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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£420
  • Avg. price in US: ~$540
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Dishwashers category.

Score components:

80.0%

8.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

7.4

Performance

30.0%

7.9

Features

25.0%

9.8

Programmes

10.0%

6.7

Design

Excellent
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.5
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 7.3
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is a 60cm freestanding stainless steel dishwasher with a 14 place setting capacity, featuring an inverter engine and an efficient Class D energy rating consuming 85 kWh per 100 cycles and 9.5 litres of water per cycle. Its main characteristics and advantages include 8 washing programs, a low 44 dB noise level, an adjustable upper basket, and advanced 6th SENSE Power Clean technology that uses intelligent water jets to eliminate manual pre-rinsing. It also boasts a 24-hour delayed start, an Aquastop safety system, and NaturalDry automatic door-opening functionality for enhanced eco-friendly drying. On the downside, some users note that the bottom basket can occasionally derail from its tracks, and cutlery placed in certain zones may not always dry completely.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

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Performance

30.0%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

8.1
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a technical score of 8.07 points, which is higher than 61.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.3

Price

8.1
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 63.9% of products in this category.
Energy efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: HIGH

D
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has energy efficiency class D, which is better than that of 32.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 21.4% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Washing efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has washing efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has drying efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

B
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has noise emission class B, which is better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 54.2% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

Importance: HIGH

0.85 kWh
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X uses 0.85 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 68.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.1% of dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

8
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers 8 wash programs, which is more than that of 64% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% of dishwashers.
Quick wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quick wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a quick wash program. This feature is present in 99.6% of dishwashers.
Quick wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

30 min
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X completes its quick wash in 30 min, which is shorter than that of 33.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.6% of dishwashers.
Eco wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

190 min
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X completes its Eco wash in 190 min, which is shorter than that of 89.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 7.7% of dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% of dishwashers.
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Automatic door opening
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% of dishwashers.
Touch screen
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Touch screen.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X does not have a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.2% of dishwashers.
Load sensor
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Load sensor.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.6% of dishwashers.
Overflow protection
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Overflow protection.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has overflow protection. This feature is present in 97.1% of dishwashers.
Adjustable water softener
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Adjustable water softener.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
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Type of installation
What it is: This attribute refers to Type of installation.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: LOW

freestanding
No. of place settings
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

14
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% of dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Cutlery basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% of dishwashers.
Height adjustable top basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Height adjustable top basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93% of dishwashers.
Digital display
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Digital display.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a hygiene programme
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 45 min shorter Eco wash time
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).190 min vs 235 min
  • 2 more wash programs
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Has a pause option
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Pause option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Program sequence indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • 3.4% better value for money
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.14 vs 7.875).
    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.
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.14 vs 7.875).8.14 vs 7.88
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 45 min shorter Eco wash time
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • Has a pause option
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.

Total
Overall
Programmes
  • 0.1 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 3 cm taller height
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 7.9 kg heavier weight
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 3 cm deeper depth
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 0.1 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.85 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Max cleaning temperature.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Max cleaning temperature across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).65 °C vs 70 °C
  • 3 cm taller height
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 7.9 kg heavier weight
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39.1 kg).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Weight.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Weight across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39.1 kg).47 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Cable length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Cable length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).1.3 m vs 1.5 m
  • 3 cm deeper depth
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 cm vs 56 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Depth.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Depth across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 cm vs 56 cm).59 cm vs 56 cm
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Width.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Width across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).60 cm vs 59.8 cm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X?

  • Excellent cleaning performance powered by high-pressure rear spray jets (PowerClean Pro)
  • Efficient drying and low energy use due to the door opening automatically at the end of cycles (NaturalDry)
  • Quiet operation running at 44 dB, making it suitable for open-plan kitchens
  • Spacious 14 place setting capacity with a height-adjustable upper basket
  • Resource-saving options including a smart sensor system (6th Sense) and a multi-zone half-load wash

What customers dislike about Whirlpool WFC 3C34 P X?

  • Flawed lower rack layout with inconveniently spaced plate tines that limit room for larger dishes or lids
  • Wasted space in the middle section of the bottom basket due to opposing direction of the plate rows
  • Lack of a dedicated antibacterial or high-temperature sanitizing cycle
  • Filter assembly demands regular manual extraction and cleaning to prevent odors

Expert reviews

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quechoisir.org
06/05/2021
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