Best Dishwashers

Bosch SHE55M02UC (Around $900)

Best dishwasher. In recent appliance-reliability surveys, Bosch dishwashers are the most quiet and most reliable dishwashers overall. The Bosch SHE55M02UC has extra features for the most flexibility, though some less expensive dishwashers clean just as well. 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 only cycle is helpful for small loads. The Energy Star rated Bosch SHE55M02UC is available in white and black. A stainless steel finish costs extra (Around $1,050).


Kenmore 13742 (Around $650)

Best value. This less expensive Kenmore dishwasher receives high scores for excellent cleaning ability, low noise and overall reliability, but it doesn't have quite as many extra features as more expensive models. This Kenmore dishwasher skips the stainless steel tub in favor of a plastic one which helps to reduce costs. The Kenmore 13742 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 (Around $750). All models are Energy Star rated.


Whirlpool DU1100XTPQ (Around $450)

Budget dishwasher. The Whirlpool DU1100XTPQ doesn't have adjustable racks, fold-down tines or extras like a quick-wash cycle or cutlery rack. It does have a delay start, self-cleaning filter, sanitary cycle and Energy Star rating. Reviews say this dishwasher cleans well and is quiet. Owner surveys also say that Whirlpool is one of the more reliable brands. If you don't care much about loading flexibility or extra cycles, the Whirlpool is a solid, reliable budget dishwasher.


Whirlpool DU850SWPQ (Around $280)

Basic dishwasher. This low-cost Whirlpool dishwasher doesn't clean quite as well as pricier models and it's not as quiet either. But if you just need a bare-bones unit and don't want many features beyond a self-cleaning filter, the Whirlpool is one of the most inexpensive units on the market. There are three wash cycles, a delay start and a one-year warranty.