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LG 5.5 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with EasyUnload
3.7 out of 5 stars
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Feb 15, 2026
Bob Elders
1 out of 5 stars review

PIECE OF GARBAGE

Garbage! Both top door hinges broke off within 15 months. Leaves clothes dirty and soaking wet. Have to run multiple cycles to remove dirt fom clothes. DO NOT PURCHASE!

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reply from LG

Hello, Bob. Thanks for sharing your experience with your LG washer. The way you described the broken hinges, the wash results, and needing multiple cycles really helps us understand how the unit has been performing for you. Your feedback about the cleaning performance and spin results gives us important insight into what you’re seeing during daily use. To allow us to properly investigate the details of your specific product model and to see how we can assist with your LG washer issue being encountered, please send us an email at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com if you need further assistance. You can also refer to this helpful link for guidance on LG washer operation and support: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-top-load-washer-cycles-and-options--1436976925348TWW ^James

Oct 31, 2025
LG Impaller
2 out of 5 stars review

Don't waste good money!

Washing a small load may be okay but, medium to large loads frequently become imbalanced with super limited water input...worst machine I've ever purchased. Try at your own risk! THE LG I HAD BEFORE WAS MUCH BETTER!

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Hi there — thank you for sharing your experience with the WT8400CW. We want your washer to deliver smooth, balanced cycles every time. For medium to large loads, try using the “Deep Fill” option to increase water levels and help reduce imbalance. Also, be sure to load items evenly around the tub and avoid mixing heavy and light fabrics. For step-by-step troubleshooting, visit: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/-lg-front-load-washing-machine-error-code-ue-imbalance-error-is-displayed-CT10000010-20154629490038 If the issue continues, please email us at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com so we can assist further. – LG Digital Care Team ^Rich

Oct 6, 2025
Helen68
2 out of 5 stars review

DONT HAVE SOAK OPTION

there is not a soak cycle. if you try to open or stop the washer , it will drain the water, older washers have this feature. I can believe LG did not that about that.

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Hi there, Helen! We appreciate you letting us know about your LG washer experience. This LG washer does have a soak option within a cycle, which would be for heavy-duty. You can find this information on the LG washer manual: "When washing large loads, there will be brief periods of 2 minutes or more without agitation. These soak periods are part of the cycle’s design." Just click here for more info: https://www.lg.com/us/support/product/lg-WT8400CW.AEWETUS. Let us know if you have any other questions on social media as a DM @LGUSSupport. We're always here to help! ~Kimmy

Jun 11, 2025
Cycle customization
1 out of 5 stars review

Can't customize any cycles and save as permanent

Purchased unit. After received, found that "Normal" cycle always defaults to HOT water. Looked for a way to program the cycle to permanently accept COLD water for the "Normal" cycle and you cannot do it! Also, if you want to use the THinQ app and change to cold, it will not allow you to change settings for preset cycles, you can only change at the machine directly and only for that one wash. This is the dumbest thing I have ever seen. Most current articles tell you not to use HOT for washing, yet this machine default to HOT for the "normal" cycle. I have to change it manually at the machine every time and it is not possible to use the app because the app rejects any changes to present cycles. I may have to return it.

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Hi there. Thank you for sharing your experience with your LG washer. Your feedback on the ThinQ app is essential for us so we can help improve it. The washer WT8400CW has no default water temperature setting for all cycles. Instead, it uses a default temperature setting for each individual cycle. You can adjust the water temperature manually on the washer's control panel for each cycle. Check out these water cycles here: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-top-load-washer-cycles-and-options--1436976925348. For more feedback or questions, private message us on social media @LGUSSupport . We're always ready to help. ^David

Aug 4, 2025
Dee425
2 out of 5 stars review

I am not very happy with this machine.

I have been very disappointed with the over all performance of this washer. The bottom agitator doesn't not move the clothes enough to get them very clean. I did not realize that the machine would not have a soak cycle which I use quite often for pet laundry. Also, this machine does not handle pet fur, or any kind of lint very well. I wish I could have my old "stupid" washing machine back.

