The simple benefit of ridding yourself of the washing up is enough motivation for most people to decide to buy a dishwasher. The hard part starts when deciding which dishwasher is right for your household. Are you on a tight family budget? Do you entertain a lot? Let’s face it, a dishwasher may start off as a luxury item but it becomes a necessity the moment you get used to owning one!
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Dishwasher reviews
We dish the dirt on the most popular dishwashers from Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, Miele and more.
Buying guides
How to find the best dishwasher
We've done the thinking on dishwashers so you don't have to.
Articles
Cutlery up or down? We solve the great dishwasher debate
CHOICE expert Ashley Iredale reveals the best way to wash.
We dish up the 5 top-scoring dishwashers from our tests
The dishwashers that won't let you down when entertaining this summer, plus how to choose the best model for your kitchen.
Benchtop dishwashers: pros, cons and need-to-knows
These compact dishwashers are good for rental properties and small spaces
Dishwashers to avoid buying
We dish the dirt on the poorest performers in our latest lab test.
Australia's best dishwasher brand
We've calculated Australia's top dishwasher brand for performance, reliability and customer satisfaction.
How to install a dishwasher
Whether you're replacing an existing dishwasher or installing one from scratch, these steps will help you get it right.
Dishwasher or washing by hand – which uses the most water?
You might think washing up in the sink would use less water than a dishwasher – but does it really?
Can you wash it in the dishwasher?
The big list of things you can and can't wash in the dishwasher.
Washing hacks to save you time, water and money
From tricks with vinegar to reusing greywater, these simple tips will make washing and cleaning a breeze.
How we test dishwashers
We put our dishwashers through a series of rigorous tests to bring you results you can rely on.
Can you cook dinner in your dishwasher?
Salmon cooked in your dishwasher may sound flaky, but does it work?
How to clean your dishwasher
Get the best 'set and forget' performance from your machine.
How to load your dishwasher
Are you loading your dishwasher correctly?
Australia's most reliable dishwasher brands
The dishwasher brands that best hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.
Dishwasher energy and water efficiency
More energy efficient = low performance?
Country of origin for dishwashers
It's unlikely all the items that went into making your dishwasher came from the country on the label.
Troubleshoot your dishwasher
Solve simple dishwasher problems yourself and save on call-out fees.
Stainless steel rusting
How do you avoid rust on your stainless-steel cutlery?
Dishwasher accessibility
A guide to choosing an accessible dishwasher for people with disabilities, vision impairment or cognitive impairment.
Cracking the dishwasher code
Easy-lift baskets? Semi-integrated? Anti-burst? Here's how to decipher dishwasher descriptions
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Aldi tap installed in 12000 homes suspected of contaminating drinking water
Test results reveal it contaminated water with high amounts of lead.