Shopping for a dishwasher...good ones??

[4ps]

After 6 1/2 years, ours bit the dust. Too many rounds of washing soaked the circuit board a few times (had it replaced twice) and you can only replace it so many times...a money pit!

So, we are in the market. Would love suggestions of new models that you may own, or a dishwasher you have had over 5 years without issues. We need a stainless model, but do not like the stainless interior unless it's ultra quiet. (probably impossible).

Our top wire rack was always too shaky for my taste and the glassware did not get clean enough. I have noticed newer models with an improvement in this area. We would also prefer a quiet model for nighttime washing...and honestly, so would the dog.

Thanks for any product advice you can give.
I was told to check out the Appliance Store in Mechanicsville and Lowes.

Signed,

Dishpan Hands

 

[StrawberryGal]

Bosch Dishwashers

 

[lovinmaryland]

I will be watching this thread too because we need one too!

 

[StrawberryGal]

Bosch Home Appliances - Built-in Dishwashers | Award-Winning Bosch Dishwashers from Bosch

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[BadGirl]

[We have a stainless steel (inside and outside) Bosch dishwasher. One thing that is particularly nice about it is that it is VERY quiet. It cleaned very thoroughly, too.

We've been in the house for 18 months, and I think that I've used it - maybe - 10 times. I just prefer to hand wash my dishes, unless I'm having a big dinner party or something like that.

 

[BernieP]

Bosch Dishwashers

that's what I have heard.

Believe it or not, check with the people at Lowes (if in St. Mary's).
They carry a number of lines and can give you a decent comparison.
Or if you have a good repair technician ask them what they think.
I know the guys that we use for appliance repair will tell you what they think of certain products.

 

[lovinmaryland]

[We have a stainless steel (inside and outside) Bosch dishwasher. One thing that is particularly nice about it is that it is VERY quiet. It cleaned very thoroughly, too.

We've been in the house for 18 months, and I think that I've used it - maybe - 10 times. I just prefer to hand wash my dishes, unless I'm having a big dinner party or something like that.

Really

When the dishwasher was working we normally would hand wash them but put them in the dishwasher to really clean them good and sanatize them. I have been handwashing for a month now and cant stand it!

 

[StrawberryGal]

that's what I have heard.

Believe it or not, check with the people at Lowes (if in St. Mary's).
They carry a number of lines and can give you a decent comparison.
Or if you have a good repair technician ask them what they think.
I know the guys that we use for appliance repair will tell you what they think of certain products.

Yep. We got ours' from Sears back in 2005 when my old dishwasher crapped out on us, and it's still running GREAT! I use it everyday. It's very quiet (people told me that), and all my dishes comes out very clean. If they aren't clean, you need to pour white vinegar in soap tray and turn the dishwasher on by itself with nothing in it to let it clean every once a month.

Really

When the dishwasher was working we normally would hand wash them but put them in the dishwasher to really clean them good and sanatize them. I have been handwashing for a month now and cant stand it!

You'll LOVE Bosch dishwasher, and it will be your best friend!

 

[SoMdDude]

Kenmore Elite model here, stainless inside and out, got it from sears and it is very quiet...dont recall the numbers on it but it was quieter than any other model they had on display that was up and running/working when we bought it. Cleans great! In laws had a Bosch when they lived here and it seemed to work pretty good as well...

 

[GWguy]

Find someone with a copy of Consumer Reports that compares the new models.

I have a Maytag that has been terrific for over 10 years, MDB8600AWW. I got this one because it has 3 racks instead of the normal 2. The bottom-most rack is flat with no prongs, great for large pans. If you remove the 2nd rack, you can put huge soup pots in there. Very quiet.

 

[4ps]

Thanks everyone! I really appreciate your input on the forum. We can all help eachother

Will check Bosch out and I do like the three rack system. Will check that out too. Family of four, but that bottom rack for pots etc. might even make us eat out less! LOL

 

[BernieP]

The problem with the other name brands, like MAYTAG, is that they are no longer manufactured in the USoA. The name is the same, the production line is different.
Kenmore is even worse, Kenmore is a product manufactured for Sears by another. You have no idea who is building that product now, the Kenmore from 3 years ago could be entirely different today. You have one source of supply for Kenmore service - SEARS.
One of your best sources of information on reliabilty and maintainability of applicance is your repairman. It's one thing P&W was so good with, they not only sold various makes and models, they serviced them.

 

[lovinmaryland]

The problem with the other name brands, like MAYTAG, is that they are no longer manufactured in the USoA. The name is the same, the production line is different.
Kenmore is even worse, Kenmore is a product manufactured for Sears by another. You have no idea who is building that product now, the Kenmore from 3 years ago could be entirely different today. You have one source of supply for Kenmore service - SEARS.
One of your best sources of information on reliabilty and maintainability of applicance is your repairman. It's one thing P&W was so good with, they not only sold various makes and models, they serviced them.

Well ####, there goes my idea of getting the Kenmore Elite gas oven!

 

[GWguy]

The problem with the other name brands, like MAYTAG, is that they are no longer manufactured in the USoA. The name is the same, the production line is different.
Kenmore is even worse, Kenmore is a product manufactured for Sears by another. You have no idea who is building that product now, the Kenmore from 3 years ago could be entirely different today. You have one source of supply for Kenmore service - SEARS.
One of your best sources of information on reliabilty and maintainability of applicance is your repairman. It's one thing P&W was so good with, they not only sold various makes and models, they serviced them.

