Whirlpool WDT710PAYM Review

Whirlpool
WDT710PAYM
Gold Series
Place Settings: 15
Width: 24" Built-In
MSRP: $649

Sanitize

Cycles

12

& Options

Energy

258

kWh Per Yr

Water

753

Gal Per Yr

Sound

55

dbA

Cost

$649

MSRP

Ratings Guide

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary
Cleaning	BETTER - Uses a high temperature sanitizing rinse to help remove deposits and bacteria. High temperature water coupled with the right detergent is one of the keys to getting your dishes and silverware clean and disinfected.	✔
Cycles	BEST - Total cycles and options is 27% higher than average and ranks in the top 15% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs.	✔
Energy	BETTER - Estimated annual electricity use is 5% lower than average and ranks in the top 10% of new dishwashers for BETTER power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water	GOOD - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 3.5 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 753 gallons annually.
Sound	GOOD - Operating sound levels are about average for a new dishwasher and are rated GOOD for noise suppression. When comparing dishwashers a 3 dbA difference is like being twice the distance from the sound source.
Cost	BETTER - Rated in the top 35% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $649 is 23% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM is priced about $193 less than average.	✔

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	No Spray Jets - High pressure water spray jets are not available with the WDT710PAYM model. Jets are featured on about 35% of new dishwashers and are effective on dishes with baked-on food or grease.
High Temp	High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes.	✔
Steam	No Steam Option - Like most new dishwashers, this model does not have the capability to generate steam. High-temperature water vapor can be an effective means of loosening baked-on or dried food deposits.
Wash Levels	5 Wash Levels - Standard number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning.	✔
Sensor Washing	Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning.	✔
Sanitize Cycle	Sanitize Cycle - Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes.	✔
Cycles & Options	12 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 27% higher than average and ranks in the top 15% of new dishwashers for BEST selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs.	✔
Food Disposer	No Food Disposer - Does not include an integrated food disposer that can help keep the wash water clean and free of debris. About 50% of new dishwashers are designed with a hard or soft food disposer.
Water Softener	No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers.

Drying Ratings
Heated Dry	Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers.	✔
Tub Material	Plastic Tub - The interior is composed of standard plastic which does not aid the drying process like stainless steel interiors. About 40% of new dishwashers are fitted with plastic tubs.
Concealed Element	No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting.

Loading Ratings
No. of Racks	2 Racks - The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items.	✔
Spray Arms	Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility.	✔
Adjustable Racks	Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings.	✔
Removable Racks	Removable - One or more of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Very convenient for special occasions when you need additional space to load extra-large pots or serving plates.	✔
Fold-Down Tines	Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility.	✔
Cup Shelf	Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up.	✔
Silverware Basket	Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the Whirlpool WDT710PAYM a little easier.	✔
Utility Container	No Utility Container - Does not have an extra utility basket or tray like 70% of other new dishwashers. These extra baskets and trays can store larger items that don't fit in the standard basket.
Detergent Dispenser	No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent.

Capacity Ratings
Place Settings	15 Settings - Number of place settings is 9% higher than average and ranks in the top 30% of new dishwashers for BEST loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often.	✔
Tub Size	Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.	✔

Noise Ratings
Sound Level	55 dbA - Operating sound levels are about average for a new dishwasher and are rated GOOD for noise suppression. When comparing dishwashers a 3 dbA difference is like being twice the distance from the sound source.

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	Energy Star - The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings.	✔
Energy Rating	258 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is 5% lower than average and ranks in the top 10% of new dishwashers for BETTER power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water Rating	753 Gal - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 3.5 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 753 gallons annually.
Energy Saver	Energy-Saver Cycle - The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy.	✔
Half Load	Half-Load Option - You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. Save money and help the environment when you only have cups and glasses or a small load to wash.	✔
Delay Start	Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone.	✔
CEE Tier 1	CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.84.	✔

Style Ratings
Exterior	Stainless Steel - Stainless steel door panels are currently the most popular style and provide a sleek, modern look. Stainless steel is durable and fashionable, but takes a little more effort to keep clean.	✔
Interior	Plastic Tub - The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM standard white plastic tub and door lining is more susceptible to staining and odor absorption over time. Over 60% of new dishwashers now have stainless steel interiors.
Controls	All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style.	✔
Display	No Digital Display - The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM does not include a digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other wash status information. Most new dishwashers do not have a digital display.

Cost Ratings
MSRP	$649 - Rated in the top 35% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $649 is 23% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT710PAYM is priced about $193 less than average.	✔

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