Dishwashers Comparison

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Whirlpool WDF310PAAT		Hotpoint HDA3600DCC

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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT and Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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).

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT and Hotpoint HDA3600DCC with 12 pieces capacity belong to standard category (9 – 12 pieces) of dishwashers. They are good choice for traditional families of 3 or 4.

Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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.

Controls

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

Dishwashers Whirlpool WDF310PAAT and Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT is 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 Whirlpool WDF310PAAT 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

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT 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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT 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.

Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT and Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT 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.

Whirlpool WDF310PAAT 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.

Hotpoint HDA3600DCC is equipped with PVC (powder polyvinyl chloride) racks that prevent your dishes from scratching and ensure long-lasting performance.

Other Features

Hotpoint HDA3600DCC 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.