Dishwashers

Independent and trusted reviews, tests and buying guide of dishwashers and dishwasher detergents.

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Aldi Stirling dishwasher first look

We take a sneak peek at this bargain Aldi dishwasher, which is available for a limited time only.

15 May 2013 | The Stirling dishwasher is economical in every sense, but we reveal whether it also has sterling performance.

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Dishwasher reviews

We take the guesswork out of buying your next dishwasher, with models from Asko, Bosch, Miele and Westinghouse among those on test.

9 Apr 2013 | We've rated 20 dishwashers on their washing and drying performance, energy and water efficiency.

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Country of origin

Where are your products made? It's unlikely that you'll find a major product manufactured that is made wholly in one country.

11 Jan 2012 | CHOICE lists country of origin on whitegoods and appliances and other non-food products due to our members' wishes.

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Dishwasher detergent reviews

Tablets are convenient but cost more than double per wash than powders.

2 Jun 2009 | Since CHOICE's last dishwasher detergent report in Jan 2007, the number of dishwasher detergents sold has risen from 18.7 million to 19.8 million per year, that's an extra 38 million washes.

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Dishwashers buying guide

Searching for a new dishwasher? Consider these factors before buying.

3 Mar 2009 | A dishwasher can save you hours of slaving over a hot sink and help save the planet too – used properly, dishwashers are generally more water and energy efficient than dishwashing by hand.

 

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When you last ran your dishwashing machine, did you unload your dishwasher fairly soon (roughly an hour) after it finished, or did you leave it for a longer period (overnight or when you got back from work)?

  
85%
 
Left it until later
  
14%
 
Unloaded it fairly soon after it finished
  • 867 votes