Whirlpool Dishwashers (Virpul): a review of the best models

Whirlpool dishwashers are on the home appliance market in a wide range.

The company offers not only compact and full-size budget models with a minimum set of necessary programs, but also really cool, progressive units with a whole list of innovative modes and functions.

In this article, we will consider the characteristics of the best brand models, their features and modes. We also figure out how to choose the dishwasher of this manufacturer.

How to choose a dishwasher brand Virpul?

The choice depends on the client's requirements - which features of the opportunity are important for him. Someone needs an extra fast mode, when the machine washes the devices in 20-30 minutes, and for other users the option of pre-soaking is more in demand. We talked more about the duration of dishwasher programs in next article.

Moreover, the amount that you plan to spend influences the choice.

Brand Rulers

Before buying a Whirpool dishwasher, it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with its features. The brand produces models of dishwashers with a variety of characteristics and capabilities.

The assortment of goods is presented in the following series:

• ADP, ADPF and Wfcincluding free-standing modules;
• ADG, Wic and Wiewhich consist of built-in appliances.

Dimensional parameters of machines of all of the above ranges are included in the range of generally accepted standards.

In narrow modules, both built-in and stand-alone, you can wash 10 sets of dishes in one cycle. Wide dishwashers are more spacious and make it possible to process from 12 to 14 sets

The models available for installation in special niches of kitchen sets are 45 and 60 centimeters wide, reach 82-85 cm in height and do not exceed 55-58 cm in depth. We talked about installing and connecting a dishwasher in this publication.

Brand Technology Features

"Sixth Sense" machines takes control of the consumption of all resources spent on processing. In automatic mode, it adapts the washing cycle to a particular specific task. Optimizes the consumption of water, electricity and detergents depending on the level of pollution. It regenerates water, providing plates, cups, cutlery, pots and pans with impeccable cleanliness and pristine shine.

Power clean sets the direction of the water jets and directs them under high pressure directly to the dishes placed inside the tank. It is guaranteed to give an excellent result and removes the most persistent dirty spots without preliminary soaking.

Extra space - An innovative principle for the rational use of internal space. Facilitates and greatly simplifies the loading and unloading of the unit.

Power dry - updated drying system. It guarantees high efficiency of the procedure, prevents the release of accumulated steam when opening the front door. Impeccably dries dishes of any type, including plastic, and gives the surfaces a bright, crystal shine.

Wash & dry - qualitatively launders and ideally dries dishes from any materials in 1 hour.

Eco - mode of least power consumption. Intended for not very dirty dishes of medium size.

Daily - Comfort mode for everyday use. Removes standard contaminants from breakfast, lunch and dinner on plates, cups, cutlery, pans and pots. It is characterized by the optimal consumption of all resources and provides an adequate result at a reasonable cost.

Intensive It processes at record high temperatures and completely removes even the most severe, persistent and old dirt from surfaces.

"Night" - The program is increased quiet operating mode. Effectively launders kitchen utensils and does not interfere with proper rest and sleep. It makes it possible to save on utility bills due to work at grace time.

"Fast" - The mode of comfortable washing dishes without food residues, but with little pollution. Suitable for two complete sets.

"Fragile dishes" - A program for cleaning items that are sensitive to high temperatures. Provides impeccable shine, smoothness and radiance without stains on glasses, cups, glasses, glasses and vases.

"Soak" - an option for dishes that you plan to wash later. It is carried out without the use of detergent.

Multi-zone - The option of independent washing, allowing the user to choose in which basket to process, in the upper or lower.

Antibacterial - a regime close to sterilization. Removes dirt and germs from surfaces in 80 minutes.

Lift up - a function that allows you to adjust the upper basket in height in order to free up space below to accommodate large kitchen utensils.

Water stop - Full protection of the housing and connecting hoses from possible leaks. In the event of a force majeure situation, it blocks the supply of the resource from the central water supply system and automatically pumps out the working fluid from the washing chamber.

"Auto Cleaning" - A program to maintain household appliances in excellent condition. Disinfect the inside of the washing tank with high-temperature water, preventing the growth of colonies of pathogenic bacteria.

TOP 6 best brand dishwashers

The rating of dishwashers manufactured at Whirpool manufacturing facilities includes six fully built-in and freestanding models with a width of 45 and 60 centimeters.

The technological "filling" of models is seriously different. The basic budget option contains 5 elementary programs.