Review from lg.com
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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Thank you for contacting us and providing your feedback. We value the time you've taken to share your experience, and we want to ensure that you achieve optimal performance from your washer. We have noted your comments regarding the cleaning effectiveness and wash action. An agitator washer cleans clothes by moving them back and forth in a manner that simulates hand-washing. In high-efficiency top-load models, the "bottom agitator" functions as a wash plate that employs a series of rapid, short spins to circulate clothes through the water. This design aims to be gentler on your garments while still delivering a thorough clean. To enhance your cleaning, particularly for pet laundry, we suggest utilizing the Deep Wash cycle, which ensures a higher water level and improved saturation. Although your model may not have a specific soak cycle, you can often achieve a similar effect by pressing the Pause button once the water has filled, allowing the laundry to soak for an extended duration before resuming the cycle. Just be careful not to overload the machine to enable the agitators to work effectively. We are here to assist you in maximizing the use of your machine. For more detailed troubleshooting steps, please send us a direct message on social media at @LGUSSupport, including your washer's model and serial number. We are dedicated to your satisfaction and ready to help. ^ Diego

Jul 7, 2025
ktfd
2 out of 5 stars review

Can't read the dim control panel, washes well thou

Same comments as the drier that we bought with this washer. Good performance, terrible control panel, simply CAN'T READ THE ENTIRE PANEL IT'S JUST TOO DIM. Washer seems to work well but we have added lighting, removed lighting, no results it's just too dim. We are now having lables printed to stick on the DIM LETTERS on the non functional panel.

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reply from LG Digital Care Team - Diego

Hey there! We're here to ensure your LG washer provides excellent performance with clear controls. We understand your washer washes well, but you're finding the control panel too dim, making cycle selection difficult. We truly want to help resolve this. Please send us a direct message @LGUSSupport with your washer's model number, serial number, and original purchase date. We look forward to helping you! ^ Diego

Jul 12, 2025
sue500
1 out of 5 stars review

No

I bought this a few days ago. As someone else posted: When you set the washer to NORMAL, the default settings are WRONG. When you set it to QUICK Wash, the default settings are WRONG. The user manual indicates what they should be but that is not what happens. It defaults to SUPER HOT and HIGH SPIN for most of the DEFAULTS. Sure.. you can modify them but why have a cycle setting if you have modify it EVERY TIME. I am in agreement here with this reviewer. I don't want to return my machine, but I will. So frustrating!!

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reply from LG Digital Care Team

Thank you for sharing your experience, that’s certainly not the ease-of-use we aim to deliver, and we’d love to help review your settings or explore if a software update might help. Reach us through social media @LGUSSUpport, we'd love to provide one on one assistance! ^Jose

Apr 27, 2026
Anonymous
1 out of 5 stars review

Broke down before a year and unable to get clear answers from the VP DEPARTMENT

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reply from LG

Hello, Ligia.Thank you for sharing what happened with your LG Washer. We appreciate you letting us know that the product stopped working within a year. Your feedback helps us understand what you’ve experienced with your specific LG model, and we want to take a closer look at this for you. To allow us to properly investigate the details of your specific product model and to see how we can assist with your issue being encountered, please send us an email at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com if you need further assistance. You can also refer to this helpful link for guidance on any specific issue you're encountering: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library ^James

Sep 25, 2024
Anonymous
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Very pleased

We're very pleased with our washer so far. It's very easy to use and does a good job.

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reply from LG CareQ

Dear Customer, Thanks for the awesome review about our product. We're so pleased to know it's working just as it should and that you're enjoying it so much! As we promised, we strive to developed and understand our customer needs and exceed their expectations.

Jan 29, 2025
Tgg1
5 out of 5 stars review

Love the capacity and very satisfied with them.

I bought the LG for the large capacity. The only thing i do not like is i cannot see where the on off and start “icons” are on the glass screen.

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reply from LG Digital Team

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you love the large capacity of your top load washer—it's one of the best features! We totally get how important it is to easily locate the on/off and start icons, and we’ll pass that feedback along to our team for future improvements. We’re always working to make your experience even better. Thanks again for choosing LG, and if you ever have any questions or need assistance, we’re here for you! 💙 ^Anthony