Dishwashers Comparison

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KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS		GE PDWT580VSS

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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS 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 KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS with 16 pieces capacity are worthy investment for large-size families with 5 and more people. This type of appliances is often used in commercial purposes.

Controls

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

KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS come with fully integrated controls, what means that they are hidden inside the unit. This type of dishwashers will create a modern and neat look, and add elegance to any kitchen interior.

GE PDWT580VSS 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS 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.

KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS include a Sensor Clean feature that ensures excellent cleaning results and efficient operation. With the help of sensors dishwashers detect how dirty dishes are and make 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS come 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 KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS 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.

GE PDWT580VSS 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 KUDE60HXSS and GE PDWT580VSS come 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.