Which dishwasher is better?

Most consumers who decide to spend money on a dishwasher are interested in buying the best model, regardless of the amount spent. This is a completely natural desire – no one wants to buy a second-rate product, and if you believe the advertising, there simply aren't any bad dishwashers on the market, but you and I know that's a lie. This reasoning leads us to the logical question: which dishwasher is better, which is worse, and which is completely worthless? How can you find out, and how can you choose the best dishwasher? We need to figure it out!

Is there a better dishwasher out there?

First, let's clarify the definition of "the best dishwasher." Does such a thing even exist? Experts strongly advise avoiding superlatives like "the most," "the best," and "the only one in the world." Such phrases are 100% false, unless, of course, there's a well-known exception. If you are told that a certain model of dishwasher is the best, don’t believe it; the best dishwasher does not exist by definition.

Some may ask why we are so confident in saying that the best dishwasher does not exist in nature. It’s very simple, you just need to turn on basic logic.

• A dishwasher is a complex household appliance with certain characteristics.
• All dishwashers have different characteristics, as do people's needs: some want narrow 45 cm machines, others - full-size 60 cm, and still others - built-in ones.
• Therefore, the best machine can only be selected for a specific family or even for a specific person; no single dishwasher will be the best for everyone.

Perhaps this is why there are so many dishwasher models worldwide, each with a different, sometimes unique, set of features. By delving into these features, consumers can find the exact set they've always dreamed of. Just because one dishwasher seems perfect to one person doesn't mean another will agree and want the same one. It's just the way it is!

Signs to help you choose the best dishwasher

Now that we've established that there's no perfect dishwasher that suits everyone, let's figure out how to find the perfect (or close to perfect) dishwasher for yourself. To do this, you need to identify your selection criteria—the features that are most important to you and that should be present in the dishwasher you're choosing. Simply put, you need to choose a model with technical characteristics that meet your expectations.

Important! To understand which dishwasher features are most important to you, first understand them and how each function works!

So, what characteristics do consumers consider most important? What should you pay attention to right from the start when faced with the difficult task of choosing a dishwasher?

• Size. Most consumers have small kitchens, so every centimeter counts, so they'll choose a dishwasher with the maximum capacity and the smallest footprint. Perhaps this is why dishwashers with a width of 45 cm are more popular than 60 cm.
• Price. Consumers are interested in getting the best machine at the lowest cost, or at least having the cost commensurate with the technical specifications of a particular dishwasher model.
• Possibility of embedding into furniture. Consumers choose built-in dishwashers more often because they look more aesthetically pleasing and don't spoil the kitchen's decor., although non-built-in dishwashers still hold their position.
• Wash program selection. There are some very common and popular wash programs that are essential in the "best" dishwasher, such as "soak," "quick wash," and "high temperature wash."
• Capacity. Ideally, a dishwasher should hold as many place settings as possible without sacrificing space. After all, you want to dump all the dishes that accumulated during the day into the dishwasher at once.
• Wash and Dry Quality. Our ideal dishwasher should clean dishes thoroughly without leaving streaks or marks. It should also dry dishes perfectly, so you can return your pots, pans, plates, and cups to the dishwasher with perfectly dry and clean dishes.
• Cost-effectiveness. A dishwasher should wash dishes perfectly, but use a minimum of water and electricity. The better the fuel economy while maintaining the washing quality, the better the machine.

Carefully read the above selection criteria, set your personal priorities, write down your own criteria, and with your newly compiled selection plan, go to the store to buy your “ideal” dishwasher.

The best dishwasher, according to consumer reviews

When choosing the best 45 or 60 cm dishwasher, you can also rely on consumer experience. However, caution is essential here, as so-called "honest consumer reviews" are often written by dishonest appliance sellers themselves, hoping to attract customers. In this section, we've sought to find genuine reviews from real consumers and rewrite them in a more professional manner. Based on these reviews, we've compiled a list of the top three dishwashers according to consumers.

Please note! People's opinions are subjective and often influenced by advertising, so they should be taken with a grain of salt.

The Korting KDI 4530 built-in dishwasher took first place in the top 3 by the number of positive reviews. Its main advantages are: low price, excellent dishwashing quality, and reliability. The car can be purchased for $220. Notable technical specifications include:

• possibility of embedding;
• Availability of the most popular and in-demand washing programs: delicate, quick, intensive, rinse, etc.
• availability of a delayed start of the washing program;
• Aqua Control leak protection;
• dimensions 45 x 55 x 81 cm;
• capacity up to 9 sets of dishes.

In principle, 9 place settings for a 45 cm wide machine is normal by modern standards, but when combined with other advantages, it turns out to be a very good option.

Second place in the top 3, according to consumers, should go to the Korting KDI 60 30, the most (or one of the most) capacious built-in dishwasher. Its key advantages include low price, excellent cleaning quality, and reliable components. This model can be purchased for $240. Key features:

1. dimensions 60 x 55 x 81 cm;
2. noise level 45 dB;
3. all elements are protected from leaks;
4. tank capacity up to 12 sets of dishes;
5. can be connected to hot water;
6. there is a delay in starting the washing program;
7. water consumption 10 liters.
   

Third place in the top 3, according to consumers, goes to the Bosch SKS41E11RU, a dishwasher measuring just 45 cm tall. Yes, that's right, it's a compact countertop dishwasher. Its key advantages include its compact dimensions of 45 x 50 x 60 cm, light weight, and excellent dishwashing performance. This model costs $230 and boasts many interesting features.

• Despite its small dimensions (height 45 cm), it can accommodate as many as 6 sets of dishes.
• There are 4 most popular programs.
• The machine is protected from leaks.
• The smallest sizes allow you to use only 7 liters of water per wash.
• The smallest dimensions also allow the machine to be placed on a table, on a refrigerator, or hung on special mounts like a microwave oven.

Please note! We've compared the Bosch SKS41E11RU dishwasher to a microwave oven for a reason, as some larger microwaves have dimensions of 45 x 50 x 60 cm.

Nowadays, it's not just the lazy who compile top-rated dishwashers. Repair specialists often do this, regularly publishing their statistics and offering their opinions on the best machines. We won't repeat ourselves in this article, but we can recommend reading about it. Which dishwashers are the most reliable?There you'll find expert opinions on the best modern dishwashers.

In conclusion, we note that the best dishwasher, by all accounts, does not exist in nature and is unlikely to ever appear, since each consumer has their own important technical nuances. Full-size dishwashers with a width of 60 cm are not very popular with consumers; apparently, 60 cm is too large for small "Khrushchev-era" kitchens. Instead of 60 cm wide machines, people are opting for narrow or even compact dishwashers. Our top list of the most popular dishwashers confirms this.

   

1 reader comment

1. February 27, 2018 at 3:38 PM

   Veronica:

   For me, the best dishwasher is: 1) relatively inexpensive, 2) cleans dishes well, 3) doesn't break down. That's it. I found the perfect one for me. It's from Indesit, and I'm quite happy with it.

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