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| About - Whirlpool Cabrio WTW5500X[W] |
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The Whirlpool Cabrio WTW5500X[W] is part of the washing machine test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, top-loading washing machine models like the Cabrio WTW5500X[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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Price range:
$611.00 - $814.99
 The Ratings applied to untested model Whirlpool Cabrio WTW5550X[W] come from our tests of model Whirlpool Cabrio WTW5500X[W], which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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| About This Brand |
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As with Kenmore, Whirlpool has a number of lines: Whirlpool Duet HT, Whirlpool Duet Steam, Whirlpool Duet Sport HT, and Whirlpool Duet Sport. In the coming year, Whirlpool will be promoting and advancing the use of steam on more of its models across the line. Prices range from $800 to $1,600. Whirlpool washers are known for the wide range of model choices and the variety of features on those machines. |
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| Features & Specs - Whirlpool Cabrio WTW5500X[W] | |
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Energy star |
Yes |
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Stainless-steel tub |
Yes |
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Auto temp. control |
Yes |
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Auto bleach dispenser |
No |
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Consumer Reports User Reviews
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Problems after three months
5/18/2013
Pros
Adjustable Settings
Energy Efficient
High Efficiency
High Tech Looking
Large Capacity
Stylish
Cons
Breaks Down
Long Cycle
Noisy
Shakes/Moves
Sounds like airplane
Sounds Like Explosion
Tears clothes
Twists clothes together
Best Uses
Everyday Clothes
Towels
Comment:
We used the product for about six loads of laundry a week. After about three months the machine started making sounds like a plane taking off and explosive popping sounds at certain points in the cycle. Because it continued to wash clothes, we kept using it. It was a major ordeal to get at the machine for repairs so we just hoped it would keep doing as it was supposed to. Today after less than three years, it stopped. Very expensive machine for such a short amount of use.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Hate this Cabrio washer
5/8/2013
Pros
Cons
Breaks Down
Leaky
Noisy
Shakes/Moves
Twists The Laundry
Best Uses
Comment:
This machine is now 6 Years old and has needed major repairs 4 times. The gears in the washer twice, the tub cracked , the mother board failed, and now it is leaking somewhere. This Cabrio will twist clothing together and has literally ripped a hole in my towels. I have tries loading it to whirlpool specifications and lowering the spin speed. Nothing really helps... Hate this washer. My last washer was a Maytag.... It lasted 22 years with ONE repair.... I believe we paid about a thousand dollars for this washer. That was about 975 dollars to much
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Save your money
4/16/2013
Pros
Energy Efficient
Cons
Breaks Down
Doesn't Clean Effectively
Noisy
Shakes/Moves
Best Uses
Comment:
there is nothing that I can say good about this washing machine. Anything that is white is now gray; clothes become tangled 99% of the time; and I do mean tangled to the point that they are difficult to untangle. Sheets get unbalanced --- blankets or just about anything you wash. You can not leave the house and let it run. And it is not like it happens occasionally, it is all the time. I would love to return it for a different washer --- tried and was not allowed to.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
User has 15 Days of experience with this product
A nightmare
11/27/2010
Strength
none
Weakness
Leave clothes dripping wet. Does not clean clothes.
I bought this machine in September 2010. This washer DOES NOT get your clothes clean. The poor spinning / draining action will not allow the water to properly drain from clothes. It will not complete a cycle or will not work on all the cycles. When I removed the clothes from this machine they will just drip all over the floor and I ended up soaking wet. I would not recommend this washer to anybody. Needless to say, I returned it and bought a new washer.
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