Do you want to buy a new dishwasher but are confused by the various new models and features? Modern-day dishwashers are quite sophisticated and have smart technology and enhanced features; keeping track of these advancements is quite tricky.
Basic Dishwasher Features
These are some featuresyou should be looking for in your new dishwasher:
- Customizable Rack Options– Many brands offer this feature. It allows you toincrease the space and gives you the flexibility to choose what works best for you, without having to opt for a larger dishwasher. For example, there could be fold-down tines, added third racks, or adjustable racks. If you need a much larger dishwasher capacity for washing all your dishes, this is a feature to look for in the best dishwashers.
- Wash Cycles– All dishwashers have the basic wash cycles such as heavy, normal, and light. But many new models have specialty wash cycles, like sanitize, delicate, half load, rinse & hold, pots and pans or quick wash, power wash, or smart wash. Not only is this a convenience, but it is one of the dishwasher features that can reduce water and energy consumption.
- Smart sensors– These are often called soil sensors or auto clean sensors. This particular smart feature can accurately measure how dirty the dishes are. They will then use the right amount of water and time required to wash your dishes. So again, it makes the appliance energy and water-efficient.
- Delayed start feature– This allows you to preset the time so that the appliance will start the wash cycle at a time most convenient time for you. So, you can run the wash cycle even when you aren’t at home or when you are asleep at night. In many areas, electricity rates are lower at specific times (night, etc.), and this feature helps you take advantage of the non-peak rates.
- Add-a-Dish – Some of the best dishwashers have this feature that allows you to open the appliance and add an item at the last minute.
- Plate Warmer- Allows you to warm your dishes to the perfect temperature while you’re cooking meals. Cold plates can cool down the food quickly, and this feature effectively dry-heats the plates, helping you keep the food hot at the right temperature.
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