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4.8 | 21 Reviews

5.2 cu. ft. Mega Capacity Smart wi-fi Enabled Front Load Washer with TurboWash® and Built-In Intelligence

LG WM8980HVA

Available in 2 Color(s)

Features

  • 5.2 cu. ft. Mega Capacity
  • TurboWash® Technology
  • Built-In Intelligence (AI Fabric Sensor / Smart Pairing™)
  • AAFA Certified LG washer

Quick Specs

  • Type: Washer
  • Style: Front Loading
  • Fuel: Electric
  • Width: 29"
  • Height: 40.75"
  • Depth: 32.87"
  • Energy Star Rated: Yes
  • Laundry Capacity: 5.2 cu. ft.
  • Steam Cycle: Yes
  • WiFi Connected: Yes

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Fast Forward Your Wash

Complete big loads of laundry in 30 minutes* with TurboWash® technology.


Built-in Intelligence Takes Out The Guesswork

AI technology selects optimal wash or dry settings. Washer can auto-select a compatible drying cycle.


Deep Clean with the Power of Steam

AAFA certified LG washers with the Allergiene™ Cycle reduce over 95%* of allergens such as dust, pollen and pet dander.


Get it All Done In Less Time

Mega Capacity (5.2 cu.ft.) means you have the room to do more laundry in fewer loads.


Cold Wash Without Compromise

ColdWash™ technology penetrates deep into fabrics, for cold water savings with warm water performance.


Wash Two Loads At The Same Time

Wash small loads that can't wait or two loads at once with the LG SideKick™ Pedestal Washer.


Measure First, Order Right.

Nothing is more frustrating than an appliance that doesn't fit. We'll help you find the right one for your space.

Features

  • 5.2 cu. ft. Mega Capacity
  • TurboWash® Technology
  • Built-In Intelligence (AI Fabric Sensor / Smart Pairing™)
  • AAFA Certified LG washer
  • ThinQ® Technology with Proactive Customer Care
  • ColdWash™ Technology
SUMMARY
Series LG
Type Front Load Washer
Capacity (cu.ft.) : 5.2 cu. ft.
Matching Electric Dryer DLEX8980V
Matching Gas Dryer DLGX8981V
Color Graphite Steel (V)
APPEARANCE:
On-Door Electronic Control Panel with LED Display No
Hard Buttons No
Touch Buttons Yes
Full Touch Electronic Control Panel with LED Display No
Dial-A-Cycle™ Yes
ENERGY
ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient Yes
ENERGY STAR® Qualified Yes
CEE Tier Advanced Tier
IMEF 3.1
IWF 2.9
WASH PROGRAMS
No. of Programs 12
Programs: Normal, Perm. Press, Heavy Duty, Delicates, Towels, Speed Wash, Sportswear, Bedding, Tub Clean, Bright Whites™,Allergiene™,Downloaded
WASH OPTIONS:
No. of Options 13
Options TurboWash®, Steam, Pre-wash, Remote Start, Delay Wash, Wi-Fi, Add Item, Extra Rinse, Control Lock, Drum Light, ColdWash, Spin Only, Signal
WASH DETAILS:
No. of Wash/Rinse Temps 5
Wash/Rinse Temps Extra Hot, Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap Cold
No. of Spin Speeds 5
Spin Speeds Extra High, High, Medium, Low, No Spin
Max RPM 1300
Water Levels Load Sensing
No. of Soil Levels 5
FABRIC CARE FEATURES
AI DD™ Yes
TurboWash® 360 Technology: No
TurboWash® 2.0 Technology Yes
Steam Technology Yes
Allergiene™ Cycle Yes
Sanitary Cycle (in Download Cycle)
ColdWash™ Option Yes
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Vibration sensing(Cabinet Vibration sensor) Yes
TrueBalance® Anti-Vibration System Yes
4-Tray Dispenser: Prewash, Main Wash (with liquid detergent cup), Bleach, Fabric Softener
End of Cycle Signal Yes
LoadSense Yes
Control Lock: Yes
Auto Suds Removal Yes
Leveling Legs 4 Adjustable Legs
Drumlight: Yes
THINQ® TECHNOLOGY:
Proactive Customer Care Yes
SmartDiagnosis™ (v3.0) Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
NFC Tag On Technology No
Energy Monitoring Yes
Tub Clean Coach Yes
MOTOR:
Motor Type Inverter Direct Drive Motor
Axis Horizontal
MATERIALS AND FINISHES
NeveRust® Stainless Steel Drum Yes
Cabinet Painted Steel
Control Panel Plastic
Top Plate Painted Steel
Door / Rim Glass/Chrome
Door Cover Dark Blue Tinted Square Cover
All Available Colors Graphite Steel (V)
CERTIFICATION
AAFA Yes
NSF No
POWER SOURCE
Ratings UL Listed
Electrical Requirements 120V, 10 Amps
Type Electric
OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES
Pedestal WDP5V
Pedestal (WxHxD): 29 x 13 5/8" x 29 1/2" (44 3/4" D with door open)
LG Sidekick™ Pedestal Washer WD200CV
LG Sidekick™ Pedestal Washer (WxHxD): 29" x 14 1/8" x 30 7/8" (50 1/2" with drawer open)
Stacking Kit KSTK2
Water Supply Hoses (Hot &Cold) Included: No
DIMENSIONS
Product (WxHxD) 29" x 40 3/4" x 32 7/8"
Depth with Door Open (58 5/8" D with door open)
Carton (WxHxD) 31 3/8" x 44 3/4" x 33 3/4"
Weight (Product/Carton) 225 / 251.5 lbs.
LIMITED WARRANTY:
Parts and Labor 1 Year
Direct Drive Motor 10 Years
Drum 3 Years
UPC CODES:
UPC 195174024867

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Washer
  • Style: Front Loading
  • Fuel: Electric

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 29"
  • Height: 40.75"
  • Depth: 32.87"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: Yes
  • Laundry Capacity: 5.2 cu. ft.
  • Steam Cycle: Yes
  • WiFi Connected: Yes

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4.8 out of 5

95% of reviewers recommend this product.

