Whirlpool WDT910SAYM Review

Whirlpool
WDT910SAYM
Gold Series
Place Settings: 15
Width: 24" Built-In
MSRP: $849

Jets
Sanitize

Cycles

12

& Options

Energy

245

kWh Per Yr

Water

624

Gal Per Yr

Sound

51

dbA

Cost

$849

MSRP

Ratings Guide

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary
Cleaning	BEST - Employs two major features to help get your dishes clean - jets and a sanitizing option. High pressure spray jets blast away food particles and stubborn deposits. A sanitizing rinse option then eliminates most bacteria.	✔
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	BEST - Estimated annual electricity use is 10% lower than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water	BEST - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher.	✔
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 40% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $849 is 1% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM is priced about $7 less than average.	✔

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	Silverware and Dish Jets - The WDT910SAYM model includes high-pressure spray jets that can scrub heavily soiled dishes and silverware. Jets are positioned to help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits.	✔
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 WDT910SAYM 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	Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found 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 WDT910SAYM 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 WDT910SAYM a little easier.	✔
Utility Container	Utility Container - Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils and cutlery. Good for odd items that don't fit in the silverware basket such as grill tongs, butcher knives, stirring spoons, and more.	✔
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 WDT910SAYM additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.	✔

Noise Ratings
Sound Level	51 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 WDT910SAYM 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	245 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is 10% lower than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Whirlpool dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water Rating	624 Gal - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Energy Saver	Energy-Saver Cycle - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM 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 0.89.	✔

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	Stainless Steel - The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster.	✔
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 WDT910SAYM 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	$849 - Rated in the top 40% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $849 is 1% lower than average. The Whirlpool WDT910SAYM is priced about $7 less than average.	✔

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