Dishwashers 101 | Consumer Reports

After cleaning performance, CR’s experts say there are several key features to consider before buying a new dishwasher. Its experts share how to choose a machine that will work for your budget, lifestyle and your dishes.
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[@denisplouffe514]

Thank you for this information.

[@echognomecal6742]

Useable info & timely for me. Knowing the dimensions eased my mind. I just measured & should be fine even w the pipe that's there (taking out a cabinet). I'm assuming they're under counter height, standard. I like the "Green Choice" designation, especially since "Energy Start" ratings can be questionable.

[@swilsher]

Any of these dishwashers work well drying plastics?

[@alaaa1794]

Vert informative. Ty

[@SK-lt1so]

We've been very happy with Fischer Paykel 2 drawer washers.

[@steveeb9567]

Miele for the win.

[@BTC909]

I won't get a 3rd rack again which limits taller items.

[@AllyKit]

You can remove them. I removed mine.

[@merlinwizard1000]

1st, 27 February 2024

[@meilancon5765]

"promo sm"

[@rocky0el]

Very abrupt end…

[@rorschachx1479]

upvote if you only hand-wash and hand dry dishes

[@VeganRod]

Don’t play music over your talking

[@justrosy5]

LOL! Just soak your dishes, wash them with soapy water in a bowl or kettle that you wash last, rinse them off, then use your dishwasher as a giant dish drainer. Saves water, electricity, nasty chemical usage, and your privacy. Literally, NO ONE NEEDS TO KNOW what goes on in your home but YOU.

[@mywaterfountain]

Fact check: does not save water. (Per an artical online: Let's use an extreme example to illustrate the point: Last month, we reviewed the Maytag MDB8969SDM, which boasts a "PowerBlast" cycle that uses a ludicrous 10 gallons of water. How does this remarkably inefficient cycle compare to sink-washing by hand? According to a 2011 study from the University of Bonn, the average person uses a whopping 40 gallons of water and 3.5 kWh of electricity washing plates by hand-per session! Earlier this year, Mother Nature Network concluded that hand-washing 10 loads of dishes uses more energy than manufacturing a modern dishwasher. It's almost enough to make PowerBlast seem green.)