5 Stars

Great Washing machine

Banya 4/13/2023

Purchased a washer / dryer set and couldnt be happier. Capacity is huge. I can wash sheets towels clothes in one wash.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

LG Washer

lawluvs 4/4/2023

Bought this through Costco.com as an upgrade to my previous washer
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Washer dryer

lg washer andf dryer 4/2/2023

Great Products Good price this the best washer and dryer I have ever owned Thank you LG
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

WHAT A WASHER

EDWARD KOELLER 3/26/2023

NEVER OWNED ONE BEFOR . Had a WHIRLPOLL WASHER BOUGHT NEW IN 2021WAS THE BIGEST PIECE OF JUNK I EVER OWNED.HAD REPAIR MEN HERE 7 TIMESCOULO NOT FIX IT.GOT THE LG ABOUT A MONTH AGO LOVE ITEASY TO USE DOES EVERTHING IT SAYS IT WILL.GLADE TO HAVE IT.
Originally posted on lg.com

Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Fabulous Washer and Dryer I have ever owned

Evelyn95 3/4/2023

I purchased washer and dryer in October 2022 and am so delighted with their features. It washes the cleanest of any washer I have ever had. I love the fact that they both send a message via my phone when the washer and dryer are completed. Saves me time and effort. They are also larger than my previous appliances.
Originally posted on lg.com

Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Features Overload

Robert Sr 2/26/2023

The machine is loaded with features that satisfy just about any washing need. It performs better than I expected.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

The best washer and dryer i had

Omar Nejmeddine 2/15/2023

Beautiful washer and dryer i love them so much they are working perfectly
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

LG Washer

Marlboro Mann 2/8/2023

I purchased my new LG washer WM 8980 HVA a few weeks ago at Costco and I am very satisfied with the performance of the machine. There is so many features which I have yet to use but I look forward to making this a great experience.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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4 Stars

Like But

Pata2 2/7/2023

Does a good job but I dont like the buttons to start Needs to be a real button
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Yes, I recommend this product

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3 Stars

Clothes are wet sometimes after the cycle

Neil Patel 007 1/15/2023

Clothes are wet most of the times after the cycle is completed and have to redo. Waste of time and energy.
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No, I do not recommend this product

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5 Stars

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING

Gstewy 1/13/2023

My wife and I were very excited to receive our new LG Washer and Dryer. After reading the reviews of customers and checking out the reviews from Consumer Reports which rates our models as being Top Rated and Recommended we waited anxiously for them to arrive. First thing we washed was our Cal-King Comforter which would never fit in our 9 yr old 4.2 cu ft Washing Machine. Its always been a huge pain sending our Comforter out to be cleaned. What used to take about 2-3 days to be cleaned from our local Cleaners has now turned into 7-10 days due to Covid according to them. Now we are here to tell you our new LG 5.2 cu ft washer tackles our large Cal-King Comforter with ease And talk about Clean...all our loads of Laundry for some reason seems so much cleaner and brighter The use of the TURBO WASH feature I believe is credited for this but either way we have never been more impressed and completely satisfied with a Washer and Dryer purchase. Hats off and thank you to LG...definitely a home run
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Yes, I recommend this product

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4 Stars

4 Stars for LG Front Loader Washer

maryandwyo 1/11/2023

I love the LG front loader. The only reason it didnt get a 5 is that the small drainage tube use to drain excess water is extremely slow. Took me 15 min. to get it drained. And when opening the cylinder next to it after a wash water pours out if it hasnt been drained.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Its definitely MEGA

mlosee 1/10/2023

I bought this set with the anticipation of doing fewer loads. With the Mega capacity in mind Ive easily gone from 6 loads a week to just 3. It even fits a King size comforter with room to spare for sheets. It pairs nicely with my phone in the LG app which gives notifications when loads are running and finish. Keeps me on top of laundry so I dont forget to swap loads and get behind. Has definitely lived up to my expectations and beyond
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

VERY clean fresh clothes Runs efficiently

SBNC 12/24/2022

Clothes are cleaner and fresher than ever. Both washer and dryer run incredibly efficiently and productively.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Great product with multiple features

JDW1957 12/18/2022

Replacing nearly 20 year old set. Excellent features and downloadable cycles. Pairs cycle selection to each unit. Love smart functions for reminders to phone and LQ app
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Easy to operate

SandyNC 12/9/2022

Love the look and operation is a cinch I checked on line for best reviews to make my decision.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

5.2 cu. front load washer

MED100 11/27/2022

Perfect size for big loads. No need to read manuals very easy to use. Great features
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Turbo Wash is great

Janice 101 11/16/2022

We have had ours for 15 days now. The turbo wash is wonderful. Clothes are finished in half the time of the old machine.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

I really love it

SummerBelle 10/19/2022

This machine washes great. I love the capacity and the design. Im glad I spent the extra money for the drawer underneath because it makes it the perfect heights
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Great Washer

HappyLGowner123 10/17/2022

This is the second LG front loader we have owned and I love it even more than the first The shorter cycles save on water and cut down on laundry time too
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Great washer

Venu11 10/1/2022

Great washer with a lot of great features. The size is perfect and fits a lot of clothes in one cycle. Can be connected to wi-fi and controlled through LG ThinQ app which is very convenient. Overall we love this washer.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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