Whirlpool Dryer Heating Element Assembly — WP279838
Compare live prices for Whirlpool part WP279838 (Dryer Heating Element Assembly) across 56 tracked merchants. Prices updated regularly; see the comparison table below.
Quick Answer
As of August 1, 2026, the cheapest Whirlpool Dryer Heating Element Assembly WP279838 is $9.99 (used, eBay). 56 offers currently range $9.99–$664.79. This is an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) part.
This Part Is Discontinued
WP279838 is no longer stocked by major specialist retailers we track. It may still be available from individual sellers on eBay — we currently track 56 live listings on eBay for this exact part number below.
Price Comparison
56 merchants tracked, sorted by total price (item + shipping). Table updates live; a stale badge means that offer hasn't been re-checked in 24+ hours.
Prices checked
| Merchant | Price | Condition | Shipping | Total | Updated | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | $9.99 | used | Free | $9.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $14.99 | new | Free | $14.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $19.99 | new | Free | $19.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $14.00 | new | $8.50 | $22.50 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $18.99 | new | $4.00 | $22.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $19.99 | new | $4.00 | $23.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $24.95 | used | Free | $24.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $24.95 | used | Free | $24.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $24.98 | new | Free | $24.98 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $20.99 | new | $4.00 | $24.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $24.99 | used | Free | $24.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $19.30 | new | $8.44 | $27.74 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $27.92 | new | Free | $27.92 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $28.89 | new | Free | $28.89 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $28.99 | new | Free | $28.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $28.99 | new | Free | $28.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $29.95 | used | Free | $29.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $29.99 | new | Free | $29.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $29.99 | new | Free | $29.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $30.00 | new | Free | $30.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $31.99 | new | Free | $31.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $34.58 | new | Free | $34.58 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $35.00 | new | Free | $35.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $36.29 | new | Free | $36.29 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $36.63 | used | Free | $36.63 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $36.69 | new | Free | $36.69 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $36.69 | new | Free | $36.69 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $38.00 | new | Free | $38.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $24.95 | used | $14.95 | $39.90 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $40.00 | new | Free | $40.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $36.56 | new | $6.50 | $43.06 | stale | Buy at eBay |
| eBay | $43.40 | new | Free | $43.40 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $44.46 | new | Free | $44.46 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $28.00 | new | $18.00 | $46.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $47.12 | new | Free | $47.12 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $50.74 | new | Free | $50.74 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $39.95 | new | $12.95 | $52.90 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $48.01 | new | $6.50 | $54.51 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $55.09 | new | Free | $55.09 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $49.88 | new | $5.95 | $55.83 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $55.95 | new | Free | $55.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $50.00 | new | $6.99 | $56.99 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $59.95 | used | Free | $59.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $56.77 | new | $3.99 | $60.76 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $48.99 | new | $12.99 | $61.98 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $45.95 | new | $17.95 | $63.90 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $49.95 | new | $14.95 | $64.90 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $69.08 | new | Free | $69.08 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $70.00 | new | Free | $70.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $70.00 | new | Free | $70.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $70.49 | new | Free | $70.49 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $73.95 | new | Free | $73.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $74.95 | new | Free | $74.95 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $52.00 | new | $40.00 | $92.00 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $99.90 | new | Free | $99.90 | Buy at eBay | |
| eBay | $664.79 | used | Free | $664.79 | Buy at eBay |
OEM vs Aftermarket
- Part type
- OEM (original equipment manufacturer)
WP279838 is currently only tracked as an OEM part in our catalog — no direct OEM/aftermarket price comparison is available yet.
Compatible Models
No confirmed model fitment is catalogued yet for WP279838.
Frequently Asked Questions
What symptoms mean I need to replace the whirlpool dryer heating element assembly wp279838?
A failing whirlpool dryer heating element assembly wp279838 (Heating Element, MPN WP279838) typically shows up as unusual noise, leaks, or the appliance failing its normal cycle. If your heating element model is affected (see the fitment table below) and the symptom matches, replacing part WP279838 resolves it in most cases.
What is the cheapest place to buy WP279838?
As of the latest price check, eBay has the lowest total price for WP279838 at $9.99 (price + shipping), among 56 merchant(s) tracked. See the comparison table above for the full breakdown, updated regularly.