There are two large buttons on the washer: one to power it on and off and one to start/pause your cycle. We tested the washer’s manual operation and cleaning performance. With two young kids, any time saved is a bonus. You can also link the ThinQ app with your Amazon account to automatically reorder detergent or dryer sheets when you need them. My machine is too new to thoroughly test this feature's extent (a good thing), but I love that this feature may save me money or prevent me from calling an LG service agent. The Smart Diagnosis program scans your washer to catch and troubleshoot problems. You can buy specific tub cleaning products for this cycle, but I just used liquid bleach, which you load into the regular bleach compartment in the detergent drawer.Īnother smart, maintenance-related feature I liked was LG’s Smart Diagnosis. The Tub Clean cycle is a maintenance cleaning cycle that keeps your washer running smoother longer and helps minimize odors and detergent residue buildup. You can also monitor the energy you’re using per month with each cycle and see how many cycles you have left before you need a Tub Clean cycle. I downloaded programs specifically for kid’s clothes, small loads, and blankets I used them often. I liked that I could use the app to download new cycle programs that aren’t an option on the washer. The delivery, installation, and removal took about an hour. A team from Best Buy came and installed the washer (and dryer) and hauled away our old washer and dryer. This particular LG set has the option to be stacked-a great way to save space. The look of this washer elevates the look of my otherwise basic laundry room.īased on our laundry room's size and layout, I decided to set up my new washer and dryer side by side. Unfortunately, I didn’t use remote start as often as I thought I would because the machine needs to be on to control it with the app. You’ll need Wi-Fi in your home to take advantage of the app and all its features.įrom within the app, you can choose the cycle you want to run, start and stop your load, and receive notifications when the cycle is complete. ![]() After installing the user-friendly app, pairing the washer was as easy as following the prompts. I was excited about having an app to control my washer. While I chose white, both the washer and dryer are also available in a darker steel gray/black color.īefore getting started on my ever-growing laundry pile, I downloaded and paired my new washer with the LG ThinQ App on my smartphone. The look of this washer elevates the look of my otherwise basic laundry room. The machine is a shiny white color with black and silver accents. In terms of aesthetics, the washer has a tempered glass door. Did this high priced LG front load washer live up to its reputation as one of the best you can buy? Keep reading to find out. To put it to the test, I used it daily for a month and tried all the built-in settings, bells, and whistles. ![]()
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