Among them there is an intensive mode for complex, old soiling and removal of burnt food from various surfaces, an economical option for quickly rinsing only slightly soiled dishes.

The lower beam in the dishwasher modules is securely mounted on a special stand and rotates easily, ensuring an even distribution of water flows throughout the loaded dishes during operation

More expensive models have from 6 to 11 programs, are equipped with technological innovations aimed at extra-economical use of resources.

And they are also equipped with additional accessories for convenient placement inside plates, cups, glasses, wineglasses, wine glasses, pots and cutlery.

The Whirpool appliances not only wash well, but also perfectly dry the cooked dishes. There is no wet coating and unaesthetic spots on the surface. Kitchenware shines like new and pleases the eye with its cleanliness

Rank # 1 - Whirlpool WFC 3B + 26

A full-size model containing 14 sets of dishes. The dishwasher is equipped with an inverter motor, a digital display and a practical system Lift up - adjustment of the location of the upper basket. The set includes a cutlery box, folding dividers and holders for cups / glasses.

The model is presented in white, the design is classic - a control panel with a display is placed on the top of the hinged door.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 14 sets;
• energy class - A;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• presence of indication - yes;
• drying method - condensation;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 12 l;
• number of programs - 5;
• noise background - 46 dB;
• dimensions - 60x60x85 cm.

The dishwasher can work with 3 in 1 tablets, there is a half load function and a delay in starting up to 24 hours. Noise emission is moderate - 46 db, protection against overflows is provided - Overflow.

There are few reviews about the dishwasher. Of the advantages, users note a beautiful appearance, the convenience of a basket for appliances, good storage capacity and high quality washing. The downside is the lack of a child’s castle. Customers do not complain about the operation of the unit.

Place # 2 - Whirlpool ADP 221 WH

The laconic freestanding model looks exquisite and easily integrates into an interior solution of any orientation. Small dimensions make it possible to put it even in a small kitchen, where every centimeter of free space is literally worth its weight in gold.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 10;
• energy class - A +;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• the presence of led-indication - yes;
• drying method is static;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 10 l;
• number of programs - 5;
• noise background - 51 dB;
• dimensions - 445x57x85 cm.

Additional features and internal equipment of the machine - Water stop from leaks, "Fragile dishes", Pre-rinse mode, half load, the ability to delay the start of the selected program for 2, 4 and 8 hours, option Eco, intensive washing, correct work with 3 in 1 tablets.

The owners say that the machine washes dishes to a mirror shine. It shows excellent results even in the 20-minute processing mode. The control panel is located on the facade. Management is carried out through several convenient buttons. No need to spend time getting used to the interface.

Among the minuses, it is most often noted that it is impossible to set the temperature separately from the mode. There is no drying in the quick wash program.

I don’t particularly like the last moment, although many customers claim that after such a treatment it’s enough to just open the unit and extend the nets, and the dishes will dry out from their own high temperature.

Place # 3 - Whirlpool WIE 2B19

Fully built-in, roomy model is perfect for a spacious kitchen and easily copes with serving a family of 4-5 people. He has no serious bells and whistles, but contains all the really necessary programs.

A convenient control panel is hidden inside and is not available for accidental activation when the tank is empty.The price of WIE 2B19 is quite loyal and absolutely corresponds to the quality declared by the manufacturer.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 13;
• energy class - A +;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• the presence of led-indication - yes;
• drying method is static;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 11 l;
• number of programs - 6;
• noise background - 49 dB;
• dimensions - 59.8x55.5x82-90 cm.

Additional features of the dishwasher and internal equipment - Water stop, loading half volume, intensive operation, quick wash in 1 hour at a temperature of 50 ° C, "Daily processing».

There is also a height-adjustable upper loading basket, a container for cutlery, an indication that the rinse aid is running out and salt.

Users note the quiet operation of the unit and efficiency during quick washing in Eco, which sometimes shows even better results than "Intensive».

By purchasing a model from Whirlpool, the customer automatically receives a branded one-year product warranty. All repairs are carried out by qualified specialists from service centers officially certified in Russia.

The disadvantages include poor leaching of cheap cleaning products. For this, the manufacturer recommends buying higher-quality branded drugs with which these problems will not be.

Some customers indicate that fragile items sometimes break during processing, but this only happens when washing intensively, which is categorically not suitable for glass goblets, glasses and wine glasses.

