{"product_id":"whirlpool-wtw8509tl","title":"Whirlpool WTW8509TL 28 inch Smart Top Load Washer with 5.3 cu. ft. Capacity, Removable Delicates Basket, ActiveFall Wash and AI Wash (Fresh Linen)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e5.2-5.3 cu. ft. Smart Top Load Washer with the Delicates Basket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMake delicates a regular thing with this top load washer. The industry-first removable Delicates Basket keeps delicates safe while regular, everyday loads wash around it. ActiveFall™ Wash cascades water down through the basket, helping detergent reach all items. Fill up detergent once and skip refills with Load \u0026amp; Go™ Bulk Dispensing, and get a smarter clean tailored to your mixed loads with AI Wash.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable Delicates Basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActiveFall™ Wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad \u0026amp; Go™ Bulk Dispensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAI Wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart Features with Whirlpool® App\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreSoak+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Wash Cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasyView™ Full-Width Slow-Close Glass Lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid Electronic Controls with LCD Screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuiet Inverter Motor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Quiet Inverter Motor uses a brushless, electronic design with fewer moving parts for a smooth and efficient operation with less wear over time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick Wash Cycle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eToss in a small load of lightly soiled items and finish in 28 mins with the Quick Wash Cycle. *Based on a 3-lb load and Delicates Basket option off\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuiet Wash Cycle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStart a load and settle in with minimal disruption. The Quiet Wash Cycle runs a regular load using the Quiet Inverter Motor, reduced spin speeds, and a unique cycle design to lower the operable dBA.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e#1 Top Load Washer Brand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMake your next appliance purchase an easy decision, with the #1 Top Load Washer Brand 8 years in a row.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e5.2-5.3 cu. ft. Capacity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWash a regular load and a few delicate items in up to 5.2 cu. ft. total capacity. Then easily remove the Delicates Basket for even more room when you need it, perfect for large bedding or bulky items.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Level Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eChoose to use less water for an efficient clean or more water to help break down loose soils. This option lets you customize the water level to various depths so heavily soiled clothes get an optimal clean.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn American Company for Over 100 Years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhirlpool Corporation started in 1911 as a small company in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Today we are a global home appliance business selling products around the world. We are proud of our American heritage and ingenuity that have driven innovation for over 100 years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy Whirlpool WTW8509TL\/\u003cspan\u003eWTW8509TR\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWTW8509TW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.2-5.3 cu. ft. Smart Top Load Washer with the Delicates Basket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWash Delicates \u0026amp; Everyday Items Together: \u003c\/b\u003eFeatures an industry-first Removable Delicates Basket that protects fragile items while standard laundry washes around it. Removing the basket expands the tub to a full 5.3 cu. ft. capacity for large items like bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSkip Refills for Weeks: \u003c\/b\u003eThe Load \u0026amp; Go™ Bulk Dispenser stores enough detergent for up to 20 loads, automatically dispensing the exact amount needed for each cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntelligent \u0026amp; Gentle Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in AI Wash automatically detects load size and fabric type to optimize cycle times, water levels, and detergent, while ActiveFall™ Wash cascades water down through the basket for deep saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModern Smart Features: \u003c\/b\u003eConnects to the Whirlpool App for remote monitoring and control, and includes convenient options like PreSoak+ and a Quiet Wash Cycle to keep noise levels low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What do the different model suffixes (TL, TR, TW) stand for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: The letters represent the exterior finish color:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTL: Fresh Linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTR: Radiant Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTW: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What is the total capacity of these washers?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: These units feature a 5.2 to 5.3 cu. ft. capacity, providing plenty of room for large, everyday loads, bedsheets, and bulky comforters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How does the Removable Delicates Basket work?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: The industry-first Delicates Basket fits directly inside the washer tub. It keeps delicate or fragile items elevated and separated from the rest of your laundry, allowing you to wash delicate garments and regular clothes in a single load without damaging them.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What is ActiveFall™ Wash technology?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: ActiveFall™ Wash cascades detergent-rich water down directly through the Delicates Basket during the cycle to ensure even saturation and deep cleaning for all items in the drum.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How often do I need to add detergent to the Load \u0026amp; Go™ Bulk Dispenser?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: The Load \u0026amp; Go™ Bulk Dispenser holds enough liquid detergent for up to 20 loads of laundry, automatically dispensing the optimal amount for every wash so you don't have to refill it each time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What does AI Wash do?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: AI Wash uses internal sensors to detect the size of the load and fabric type. It automatically adjusts water levels, wash action, and cycle times to optimize cleaning efficiency and fabric care.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can I remove the Delicates Basket for larger loads?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: Yes. When you need to wash bulky items like large comforters or blankets, simply unlatch and remove the basket to use the entire 5.3 cu. ft. capacity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can I control or monitor the washer remotely?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA: Yes, these models feature built-in Wi-Fi and connect to the Whirlpool App, allowing you to start or pause cycles, monitor remaining wash time, and receive alerts when a load is complete.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePros and Cons of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhirlpool WTW8509TL\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWTW8509TR\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWTW8509TW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.2-5.3 cu. ft. Smart Top Load Washer with the Delicates Basket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSimultaneous Delicate and Regular Washing: \u003c\/b\u003eThe removable Delicates Basket allows you to safely wash fragile items without running a separate dedicated cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLarge Capacity: \u003c\/b\u003eAt 5.2 to 5.3 cu. ft. when the basket is removed, it easily handles large laundry loads, bedsheets, and bulky bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConvenient Bulk Dispensing: \u003c\/b\u003eThe Load and Go dispenser stores enough detergent for up to 20 loads, eliminating the step of measuring detergent every time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmart and Efficient Cleaning: \u003c\/b\u003eAI Wash automatically optimizes water levels, wash time, and detergent usage based on load size and fabric type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConnected Convenience: \u003c\/b\u003eWi-Fi connectivity via the Whirlpool App lets you start, stop, monitor cycles, and receive status notifications remotely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish Options: \u003c\/b\u003eAvailable in three finish colors (Fresh Linen for TL, Radiant Silver for TR, and White for TW) to suit different laundry room aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigher Price Point: \u003c\/b\u003ePremium features like AI Wash, bulk dispensing, and the specialty delicates basket make this model pricier than standard top-load washers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeep Drum Ergonomics: \u003c\/b\u003eDue to its high capacity, reaching all the way to the bottom of the drum to retrieve small clothing items can be challenging for shorter users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBasket Storage: \u003c\/b\u003eWhen you remove the Delicates Basket to wash large or bulky items, you need space in your laundry area to store it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApp Dependency for Full Smart Utility: \u003c\/b\u003eUnlocking the full set of smart features and remote control requires downloading the app and setting up Wi-Fi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eConclusion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Whirlpool WTW8509 Series is an excellent choice for busy households looking for high capacity, modern convenience, and smart fabric care. Its standout feature, the removable Delicates Basket paired with ActiveFall Wash, delivers a unique and time-saving solution by letting you clean delicate and everyday items together in a single load. If you want a feature-packed top-load washer that minimizes daily effort with bulk dispensing and AI automation, this model is a strong investment. However, if you prefer a straightforward and budget-friendly washer without smart tech or specialty baskets, a more standard top-load model may better fit your budget.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"WTW8509TL","offer_id":50587338965248,"sku":"WTW8509TL","price":1348.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/2287\/9488\/files\/WTW8509TL_p250817.jpg?v=1791813994","url":"https:\/\/secure.shopappliances.com\/products\/whirlpool-wtw8509tl","provider":"Shop Appliances","version":"1.0","type":"link"}