Dishwashers Comparison

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GE GLDA696PSS		Frigidaire FDB2410HIC

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 GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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).

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC with 12 pieces capacity belong to standard category (9 – 12 pieces) of dishwashers. They are good choice for traditional families of 3 or 4.

Controls

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

Dishwashers GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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.

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC are 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 Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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 GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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.

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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.

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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.

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.

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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

Frigidaire FDB2410HIC 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.

GE GLDA696PSS and Frigidaire FDB2410HIC are ADA compliant, what means that they conform to the standards of Americans with Disabilities Act. These dishwashers will better suit people with disabilities.