Dishwasher Reviews

Like any other product of ‘Kenwood’ this model also makes a style statement with its design and technology combination. Kenwood KDWTTB10 Compact Dishwasher belongs to the compact category which is been designed with the black colour housing. More on this product can be obtained in the following review.

Overview:

This compact dishwasher is been equipped with all the features that a normal size dishwasher possesses. It stands competitive for its efficiency in energy and wash performance. The dimension goes with 436 x 550 x 530 mm making it easily installed with the small foot print. The black colour housing and the electronic control system makes it distinguished. Kenwood KDWTTB10 Grade ‘A’ Rated Dishwasher is a freestanding table top appliance which can be easily located in the desired space.

Highlights:

Place setting – This compact model functions with 6 place settings which are international. It does have a dedicated cutlery basket and does handle the crockery and glassware with much care.

Programmes – It gives 6 different instant programmes that specialises in different types of load quantity and type. These programmes include quick wash and pre rinse options also. It also serves a great deed of help during the crunch of time and hence it is great to opt for quick wash. This programme also works conserving the energy and water consumption.

Temperature – The functioning of this appliance is with the variable temperature. It goes well right from the low temperature for the delicate and less soiled dishes and goes high for the full volume with the highly soiled dishes.

Control System:

The control system of this appliance is digital and it does give the benefit of LED display. The selected programme, the time remaining and the temperature setting can be read through the display screen. The present buttons allows you to increase and decrease the time, temperature and the programme selection. With the support of the printed instructions adjacent to the buttons the operations can be carried out at ease.

Consumption and Efficiency:

This model shows the energy consumption and the water consumption as 0.36 kWh and 9.4 litres respectively. The same for the annual consumption is 138.6 kWh and 2068 litres respectively. The efficiency rating for the energy consumption is grade ‘A’ which is the highest and is about 30% better than the lower grade. The wash performance is also rated as grade ‘A’ and the dry performance has grade ‘B’ rating.

Miscellaneous:

Another highlight of Kenwood KDWTTB10 Black Colour Dishwasher is the overflow protection which keeps away the mess and tensions. It also allows the user to pre-programme the appliance with the delay start up to 24 hours. The salt and rinse aid indicators are also available. Further the noise emission is been rated with 55 dBa which might be a drawback for those who desire silent operation which is generally less than 45 dBa.

Kenwood KDWTTB10 Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

A century back, Hoover was the name associated with vacuum cleaners. Today Hoover is the name associated with all home appliances. They aim to understand the current generation requirements and invent products accordingly, thus changing the way of life itself. HFI 303D Fully Integrated 3 Drawer Dishwasher is one such quality product from Hoover. Here is the detailed overview of the product for better understanding.

Structure:

This model is a built-in and fully integrated dishwasher which saves you from complicated functions. It measures 820mm in height, 598mm in width and 550mm in depth, a dimension which makes it possible to be tucked under the counter. Hoover HFI 303D Built-In Dishwasher is provided with three drawers to keep the vessels and the display system is a digital display. The feet can be adjusted so that the equipment is at even level if the floor surface is uneven. The interior is made of AISI 304 stainless steel and it weighs 35 kg.

Place settings:

This model comes with 15 place settings. Place setting is a value which indicates the machines capacity which is formulated by IEC standard and it is one parameter to compare models. This is approximately bigger in size by 25% when compared to a standard 12 place setting.

The drawers:

This model has 3 drawers and its special feature is the extra top drawer. This increases the capacity of the dishwasher by 35% when compared to a standard 12 place setting. Moreover the height of the upper basket is adjustable, depending on the size of the vessels to be washed, this height can be altered. The adjustable range for upper basket is 21 and 27 cm which give the lower basket a range between 25 and 31 cm.

Programmes and Temperature:

This model has 5 different programmes to choose from according to the type and quantity of vessels. The temperature settings are 4 in number which again can be chosen as per the needs. If only few vessels are to be washed you can choose a half load button, now the washer will accordingly reduce the amount of water, energy consumption and the time of the wash cycle.

Other Product Features:

• This model has self cleaning stainless steel micro filter  keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.
• Self cleaning stainless steel micro filter keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.
• It also comes with front access levelling facility, balanced door and salt indicator light. A balanced door has hinges which provide balanced tension which means the door will not fall open or snap shut. Opening and closing of the door will be smooth and controlled.
• A salt indicator light will be switched on when the salt levels are low in the tray just reminding you to refill it.
• Delay start function has been the prime look out by many customers as they allow you to plan ahead. It is easy to get the clean dishes when you required them and it allows setting the program up to 9 hour delay start. This is also a good option to make use of the cheap night electricity.
• Self cleaning stainless steel micro filter keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.

