Dishwashers Comparison
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GE GSD4000VWW | Maytag MDB4709PAW |
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 GSD4000VWW and Maytag MDB4709PAW 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 GSD4000VWW and Maytag MDB4709PAW 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 GSD4000VWW and Maytag MDB4709PAW 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 GSD4000VWW 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 GSD4000VWW and Maytag MDB4709PAW 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 MDB4709PAW 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 GSD4000VWW 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 MDB4709PAW 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 MDB4709PAW 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.
GE GSD4000VWW and Maytag MDB4709PAW 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
GE GSD4000VWW 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 GSD4000VWW | Maytag MDB4709PAW | |
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From $419 | From $447 | |
General Features | ||
Energy Star
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Color
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White | White |
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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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-Level PowerScrub | 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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Nylon | Nylon |
Tub Height
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Standard | Tall |
Quiet Package
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Tub Material
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Plastic | |
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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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 Watts | |
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 Plus | |
Lower Rack
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Removable | |
Silverware Basket
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Deluxe | |
Outer Wrap
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2-Stage Self-Cleaning Filtratrion with ExtraFine Filter | |
Racking System
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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 |
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Miscellaneous | ||
UPC
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84691230366 | 883049254494 |