Dishwashers Comparison

	VS
GE GLD3846TSA		Hotpoint HDA3640VSA

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.

GE GLD3846TSA and Hotpoint HDA3640VSA 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).

Hotpoint HDA3640VSA with 12 pieces capacity belongs to standard category (9 – 12 pieces) of dishwashers. It is a good choice for traditional families of 3 or 4.

Tall tub dishwasher GE GLD3846TSA with 14 pieces capacity is a worthy investment for large-size families with 5 and more people. This type of appliances is often used in commercial purposes.

Hotpoint HDA3640VSA 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 GE GLD3846TSA and Hotpoint HDA3640VSA 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 GE GLD3846TSA 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

GE GLD3846TSA comes 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.

GE GLD3846TSA features 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.

Hotpoint HDA3640VSA comes with standard tub type that is much easier to install and maintain. This type of dishwashers is convenient and efficient. It is a good choice for small- and middle-sized families.

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

Hotpoint HDA3640VSA is equipped with plastic tub and it is a 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.

GE GLD3846TSA 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.

Hotpoint HDA3640VSA is equipped with PVC (powder polyvinyl chloride) racks that prevent your dishes from scratching and ensure long-lasting performance.

Other Features

GE GLD3846TSA and Hotpoint HDA3640VSA come 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.