Kenmore 8.0 cu. ft. Front Load Gas Dryer
- Dryer
- 8 cu ft
- Metal
- White
- Better rated than 92%
A well-equipped gas dryer with steam and sensor drying features, backed so far by a small number of positive reviews on delivery and build quality.
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How it ranks among the 13 dryers we track
4.8★ across 15 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
15 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Kenmore 8.0 cu ft front load gas dryer pairs 12 drying cycles and Accela Steam technology to reduce wrinkles, static and odor, aimed at households wanting a large-capacity dryer with steam refresh options.
Kenmore positions this as a full-size gas dryer with steam features rather than a budget unit, and the handful of reviews on file lean toward straightforward satisfaction with delivery and build quality rather than any specific complaint. There is not yet a large enough review base to say much about long-term reliability.
- 12 drying cycles with 8 additional options
- Accela Steam Refresh cycle in about 15 minutes
- Energy Saver rated to cut energy use up to 8.2%
- 8.0 cu ft extra-large capacity drum
Who it's for
Fits households replacing an aging dryer who want steam-assisted wrinkle and odor reduction alongside a large 8.0 cu ft drum. Less relevant for anyone without an existing gas hookup, since this is a gas model rather than electric.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
The small number of reviews on file are positive but light on detail: buyers called it well-made, praised a smooth, careful delivery, and one reviewer writing in Spanish said it is expensive but works well.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Large 8.0 cu ft drum for bigger loads
- Steam refresh cuts wrinkles and odor quickly
- Smart moisture sensor avoids over-drying
- LED touch controls show cycle status and time
- Gas model requires an existing gas hookup
- Few reviews so far to judge long-term reliability
Performance notes
Accela Steam generates steam for the Steam Refresh cycle, cutting wrinkles, static and odor on roughly a 3 lb load in about 15 minutes, and can be paired with Wrinkle Guard to keep finished laundry from setting wrinkles while it waits to be folded. A moisture sensor is meant to stop the cycle once clothes are dry rather than running a fixed timer, and Energy Saver mode is rated to cut energy use by up to 8.2 percent compared with a normal cycle.
Specifications
| Brand | Kenmore |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 138.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 33.7 × 27 × 39.8 inches |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 cu ft |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Color | White |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Front Load |
| Item Type Name | Front Load Gas Dryer |
| Access Location | Front Load |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dryers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore 8.0 cu. ft. Front Load Gas DryerThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 15 | 2.7 / 5 |
| 2.6 cu. ft. White Compact Electric DryerMagic Chef | 4.2 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Westland WDV2200XCD Washer/dryer Vented White SplendidWestland | 4.2 / 5 | 194 | 4.0 / 5 |
| AMANA NED4655EW 6.5 cu. ft. Front Load Electric Dryer with 11 Drying CyclesAmana | 4.4 / 5 | 87 | 4.0 / 5 |
| COSTWAY 1.5 cu. ft Electric Tumble DryerCostway | 4.2 / 5 | 110 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the Kenmore dryers
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Kenmore 8.0 cu ft dryer gas or electric?
It is a gas dryer and requires a gas hookup, not a standard electric outlet alone.
What does the Accela Steam Refresh cycle do?
It generates steam to reduce wrinkles, static and odor on about a 3 lb load in around 15 minutes, and can be combined with Wrinkle Guard.
How large is the drum on this Kenmore dryer?
It has an 8.0 cu ft extra-large capacity, sized for bedding and household fabrics as well as regular loads of clothing.