We're eventually going to get a new built-in dishwasher to replace the Evil 1987 GE-built Tappan that died on us here a few months ago, which one is the best, a MOL GE dishwasher or a MOL Whirlpool dishwasher, and which one was higher rated by Consumer Reports?
Which dishwasher is the best?
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Why only those two brands? Personally, I'd opt for a GE PDW7800 or for SS interior, PDDW8200.
Said it before, say it again
I am very happy with my lower-midline GE portable.
Quiet, cleans well, good with water use.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
I am very happy with my lower-midline GE portable.
Quiet, cleans well, good with water use.
Lawrence/Maytagbear
tbolt25-- I sent some dishwasher ratings from Consumer Reports to you via the e-mail address listed in your profile. Hope you find it helpful in your hunt for a new DW.
Johnb300m~
I concur with your above post 100%.
I concur with your above post 100%.
lederstiefel1
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The best, I reckon is MIELE, isn't it?!
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jasonl
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MOL Kenmore with Smartwash. Not tall tub but it cleans wonderfully.
Jason, dishwashers like that aren't offered anymore. Pretty much tall tubs.
Jason that MOL Kenmore (1603/1703) is a tall tub design, I would recommed and whirlpool product and/or Kenmore made by Whirlpool (DO NOT BUY A FRIGIDAIRE or Kenmore manufactured by Frigidaire which would be most kenmore models under $399) I have sold very little G.E. dishwashers because almost everyone that I have sold has either come back or has been repaired multiple times. They have almost no comparable features to Kenmore/Whirlpool. take a look at the KM/ 1603/1703:
Price: 488.88
Smart wash, quiet gaurd 4, Nylon coated racks, adjustable top rack with adjustable tines etc.
GE GLD5860LSS: Price $499.99
No sensor wash, Quiet power 2, plastic coated racks, no adjustable racks or tines. Its essentially the same price but it has no comparable features and the reliablity of the newer GE's arent very good at all.
Id say go with Bosch, but our Bosch just took a dump only after 3 months and the tech says that its un-repairable. But we are getting a nicer dishwasher
Ill just say that it has 3 racks 
Price: 488.88
Smart wash, quiet gaurd 4, Nylon coated racks, adjustable top rack with adjustable tines etc.
GE GLD5860LSS: Price $499.99
No sensor wash, Quiet power 2, plastic coated racks, no adjustable racks or tines. Its essentially the same price but it has no comparable features and the reliablity of the newer GE's arent very good at all.
Id say go with Bosch, but our Bosch just took a dump only after 3 months and the tech says that its un-repairable. But we are getting a nicer dishwasher
Ill just say that it has 3 racks 
I know somebody who replaced a Bosch about 3 years old. Pump went bad, quoted $425 to repair. They were gonna do it, but got tired of waiting after a month for the serviceman to get the part.
I really like the idea of a 3rd rack for utensils in the Kit
Indeed, but it is an original Miele idea and the best thing they've ever done for their dishwashers. Apparently (from reading at THS) the Kitchen Aid cutlery tray is a poor rip off of the Miele version. But yes, when it comes to the cutlery tray ours is great...
...talking of which in my experience this Miele dishwasher my parents have is the best ever (cleans everything even stuff you wouldn't think would come out clean); and seeming as they can be had for as little as £350 here in the UK there's no other way really... however I've heard that they are quite pricy in the USA!
Jon
Indeed, but it is an original Miele idea and the best thing they've ever done for their dishwashers. Apparently (from reading at THS) the Kitchen Aid cutlery tray is a poor rip off of the Miele version. But yes, when it comes to the cutlery tray ours is great...
...talking of which in my experience this Miele dishwasher my parents have is the best ever (cleans everything even stuff you wouldn't think would come out clean); and seeming as they can be had for as little as £350 here in the UK there's no other way really... however I've heard that they are quite pricy in the USA!
Jon
Yes, the dishwasher that I got is the KUDU02FRBL. Its not as quiet as the Bosch (51 db, Bosch was 48). We Finally got one on display at work and I fell in love with it! It just feels so much better built then the Bosch.
Plus it has the "blue" lighting and a hard food disposal!
I cant wait for it to get here, and run a Maiden Bob Load® through it!
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Plus it has the "blue" lighting and a hard food disposal!
I cant wait for it to get here, and run a Maiden Bob Load® through it!
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Hard Food Disposal
The other night we were having crab for dinner and some of the shells were still on the plate, but we knew our dishwasher had this useful feature. About 2 minutes into the cycle, I hear this scary buzzing noise coming from the wash module, which really freaked me out, because I had never heard the disposer operate before, even when there were large egg shells in the water. Anyway, it did it's job and the shells were flushed down the drain. Also it is extremely quiet when it fills.
BTW, does anyone know if my QuietGuard 7 model comes with a bottom insulation pad, because it didn't, and I read somewhere that it should. I also think that my machine was tested at the factory.
The other night we were having crab for dinner and some of the shells were still on the plate, but we knew our dishwasher had this useful feature. About 2 minutes into the cycle, I hear this scary buzzing noise coming from the wash module, which really freaked me out, because I had never heard the disposer operate before, even when there were large egg shells in the water. Anyway, it did it's job and the shells were flushed down the drain. Also it is extremely quiet when it fills.
BTW, does anyone know if my QuietGuard 7 model comes with a bottom insulation pad, because it didn't, and I read somewhere that it should. I also think that my machine was tested at the factory.
Actually, I mean the insulation that is packaged in the tub that you have to put under manually, and the buzzing noise was only there for a couple of seconds. It wasn't that loud, but noticeable. It was kind of like adding the noise of an electric hair trimmer to the dishwasher noise.
jasonl
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Just push START
Bobby, thanks for the info. I didn't know it was a tall tub. I guess since the top rack is adjustable. I have the top rack in its UP position because sometimes plates can get hung up on the upper arm if it's low. But if it's in the top position, I can't wash wine glasses (no, I don't drink wine, I drink sparkling grape juice).
I always use Normal wash, hi-tech wash, heated dry. Put a Cascade 2-n-1 pack and push Start. Next morning, clean dishes.
Bobby, thanks for the info. I didn't know it was a tall tub. I guess since the top rack is adjustable. I have the top rack in its UP position because sometimes plates can get hung up on the upper arm if it's low. But if it's in the top position, I can't wash wine glasses (no, I don't drink wine, I drink sparkling grape juice).
I always use Normal wash, hi-tech wash, heated dry. Put a Cascade 2-n-1 pack and push Start. Next morning, clean dishes.
