Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WDF520PADM
- |
- SKU:
- 8561015
Customer reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 3112 reviews
(3,112 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Cleaning Quality4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Dry Quality3.9
Rating 3.9 out of 5 stars
- Cycle Options4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are positive about the 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher's cleaning performance, low noise level, and ease of use. Many also appreciate its price and capacity. However, some customers express concerns regarding the dishwasher's reliability and the length of its wash cycles. A few also mention the silverware tray and interior size as potential drawbacks.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Broke in two months
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It stopped working two months following the installation. Water in the machine that couldn’t get out. I used Best Buy installation service.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Front Control Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
Posted .Hey Stanley, 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 and select "Schedule Service" from the options listed. https://bit.ly/34dxt1A
- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
SOOOOOO QUIET!!!
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this dishwasher in May but just installed it. Our last was so loud we would have to turn up the tv while using it. This thing is so quiet we keep checking to make sure it's working. IT IS working!! Cleans very well with the separate wash arms for each rack. It also dries very good. I read reviews saying it does not dry well and these are either wrong, fake, or they don't read instructions. If you use a drying agent like it says to do, the drying is awesome. So far we have only had this in use for a week but we love it compared to our last dishwasher.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 1 out of 5 stars
NOT QUIET AT ALL
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Chose this model specifically because it was recommended as quiet. That’s a lie, it’s awful. Very unhappy with this purchase.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
Posted .Hello Jcoffelt! We manufacture several different models with various features and accessory designs to be versatile in meeting the needs of most users. We are sorry if some operating characteristic or feature is unsatisfactory, and we apologize for any inconvenience this concern has caused you. Thank you for providing this valuable feedback. We will pass this information along.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Can't recommend this.
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Failed circulation pump after less than three months. The racks are also already rusting.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
Posted .Hey Jess, 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 and select "Schedule Service" from the options listed. https://bit.ly/34dxt1A
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
love it
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The dishwasher fits and looks much nicer than my old one that was 20 years old. It has less features but it has everything i usually used anyway. Surprisingly quiet! Our house is an open concept so that is nice to find out. Dishes came out clean and dry first time trying it out, i did use a rinse agent and powdered dw soap.. Some of my taller glasses and cups fit in the top rack now. I did a lot of researching before deciding on this one, Ive never used whirlpool before but after reading lot of reviews on different whirlpool dishwashers I felt confident this was a good buy to replace my old kenmore. This appears to be a newer model as there was no reviews anywhere on it yet. The older model simular to this one had good reviews though. I like that I can move the silverware basket around and I can open the tops if the silverware doesnt fit in the slots and just lay them in there. Very pleased with my purchase of this a few days ago.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very good value
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Replacing the circulation pump on my 20 year old dishwasher was not an option. This purchase was well worth it. Ordered via the website and picked it up the following morning. Zero problems or challenges installing it. Instructions were well written and covered all aspects of an install. Ran the first load and was truly surprised how quiet it ran. Dishes were spotless. I'd highly recommend this item.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Moldy, dirty machine
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Dishwasher needs frequent cleaning and gets moldy quickly. Very disappointed.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Decent for the price
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So for the price I paid this appeared to be the best option, I searched online a lot. And better yet, it went on sale after I ordered it so Best Buy issued me a credit for the difference. I did the installation myself and compared it to the 20 year old Kenmore I was replacing. The Whirlpool is not as solidly built, a lot more cost efficiencies obviously, lots more plastic and thin gauge metal. There is also almost ZERO room to work under the dishwasher once you get it into the cabinet, so hopefully you can get everything connected before you slide it in. The water inlet is 3/4" - not 3/8" like your water lines under the sink are. This dishwasher does not include an adapter, so you'll need that. And the only way to get one usually is a "kit" with other things you don't need, so add 20 bucks to the price of the dishwasher. Drying aid - they harp on the need for this in the owner's manual. I ran it the first time empty and in fact it was full of condensation on the inside at the end. So, if you had a dishwasher you were using only detergent in you'd better plan on that drying aid stuff in addition now if you want dry dishes. Sound - I saw a couple comments about the noise level. This unit is no quieter than any other dishwasher. It's the same as the old one it replaced. There is a big "blanket" of insulation that comes with it, which is not sized to fit it and not properly set up to secure it when you slide it into place. I had to put some tape near the edges and cram it into the cabinet space. That blanket thing is probably an attempt to cut sound down, it makes it not unreasonably loud but not whisper quiet either.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I needed to upgrade a 13yr old Whirlpool dishwasher in a rental condo I own. This new Whirlpool dishwasher is perfect for even a full time house that I live in. Quiet as can be and does a great job cleaning.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Front Control Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Basic but good enough for us
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The features I really like on this dishwasher: - 1-hr clean cycle because I want them to be done as quickly as possible, regardless of water usage - gray inside tub which doesn't show stains as readily as white - silverware holder on the door, just like my previous d/w, so I knew I wanted this feature again - no cutout holes in the middle of the racks for water sprayers, and it leaves my dishes just as clean. leaves more room for dishes. i must note that i pre-rinse my dishes of all food and most oil before putting them in. Features I don't like: - the filter dome area is always oily after a load so i have to wipe it with a napkin. - standing (dirty) water in filter area, so much that I leave the filter on the rack after a load since I only do dishes once a week and don't want to leave it partially immersed in the standing water. at least the dirty water doesn't smell.
