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4.5 | 68 Reviews

5.9 cu.ft Top Load Electric Dryer with AutoDry™ Drying System - White

Whirlpool WED4985EW

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Features

  • AutoDry™ Drying System
  • Wrinkle Shield™ Option more Wrinkle Shield™ Option x
  • 5.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity

Quick Specs

  • Type: Top Load Matching Electric Dryer
  • Width: 29"
  • Height: 43"
  • Depth: 26 1/2"
  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Laundry Capacity: 5.9 cu. ft.
  • High Efficiency: No
  • WiFi Connected: No

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AutoDry™ Drying System Help prevent overdrying with the AutoDry™ drying system that senses when clothes have reached the right moisture content and stops the cycle.

5.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity With a 5.9 cu. ft. capacity dryer drum, there's plenty of room to easily handle large loads and bulky items.

Features

  • AutoDry™ Drying System
  • Wrinkle Shield™ Option more Wrinkle Shield™ Option x
  • 5.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity
Controls
Automatic Temperature Controls No
Location of Controls Rear Panel
Appearance
Door Style Side Swing
Reversible Door Yes
Window No
Dimensions
Poids Brut 120 lbs
Net Weight 109 lbs
Depth 26.0 in
Height 43.0 in
Width 29.0 in
Depth With Door Open 90 Degree 49-1/4 in
Height To Top Of Cabinet 36.0 in
Description
Fuel Type Electric
Certifications
Emerging Technology Award No
Energy Star® Qualified No
Prop 65 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY - WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Configuration and Overview
Fuel Type Electric
Flat Back Yes
ADA Compliant No
UL UL
Cycles and Options
Number of Temperatures 4
Number of Dryer Cycles 14
Number of Dryness Levels 4
Cycle Time Remaining No
Lint Filter Indicator No
Ventilation System
Long Vent Yes
Maximum Vent Length 160
Venting Direction Rear Only
Details
Drum Material Powder Coat
Drying Rack No
Eco Monitor/Efficiency Monitor No
Automatic Dry Control No
Secondary Lint Filter No
Lint Screen Location Top
Moisture Sensor Yes
Steam Hose Y Connector No
Quad Baffles No
Interior Light Yes
Refinements
Features AccuDry™ Sensor Drying Technology
Electrical Requirements
Power Cord Included
Hz

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Top Load Matching Electric Dryer

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 29"
  • Height: 43"
  • Depth: 26 1/2"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Laundry Capacity: 5.9 cu. ft.
  • High Efficiency: No
  • WiFi Connected: No

4.5 out of 5

94% of reviewers recommend this product.

5 Stars

Great Dryer

rubber 11/28/2019

I bought this 3 months ago and it is working great. I love the controls as it detects how much time I need.
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4 Stars

Very flimsy cheep metal door

RoseAnne kor 11/25/2019

I bought this dryer because I needed the flat back because of size. It drys well enough but the overall quality is very cheaply made. I feel when I close the door my hand might go through the door.
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Good features

Scott6315 11/22/2019

Had my dryer for 3 weeks. So far so good. Not much more I can say at this point.
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5 Stars

Works Great

Ira1 11/18/2019

I got this machine a month ago and it works fine. It was the right size to fit in the space I had available.
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5 Stars

Good dryer

Happy 4 11/10/2019

I am extremely satisfied with my new dryer! My clothes look amazing.
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4 Stars

Makes to much noise and latch for door is cheap

Sjl42 11/1/2019

Disappointed makes to much noise and door latch is very cheap
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5 Stars

Great features

GracieD55 10/18/2019

I bought because my old ones were not working. They were the right size.
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5 Stars

Pefect size

19beck 10/14/2019

We needed to replace our old Whirlpool dryer after 16 years. The issue was space. Our washer and dryer are behind louver doors in a tiny closet. We were fortunate to find this dryer that was shorter front to back than most others. That's why we selected this model. However, having said that, it runs beautifully with many more features than our old one had. Excellent quality. Couldn't be happier with this purchase.
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4 Stars

