Dishwashers Comparison

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Frigidaire FBD2400KQ		Amana ADB1400AWQ

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.

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ 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).

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ 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 Amana ADB1400AWQ 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.

Amana ADB1400AWQ 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.

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ 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 Frigidaire FBD2400KQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ 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 Amana ADB1400AWQ 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

Amana ADB1400AWQ 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.

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ 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.

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

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ and Amana ADB1400AWQ are equipped with plastic tub and they are 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.

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 ADB1400AWQ includes vinyl-coated racks, which have extended benefits of protecting your dishes from rust stains and chipping. They are durable and helpful.

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ 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 ADB1400AWQ 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.

Frigidaire FBD2400KQ 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.