Whirlpool 279838 Replacement: Compare 23 Options
23 products on Amazon replace the Whirlpool 279838 dryer heating element. 1 is sold under the Whirlpool brand; 22 are aftermarket, from 21 brands including AMI PARTS, APPLIANCEMATES, Beaquicy, BlueStars.
All 23 options for the Whirlpool 279838
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| Product | Type | Pack | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whirlpool dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | OEM (Whirlpool) | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| MONKEMON dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| AMI PARTS dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| LFORBB dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| APPLIANCEMATES dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Funmit dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Pulluty dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| N/A dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| FRIGESWIFT dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Beaquicy dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Discount Parts Direct dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Vypart dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| SUMNEW dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| TOMOON dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Cobectal dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| BlueStars dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| MONKEMON dryer heating element, 2-packCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | 2-pack | Check price on Amazon |
| TOPDC dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Seentech dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Napc dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Supco dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Kenmore dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
| Edgewater Parts dryer heating elementCompatible with Whirlpool 279838 | Aftermarket | Single | Check price on Amazon |
About the Whirlpool 279838
The Whirlpool 279838 is a dryer heating element used in Whirlpool dryers and related brands. This page lists every product we found on Amazon that names it as a match, labelled OEM or aftermarket.
Before buying, confirm your dryer model on the Amazon product page. Model compatibility is listed by each seller.
OEM vs aftermarket
OEM rows are sold under Whirlpool's own brand. Aftermarket rows are made by other companies to fit the same dryer. They are not made or endorsed by Whirlpool. Aftermarket parts usually cost less; check each listing's specifications before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
What can I use instead of the Whirlpool 279838?
23 products on Amazon are listed as compatible with the Whirlpool 279838: 1 genuine Whirlpool listing and 22 aftermarket options from brands such as AMI PARTS, APPLIANCEMATES, Beaquicy, BlueStars.
Is there a genuine Whirlpool 279838 on Amazon?
Yes. Rows marked "OEM" are sold under the Whirlpool brand (or its own filter brand). Every other row is an aftermarket product made by a third party.
What is the difference between OEM and aftermarket?
OEM parts are sold under the appliance maker's brand. Aftermarket parts are made by other companies to fit the same appliance and usually cost less. Check the product page on Amazon for certifications and the exact models it fits before you buy.