doesn't have a gentle cycle.

Review from lg.com
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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Hi Deni! Thanks for sharing your thoughts — always great hearing the washer is giving you the clean you’re looking for. We’ll pass along your note about wanting a gentler cycle to our product team so they can keep refining future designs. If you ever need anything in the future, @LGUSSupport is here for you. #LifesGood ❤️ ‑Rich

Aug 30, 2025
Reviewer name: Jacques
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Happy with a hic.

Instructions on how to use the command panel were missing in the manual. Had to get it on the internet. Othewise good machine.

Review from lg.com/ca
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reply from LG CareQ

Thank you for your feedback on the LG WT8405CB. We’re glad to hear that you’re happy with the machine overall! We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the missing instructions for the command panel in the manual. Your input is valuable, and we’ll share it with our team to help improve future manuals. If you ever need any assistance or have questions, please feel free to reach out to our LG CareQ Team at 1-888-542-2623—we’re here to help! Thank you for choosing LG.

Nov 27, 2025
Reviewer name: SCo25
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

works great!

I've had this washer for a couple of months now. It has worked perfectly. The dryer is wonderful as well!! So much quieter than what I had,

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reply from LG

Hello. Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your LG Washer and Dryer. We’re delighted to hear that both appliances have worked perfectly and that the significantly quieter operation has impressed you. It’s wonderful to know that the performance has made such a positive difference for you. For more feedback or questions, please send us an email at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com. Thanks for choosing LG! #LifesGood ^James

Jul 1, 2026
Reviewer name: Steve Lebo
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Poor plastic upper housing quality. Lid broke off

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reply from LG

Hi, Steve. We appreciate you sharing your rating and feedback regarding your LG Washer, model WT8405CW. We always aim to utilize robust and premium materials to ensure structural integrity across all of our laundry units, and we want to ensure your appliance parts provide lasting durability for your daily home routines. To help maintain the condition of your machine components, we recommend avoiding placing heavy objects on top of the unit and ensuring the lid is always lowered gently without extra force to prevent unnecessary strain on the structural attachments. We want to help ensure your laundry setup operates perfectly and comfortably for your household. Please send us an email at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com if you need further support. ^James

Apr 12, 2025
Reviewer name: mister_fisher
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Overall good washing with a couple of annoyances

We've had this washer for about 3 months. Overall it performs well. The controls are easy enough to understand although it took a number of tries to settle on our preferred cycles and settings to avoid not wasting a lot of water. The Wash performance is good. 2 negatives observed so far. One, are the syphons in the detergent and softener dispensers. They don't work. Typically, one or both dispensers are full of water at the end of a wash. I've read the LG support info on this topic and followed their suggestions. The syphons just don't drain. LG claim this is caused by build up of detergent or softener. I've cleaned the dispenser tray and this doesn't help. We've never even used softener and that tray doesn't drain either, so it can't be residue build up. The work around is not a big deal, but this is really stupid on LG's part for such a simple thing. They really should redesign these syphons and provide replacement parts. The second issue is with the "downloadable" cycles (eg delicate cycle). This is really poorly done and it's a real pain to find these. I'm glad we don't really need this functionality.

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Thanks for your feedback, Fisher! We appreciate you sharing your experience with us regarding your LG washer. We always want you to have an easy and enjoyable experience with your laundry, and we'll be sure to share your words with our teams so we can continue to improve. Our doors are always open for you if you ever need help with your washer in the future. Just send us a private message on social media at @LGUSSupport, and we'll be ready to help! *Josh