Dishwashers Comparison

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Maytag MDB6709AWQ		Amana ADB1400AWQ

General Features

Dishwashers differ by size, design and installation method. In accordance with these criteria the units are divided into: built-in, portable, countertop, commercial and drawer types.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ belong to the built-in category that is the most highly-demanded by the customers today. They are a beneficial solution for middle- and large-sized families and for homeowners, who have a spare room in the kitchen and wash large loads of dishes.

Depending on the quantity of five-piece sets that a dishwasher can accommodate, the units are divided into: compact (5 – 8 pieces), standard (9 – 12 pieces) and tall tub (13 – 20 pieces).

Tall tub dishwashers Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ with 14 pieces capacity are worthy investment for large-size families with 5 and more people. This type of appliances is often used in commercial purposes.

Amana ADB1400AWQ comes with heated type of drying that ensures fast and efficient operation. Using a dishwasher with this type of drying, you can avoid water spots on the dishes.

Controls

Dishwashers' controls are available in three styles: fully integrated, full console and semi-integrated.

Dishwashers Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ feature traditional full console control style, what means that the control panel is located at the top of the door. This style of controls is convenient and time-proven.

Child lock in Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ is a useful feature for families with kids. It allows you to lock the control panel and so prevent children from opening the dishwasher or changing the cycle.

Cycle Features

Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ come with Delay Start feature that allows you to set the time, when you want a dishwasher to start, for example during low-rate electricity time, when you leave home or sleep.

Technical Details

Dishwashers are available with several tub types and they are: tall and standard.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ feature tall tub type that is specially designed to increase the capacity of the dishwasher and to provide you with more convenience. This type of dishwashers comes with better sound-dampening design.

The material of dishwasher tub can be: stainless steel, plastic or combination of stainless steel and plastic.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ are equipped with plastic tub and they are worthy investment for people with limited budgets. This type of dishwashers is more affordable, than models with stainless steel tub, and it is still reliable, efficient and durable.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ includes a Sensor Clean feature that ensures excellent cleaning results and efficient operation. With the help of sensors a dishwasher detects how dirty dishes are and makes sure that all dirty water is recirculated through the wash cycle.

Dishwasher racks have been improved considerably during the last decades. Today they are made of metal mainly and can be coated with: nylon, vinyl or PVC.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ comes with nylon-coated racks that are considered to be the most resistant to chipping and scratching. This material is used to minimize wear and tear.

Dishwasher Amana ADB1400AWQ includes vinyl-coated racks, which have extended benefits of protecting your dishes from rust stains and chipping. They are durable and helpful.

Other Features

Cutlery tray in Amana ADB1400AWQ dishwasher frees up more space for you in the bottom section of the unit. It is space-efficient and convenient. Besides it guarantees well interior arrangement.

Maytag MDB6709AWQ comes with Hard Food disposer that allows you to put dishes in the dishwasher, without rinsing them first. This feature saves your time and prevents the plugging of the unit's drain system.