Should You Buy a Whirlpool Washer Dryer?
Whirlpool is one of the most popular washer dryer brands as well as being well known for its washing machines, dishwashers and microwaves. The company behind Whirlpool also manufacturers Indesit, Maytag, Bauknecht, Hotpoint-Ariston and Hotpoint Washer Dryers.
If you are thinking about buying a Whirlpool washer dryer then our handy guide provides you with all the key info at a glance. Our objective, impartial comparison of washer dryer brands is compiled by analysing over 6,500 user and expert reviews and 4 awards from hundreds of different review sites on over 1,100 washer dryers.
Whirlpool are recognised for their good selection of mid-range and moderately popular washer dryers. Their washer dryers start at $594 for the FWDG86148W which has a wash noise level of 56dB, a washing capacity of 8kg and a drying capacity of 6kg and go up to $705 for the FWDD117168W which has a wash noise level of 54dB, a washing capacity of 11kg and a drying capacity of 11kg. The average price of a new Whirlpool washer dryer is $647.
Is Whirlpool the Best Washer Dryer Brand?
So are Whirlpool washer dryers any good? We give every washer dryer a Kagoo Score by analysing its specs, reviews and prices and comparing this to its competitors. By aggregating this data across all washer dryers we are able to impartially rank all the washer dryer brands.
Our detailed analysis taking into account all of the above factors found that Whirlpool is the actually best washer dryer brand out there.
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United States
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95% |
95%
67 reviews
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| #2 |
Pyle
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69% |
69%
2 reviews
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| #3 |
Germany
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69% |
69%
132 reviews
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| #4 |
United States
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67% |
67%
365 reviews
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| #5 |
Turkey
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66% |
66%
448 reviews
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Let's look at how Whirlpool washer dryers compare to the other washer dryer brands across each of the key facets that make up the Kagoo Score.
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There's a wide selection of Whirlpool washer dryers available compared to other washer dryer brands, with 3 Whirlpool washer dryers currently on the market in the US. Whirlpool also have better reviews than the typical washer dryer brand, with the average rating of a Whirlpool washer dryer being 77%.
However Whirlpool washer dryers tend to be more expensive than most other washer dryer brands making them a less popular choice with consumers. Whilst Whirlpool have a number of interesting features including Clean+ option, 6th Sense Technology and Fresh Care, overall they tend to be less feature rich than their competitors.
When it comes to energy efficiency the average annual running cost of Whirlpool washer dryer is $177 (based on a person typically doing 5 washes per week), which makes them less efficient than most other washer dryer brands.
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What Do the Whirlpool Washer Dryer Reviews Say?
We've added up all the reviews for every Whirlpool washer dryer to work out the average distribution of reviews for Whirlpool and then compared this to the other washer dryer brands.
Expert Reviews
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| 1 star | 0 |
User Reviews
| 5 stars | 46 | |
| 4 stars | 11 | |
| 3 stars | 3 | |
| 2 stars | 2 | |
| 1 star | 4 |
Over 100% of expert reviews and 86% of user reviews for Whirlpool washer dryers are 4 stars or higher. This compares to 100% and 90% respectively across all Washer Dryer brands.
In the table below we compare the average review score given to Whirlpool washer dryers by some of the most popular technology review sites against their reviews for other washer dryer brands. The best review score from each review source is highlighted in green.
| Average Review Score | LG | Samsung | Bosch | Beko | Whirlpool |
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100%
1 review
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80%
1 review
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60%
1 review
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73%
1 review
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80%
1 review
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100%
1 review
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100%
1 review
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90%
1 review
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60%
1 review
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80%
1 review
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76%
1 review
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88%
4 reviews
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77%
2 reviews
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90%
2 reviews
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70%
2 reviews
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76%
1 review
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How Many Industry Awards Have Whirlpool Washer Dryers Received?
After checking thousands of expert review websites we found 1 industry award for a Whirlpool washer dryer. The table below compares the number of awards received by Whirlpool to other popular washer dryer brands. The largest number of awards provided by each review source is highlighted in green.
| Number of Awards | LG | Samsung | Bosch | Beko | Whirlpool |
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1
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2
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1
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1
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How Reliable Are Whirlpool Washer Dryers?
We checked over 6,500 reviews to find comments about the reliability of Whirlpool washer dryers. 75% of reviews that mention reliability were positive. Therefore the majority of Whirlpool washer dryer owners and reviewers thought the product was reliable.