Absolutely true. My Maytag was also a Kenmore and Whirlpool under different models, but the same unit.

 

[Katt]

I love my KitchenAid Stainless Steel washer. Cleans like nobody's business too. Quiet too. I had a GE that came with the house, and it didn't hold a candle to the KitchenAid. Bosch was out of my price range. Whatever.

 

[nicole_M]

We have all GE Profile [stainless] appliances and we absolutely love them. Dishwasher cleans well and is very quiet.

 

[itsbob]

Consumer Reports says (from top to bottom).

Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55M1[2]UC
Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55M1[2]UC
Price: $850
Summary
This Bosch conventional dishwasher was excellent in overall performance, and • Has a soil sensor.
• Requires periodic cleaning of filter.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• No controls are hidden.
• Has a stainless steel tub.
• Has adjustable tines.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55P0[ ]UC
$850
81 120



Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55P0[ ]UC
Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55P0[ ]UC
Price: $850
Summary
The Ratings applied to untested model Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55P0[ ]UC come from our tests of model Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55M1[2]UC, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
See model overview
Tested model:
Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55M1[2]UC
Similar to tested model: Bosch Evolution 500 SHE55M1[2]UC $850 81 120


LG Steam LDF7932[ST]
LG Steam LDF7932[ST]
Price: $1000
Summary
This LG conventional dishwasher was very good in overall performance, and • Has a soil sensor.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• Some controls are hidden.
• Has a stainless steel tub.
• Has adjustable tines.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
$1000
80 130


LG LDF6920[WW]
LG LDF6920[WW]
Price: $700
Summary
This LG conventional dishwasher was very good in overall performance, and • Has a soil sensor.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• All controls are hidden.
• Has a stainless steel tub.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
$700
79 125


Kenmore Pro HE 1317[3]
Kenmore Pro HE 1317[3]
Price: $1390
Summary
This Kenmore conventional dishwasher was very good in overall performance, and
• Has a soil sensor.
• Requires periodic cleaning of filter.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• Some controls are hidden.
• Has a stainless steel tub.
• Has adjustable tines.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
$1390 79 145



Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q]
Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q]
Price: $500
Summary
This Whirlpool conventional dishwasher was very good in overall performance, and • Has a soil sensor.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• No controls are hidden.
• Has a Plastic tub.
• Has adjustable tines.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
Similar models:



Whirlpool Gold GU2275XTV[ ]
Whirlpool Gold GU2475XTV[ ]
$500 78 135
Whirlpool Gold GU2275XTV[ ]
Whirlpool Gold GU2275XTV[ ]
Price: $450
Summary
The Ratings applied to untested model Whirlpool Gold GU2275XTV[ ] come from our tests of model Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q], which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both. The untested model has hidden controls, but does not have Power Scour
See model overview
Tested model:
Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q]
Similar to tested model: Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q] $450
78 135


Whirlpool Gold GU2475XTV[ ]
Whirlpool Gold GU2475XTV[ ]
Price: $550
Summary
The Ratings applied to untested model Whirlpool Gold GU2475XTV[ ] come from our tests of model Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q], which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both. The untested model has hidden controls.
See model overview
Tested model:
Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q]
Similar to tested model: Whirlpool Gold GU2300XTV[Q] $550 78 135


Bosch SHX43P1[2]UC
Bosch SHX43P1[2]UC
Price: $800
Summary
This Bosch conventional dishwasher was very good in overall performance, and
• Has a soil sensor.
• Requires periodic cleaning of filter.
• Flatware basket has lid with individual slots.
• All controls are hidden.
• Has a stainless steel tub.
• Has adjustable tines.
• Has an adjustable upper rack.
See model overview
Similar models:
Bosch SHE43F1[ ]UC
Bosch SHE43P0[ ]UC
Bosch SHE43P1[ ]UC
Bosch SHV43P1[ ]UC
$800
77 115



Bosch SHE43F1[ ]UC
Bosch SHE43F1[ ]UC
Price: $750
Summary
The Ratings applied to untested model Bosch SHE43F1[ ]UC come from our tests of model Bosch SHX43P1[2]UC, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
See model overview
Tested model:
Bosch SHX43P1[2]UC

 

[4ps]

Wow! Thanks for printing all that for review. Helpful info.
We have all Frigidaire stainless appliances and thus far the only thing that "went" and it is due to poor design of the keypad, is the dishwasher. No complaints otherwise, but looking at these others, they do more than mine does, and maybe, just maybe they will save me lots more time. No rewashing!

Thanks again. I love when the forum is so helpful like this. I've seen some pretty goofy posts before LOL

 

[unxpcted]

I find that my wife makes for a pretty good dishwasher....

 

[bulldog]

Find someone with a copy of Consumer Reports that compares the new models.

I have a Maytag that has been terrific for over 10 years, MDB8600AWW. I got this one because it has 3 racks instead of the normal 2. The bottom-most rack is flat with no prongs, great for large pans. If you remove the 2nd rack, you can put huge soup pots in there. Very quiet.

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