Alfi Whirlaway 291 Garbage Disposer 1/2 HP
- 1/2 horsepower permanent magnet motor
- High-speed motor, more power per pound
- Reduced cord on the standard model
- 2 year over-the-counter replacement warranty
- Press-top opening, kitchen use
- 8.7 pounds, lightweight
- Blue plastic, cylindrical body
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A basic half-horsepower disposer with a light plastic body and a replacement warranty. The listing gives little beyond the motor size, so voltage, mounting and feed details are missing.
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ASIN: B00068UU56Model: 291Category: Garbage Disposals
Overview
Whirlaway offers this standard-model garbage disposer with a high-speed permanent magnet motor that makes more power per pound. It has a cylindrical body in blue plastic with a reduced cord, and it is meant for indoor kitchen use.
A standard-duty motor and a replacement warranty cover the basics for a kitchen sink. The limitation is detail, since no grind chamber size, feed type or installation information is given.
Who it's for
A replacement in an existing sink opening, where the owner already knows the mounting style, suits this standard model. Anyone building a new setup needs more installation facts than this listing provides.
Pros and cons
- Half-horsepower permanent magnet motor
- High-speed motor design
- Over-the-counter replacement warranty
- Voltage and mounting details missing
- Feed type unstated
- Capacity entry unclear
Performance notes
A permanent magnet motor spins at high speed and produces more power per pound, so a light body can still carry a half-horsepower motor. Real-world grinding depends on what goes in and how it is fed, and the listing says nothing about either. Care guidance is absent as well, so follow the maker's printed instructions.
Specifications
| Brand | Whirlaway |
|---|---|
| Model | 291 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 8.7 poundslower than 73% of 27 garbage disposals |
| Item Weight | 8.7 lb |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8.7 liters |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Horsepower | 1/2 horsepower |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Blue |
| Finish | Unfinished |
| Material | Plastic |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year over-the-counter replacement |
| Other details | |
| Motor type | High-speed permanent magnet |
| Opening mechanism | Press-top |
| Room | Kitchen, indoor |
Closest rivals on specs
Moen Host Series GXS75C Garbage Disposal 3/4 HP- Item weight 8.7 vs 7.75 pounds (+12%)
Frequently asked questions
How do I care for the Whirlaway 291 garbage disposer?
The listing gives no care instructions, so follow the maker's printed guide.
What warranty does the Whirlaway 291 disposer have?
The manufacturer text gives a 2 year over-the-counter replacement warranty.