Dishwashers Comparison

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Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6		Amana ADB1400PYW

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.

Amana ADB1400PYW belongs to the built-in category that is the most highly-demanded by the customers today. It is 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.

Dish-drawer dishwasher Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 is great for smaller loads. Due to the size, it consumes less water per load and it is more energy-efficient, than standard models.

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).

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 and Amana ADB1400PYW with 12 pieces capacity belong to standard category (9 – 12 pieces) of dishwashers. They are good choice for traditional families of 3 or 4.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 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.

Dishwasher Amana ADB1400PYW features a 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.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 is offered with semi-integrated controls style that is considered to be easy-to-use and reliable. This style of controls is a combination of time-honored technologies and modern opportunities.

Child lock in Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 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

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 and Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 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.

Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 and Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Dishwasher Amana ADB1400PYW includes vinyl-coated racks, which have extended benefits of protecting your dishes from rust stains and chipping. They are durable and helpful.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 is equipped with PVC (powder polyvinyl chloride) racks that prevent your dishes from scratching and ensure long-lasting performance.

Other Features

Cutlery tray in Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Amana ADB1400PYW 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.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 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.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCW6 is ADA compliant, what means that it conforms to the standards of Americans with Disabilities Act. This dishwasher will better suit people with disabilities.