How to update the software on my washing machine

Updated : 22nd September, 2026
A Samsung washing machine and dryer beside a smartphone displaying the SmartThings app screen.

Keeping your Samsung washing machine’s software updated will help it run smoothly every time you use it. The easiest way for Wi-Fi-enabled models to stay up to date is using the SmartThings app on your phone or tablet. Once connected, your washer will receive updates automatically, or you can manually check for one as well. 

Update your washing machine using SmartThings

Updating the software in the SmartThings app is easy. In fact, if you've already added your washer to SmartThings, it may automatically update on its own.

Still, if you want to make sure you have the latest software, make sure you have created a Samsung account and that you add your washer to SmartThings. If you have trouble adding your washer to SmartThings, check out our FAQ.

Once your washer has been added, you can check your software version or update it in just a few simple steps: 

1 Open the SmartThings app
SmartThings app logo.
2 Tap Devices > Select your washing machine from your list of devices
SmartThings home screen with “Devices” highlighted.
3 Some software updates will be offered immediately as soon as you access this screen. If you see this message, tap Start

If you did not see the pop-up message, or if you accidentally closed it, then you can still check your current software version and check if an update is available. Tap More options (the three vertical dots) > Tap Information

4 If an update is available, the Software update button will be enabled
5 Tap Software update > Tap Update now
6 Your washing machine will begin updating. Avoid pressing any buttons or touching the control panel during this time

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