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Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 Review | 59 Data compared

Avg. price:~£570No. of place settings:15Energy efficiency class:BNoise level:42 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 Review: Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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â–² Better than 81% of models
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80%

8.5

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 81% of dishwashers
8.5

Technical score

Technical score
8.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

35%

8.6

Performance

30%

7.7

Features

25%

9.4

Programmes

10%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 79% of dishwashers
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
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70%

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User ratings

30%

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    N/A~ £570

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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0

Technical score
Technical score
8.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

35%

8.6

Performance

30%

7.7

Features

25%

9.4

Programmes

10%

8.0

Design

8.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

7.5

Price

8.2
Energy efficiency class
B
Energy efficiency class
B
â–² Better than 75% of models
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class B, better than that of 74.8% of dishwashers and the same as that of 13.4% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
Washing efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
Drying efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
B
Noise emission class
B
â–² Better than 45% of models
This dishwasher has noise-emission class B, better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and the same as that of 54.1% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.65 kWh
Energy consumption per cycle
0.65 kWh
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.65 kWh; it is lower than that of 70.7% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
10
No. of wash programs
10
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 10; it is higher than that of 92% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 6.1% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
Quick wash program
yes
Category Benchmark
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
30 min
Quick wash time
30 min
â–² Better than 34% of models
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 30 min; it is shorter than that of 34.3% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 42.9% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
240 min
Eco wash time
240 min
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 240 min; it is longer than that of 59.3% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 13.7% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
yes
Delicate wash program
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
yes
Automatic door opening
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
Touch screen
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 10.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
Load sensor
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
Overflow protection
yes
â–² Better than 3% of models
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 97.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
Adjustable water softener
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
fully integrated
No. of place settings
15
No. of place settings
15
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 15; it is higher than that of 88.7% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
Cutlery basket
yes
â–² Better than 42% of models
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 57.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
Height adjustable top basket
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 91.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
Digital display
yes
â–² Better than 10% of models
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 90.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • 4 more wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    10
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
    10 vs 6
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
    B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. Overall, 34.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2 dB quieter
    Noise level
    42 dB
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
    42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Has a pause option
    Pause option
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. Overall, 45.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.1 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.65 kWh
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.65 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 more place settings
    No. of place settings
    15
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).
    15 vs 14
  • 9.3% lighter
    Weight
    35.5 kg
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • 4.1% better value for money
    Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.18 vs 7.9).
    8.18 vs 7.86
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
    B vs D
  • 2 dB quieter
    Noise level
    42 dB
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
    42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.1 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.65 kWh
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.65 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 4 more wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    10
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
    10 vs 6
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. Overall, 34.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a pause option
    Pause option
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. Overall, 45.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 more place settings
    No. of place settings
    15
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).
    15 vs 14
  • 9.3% lighter
    Weight
    35.5 kg
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • 5 °C lower maximum wash temperature
    Max cleaning temperature
    65 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 °C – >75 °C
    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
  • 0.4 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    9.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (9.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 112 L/year more water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    2,772 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (2772 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    2,772 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 5 min longer Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    240 min
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a longer Eco programme than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
    240 min vs 235 min
  • 0.2 m shorter cable
    Cable length
    1.3 m
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    This dishwasher has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.3 m vs 1.5 m
  • 35.7% more expensive
    Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£570 vs £420).
    £570 vs £420
  • 35.7% more expensive
    Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£570 vs £420).
    £570 vs £420
  • 5 °C lower maximum wash temperature
    Max cleaning temperature
    65 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 °C – >75 °C
    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
  • 0.4 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    9.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (9.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 112 L/year more water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    2,772 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (2772 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    2,772 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 5 min longer Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    240 min
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a longer Eco programme than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
    240 min vs 235 min
  • 0.2 m shorter cable
    Cable length
    1.3 m
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    This dishwasher has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.3 m vs 1.5 m

Third-party reviews

What we like about Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0

  • Excellent cleaning and overall wash performance
  • Effective drying results enhanced by the automatic natural door opening system (NaturalDry)
  • Spacious MaxiSpace tub interior providing extra loading space for large plates
  • Intelligent soil and load detection using 6th Sense technology to save energy and water
  • Powerful PowerClean Pro water jets that remove stubborn food residue without pre-washing
  • Very quiet operation and low noise level during cycles
  • Smoother lower basket movement thanks to an improved guide rail system

What we don't like about Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0

  • The layout or design of the upper cutlery/spoon and fork shelf can be awkward, requiring users to manually rearrange items to keep them in place
  • General brand complaints highlight potential customer service delays or frustration when handling repairs outside of warranty windows

Verdict

The Whirlpool WH8IB15B2M6LS0 is a full-size (60 cm), fully built-in dishwasher offering a generous 15 place setting capacity inside an expanded MaxiSpace tub. It is highly efficient with an EU energy class B rating, consuming 65 kWh per 100 eco cycles and 9.9 liters of water per cycle. Key performance advantages include intelligent 6th Sense dirt-sensing technology, deep-cleaning PowerClean Pro water jets, an adjustable third rack for cutlery, and a NaturalDry automatic door-opening system that utilizes natural airflow for enhanced drying. Operating quietly at a low noise level of 42 dB, its primary drawbacks are limited to a lack of single-basket/half-load wash options on some cycles and the complex installation process typically associated with its sliding hinge system.

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