Efficiency and Rating:

Hoover HFI 303D 1100 Watts Dishwasher works with the water consumption of 13 litres per wash which is slightly higher for a 12 place setting. It has a digital program display. It has quick wash facility and produces only 49dba. This product has achieved an AAA rating, energy efficiency class is ‘A’, wash efficiency class is ‘A’ and dry efficiency class is also ‘A’.

Hoover HFI 303D Built-in Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

De Dietrich the brand enriched with innovations and many discoveries has a long history to talk about. It has been over 300 years and its progress still continues. They are the innovator of the most sophisticated appliance available today and its recent addition to the product range is the 2011 collection which is a fusion of stainless steel and glass giving a highly refined appearance. De Dietrich DVH640JU1 Fully Integrated Dishwasher is one among the cultured models of this eminent brand and the following review brings out more details of the product.

Overview:

This model is a fully integrated which gets intermingles with the interiors. The highlight of this model is the intelligent control system which gives automatic wash, rinse and dry functions resulting in optimised cleanliness. This system works automatically and the ICS programmes the wash, rinse and dry cycle by conserving the time and energy used. This works based on the load size and the dirt level.

Physical Characteristics:

This integrated model works with the touch control system. It is been built-in in the dimension of 820mm in height, 600mm in width and 570mm in depth. The height of the appliance is adjustable and it can be extended up to 880mm.

Place settings – This model gives 13 international place settings and it goes with 1 large cutlery basket, 2 multi positioned cutlery baskets, the upper basket is adjustable while the racks for glasses and dishes can be folded if not required. De Dietrich DVH640JU1 ICS System Dishwasher does come with the glass support racks while the lower basket also has foldable plate racks.

Baskets – The available baskets are made of metallic silver finish which gives rich look and also works best with durability.

Interior light – Present in this model is the light which illuminates when the door is been opened. This helps to load and unload easily doing away with the fear of damages.

Programmes and Controls:

This DVH640JU1 Dishwasher functions with 7 different programmes with 7 different temperature options. The available programmes are ICS 50°C – 60°C, boost 70°C, normal 60°C, wash (night) 50°C, ECO 55°C, crystal 45°C, rapid 30 minutes 40°C. Another interesting highlight of this model is the touch control system. This model also comes with the LCD screen which displays the selected programme and temperature, end time, delay start settings, remaining time indication and the programme progress intimation.

Other product details:

• Multi-purpose tablet option is available which unlike the traditional products like the powder detergent, liquid detergent, regenerating salt and rinsing product this multi-purpose tablet gives an alternative for all these and the programme can be selected for the same.
• Salt and rinse aid indicators are present which intimates the requirement of these aids in order to bring out best results.
• Child lock option enhances the security as the programme is completely protected against the unauthorised operations.
• End of cycle signal is an audible intimation that is been giving after the completion of the programme which allows the user to schedule the unloading task.
• Turbo ventilation for faster drying present in this model is a good technology that gives best results quicker and easier.
• Eolyse function – 100% fresh air helps to give the contents the fresh feel and the odour is also fresh.
• 6 spraying levels and 4 filter levels are few other functional abilities of this model that keeps it going competitive.

Safety and Efficiency:

De Dietrich DVH640JU1 Built-In Dishwasher gives the total aqua block safety as it takes care of the Anti-overflow, Anti-leak, Anti-pipe burst and Electrical water intake cut off. The total water consumption for the single programme is 11 litres. The energy consumption is 1.05 kwh while the maximum programme time is 145 minutes. Overall this model is been rated as grade ‘AAA’ for its energy, washing and drying efficiency. This model is also a total silence operation with the noise emission of 43 dBa.

Warranty:

The manufacturer offers a warranty for the period of 5 years. This keeps the appliance at a competitive level.

De Dietrich DVH640JU1 60cm Width Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

The task of having people over for dinner is daunting when one pictures the stack of dirty dishes. But the introduction of dishwashers has created leisure time for people so that one can be surrounded with family and friends instead of dirty dishes and soap suds. AEG has innovatively designed dishwashers with different structural advantage and they go on categorisation as built-in, fully integrated, semi-integrated, freestanding and compact. One can be assured to quality and efficiency which are the main talk words of the workforce in AEG. The following review of AEG F55200VI0 Fully Integrated Compact Dishwasher allows you to have a closer and clearer picture of the same.

The Differentiated features:

Structure – This model is a highly compact appliance that stands to compliment the kitchen space. It takes the dimension of 447mm in height, 545mm in width and 494mm in depth. The weight of the same is not a big consideration as it weighs just 22.56kg. It is a fully integrated model and so is there no worry on tough settings.

Extra Clean Dishes – The advanced intensive care programme which works with 70 degree C gives much more hygienic and clean finish to the dishes. This programmed runs with the extension of 11 minutes where in the final hot rinse makes it possible to deliver these extra clean dishes.

