LG WashTower stacked laundry centre review
A washer and vented electric dryer in one 27-inch column, and the clearance figure that decides whether it fits.
An integrated front load washer and vented electric dryer in a single 27-inch wide column, ENERGY STAR certified with sensor drying and Wi-Fi.
Check price on AmazonSpecifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Washer capacity | 4.5 cu ft front load |
| Dryer | Vented electric, fully automatic with sensor drying |
| Width | 27 inches, single unit |
| Depth with door open | 55 inches |
| Efficiency | ENERGY STAR certified |
| Cycles | Multiple wash and dry cycles with preset programs |
| Connectivity | Built-in Wi-Fi with remote monitoring, cycle control and diagnostics through LG ThinQ |
Specifications above come from LG's published specifications. Treat pricing as approximate, since Amazon pricing moves.
What it does well
- One 27-inch column with a single control panel in the middle is a genuinely better design than stacking two separate machines, because you are not reaching over your head to set the dryer.
- Fifty five inches of depth with the door open is published, which is more than most manufacturers give you and it is the number people most need.
- Sensor drying stops the dryer when clothes are dry rather than when a timer expires, which is where most of the energy saving in a modern dryer comes from.
- ENERGY STAR certification with a published annual consumption figure lets you compare running cost properly rather than guessing.
- Remote diagnostics through the app is one of the few smart appliance features that earns its place, because it can save a service call.
Where it falls short
- It is one machine. If the washer fails, the whole unit is in for service, and you cannot replace half of it. Two separate stacked machines let you replace one at a time.
- Fifty five inches of depth with the door open is a lot. A standard hallway closet often cannot accommodate that plus a person, so measure the swing before ordering.
- It is a vented electric dryer, which means it needs a vent run to outside and a suitable electric supply. In the United States, an electric dryer typically requires a dedicated 240 volt circuit and outlet. Confirm what your laundry space actually has, and use a qualified electrician if it needs changing.
- Four and a half cubic feet is a normal capacity rather than a large one. A big household washing bedding will find it a compromise.
- Front load washers need their door left ajar and their gasket wiped, or they develop odour. That is a maintenance habit rather than a defect, and it catches people moving from a top loader.
What owners report
Owner reports on WashTower units consistently praise the single control panel and the space saving, and the recurring concern across all integrated laundry centres is exactly the structural one: everything is one appliance, so one failure takes out both functions. LG's ThinQ diagnostics get mentioned positively more often than most appliance apps.
Our best washer and dryer guide covers the category, including whether an integrated centre or a stacked pair suits your space, and the answer usually comes down to whether you can service and replace them independently.
Before buying any large appliance, run our cost per use calculator and factor in the ENERGY STAR running cost. Over a ten year life, the difference between an efficient machine and an inefficient one is a meaningful part of the purchase price.
Who it suits
- Laundry closets and apartments where 27 inches is the available width.
- Anyone tired of reaching over a washer to a stacked dryer's controls.
- Households replacing both machines at once, where an integrated unit makes sense.
Who should skip it
- Spaces without 55 inches of depth for the open door plus a person.
- Anyone who wants to replace or service the washer and dryer independently.
- Homes without a vent run and the correct electric supply for a vented electric dryer.
Alternatives worth considering
Listed as a comparison of priorities rather than of products. At the same price, a robotic pool cleaner removes a weekly chore entirely, which is worth thinking about if the current laundry pair still works.
Check price on AmazonAlso a large appliance that occupies a room and needs a delivery plan. If the laundry closet is fine and the spare room is empty, the money may be better spent there.
Check price on AmazonListed again to make the point: the 27 inch width and the 55 inch open-door depth are the two numbers that decide this purchase, and they are worth measuring twice before you order.
Check price on AmazonCommon questions
Will it fit in my laundry closet?
It is 27 inches wide, which is standard, and 55 inches deep with the washer door fully open, which is not. That second figure is what catches people: a closet with a door, or a narrow hallway in front, may not allow the washer door to open fully with someone standing there. Measure the swing, not just the footprint.
What electrical and venting does it need?
It is a vented electric dryer, so it needs a duct run to outside and a suitable electric supply. In the United States, electric dryers typically require a dedicated 240 volt circuit and a matching outlet. Check what your laundry space has and use a qualified electrician if anything needs changing.
What happens if one half breaks?
The whole unit goes in for service, because it is a single appliance rather than two stacked machines. That is the structural trade for the integrated control panel and the space saving. If the ability to replace one machine independently matters to you, buy a stacked pair instead.
Is 4.5 cubic feet enough?
For most households, yes. It handles normal loads comfortably and a king size comforter is where you will feel the limit. Larger capacity machines exist and they are generally wider or deeper, which is exactly what a laundry closet does not have.
Do front load washers smell?
They can, if the door is kept shut and the gasket is not wiped. Leaving the door ajar between loads and drying the rubber seal prevents it almost entirely. It is a habit rather than a fault, and it is the most common complaint from people moving from a top loading machine.
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This review draws on published specifications, manufacturer figures and the consensus of verified owner reviews. We have not tested this product ourselves, and we say so rather than implying otherwise. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.