Dishwashers Comparison
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GE GSD4060VSS | Maytag MDB4709PAM |
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 GSD4060VSS and Maytag MDB4709PAM 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 GSD4060VSS and Maytag MDB4709PAM 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 GSD4060VSS and Maytag MDB4709PAM 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 GE GSD4060VSS 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 GSD4060VSS and Maytag MDB4709PAM 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.
Maytag MDB4709PAM 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.
GE GSD4060VSS 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.
Maytag MDB4709PAM 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.
Maytag MDB4709PAM 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.
Maytag MDB4709PAM 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.
GE GSD4060VSS is equipped with PVC (powder polyvinyl chloride) racks that prevent your dishes from scratching and ensure long-lasting performance.
Other Features
GE GSD4060VSS 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.
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GE GSD4060VSS | Maytag MDB4709PAM | |
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From $482 | From $496 | |
General Features | ||
Energy Star
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Color
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Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Type
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Built In | Built In |
Capacity (pl. s.)
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12 | 12 |
Dry Type
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Both | Both |
Series
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JetClean Plus Series | |
Noise Level (dBA)
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61 | 57 |
Size
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Standard | Standard |
Cycle Features | ||
Cycles
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5 | 5 |
Delay Start
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China/Crystal Setting
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Heavy Duty Wash
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Quick Wash Setting
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High Temperature Wash
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Number of Options
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5 | 5 |
Wash System
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5-LevelPowerScrub | Chopper |
Wash Sensor
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Normal
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Hi Temp Wash Option
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Rinse Only Cycle
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Controls | ||
Control Style
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Full Console | Full Console |
Control Type
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Digital | Sensor Touch |
Child Lock
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Electronic Display
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Technical Details | ||
Stainless Steel Interior
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Sensor Clean
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Water Filtration
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Water Heating
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Number of Spray Arms
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3 | 2 |
Rack Material
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PVC | Nylon |
Tub Height
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Standard | Tall |
Quiet Package
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Tub Material
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Door Style
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Standard Door | |
Tub and Door Liner
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PermaTuf | |
Motor Type
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QuietPower Motor | |
Exterior Style
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Traditional | |
Leveling Legs
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Door Appearance
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Standard door | |
Installation
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Hard Countertop GPF65 | |
Latch
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Center Throw | |
Energy | ||
Volts (V)
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120 | |
Amps (A)
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15 | |
Calrod Heater Watts
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500 | |
Other Features | ||
ADA
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Accepts Panels
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Cutlery Tray
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Rinse Aid Dispenser
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Hard Food Disposer
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NSF Certified Rinse
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Star-K Certified
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Upper Rack
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Deluxe PlusRemovable | |
Lower Rack
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Deluxe | |
Water Filtration System
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2-Stage Self-Cleaning Filtratrion with ExtraFine Filter | |
Outer Wrap
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Insulation Blanket | |
Sound Tested DBA
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57 | |
Heated Dry Option
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Dimensions | ||
Width (inch)
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24 | 23.88 |
Depth (inch)
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25.75 | 24.5 |
Height (inch)
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34 | 34.5 |
Shipping Weight
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100 | |
Warranty | ||
Parts Warranty
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Limited 1-year entire appliance | |
Labor Warranty
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Limited 1-year entire appliance | |
Miscellaneous | ||
UPC
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883049263724 |