Our It List: 3 Dishwashers to Consider for Your Kitchen
Say goodbye to dishwashing dilemmas: discover the smart dishwashers revolutionising your kitchen.
Summary
- Tackle washing woes with a new dishwasher that can meet your needs on many fronts: hygienic washing results, flexible loading, quiet performance and smart control.
- Enjoy greater efficiency with high energy and WELS water ratings.
- Discover our top pick dishwashers from brands including Smeg, Bosch and Beko.
FAQs
Choosing the best dishwasher for your needs involves considering several key factors to ensure it fits your lifestyle, kitchen, and budget:
- Type & Size: Choose from freestanding, built-in, or integrated models, and consider capacity (place settings) – slimline (45cm) for small spaces, full-sized (60cm) for families, ensuring adjustable racks for varied items.
- Efficiency Ratings: Prioritise high Energy Star and WELS (Water Efficiency) ratings for lower running costs and environmental impact.
- Wash Programs & Features: Consider essential cycles (Auto, Intensive, Quick), advanced hygiene options (Hygiene Intense), flexible loading (adjustable racks, sliding cutlery baskets), and effective drying methods (Auto Door Opening, fan-assisted).
- Smart Technology: Evaluate the benefit of Wi-Fi connectivity for remote control, custom programs, and automatic detergent dispensing (Autodose).
- Budget: Balance your initial investment with long-term savings from efficiency and the convenience offered by desired features.
Smart connectivity, often via apps, allows you to remotely monitor and control your dishwasher, download new programs, and even receive notifications, adding immense convenience to your daily routine. Features Autodose eliminate the guesswork of detergent dispensing, automatically providing the optimal amount for each wash, saving you time and ensuring efficient, sparkling results every time.
For enhanced hygiene, look for dishwasher models that feature a Hygiene function that uses high temperatures and steam to eliminate a significant percentage of bacteria and viruses, crucial for families or when someone is sick.
Absolutely. All the models highlighted, including the Smeg DWA615DB3 with its 6-Star WELS rating and the Bosch SMS6HCB01A with its 5.5-Star WELS rating, are designed with efficiency in mind. New dishwashers with advanced technologies and efficient motors are better equipped to deliver energy and water efficient results. Always check the product specs and ratings before purchasing to ensure it aligns with your needs.
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