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Best-value dishwasher

*Est. $560 Compare Prices

This mid-priced Kenmore dishwasher receives high scores for excellent cleaning ability and very low noise, but it doesn't have quite as many extra features as more expensive models. The Kenmore dishwasher skips the… stainless-steel tub in favor of a plastic tub, which helps to reduce costs. It has a delay start and a quick-wash cycle, along with extra sound insulation for lower noise. The Kenmore 13742 comes in white, bisque, black or stainless steel (which costs $100 more). All models meet Energy Star standards. As with all dishwashers, we found a smattering of complaints about long-term durability, but most owners are very satisfied.

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ConsumerReports.org: ConsumerReports.org includes the Kenmore 13742 and several other Kenmore dishwashers in its test of nearly 50 models. Consumer ...

Sears.com: The majority of owner-reviewers posting to Sears.com give the Kenmore 13742 high marks for cleaning and quiet operation. At the ...

J.D. Power and Associates: Almost 3,500 people participated in this survey about dishwashers. Brands are rated in six categories, including performance, ...

ConsumerGuide.com: At ConsumerGuide.com, the Kenmore 13742 receives a CG Budget Buy award, but the review appears to be based on the dishwasher's ...

Buzzillions.com: Buzzillions.com compiles user reviews from other sites. The Kenmore 13742 has about 150 owner reviews that give it an average ...

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$559.99 from Sears.com

Best luxury dishwasher

Bosch SHX98M09UC

*Est. $1,550 Compare Prices

In recent appliance-reliability surveys, Bosch dishwashers are the quietest and most reliable dishwashers overall. The top-rated Bosch SHX98M09UC is widely viewed as the quietest (42 decibels) and most energy-efficient… dishwasher available in the United States. Although some less expensive dishwashers clean just as well, the Bosch SHX98M09UC has extra features for the most flexibility. Adjustable racks with fold-down tines and a cup shelf make for loading flexibility. A quick-wash cycle is handy for lightly soiled loads, and a special half-load cycle is helpful for small loads. A soil sensor keeps water usage to a minimum. The Energy Star-rated Bosch SHX98M09UC features a stainless-steel design and stylish hidden controls.

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ConsumerReports.org: ConsumerReports.org tests the Bosch SHX98M09UC for cleaning performance and noise, rating it alongside nearly 50 dishwashers with ...

Choice magazine: Choice is the Australian equivalent of Consumer Reports, with testing that is just as complete and thorough. Most of the tested ...

Which? magazine: Like Choice magazine, this British magazine is similar to Consumer Reports and continually tests dishwashers. In this latest ...

Buzzillions.com: The majority of owner-reviewers posting to Buzzillions.com give the Bosch SHX98M09UC high praise for powerful cleaning abilities, ...

J.D. Power and Associates: No specific models are rated here, but editors report the results of a brand-reliability survey with respect to appliances, ...

Amazon.com: Half a dozen owners at Amazon.com give the Bosch SHX98M09UC excellent ratings. One says it's the quietest and most efficient ...

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Best basic dishwasher

Whirlpool DU1055XTVQ

*Est. $400 Compare Prices

This low-cost Whirlpool DU1055XTVQ dishwasher can clean as well as some more expensive models, but it's not nearly as quiet, and it has no extras such as a quick-wash cycle or a cutlery rack. This dishwasher does have… adjustable tines, a sani-rinse option and a self-cleaning filter. It is also Energy Star-rated. As with most inexpensive dishwashers, we did read some complaints about flimsy plastic parts that may break if treated roughly. There are four wash cycles, a delay start and a one-year warranty. It comes in white, black on black, bisque, silver and stainless steel (for about $100 more).

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ConsumerReports.org: ConsumerReports.org tests the Whirlpool DU1055XTVQ and a few other Whirlpool models in its test of nearly 50 dishwashers. ...

AJMadison.com: About a dozen owner reviews at AJMadison.com give the previous model, the Whirlpool DU1055XTS an overall rating of 3.7 stars out ...

J.D. Power and Associates: This article reports on the results of a brand survey conducted with almost 3,500 participants. Among dishwasher brands, ...

Amazon.com: Just a few owners post reviews for the previous DU1055XTSQ dishwasher at Amazon.com. Ratings are above average, with all owners ...

ABT.com: A handful of users give the Whirlpool DU1055XTVQ an average of four out of five stars at ABT.com. All express satisfaction but ...

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