Dishwashers have come a long way, but not every upgrade makes them easier for everyone to use. Whirlpool’s new rotating dishwasher rack simplify chores for users with mobility challenges. And, not only is it easy to install, but it's already designed to fit a wide range of Whirlpool dishwashers.

If you or anyone you know needs an extra layer of everyday convenience, don't over look the inclusive design of this new dishwasher rack.

A More Inclusive Dishwasher Accessory

The Spin&Load Rack for Whirlpool dishwashers isn’t just a replacement part—it’s a shift in how people can use their kitchens. Designed as the most inclusive lower-level dishwasher rack in association with United Spinal Association, it looks to reduce necessary reaching, leaning, or shifting positions to access all corners. That’s not always safe or possible for people who use wheelchairs or live with limited mobility.

This new rotating lower-level dishwasher rack removes those barriers by spinning with a gentle push, so users can stay in one position and still load and unload everything. It’s designed to support independence and give more people the chance to take part in household chores.

The appliance company developed the rack with feedback from people in the disability community, and through its innovation challenge, built something that'll really work, not just in theory but in real life.

A whirlpool dishwasher rack that spins.
If you have a 24" dishwasher bought after 2018, this rack could be an easy swap. Credit: Whirlpool Corporation

How It Works and Who It’s For

The Spin&Load Rack replaces the standard lower rack in 24-inch dishwasher models made by Whirlpool Corporation after 2018. That includes major brands like Amana, JennAir, KitchenAid, and Maytag.

Once it’s installed, the entire rack rotates. This allows dishes to be loaded or unloaded from one spot instead of having to move around. It’s an upgrade that can benefit a range of individuals, including:

  • People who use wheelchairs
  • Anyone with mobility issues
  • Caregivers and family members
  • Folks looking to make dish duty a little easier

The rack is made with accessible use in mind, right down to the packaging. It opens with a pull-tab that can be used with one hand. Whirlpool kept the whole experience simple from start to finish.

A kitchen with a whirlpool dishwasher whose lower rack spins.
The lower rack spins to simplify loading and unloading. Credit: Whirlpool Corporation

When and Where to Buy

The Whirlpool rotating dishwasher rack is now available at Whirlpool.com for $149.99. That makes it a relatively low-cost upgrade that can add real value to the home, especially for households where accessibility matters. It's compatible with many dishwashers already in use, so there’s no need to buy a whole new appliance.

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