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Washing Machines Buying Guide
Our buying guide will explain which type of washing machine would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.
KimbaBrisbane
- 7 reviews
- 2 likes
Amazing to start with
I’ve had this washer for about 3yrs now and usually I tend to get a new washer every 5 to 6 years but I’m definitely now looking.... to start it was a dream washed clothes amazingly never had any problems. But after about 2 years it’s just done a 180 and has decided to not wash properly I’ve called everywhere to see that maybe it needs a service and nope that’s not it I have been told by the last guy that it’s the most well looked after washing machine his seen and he said that this washer hasn’t had the best rap.... I’m a lover of all LG produ...Read more
cts and have a fridge, tv, surround sound etc all lg and never have had problems with them as much as I’ve had with this... so definitely looking for a new washer now..... it would be fantastic for someone that needed a well priced washer to get things done for a few years while they save for a better one.... I am looking forward to getting a lg front loader as family and friends have lg front loaders and never have had any problems and I use my mums one quite a bit now for more delicate stuff as I can’t in mine now it just tears them apart and I love hers and she’s had it longer than I’ve had my top loader I’m reviewing. Lg is an amazing product but just not this item after a while.Purchased in February 2021 at JB Hi-Fi for $950.00.
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Lynn W.South East Queensland, QLD
- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
Worst washing machine ever. No Service from LG.
I do 2 washes a week on average; for one person (me!). One load with bed sheets, 1 towel and hand towel and floor mat, the other is office/gym clothes that are not really soiled but some black work pants/skirts. Rarely do I have a wash that I don't have to remove lint. I have one short-haired cat that does not shed much fur. Not dogs, no excessively fluffy clothes!! White sheets can come out with brown lint stains over them, meaning I have to put them through a cycle again. I pay for water where I live so this is not economical. The wash cycle ...Read more
I choose is the default wash not the quick cycle as at least this default cycle spins the clothes to be dryer. But it takes quite a long time. I am totally dissatisfied with this machine. Most major parts have been replaced due to faults in the operating when it was barely 1 year old. Mostly the OE error. Finding the lint filter is a nightmare. The machine can end up with an OE error and an incomplete wash cycle and you can't do a thing about it. Manually rinse and wring out the clothes!!!. I read this OE is the filter is clogged but every time a technician has been out, it is "clean as a whistle". So they replaced the motherboard. Next time the struts needed replacing, something the LG technician said happens on a machine nearly 10 years, not 2 years old. Recently it flooded and the OE error again. Incomplete wash and 6 towels to mop up the laundry and dining room inundation. Thank god I have tiles. Technician from LG, who was quite rude to me, said he "could not replicate the error but would replace the pump". Yesterday the spin function stopped working. Another OE error. More hand wringing. All the time I am asking for a refund because this product does not meet consumer expectations that it should wash your clothes and not keep failing. I have been told I have to use the 3 hours of super-heated water Tub Clean cycle (more water and electricity usage) once a month and put vinegar in the water to "break down the lint", and use de-scaler product to "break down the lint", and put the liquid OMO (the highest rated product) into a cup of hot water before using it to reduce lint. 10 years with a Fisher and Paykel and never had to do any of those things. I have NEVER used fabric softener. But what if people choose to? LG don't recommend it as it encourages lint. The LG support centre refuses to give me a contact for LG Australia to communicate with. I have been told "if it can be fixed, it won't be replaced". Every time I call LG with a problem, they tell me "but madam, you have only called us once before" so they do not keep a track of all the times this machine has failed. I have had to ask them to consolidate all call records. So I have an 8.5kg machine with very little demand on it's fundamental design (to wash clothes) and it fails my expectations. It is only just 3 years old. I see LG not backing up their reputation by authorising a refund on what is very obviously the worst washing machine I have ever used (and many others after reading this web site). I am going back to F&P or Simpson. In short, LG needs to step up and look after customers. Very, very disappointed.Purchased in December 2021 for $835.00.
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Damien
- 2 reviews
Machine leak Water
I bought the LG 8.5 kg Top Loader washing machine, I had problems with the machine leaking water after the washing cycle is finished the machine keeps leaking water inside the drum, the inlet valve needs replacing it only lasted 2.5 years.