I would recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Reliability
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Never buy Whirlpool
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This dishwasher was purchased by our landlord on 7th of September, 2016. Order number - BBY01-787985091300. 1. It didn't work even for 1 year. On July 15th, 2017 this dishwasher just stopped working. We scheduled a service appointment which is still covered by Whirlpool warranty. But this was just the beginning of the worst customer experience ever. 2. On July 22nd, 2017 their technician came, told us that we need to pull it out from our kitchen. We kindly asked him to wait while we can quickly do it right now - he rejected to wait and just went away. Let's say this was our fault and we didn't know what needs to be done initially. 3. Next service appointment was scheduled on August 3rd, 2017. Yes, their time slots are horrible. On that day their technician came, told us that he fixed the issue and immediately left without proper testing of how this dishwasher operates now. When we tried to run a cycle the dishwasher even did not start. We immediately called their service center and asked to call their technician and ask him to come back. Unfortunately, their people are very "fast" and this didn't happen. Well, a new service appointment was scheduled on 15th of August. 4. On 15th of August the same technician came, did some investigation and told us that there is one part in our dishwasher that needs to be replaced, he will order it now and when it will be shipped he'll come back to us and finally fix our dishwasher. 5. A new service appointment was scheduled on 29th of August, 2017. Instead of their visit they called us with the information that the replacement part was not yet delivered and they kindly rescheduled our appointment to a new date - 7th of September. 6. On 7th of September they called us and explained that there was a need to replace 2 parts and they for some reason ordered wrong parts, not compatible with our dishwasher. A new service appointment was scheduled on 18th of September, 2017. 7. On 18th of September we called their Service Center and asked to confirm the appointment. They told us that everything is good and their technician will visit us shortly. We took another day off at work and started to wait. When their technician didn't came to us at the confirmed time we called their Service Center and politely asked for how long we have to wait? And their answer was unbelievable: "Unfortunately, the replacement part that we received for your dishwasher was delivered to us damaged...So, we have to reschedule your service appointment once again". This is what they told us despite the fact that they confirmed that everything is good and on time 2 hours prior the visit. This is a nightmare customer service and a horrible product which didn't lasts for 1 year. There are already 2+ months passed since they are trying to fix the dishwasher and still counting. Our advice is never buy anything from Whirlpool because of their poor quality and the worst customer service ever.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Front Control Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
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- Pros mentioned:Capacity, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love my dishwasher!
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Quiet, efficient and beautiful! I replaced a 20 year old Whirlpool dishwasher. My old one worked great but it was unbelievably loud. This one is whisper quiet and holds much more than the old one. Great price!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great dishwasher
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works really well. Has sprayer wands for both racks. Really quiet too.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great price and good functional appliance
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got a great price on this great looking and basic dishwasher. I have had no drying issues (as mentioned by other reviews) when I run the regular cycle and use the rinse aid. Cleans great even without fully rinsing dishes. Would buy again. I do wish it had a "Quick Rinse" function like my previous Kenmore that was too expensive to fix.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Matches my new kitchen and all my new appliances! It works wayyy better than my old one and installation was easy
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Cycle time, Reliability
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
I do not recommend
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It looks pretty. It does not seem to Wash well. The cycles on this all take about 4 to 5 hours to wash ONE load. It’s insane! I got this to replace a 20 year old Whirlpool dishwasher that was my baby. Though the racks were disintegrated and the brackets had also crumbled. But everything else still worked perfectly!!! Now I have a new, pretty dishwasher that runs non stop, gives me dirty, wet dishes. Sadly the quality is no longer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from WhirlpoolTeam
Posted .Hey MissBlue4U, we completely understand your frustrations and apologize for any inconvenience this situation may have caused you. We would recommend service out to look at this issue. To easily schedule service online with one of our Local Certified Technicians, please visit the following link and select "Schedule Service" from the options listed. https://bit.ly/34dxt1A
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Died after 4 years, which is apparently typical
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had to make a second account to update my initial review. Overall this unit was easy to install, and worked fine, as I previously stated. The update here is that this product only lasted me 4 years before the motor gave out. A tech advised me that the lifespan on most dishwashers these days is only about 5-6 years at best, and that the only brand to consistently out perform in terms of longevity is Bosch. At the time of purchase, this was a cheap dish washer listed at only $350, at the time of this review the price has almost doubled to $611.99. Did I get my $350 out of it? Sure I guess. But is it worth paying double for the same experience when better made appliances are within $100? Absolutely not. I just purchased Bosch model# SHE3AR75UC as recommended by several people, I will share a review there as well once I have it installed.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good dishwasher
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far the dishwasher has been great and we have had it for about 2 months. For the price it is a great deal. No issues.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Front Control Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 2 out of 5 stars
You kind of get what you pay for these days. Spen
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Worked all right for the first 4 years. Than the motor went out. If you find the part number, you'll discover that this is a common part used in several different brands including KitchenAid. Between paying for the new part and having someone come out and install it, you may as well buy a better dishwasher. Or if you're feeling adventurous, you could watch a couple of YouTube videos that show you how to replace the motor but it is quite a task for someone that is not a do-it-yourselfer such as myself. Get yourself the 5-year protection plan and you won't be making the same mistake I did.
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great deal for beautiful equipment
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this is a perfect deal to replace my old equipment beautiful and money saving
This review is from Whirlpool - 24" Front Control Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black
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