Dishwashers

Whirlpool WDT740SALZ

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ although it may differ in price and features. 50 vs. 47 DBA; Dif handle; 12 vs. 13 Placesetting; No 3rd rack; No Fold-down tines;

This Whirlpool 24-inch dishwasher has

an adjustable upper rack.
a manually cleaned filter
a stainless steel interior.
hidden controls
adjustable tines.
ample flatware slots.
Energy Star certification
a third rack.

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CR Expert Take

How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

What goes into the Overall Score?

Ratings Scorecard

OWNER SURVEYS

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Lower Wash Performance

/ 5

Upper Wash Performance

/ 5

Ease of use

/ 5

Drying

/ 5

Energy use

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

Cycle time (min.)

/ 5

Detailed Test Results

Washing: This model performed very good in our wash test of heavily soiled dishes. Energy use: This model performed excellent in our energy test, which combines water and energy use for a fully soiled load of dishes.
Noise: This model performed very good in our noise tests, which combine sound-level measurements and listener judgments.
Cycle Time: This model was judged fair for cycle time using a full, heavily soiled load and includes temperature-boost option and heated dry (if available).

About

The Whirlpool WDT740SALZ is part of the Dishwashers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Dishwashers models like the WDT740SALZ are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Lower Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the lower rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Upper Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the upper rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Ease of use: A high score means a clear interface and more features including flexible loading options and self-cleaning filters. Top scoring models are simple to operate and have more convenient features.

Features & Specs

Features

Ample flatware slots

Yes

Adjustable upper rack

Yes

Adjustable tines

Yes

Displays remaining time

Yes

Interior material

Stainless steel

Requires custom door panel

Self-cleaning filter

WiFi

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Whirlpool WDT740SALZ

CR Expert Take

What goes into the Overall Score?

Ratings Scorecard

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Detailed Test Results

About

Features & Specs

Features & Specs

Features

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