Nice Dryer

esweitz 9/16/2019

Works beautifully. Dries loads quickly and completely. FULLsized, even a King sized comforter fits and dries completely! Only reason I gave it 4 stars is that Dryer is EXTREMELY LOUD. End of cycle buzzer is not needed because you KNOW when dryer turns off because there is quiet. Especially when you live in a one floor condo. Would probably be better in a basement. But had to get this model since I needed a model that would fit in a laundry closet with louver doors, space being very limited. That said, a very good dryer.
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4 Stars

Fine dryer

Granna1 8/27/2019

This dryer does it's job very well. Quickly,quietly. It has one annoying feature. The door takes a lot of effort to close and it is very loud when one hits it hard enough to stay closed. The door also seems flimsy.
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5 Stars

quiet

idini6 8/9/2019

I bought this a couple months ago and have been very pleased since.
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5 Stars

Good value

JustJen 8/9/2019

I bought this about a month ago , I had to purchase a specific size because of limited space! It has a smaller drum but dries clothes quickly
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5 Stars

The Best

Camry 8/2/2019

Love the whirlpool brand. The dry has a great capacity, its almost the size of a commercial dryer.
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5 Stars

controls so very efficient and it fits perfectly.

Karl93 7/19/2019

we bought it in May and are happy with its style and performance.
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5 Stars

Flat panel back fits in upstairs laundry closet

Jo D 7/17/2019

Smaller size dryer but large drum capacity. Like the cool down option as well as wrinkle shield. Economy model with enough options
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4 Stars

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Mark4956 7/12/2019

I have been using this dryer for almost a month. It is different than the previous dryer and will require a little getting use to. My dryer is a little louder than the previous one but not unbearable as mine is behind folding doors. So far I have no real complaints. It drys well in a reasonable amount of time. Disclaimer: I chose this dryer because it was the only one that would fit the space that was a brand I trust. It was more expensive than other dryers that were of larger capacity.
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5 Stars

Work perfect

Zeny 7/8/2019

My clothes are so soft and dry in such. Short time I didn't realize how bad the old machine was until I did my laundry in a whirlpool
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4 Stars

Whirlpool 5.9 cu. ft dryer

4 fatcats 5/31/2019

I like the large capacity drum it lends itself to making the efforts of doing bedding or large dry loads easier with a quicker dry time. I do wish there was a wrinkle release option without having to upgrade, for I found some items are still wadded in a ball that after drying time. I chose a basic model to avoid a lot of technology concerns during performance and to limit repairs. But I do like this dryer it fits with Whirlpool 3.8 cu. ft washer.
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5 Stars

Great Dryer

Christieg 5/22/2019

Love this dryer. It's simple and gets the job done
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5 Stars

Simple and great dryer

Glennke 5/17/2019

Love this dryer. Have always liked to purchase Whirlpool. Easy to use no bells and whistles Just a great priduct
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3 Stars

GREAT FEATURES

I NEVER USE 1 5/6/2019

I HAVE A LIMITED SPACE AND IT FIT PERFECTLY I WISH IT HAD A SPACE FOR WINKLE FREE FOR 15 MINUTES
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5 Stars

Love my dryer

Minab 4/26/2019

We purchased the dryer and it was purchased and delivered within 3 days.
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5 Stars

Dryer

Dar28 3/25/2019

Dries quick A little noisy Not a lot of buttons Easy to use
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5 Stars

Simple necessary options

Guido26 3/18/2019

I bought this 2 weeks ago Fits perfect in my space It's a little noisy
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4 Stars

Great features

cjennings74 3/18/2019

I bought this a month ago and I'm so happy that i did
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5 Stars

FAST DRYING

Malamute 3/8/2019

Fast Drying, not as noisy as reviews, overall good quality!
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5 Stars

Great features..As well as the washer.