I'm really disappointed with LG Washing machines and don't recommend it for anyone.
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BazzBundaberg
- 2 reviews
- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
Disappointing bit of junk
Negatives are just too numerous. VERY LONG wash cycles, no manual programming for shorter cycles. Power outage means one hell of a headache to resume/finish that cycle, twists and tangles everything throwing it out of balance and no safety out of balance stop. No soft close lid anymore just slams shut, very noisy and rattly.
Controls at front never have been a good idea on any appliance.
Never had an LG anything before this and an LG fridge bought at same time.(also crap) and will not ever have anything LG again.
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Disappointed
I bought a LG top loader as my daughter had one for over ten years and it was brilliant. This machine regularly doesn’t allow hot water in. Repair man said it was because our hot water was too hot or pressure too great!! Suggested we purchase a hot water regulator
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travellerBrisbane
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
FABULOUS MACHINE
Bought my washing machine based on the fact it has no agatater which allows for easy loading of clothes & less creasing on completion of wash . I have done a queen size Dooner in it with very good results . so happy I made this wise purchase, & would recommend it to all my friends
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AlanaMelbourne
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Great top loader
We purchased this as I didn’t want a front loader and so far so good.
I find there is a lot of washing options which is great and it takes loads of clothes. The only thing I would say is that it is a touch louder than a front loader but only marginally.
So far very happy
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RuthMelbourne
- 6 reviews
Love it
I was a bit sceptical when I was about to purchase this as I just had a LG issue with a purchase - a different company prior to that. Now, I am loving it as I was previously using the old model of the same product which just got broken - have lasted for a long time though.
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BundyPort Macquarie
- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
Lint lint and more lint
Bought this machine 2 January this year and am nothing but problems with lint deposited on everything.
I can wash say towels one day, and even 3 washes later, lint from towels is deposited on my clothes.
LG want me to pay to have a tech come out and inspect the machine and if it is faulty, they will give me a remedy.
I refused - told them that if there was no manufacturing defect, then it proves the machine is crap - and I will take it back to the store and say it's not fit for purpose and get a refund.
This may turn out to be a long process, but judging from comments here, I'm not alone with a lint problem so it's an issue and LG would be aware of it.
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- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
LG WTG8532WH
As per Zoso I also called to have my machine's glass lid fixed under warranty and was told I had misused the washer. I called Consumer Affairs who said the words 'safe' and 'durable'. Their glass lids are clearly not durable!. I will continue my demand for a free replacement. I rated this company policy as 'terrible' but the machine itself is in my opinion excellent.
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Reena
- 3 reviews
- 3 likes
This is the worst washing machine I have ever had!!
I have had MANY washing machines over my life- this is the most expensive and the WORST!
-- Does NOT wash cleanly, leaves lint all over clothes, does NOT go through spin cycle,- off balance! NO short- quick cycle. 55 mins, and only allows low water level. Disgraceful!! Also- bowl too deep for normal people!
AND- twists clothes up- I cannot afford another machine- I am stuck with this!!
it does not allow for manual override of settings, so there is NO control of this machine.
I have to stay close by to watch - as spin cycle stops, and starts filling water again, which is not good, especially on tank water.
sometimes 1 load of washing can take 2-3 hours!! This is SO frustrating and disappointing!!!
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Sue Russell
- 3 reviews
Great Washing Machine
This machine is fantastic. Cleans clothes beautifully without tangling them. Also very quiet to run. The only issue I have is the length of the cycles. I have had an LG prior to this one and decided they are such good machines that I would purchase only LG this time.
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Caffeine addictHobart
- 2 reviews
- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
Heap of trash, not worth two bob.
Filter on bottom back of machine making it hard to get to. Even after cleaning filter clothes are still covered in fluff. When washing clothes it hardly even moves so I don’t think they are getting washed properly. Going back to a front loader. A lot easier to use and get a cleaner wash with no fluff.
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ShuSydney
- 4 reviews
Good value for money
The slow release lip function is great. It is quiet and clean. The circular hard filters are also easy to clean. It is also very gentle on the clothes by using the right cycle. However it is still a bit too small to wash the big blanket, I wish I have bought the 9.5kg model.
