Dryers Comparison

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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.

Whirlpool WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW use gas burner to create heat and they require a gas line hookup in your laundry room. This type of dryers turns out to be more cost-efficient during further usage. It dries clothes more quickly and it dissipates heat faster, so reducing the risk of wrinkling.

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

Whirlpool WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW with 7.4 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 WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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

WGD97HEXW 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 WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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 WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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

Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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 WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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

Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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 WGD5500XW 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 WGD5500XW and Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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

Whirlpool WGD97HEXW 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.