LG WT7305CV Top Load Washer Review

The machine is built around a traditional agitator, and that shapes everything it does well. The 4.8 cu. ft. drum, the 8 wash programs with 16 options, the 950 RPM spin and the Energy Star rating are what set it apart from a basic top-loader.

Capacity and load flexibility

A 4.8 cu. ft. drum takes a king comforter and a full family load. The 8 programs cover Normal, Heavy Duty, Bedding, Deep Wash, Pre Wash + Normal, Delicates, Waterproof and Downloaded cycles, and the 16 options add TurboWash, Soak, Extra Rinse, Add Garments, Delay Wash, Control Lock, Deep Fill, ColdWash, Rinse+Spin, Spin Only, StainCare, Tub Clean, Signal, Remote Start, Wi-Fi and Speed Wash. Most household laundry fits one of those combinations without any extra thought.

Cleaning on tough soils

The 4-way agitator moves clothes against the drum wall while the 6Motion drum movement works the load from below. For mud, grass and work clothes, reach for Deep Wash or Pre Wash + Normal: those two programs are the ones built for soil the Normal cycle will not lift.

Spin speed and drying time

The maximum spin is 950 RPM, which pulls more water out of the fabric before the load reaches the dryer. That matters most with an electric dryer, where every extra minute of drying costs energy.

Quiet operation and build

The HEDD direct-drive motor turns the drum without a belt, and the TrueBalance anti-vibration system works against the walk and shake a top-loader can develop. The SlamProof lid closes without a bang, and the NeveRust stainless steel drum resists chipping and rust over the years.

Smart features that earn their place

ThinQ Wi-Fi brings remote start, cycle monitoring, end-of-cycle alerts and energy monitoring to the phone, and SmartDiagnosis sends diagnostic tones to support when something goes wrong. Smart Pairing links the washer to its matching dryer so the two share settings.

Water and energy figures

The washer is Energy Star qualified with an IMEF of 2.06 against a federal standard of 1.57 for its class, and an IWF of 4.3 against a standard of 6.5. Annual use comes to 220 kWh and about 6,051 gallons on typical use.

Controls anyone can read

Dial-A-Cycle sits next to touch buttons and a dual LED display. Someone who does not want a touchscreen-only panel can turn a dial, press a button and walk away.

The trade-offs below come from the design itself, not from a fault in the machine. Knowing them before you buy is the difference between a washer that suits you and one that annoys you for years.

The agitator is the thirstiest top-load layout

A pole agitator needs water to move clothes against it. The WT7305CV is Energy Star certified, but a front-loader or an impeller top-loader uses less water for the same load. If water use is your first criterion, this is the wrong design.

The 37-minute TurboWash3D figure applies to a light load

That number applies to a Normal cycle with the TurboWash option on a light load. A full family load, or a heavy-soil cycle, runs longer. Plan the laundry day around that rather than around the headline figure.

Deep Fill is not a default

Deep Fill adds water and lengthens the cycle. It is there for bulky or heavily soiled loads, and using it on routine washing works against the machine's efficiency without cleaning better.

The warranty is short on the electronics

Coverage is 1 year parts and labor, with 3 years on the stainless tub and 10 years on the direct-drive motor. The control electronics, the part most likely to need attention, are covered only for that first year.

No steam and no internal water heater

The machine lists no steam cycle and no internal heater, so a hot wash depends on the hot water your household supply delivers. If you count on steam to refresh clothes, this washer does not offer it.

Availability varies

The model is being phased out of new-condition retail. Stock varies by retailer and color, so confirm availability before you commit to it.

Loading discipline matters

High-efficiency top-loaders with agitators need clothes loaded loosely and left below the fill line, not pressed down. Overloading is the usual cause of residue left on fabric and of loads that bunch to one side.

These are the figures that decide whether the machine fits your space, your laundry and your wiring.

The 57.25 in height with the lid open is the figure to check first: a closet or under-shelf install needs that clearance, not the 44.5 in closed height. The 120V supply means a standard household outlet, and the 5 spin speeds and 5 temperatures let you dial back agitation for delicates and push it up for towels.