Dishwashers Comparison

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KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL		Bosch SPE5ES55UC

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.

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL and Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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).

Bosch SPE5ES55UC with 9 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 KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL with 15 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.

Bosch SPE5ES55UC has a vented type of drying that is more energy-efficient, than heated dry type in other models. Due to the usage of exhaust fan, this type of dishwashers can help to decrease the electricity bills and prevent you from extra-pays.

Controls

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

Dishwashers KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL and Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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.

Bosch SPE5ES55UC is equipped with electronic display that allows you to select a necessary washing, rinsing or drying cycle easily and quickly. It can also let you know the durability of a cycle.

Child lock in KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL and Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL 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.

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL and Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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.

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL and Bosch SPE5ES55UC feature stainless steel interior that is reasonably considered to be more durable and reliable. This type of dishwashers is more resistant to odors, stains and bacteria growth.

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

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL 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.

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL 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.

Other Features

Cutlery tray in Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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.

Bosch SPE5ES55UC 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.

KitchenAid KUDE20IXBL comes with adjustable upper rack that provides you with more flexibility and convenient. This feature allows you to accommodate large and oddly-shaped dishes easily and quickly.

Bosch SPE5ES55UC is ADA compliant, what means that it conforms to the standards of Americans with Disabilities Act. This dishwasher will better suit people with disabilities.