Dryers Comparison

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Whirlpool WED5700XL		GE GFDS355ELMS

General Features

Dryers are divided into two categories, depending on the source of heat that they use during the operation. There are gas and electric units.

Electric dryers Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS are affordable and easy to install. This type of appliances has a simpler mechanics and it is much easier to troubleshoot or repair. Besides electric models dry clothes more gentler, so preserving the primary look for longer time.

Clothes dryers have a wide capacity range and they come in compact, full-size and commercial designs.

Whirlpool WED5700XL with 7.4 cu. ft. capacity and GE GFDS355ELMS with 7.5 cu. ft. capacity are full-size models (the category`s capacity ranges from 5.5 to 8 cu. ft.) that can easily accommodate large clothes items, like comforters or sleeping bags. They will definitely meet the needs of large families.

Depending on the type of the load, clothes dryers can be divided into top-load and front-load.

Front-load Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS are energy-efficient, powerful and economical. This type of dryers treats your clothes gentler, preserving their primary look for a longer period of time, and still consumes less energy, during the operation.

Technical Details

GFDS355ELMS features a reversible door what means that the opening direction of the door can be easily changed with the help of a screwdriver. This feature provides you with more opportunities and allows to place a dryer on either side of the washer.

Clothes dryers are available in vented and ventless (condenser) types.

Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS belong to a vented type and they will be a beneficial solution for private house owners. This type of appliances is more energy-efficient, but it should be installed near a window or wall, which may not be possible, if you live in a flat.

Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS come with leveling legs, so the height of dryers can be adjusted according to your needs, especially if you are going to build the units in. They are also beneficial for uneven floor.

Cycle Features

GE GFDS355ELMS includes a Steam Cycle that will be beneficial for busy people, families with small kids or pets. Due to the usage of high temperatures this feature eliminates odors and different types of bacteria from your clothes. Steam also penetrates and moistens your outerwear, making it softer, reducing wrinkles and static.

Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS include a Sensor Dry option that helps to save time, energy and further costs. Inbuilt sensors define the moisture level of clothes and stop the cycle automatically, when they are dry.

Controls

GE GFDS355ELMS features a front control panel that will be a beneficial solution if you are going to build the unit in or if you are going to place it over the washer. Besides such panel location is better for people with disabilities (according to ADA standards).

Whirlpool WED5700XL with rear control panel is convenient, easily accessible and user-friendly. You don`t need to bend over each time you check or change the settings.

General Features

Tumble dryers differ by type of usage and there are: residential and commercial models.

Whirlpool WED5700XL and GE GFDS355ELMS refer to the residential type, what means that they are specially designed to fully meet the needs and requirements of modern customers. This type of dryers is convenient, functional, well-designed and easy-to-use.

Other Features

GE GFDS355ELMS is stackable, what means that it can be easily placed on the top of the washer, with the help of a stacking kit. This type of installation will help you to save space and make your laundry room look well-arranged and modern. But note that in order to make a laudry set, both appliances (washer and dryer) should be stackable.

GE GFDS355ELMS comes with a dry rack that will be a useful addition for people, who want to dry such items, like pillows, sweaters or sneakers. This accessory will help to preserve the primary look of your clothes for a longer period of time, providing a gentle dry, without tumbling.

GE GFDS355ELMS is ADA compliant and it meets all the requirements and standards of Americans with Disabilities Act (1990). According to this law dryers should be front-load; the controls should be located at an accessible height (max. 48” and min. 15”); the controls must be operable with one hand and the required force shouldn`t be more, than 5 lbf.