How to Choose Between LG and Whirlpool Dishwashers

LG and Whirlpool are two of the largest appliance brands. Both manufacture a range of appliances, including dishwashers, refrigerators, ranges, and more. However, since both are highly reputable brands, how do you choose between them? Here’s how to pick between LG and Whirlpool dishwashers.

One of the most important factors to consider when choosing a dishwasher is price. The cost of a dishwasher can range anywhere from $500 to $2,000, depending on the features and model.

The dishwashers from LG range from $749 to $1,899, while Whirlpool’s options range from $559 to $1,179. Of course, you can find dishwashers on sale from either brand, and sale prices from LG can easily match the lowest prices from Whirlpool. However, it’s pretty clear that Whirlpool's prices are overall more affordable than LG’s.

When choosing a dishwasher, consider the design. For example, if the rest of the appliances in your kitchen are matte black, you wouldn’t want to add a stainless steel dishwasher. Luckily, both LG and Whirlpool have several color options across their dishwasher selection.

LG has dishwashers available in Black Stainless Steel, LG Signature Textured Steel, Stainless Steel, and Smooth Black. Some dishwashers have the control buttons on the outward-facing side, while others have the buttons located on the top. In total, LG offers 38 dishwashers.

Whirlpool has a wider range of colors. For example, they have dishwashers available in Biscuit, Black, Fingerprint Resistant Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel, Panel Ready, Stainless Steel, and White. Not including variations in color, Whirlpool’s dishwasher lineup includes 15 different options.

So, while LG has a wider selection of dishwashers, Whirlpool has more color and customization options.

While both LG and Whirlpool have smart features, LG offers more — for a cost. LG’s smart features are often why its dishwashers cost significantly more than those from Whirlpool. However, if you’re interested in smart features, LG is the best choice.

Some of the most impressive features from LG include the following:

In contrast, Whirlpool offers a smart feature called Cycle Memory. Dishwashers with this feature will remember which cycle you picked the last time you ran the dishwasher and automatically select the same cycle for the next load. And, although this is a handy feature, it’s not impressive.

As a result, it’s clear that Whirlpool's selection of smart features pales in comparison to LG’s.

Both LG and Whirlpool will deliver sparkling dishes. However, it’s important to check the customer reviews for each individual product. For example, as of September 2022, LG’s highest-rated dishwasher has a customer rating of 4.8 stars with 5 reviews. On the other hand, LG’s lowest-rated dishwasher has just 2.3 stars with 14 reviews. Whirlpool’s highest-rated dishwasher has 5 stars with 2 customer reviews, and the lowest-rated dishwasher has 2.4 stars with 19 customer reviews.

As long as you purchase a dishwasher with high customer ratings, you should have a great experience.

If you’re willing to pay more for your dishwasher, LG seems like the obvious choice. They offer a wider selection of dishwashers and have more smart features. However, Whirlpool does beat LG in terms of price and affordability. For most products, there is a $200 price gap between LG and Whirlpool. This means that if you’re not interested in smart features, and you care more about appliance customization, choose a Whirlpool dishwasher.

No matter which dishwasher you choose, remember to pair it with an Upsie dishwasher warranty. Upsie’s warranties cost up to 70% less than extended warranties sold by retailers and manufacturers. As a result, customers save money while still getting the best protection available.