Perfection – This model is been designed that lets an indication of the perfect salt and rinse aid levels for each and every load. They are important to achieve perfectly clean dishes and to support the same the LED indicators intimates the right balance of the salt and the rinse aid and the indicator is present in the control panel.

Delay Start Function – This has been the prime look out by many customers as they allow you to plan ahead. It is easy to get the clean dishes when you required them and it allows setting the program up to 19 hour delay start. This is also a good option to make use of the cheap night electricity.

Intelligent programme – The sensor technology present in this model detects the size and the cleanliness of the load and it works best to choose the programme itself. This programme also makes sure to save on electricity and the detergent, hence gives you a hassle free cleaning.

The General Know how:

AEG F55200VI0 Built-In Dishwasher in its white housing is an attraction among the built in models. It works in the residual drying type. It offers 5 different programmes which go with the pro, auto, eco, 30min and silent. They make a great option to select each time. The special programmes are Intensive care at 70 degree C wash, Automatic at 45-70 degree C wash and advanced intensive care at 70 degree C wash. There are 3 temperature settings that aid the dishwasher in its different programmes. The appliance is equipped with half load option too. This is very beneficial when there are fewer vessels to wash. The user can make use of the most economical time for energy as this unit has the delay start function too. This helps to set the timings according to the user’s convenience.

Efficiency and Rating:

This model works with the water consumption of 7 litres per wash which is on the average side of utilisation. The controls are digital and it does have indicators to intimate the status. This is one of the quietest operational appliance which works with the noise emission of mere 45 dBa. The performance rating for the wash and dry functions are grade ‘A’ and ‘B’ respectively. The energy efficiency is been rated with grade ‘A’.

Overall, AEG F55200VI0 White Colour Dishwasher is quite impressive and the many distinguished features keep it a step ahead in the competition. The 6 place settings is the capacity that is based on the IEC standard place settings using a common measure.

AEG F55200VI0 Compact Size Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

Maytag, the global brand which works with the motto of ‘Build strong to last long’ they go by it and innovate products that are perfect in design and performance. They offer dishwashers in both integrated and freestanding models. With the enriched features and to suit the current lifestyle the features are many to keeps it going strong in the competitive market. Maytag XXL Fully Integrated MDW 171TN Dishwasher adds value to the home and it is belongs to the double XL type that transforms the mundane take to an interesting one. The following review gives you a tour about the product features and functions.

Physical Characteristics:

This model belongs to the fully integrated type of construction which blends to any type of interiors. The dimension of this XXL model is 860mm in height, 596mm in width and 570 mm in depth. When the door opens the depth measures 1230mm. Maytag XXL 17 Place Setting Dishwasher is also height adjustable up to 50mm which gives more convenient installation. The weight of the appliance with and without the softener is 56kg and 53kg respectively. The housing is white in colour which blends with wide options.

Place Settings and Programmes:

This model comes with the international place setting of 17 which gives a perfect place for different kinds of items. The available programmes 13 and each of it functions with the different temperature settings. The following are the preset programmes Auto, daily, time. Quick, heavy, normal, mix, ½ load upper rack, ½ lower rack, delicate, rinse and hold, rinse and dry, turbo dry. Each of these programmes functions with different heat settings and they make a great go for saving energy too.

Features:

Perfectly balance door – This gives a perfect design that is solidly finish. Once the door is been opened you could see a perfectly balanced door. This makes closing and opening of the door easy.

Multiple spray arms – There are 10 spray zones and this multiple spray arms use less water and also ensure better cleaning and it is more efficient.

Enclosed heating elements – This is a safety feature and the concealed heating element functions with out hurting the user. Further the housing is detached from the heating element which gives a cool touch of the appliance. The interior also looks clean and tidy.

Delay start – This model permits to set the programme about 24 hours in advance which ensures the user to make use of the low cost electricity and also plan the work schedule in advance.

Programming Options:

• Half-load option gives the user to use the dishwasher even with half load and by utilising only half power and water.
• Drying option can be set on or off based on the user requirement and the demand of the load.
• Super rinse gives a better cleaning effect and is suitable for the highly soiled dish. It makes it super clean.
• Cool touch body gives it a safe handling, without the fear of burning the finger the appliance can be handled.
• Time saver and Time set gives the optimised cleaning which go as expected.

Consumption and Efficiency:

The annual energy consumption is 229 kWh and the water consumption for per wash is 9.9 litres. The energy efficiency of Maytag XXL White Colour MDW 171TN Dishwasher is been rated as grade ‘A’ while the wash and the dry performance is also grade ‘A’. The noise level accounts to be 45dBa which can be called as a silent one.

Guarantee:

Offered by the manufacture is the guarantee for the period of 2 years which includes labour and parts.

Maytag XXL Integrated Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table