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Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X review: 60 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?No. of place settings:14Energy efficiency class:DNoise level:43 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X Review: Compare 60 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

75%

8.2

Technical score

25%

7.9

User score

▲Better than 65% of dishwashers
?

Value for money

Value for money
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

35%

7.7

Performance

30%

8.3

Features

25%

9.2

Programmes

10%

7.6

Design

▲Better than 65%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models

70%

8.3

Rating

30%

6.9

Popularity

▼Worse than 59%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £?
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

35%

7.7

Performance

30%

8.3

Features

25%

9.2

Programmes

10%

7.6

Design

8.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.7
Energy efficiency class
D
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class D, better than that of 31.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 21.6% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 0.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99.1% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
B
This dishwasher has noise-emission class B, better than that of 45.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 53.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.85 kWh
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.85 kWh; it is higher than that of 69.3% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 8.3% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
?
Quick wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
30 min
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 30 min; it is shorter than that of 33.8% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 44% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
?
Delicate wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
yes
This dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 9.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 96.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
freestanding
No. of place settings
14
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 14; it is higher than that of 45.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 43.1% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
no
This dishwasher does not have a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 92% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 91.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X vs the average dishwasher

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  • 1 dB quieter
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (43 dB vs 44 dB).
    43 dB vs 44 dB
  • 9.5% better value for money
    Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.7 vs 7.9).
    8.7 vs 7.94
  • 9.5% better value for money
    Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.7 vs 7.9).
    8.7 vs 7.94
  • 1 dB quieter
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (43 dB vs 44 dB).
    43 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.1 kWh more energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.85 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 °C lower maximum wash temperature
    The maximum cleaning temperature of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
    65 °C vs 70 °C
  • No cutlery basket
    This dishwasher does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 20.5% heavier
    This dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39 kg).
    47 kg vs 39 kg
  • 0.2 m shorter cable
    This dishwasher has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.3 m vs 1.5 m
  • 1.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models

    70%

    8.3

    Rating

    30%

    6.9

    Popularity

    7.9 vs 8.0
  • 1.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models

    70%

    8.3

    Rating

    30%

    6.9

    Popularity

    7.9 vs 8.0
  • 0.1 kWh more energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.85 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 °C lower maximum wash temperature
    The maximum cleaning temperature of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
    65 °C vs 70 °C
  • No cutlery basket
    This dishwasher does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 20.5% heavier
    This dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39 kg).
    47 kg vs 39 kg
  • 0.2 m shorter cable
    This dishwasher has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.3 m vs 1.5 m

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What customers like about Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X

  • A load sensor adjusts the water and time to the load.
  • It is rated A for washing and A for drying.
  • A 30 min quick wash covers light loads.
  • A half load option suits small washes.
  • It takes 14 place settings.
  • A delay start of up to 24 h lets it run overnight.

What customers don't like about Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X

  • The 65 °C top temperature is low for baked-on pans.
  • The cable is only 1.3 m, so the socket must be close.
  • At 47 kg it is heavy to move.
  • At 43 dB it is audible during a cycle.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so the cycle cannot be checked from a phone.

Verdict

The Whirlpool WFC 3C33 PF X uses a load sensor to match water and time to how full the rack is. It draws 9.5 L of water per cycle, and a 30 min quick wash suits a light load on a weekday. At 43 dB it is audible, but the quiet wash program helps for evening runs. It has 14 place settings and a half load option for small loads. The delicate wash program suits glassware, and the water softener can be set to local water. The trade-off is a 65 °C top temperature, which is low for very dirty pans. The cable is only 1.3 m, so the socket has to sit close by. At 47 kg it is heavy to move, so it suits a fixed spot in a busy home.

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