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HannahCharters Towers
- 3 reviews
- WTG8532WH (8.5kg)
- Verified purchase
Does the Job
I enjoy the slow release lid and the glass top.
It washes well and the circlular hard filters are easy to remove, clean and have done well catching lint.
The limit of wash choices is frustrating and the lid cannot be up whilst the water is filling which I liked from previous model.
Our appliance had damage on the side from warehouse movement which we were unaware of until opening. We live hours from the shop and therefore either party were willing to pay returns. I would reccommend more packaging inside the box to prevent damage.
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JSPPerth
- 2 reviews
- 3 likes
Worse machine!
As soon as I bought lg washing machine and got installed, 24hrs later had a phone call from lg that the particular model needs an update service.. Why? It's brand new?! They came down and said needed to be adjust cause water gage didn't work properly! It seems to be sorted then I had my first wash and realised the machine did not clean my clothes.. I had make up on my top which (is water based) it normally gets clean from my old machine but twice went through this lg machine and both times it came out still dirty. Hand wash got it out immediate...Read more
ly.. I've never hand wash until I got this lg machine. My baby had urine on the sheets and the machine did not wash it out. Hand washing again was more effective. I called up regarding the machine but got refused the warranty cause the machine is not faulty! Numerous times on call waiting from the Good guys, all of them told me to call up lg. I'm so upset spending this type of money and getting nothing in return. I'll never buy lg brand machine again ever! I'll never shop from The Good guys either! Fast to take your money but no help whatsoever.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
EmmaSydney
- 8 reviews
- 1 like
The best washer I have had yet!
I love this machine. It looks awesome and it washes so well. Very quiet and I love there is nothing in the middle of the barrel like old machines used to have so nothing gets caught and tangled. I am sure this is much gentler on your clothes too. I am impressed with the LG brand of products.
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rasheeSydney
- 4 reviews
- 2 likes
Perfect for a house of 3-4 people
The washing machine is a superb cleaner and the spin some times makes the clothes so dry that just in few hours its all ready to be kept in the wardrobe, my daughter likes the music at the end. she will walk around around the final rinse to hear it at the end . We have finally found what we needed in this master piece.
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I wish I had not bought this machine!
It does not wash properly, often lint on everything. Clothes are not clean if they end up with more lint than when they went into the wash!!
It shows an EO error that the filter needs clearing but you cant get to the filter....what is the point of that? 2nd service visit and I want to hear WHY this machine has so many problems (eg no unbalanced load error - just banging the bowl against the machine casing!. The lid inconsistently locks (it should) or not, the computer board was completey replaced at 12 months. I am very unhappy with this machine.
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MartynNewcastle
- 5 reviews
- 2 likes
Great washing machine
Purchased this washing machine online, the washing machine holds a great deal of clothes, ecsoecially as this has no agitator. The water and energy rating are reasonable and quick wash quickly and effectively. The machine washes well and operates quietly with minimum noise. I am happy with this purchase and the brand.
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Questions & Answers
Dale67asked
Hi we have the LG WTG8532WH machine, the amount of lint on our washing is ridiculous, this is the worst washing machine we have bought, we have cleaned the inlet filters and the lower drain plug filter, which is being done weekly, we do the tub clean monthly but nothing is working, we are still getting lint on our washing, the washing machine has on it filter free symbol, how do clean this washing machine out and stop the lint covering our washing, not a happy LG customer, maybe consumer affairs can help us as the washing machine isn’t performing correctly, NOT HAPPY LG IN YOUR PRODUCT
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Looks like alot of people with this 8.5kg model are reporting a lint problem. I guess it is not scrud (which is caused by soap powder build up with cold washes). Scrud can get on clothes. I always warm wash to prevent scrud. If it is lint then I guess if the machine is not working in this dept. Only way is to wash lint type items together e.g. towels and other items separately. I have had a terrible run with several LG WTG7532W (7.5kg). No lint problem but repeat DE faults on lid caused by either the magnets or hinges. No help at all from LG. call centre.. They do not care about their customers or faulty products at all.
Muhammad I.asked
I have issue with this model become Error P E
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Greg D.asked
How do I set a favourite cycle ? I've looked through the manual and lots of online sources. We have the thinq app but favourite won't open...
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