Place # 4 - Whirlpool WSIE 2B19 C

A simple, small-sized dishwasher from the company Virpul fits perfectly into the kitchen. It is assembled in Poland, therefore it looks very neat and does not have any external errors.

WSIE 2B19 C is equipped with basic necessary programs and qualitatively cleans dishes of any type from fresh and old soiling.

The combination of budget price and optimal quality is the main feature of this model. It contains only the necessary programs, and control is carried out through ergonomic buttons.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 10 sets;
• energy class - A +;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• salt indication /rinse aid - Yes;
• drying method - condensation;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 11.5 l;
• number of programs - 6;
• noise background - 49 dB;
• dimensions - 44.8x55.5x82 cm.

As an addition, the following options and internal equipment are provided - preliminary rinsing, partial leakage protection, glass holders and adjustable baskets.

In the model WSIE 2B19 C an inverter motor is installed, which ensures economical energy consumption (0.83 kW / h), as well as quite quiet operation.

This model suggests the possibility of using 3-in-1 tablet preparations. For the best dishwasher tablets, please go to this link.

Users claim that the WSIE 2B19 C is quiet, copes well with removing greasy deposits from plates, pots, pans and cutlery, and quickly dries all processed dishes, including plastic products. The unit pleases with the spaciousness and ergonomics of the hopper for loading kitchen utensils.

The owners do not like the fact that the tablet tray is quite difficult to open. Some have had difficulty installing the dishwasher - it is better to entrust the work to specialists.

Rank # 5 - Whirlpool WIC 3B + 26

Dishwasher Whirlpool WIC 3B + 26 is designed for installation in kitchen sets. The model attracts with build quality, impeccable cleanliness of washing, acceptable consumption of resources and almost silent operation.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 13;
• energy class - A +;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• presence of LED-indication - yes + digital display;
• drying method - condensation;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 10.5 l;
• number of programs - 6;
• noise background - 46 dB;
• dimensions - 59.8x55.5x82 cm.

There is also an independent washing function Multi zone, Power cleanintensive and antibacterial treatment, cleaning in 1 hour at 50 ° C, "Fragile dishes", Folding holders for wine glasses, glasses and glasses with clamps, upper container with adjustment system Lift up.

Delayed start for a period of 1 to 24 hours, half load, self-cleaning of the internal space.

Users respond well about the car. I like the presence of a large number of different functions, the loyal consumption of electricity and the ability to easily wash old pollution on dishes of any type.

Of the minuses, only one is called - a rather high price. However, if you compare the model with similar offers of other brands in terms of parameters, then the cost does not look so frightening. The price tag is perceived quite normally, given the spaciousness, capabilities and technological equipment.

Place # 6 - Whirlpool WSIC 3M17 C

Slim embedded model with advanced features. The dishwasher is equipped with an inverter motor and a set of practical options. The unit is designed for the simultaneous loading of 10 sets of dishes, for ease of use, an indication of operating modes is provided.

In the dishwasher there are such practical functions:

• 6^th Sense - technology that provides high-quality washing without first rinsing or soaking dishes;
• Multizone - the ability to choose the pressure of water jets for different baskets;
• half load - saving resources when washing a small amount of dishes;
• 3 in 1 tablets - A separate program is provided for this type of detergent.

Advanced functionality also affected the cost of the unit - the model belongs to the middle price segment. You can buy a dishwasher for 26-27 thousand rubles.

Specifications:

• one-time loading - 10 sets;
• energy class - A ++;
• quality of washing / drying - A;
• management principle - electronic;
• presence of indication - yes;
• drying method - condensation;
• water consumption for one full cycle - 9 l;
• number of programs - 6, temperature conditions - 4;
• noise background - 47 dB;
• dimensions - 44.8x55.5x82 cm.

The machine has full protection against leaks, there is a self-cleaning option, a display and a delay timer to start up to 12 hours.

Users were satisfied with the quality of the sink, spaciousness, quiet operation and multifunctionality.

Some complain about a rather confusing control menu, a short timer interval, the absence of thermo-noise-absorbing material on the case. The last minus can be eliminated on your own, using a piece of expanded polystyrene during installation.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

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Whirpool brand household appliances have a modern appearance, a good set of the right programs that give an effective result, optimal capacity.

As well as the economical consumption of the resource and rather quiet work, which does not interfere with being around and having a good rest. But especially attractive in the eyes of buyers of a dishwasher from Virpul makes reliability with proper operation and care, and reasonable cost.

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