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Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars with 54 reviews

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    Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 3.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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70%would recommend to a friend

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Customers consistently note that the 1.4 Cu. Ft. Built-In Trash Compactor is quiet and smooth when operating. Many customers also appreciate how great it looks.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Trash Compactor

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Our trash compactor significantly reduces the size of our waste, meaning we need fewer trash bags and less frequent trips to the trash can. With simple controls and an easy-to-use design, we can compact our trash with the push of a button saving time and effort in managing waste. By compacting waste, we reduce the number of bags we use, leading to less plastic waste.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This compactor replaced an older one that was out of style in the updated kitchen. The drawer opens smoothly with your foot; easy to close by hand or with a leg nudge. The operation noise is about the same. The Best Buy delivery team was great, on time, clean and respectful of the floors! They took away my old compactor. This compactor was chosen because the controls are exposed and the stainless styling.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    NO timely delivery

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I haven’t received it yet, it’s on back order. Delivery has been rescheduled 4 times already.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from WhirlpoolTeam
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      Please reach out to Best Buy Customer Care at 1-888-237-8289 for further assistance. We hope this helps WhirlpoolBrand

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My new trash compactor is the best. It is super quiet and the amount of trash that fits in the bag is crazy. I also love that the drawer tips for easier removal of the full bag.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compactor

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Had to Return It

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sadly I had to return it but only because our existing cabinet would not accommodate it. I've had a compactor in my kitchen for at least 30 years and was so surprised when our builder did not offer this an option. I consider a built-in trash compactor in the kitchen an absolute necessity like a dishwasher or oven. It decreases the amount of nagging I have to do with my husband. Sadly, I had to return the item for now until I have a cabinet that will accommodate it. My other kitchen appliances are all Whirlpool so that is one of the reasons I selected this particular compactor. Really looking forward to purchasing it again once my additional kitchen cabinets are completed. Advice-Request Best Buy's free measuring before purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compactor, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Must Have For Every Home

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to replace 20 yr old GE compator that had finally quit running. This compator is a dream can make a weeks worth of trash seem like nothing. compacts very well, runs very quiet. Great product and has a very sleek design

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Reliability

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Broke after 3 months use

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had our previous Kitchen Aid for 14 years before it stopped working properly. This one which cost over $900 stopped after less than 3 months. Getting a hold of Whirlpool for service was not easy. On hold 45 minutes. The start button is not working. I do not like the button compared to the knob that you turn to start the compactor on the Kitchen Aid model. It is more noisy than the Kitchen Aid that was 14 years old. I would spend the extra 300 for that one after this experience. Appliance man sent by Whirlpool was able to get it working and he is installing new switch this week as the fix is temporary. I hope the new switch lasts way more than one year! I hope for their sake this is isolated experience.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from WhirlpoolTeam
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      Hey JohnnyZiti, we completely understand your frustrations and apologize for any inconvenience this situation may have caused you. To easily schedule service online with one of our Local Certified Technicians, please visit the following link. https://bit.ly/31WPKQu WhirlpoolBrand

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Whirlpool Compactor

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The compactor itself runs smoothly and is a fantastic replacement of the 20yo one I had in my home. There was damage to the outside of it and I am now awaiting the free replacement which I hope will run just as great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compactor

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Product works great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this based upon the reviews and my previous compactor was also a Whirlpool. I remodeled my kitchen and replaced this compactor only because it was the wrong color. When I pulled the old one out it was still working just fine and it was original from the late 1980's. I am hoping this one is just as good!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A nice additon

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was disappointed that it was not a 'finished' on top and sides product, however it was listed as 'under counter' AND the more important point is that it is very quiet and very effortlessly closes when you shut it. It fills very full and container is very heavy when full, very satisfied thus far. (Have had for several weeks, look forward to many, many years of workability, excellent looking product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it, so easy to use! It is very quiet, and I only have to take out the trash once a week!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    trash compactor

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The trash compactor is great. However, I needed to buy a stainless steel cleaner to remove spots from the front.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Whirlpool Compactor

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am not extremely happy with the trash compactor’s design and I probably would not have purchased it if I had the opportunity to see it at the store. In fact I would have purchased the more expensive Kitchen Aid.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mr. Tee

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It took a while to get the compactor, but it's installed and working great! We had one before and felt we could not do without it now. Seems to operate just like the old one. I hope it lasts as long as the compactor we replaced it with. Looks great and was a perfect fit. The only thing we encountered were a few welding burrs on the inside of the trash bin. I filed them down smooth so they would not tear the trash bag... just a minor thing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Reliability

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    WARNING

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unfortunately the warranty from manufacturers is 1 year. Mine broke exactly 13 months and 1 week later. Additionally, I tried to get a service person from whirlpool and they won't service in my location. this is an expensive machine to only get a little over a year of use out of. Im extremely disappointed. I Had to wait almost a month to get it in the first place, so technically I think I am within a year of owning it, but they dont care about that, only the purchase date. How it isn't functioning: After compacting, it won't shut off, starting thumping loudly, the whole machine jumps up and down, sounds like it is going to blow up, smells like it is going to combust in flames. sound safe for your family? I think not. ~Yours truly, and extremely disappointed customer. do yourself a favor and go to a local company and spend a little more money on a compactor, it will be worth it. (I just spent $100/month and now have to purchase another)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from WhirlpoolTeam
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      Thank you for sharing your insights with us, KristyV. It's hard for us to hear that you had a negative experience, as we always try to do our best to provide our customers with the best support possible. Please reach out to us directly via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whirlpoolusa or Twitter @WhirlpoolCare so we can look into this matter further for you. We’re looking forward to hearing from you. WhirlpoolBrand

  • Pros mentioned:
    Looks

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great appliance

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The appliance is top notch and will last forever. The best part are the looks which are streamline. The compactor also does a pretty good job of not over crushing items which is nice.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got it as an open box product at an awesome price. The only thing I don't like is that it does not have an over pack feature. However you can just pack it down and then turn it off, works the same.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Can't live without it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very pleased! Motor is so much quieter than old one I had. I wish it would compact lower than it does--guess I have to get used to when I should run it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It’s about a 5

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased to replace a Kenmore that is 22 years old and needed repair. This unit works, but is noisey, flimsy, and don’t care for the push button design.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    So far so good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Would have liked to see that it pauses after compacting instead of going straight back up

    I would recommend this to a friend
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