Dishwasher Scout

Recommended by publications

Read what each source recommended, then compare that exact model’s fit, features, and buying options.

37 recommendations across 28 models and 6 publishers.

Sources include editorial publications and appliance specialists. The source describes its own evaluation methods. Dishwasher Scout matches model numbers and links to the original recommendation.

Consumer Reports

Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ

Recommended option under $1,000

Consumer Reports · Guide edition 2026

Publisher publicly describes exact model as one of the best options under $1,000; no numerical rating inferred.

Read the original from Consumer ReportsSource checked November 5, 2026

Food Network

Danby DDW631SDB

Best Overall Countertop Dishwasher

Food Network · Updated February 5, 2026 · Editorial guide

Exact model named in publisher recommendation heading; no score inferred.

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Miele G 7366 SCVi SF

GE GDT670SYVFS

Farberware FDW05ASBWHA

Best with a water tank

Food Network · Updated February 5, 2026 · Editorial guide

Exact publisher model recommendation; category label shortened.

Read the original from Food NetworkSource checked November 5, 2026

Good Housekeeping

Miele G 7196 SCVi SF

Bosch SHP9PCM5N

HAVA R01

Best Sanitizing

Good Housekeeping · Updated July 30, 2025 · Editorial guide

Publisher explicitly names Hava R01 under this recommendation; original editorial date retained, no numerical score inferred.

Read the original from Good HousekeepingSource checked November 5, 2026

Reviewed

Miele G 5266 SCVi SFP

Premium drying pick

Reviewed · Reviewed editors · Updated May 13, 2026 · Publisher testing

Reviewed highlights the AutoOpen and Extra Dry options in its upgrade pick.

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Bosch SHP78CM5N

Overall drying pick

Reviewed · Reviewed editors · Updated May 13, 2026 · Publisher testing

Reviewed highlights drying results with its CrystalDry system.

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Miele G 5266 SCVi SFP

Plastic drying pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Leigh Harrington and Danielle DeSiato · Updated March 10, 2026 · Publisher testing

Reviewed reports good drying on plastic containers and strong stain removal.

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Bosch SHP78CM5N

Overall pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Leigh Harrington and Danielle DeSiato · Updated March 10, 2026 · Publisher testing

Reviewed cites strong stain removal and drying in its tests.

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GE Profile PDP755SYVFS

Large-family pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Leigh Harrington and Danielle DeSiato · Updated March 10, 2026 · Editorial guide

Reviewed recommends this exact model for large households.

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Maytag MDB4949SKZ

Basic dishwasher pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Leigh Harrington and Danielle DeSiato · Updated March 10, 2026 · Publisher testing

Reviewed highlights everyday cleaning and heated drying at a lower price.

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Samsung DW90F89P0USR

Open-kitchen pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Leigh Harrington and Danielle DeSiato · Updated March 10, 2026 · Editorial guide

Reviewed highlights the published sound rating and door-opening drying.

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Samsung DW90F89P0USR

Lowest published dBA in the guide

Reviewed · Leigh Harrington, Mark Brezinski and Danielle DeSiato · Updated December 18, 2025 · Editorial guide

Reviewed names this exact model as the lowest-rated for sound in its guide.

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Maytag MDB4949SKZ

Stainless-tub value pick

Reviewed · Reviewed editors · Updated October 27, 2025 · Publisher testing

Reviewed recommends its stainless interior and drying at a lower price.

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Bosch SHP78CM5N

Third-rack alternative

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Mark Brezinski and Danielle DeSiato · Updated September 15, 2025 · Publisher testing

Reviewed also names this Bosch among its favorites for a third rack.

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Maytag MDB4949SKZ

Affordable pick

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Mark Brezinski and Danielle DeSiato · Updated September 5, 2025 · Publisher testing

Reviewed cites its Auto cycle stain removal and drying for the price.

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Samsung DW80CG4021SR

Affordable alternative

Reviewed · Jonathan Chan, Mark Brezinski and Danielle DeSiato · Updated September 5, 2025 · Editorial guide

Reviewed recommends the newer model. Its hands-on testing covered the prior model.

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Bosch SGX78C55UC

Accessible-height Bosch pick

Reviewed · Mark Brezinski, Michael Garrett Steele and Danielle DeSiato · Updated July 24, 2025 · Publisher testing

Reviewed identifies this exact ADA-compliant model as its choice in that category.

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Bosch SHP9PCM5N

Bosch upgrade pick

Reviewed · Mark Brezinski, Michael Garrett Steele and Danielle DeSiato · Updated July 24, 2025 · Publisher testing

Reviewed highlights the interior light and water softener on its premium pick.

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Tom’s Guide

Danby DDW631SDB

Bosch SHP65CM5N

Samsung DW80B7070US

Midea MDF18A1AST

Whirlpool WDP540HAMZ

Yale Appliance

Miele G 7186 SCVi SFP

Cleaning and rack pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights its cleaning in no-rinse trials and flexible loading.

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Bosch SHX78CM5N

Overall drying pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale favors its drying performance on plastic containers.

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LG LDNPH753S

Steam pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights the dedicated steam generator for difficult food soils.

Read the original from Yale ApplianceSource checked November 9, 2026

GE Profile PDP755SYVFS

Low-maintenance pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights the food disposer for shoppers who want less filter maintenance.

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KitchenAid KDFS324SPS

Value pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights the combination of a third rack, quiet operation and price.

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Fisher & Paykel DD24DAX9 N

Reduced-bending pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights upper-drawer loading for smaller daily loads.

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Miele G 7986 SCVi K2O

Quiet operation pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published October 19, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights its low published sound rating and dedicated quiet cycle.

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KitchenAid KDTF924PPA

Quiet panel-ready pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published May 21, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale highlights its published 39 dB rating and rack capacity.

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Bosch SHV78CM3N

Panel-ready value pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published May 21, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale singles out its zeolite drying for plastic containers at this price.

Read the original from Yale ApplianceSource checked November 9, 2026

Fisher & Paykel DD24DHTI9 N

Panel-ready drawer pick

Yale Appliance · Steve Sheinkopf · Published May 21, 2026 · Retailer editorial

Yale recommends the two-drawer layout and flags the more demanding installation.

Read the original from Yale ApplianceSource checked November 9, 2026