Marv _T 2/12/2019

I bought the matching washer.Really empress with products.
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5 Stars

Good features

Sher baby 2/10/2019

I bought this a month ago and am completely satisfied
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4 Stars

Nice Dryer

bebop429 2/8/2019

needed a dryer bad. this was basically the only dryer available in the size i could use. most others in price range were to big for a laundry closet. other than that, dryer is good for the price and has some nice features.
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5 Stars

good value

susanclaire 1/27/2019

I purchased this dryer and a washing machine as my Whirlpool made 40+ year old dryer and 33+ year old washer, while still functioning, needed to be replaced. Consequently I wanted to once again have Whirlpool appliances. I had a good idea of the features that I wanted and needed but I was dealing with space issues. Therefore I was limited in my selection of appliances. This dryer fit into the space and has the features that I need.
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4 Stars

Good So Far

Fred Saver 1/9/2019

I bought this a few months ago. It was the only full size dryer I could find that would fit in the cramped little space, so I didn't have much choice. The "energy preferred" setting usually leaves things a little too damp for my liking, so go with the "more dry setting" It buzzes a few times before everything is finished, which seems a bit unnecessary.
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Whirlpool Electric Dryer

tlcbear 12/6/2018

I am very happy with my purchase. Dryer is very quiet.
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4 Stars

The features I was looking for

editor7.1 11/6/2018

I was replacing a 41-year-old Whirlpool dryer and wanted one as simple as that one. This dryer fills the bill. So far, it is working as I hoped it would, but I've only been using it for a couple of weeks.
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5 Stars

It works

Tabo 9/25/2018

No problems, replaced a 25 year old Whirlpool dryer.
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5 Stars

Excellent dryer

Lhm2018 8/27/2018

Seldom had a dryer that thoroughly drys on the first running. This one does. Very happy with it.
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4 Stars

Only dryer to fit in available space

Heifer 8/20/2018

Problems with set up Legs not adjusted correctly. Dries more quickly than old one. Clothes are fluffier
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4 Stars

Dries clothes quickly

Mick-NY 7/27/2018

4 out of 5 as it is louder than older unit. The exhaust is loude.
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5 Stars

VERY HAPPY

remove-if-want-survey 7/11/2018

Very pleased with my new dryer, actually take less time then the unit it replaced. The lint filter on top is much more convenient than my last dryer.
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4 Stars

Perfect size in my closet

Pirene 6/27/2018

I bought this dryer several months ago. It does a great job of drying. I love the wrinkle technology
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4 Stars

Good dryer

Gitfitnow01 6/4/2018

Clothes still come out wrinkled... I was hoping that wld be better than my 10 year old dryer.
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5 Stars

Great quality for great price!

Ckamm 5/8/2018

Very pleased so far. Wish whirlpool would make more models less than 26" deep.
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GREAT FIT

Chris5858 5/1/2018

It works great, it even has a light inside.........
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5 Stars

This DRYER is made to do the job for a long time

marktalley7777 4/24/2018

After having used this dryer for four weeks, I must say that I am totally impressed by the job it does. I put the wet clothes in the dryer, close the dryer door, set the time, etc., and 20 minutes later my load of clothes (or whatever) is finished...completely dried and wrinkle-free. The steel drum in the dryer is what I'm so happy about. The drums found in most dryers being sold nowadays are made of aluminum...which is known to dent or easily lose its shape...But not mine. It's plenty sturdy. I gave it 5 stars.
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5 Stars

Nice dryer

Amig 4/3/2018

It does what I want and need. The size is great for a condo.
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4 Stars

Basic Clothes Dryer

Jim233 2/5/2018

This dryer replaced a GE Dryer that was in service for 18 years. I am hoping to get the same out of this one. The old dryer was a 5.7 cu.ft. The reason for buyer this dryer is its size. The smallest regular basic clothes dryer available. Even this dryer was 0.5 inches too big. When the door closes the door scraps the front of the dryer. Other then that the dryer works fine and does the job I bought it for.
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4 Stars

Fits perfectly in a small alcove

nal68 1/28/2018

Works good and fits into the small space I have in my laundry room next to my washing machine.
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3 Stars

Good, but not perfect

Leah47 1/23/2018

The dryer works well, but is very loud. The automatic energy option doesn't always get the clothes dry. That said, the dryer still fits my needs.
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5 Stars

Excellent purchase

JJTAX 1/22/2018

Needed a flat back dryer to fit through my 27in door into the laundry room. This fit well and has done a great job with my clothes. Very happy
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4 Stars

Sufficient Features. Does the Job just fine

oratsc 11/14/2017

Works great for our needs. All the additional features on some others doesn't get he clothes any drier or any faster.
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Rich D 10/16/2017

Bought recently and needed a dryer whose depth did not exceed 30.5/31 inches. A little loud but so far so good
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