So, most people think that Whirlpool washer dryers are good quality. Now let's take a look at some of the reviews for Whirlpool washer dryers that mention reliability:
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Features to Look Out For On Whirlpool Washer Dryers
There's a number of great features to look out for on the latest range of Whirlpool washer dryers that set them apart from the competition. These include Clean+ option, 6th Sense Technology and Fresh Care.
Whirlpool Clean+ Option
Whirlpool washer dryers that feature Clean+ option include the Whirlpool FWDD1071681W ($677), the Whirlpool FWDD117168W ($677) and the Whirlpool FWDG86148W ($570).
Whirlpool 6th Sense Technology
Whirlpool washer dryers that feature 6th Sense Technology include the Whirlpool FWDD1071681W ($677), the Whirlpool FWDD117168W ($677) and the Whirlpool FWDG86148W ($570).
Whirlpool Fresh Care
Whirlpool washer dryers that feature Fresh Care include the Whirlpool FWDD1071681W ($677), the Whirlpool FWDD117168W ($677) and the Whirlpool FWDG86148W ($570).
Whirlpool Final Cool Cycle
Whirlpool washer dryers that have a final cool cycle include the Whirlpool FWDD1071681W ($677).
What is the Best Mid-Range Whirlpool Washer Dryer?
Whirlpool FWDG86148W
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$570.28
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8kg
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6kg
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56dB
WASH NOISE
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1,400 RPM
SPIN SPEED
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61dB
DRYING NOISE
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82dB
SPIN NOISE
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$641
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A great mid range choice, priced at $570.28 is the Whirlpool FWDG86148W, which has a Kagoo Score of 82.
A very economical to run and fully featured 8kg capacity washer dryer, with a fair price.
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79
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Very Good |
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88
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82
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Excellent |
The cheapest price that we could find for the FWDG86148W in the US is $570.28 but in total we found only 1 price for it.
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$570.28
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What is the Best High End Whirlpool Washer Dryer?
Whirlpool FWDD117168W
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$676.51
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11kg
CAPACITY
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11kg
DRYING
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54dB
WASH NOISE
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1,600 RPM
SPIN SPEED
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63dB
DRYING NOISE
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83dB
SPIN NOISE
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$448
OVER 10 YEARS
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If you're looking for a high end Whirlpool washer dryer then the Whirlpool FWDD117168W takes some beating. It has a Kagoo Score of 81, but is a bit more expensive at $676.51.
An extremely economical to run and drying capacity average noise level washer dryer, with a very good spec and washing capacity.
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85
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Fully-Featured |
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73
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Good |
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96
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$450 Over 10 Years |
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81
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Excellent |
The cheapest price that we could find for the FWDD117168W in the US is $676.51 but in total we found only 1 price for it.
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2 Year Warranty
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$676.51
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What is the Best Budget Choice Whirlpool Washer Dryer?
Whirlpool FWDD1071681W
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$676.51
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10kg
CAPACITY
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7kg
DRYING
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54dB
WASH NOISE
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1,600 RPM
SPIN SPEED
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63dB
DRYING NOISE
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83dB
SPIN NOISE
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$665
OVER 10 YEARS
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At only $676.51 and with a Kagoo Score of 80 the Whirlpool FWDD1071681W makes a great budget choice.
A washing capacity and very economical to run 7kg drying capacity washer dryer, with a good price and a very good spec.
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84
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Fully-Featured |
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74
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Good |
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85
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$670 Over 10 Years |
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80
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Excellent |
The cheapest price that we could find for the FWDD1071681W in the US is $676.51 but in total we found only 1 price for it.
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$676.51
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Compare All Whirlpool Washer Dryers
Find the best Whirlpool washer dryer for you by checking our complete list of over 6 washer dryers
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Should You Buy a Whirlpool Washer Dryer? |
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Is Whirlpool the Best Washer Dryer Brand? |
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What Do the Whirlpool Washer Dryer Reviews Say? |
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How Many Industry Awards Have Whirlpool Washer Dryers Received? |
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How Reliable Are Whirlpool Washer Dryers? |
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Features to Look Out For On Whirlpool Washer Dryers |
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Whirlpool Clean+ Option |
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Whirlpool 6th Sense Technology |
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Whirlpool Fresh Care |
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Whirlpool Final Cool Cycle |
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What is the Best Mid-Range Whirlpool Washer Dryer? |
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What is the Best High End Whirlpool Washer Dryer? |
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What is the Best Budget Choice Whirlpool Washer Dryer? |