Best Dishwashers for a Spotless Kitchen
A dishwasher is a necessary kitchen appliance that helps you save time and effort while giving you shiny, clean dishes. Today’s dishwashers’ features, including energy efficiency, quiet operation, and smart connectivity, mean the appliances are more advanced than ever.
For 2025, we gathered the best dishwashers for budget-savvy buyers and shoppers, high-tech features, small models for tight spaces, and dishwashers for cleaning everyone’s silverware.
Best Overall Dishwasher
TOP PICK: Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher
- Capacity:16 place settings
- Noise Level:42 dB (An Ultra-Quiet)
- Capabilities: Crystal Dry™ dry, adjustable racks, Wi-Fi-enabled
- Best For: Overly large families, Eco-conscious shoppers
Why We Like It: The Bosch 800 Series is a high performer when it comes to quietness and energy efficiency. It features Crystal Dry™ technology that makes sure it doesn’t contain moisture, even in plastics.
Best Budget-Friendly Dishwasher
TOP PICKS: Frigidaire FFCD2418US
- Capacity:14 place settings
- Noise Level:55 dB
- Features: Delay start, ENERGY STAR® certified, heated drying
- Best For: People on a budget, basic but fine cleaning
Why We Like It: A great cleaning performance with a heated drying function, ENERGY STAR certified to save on electricity costs
Best Smart Dishwasher
TOP PICKS: LG Signature Smart WIFI Dishwasher
- Capacity:15 place settings
- Noise Level:44 dB
- Design: Smart ThinQ app, Quad Wash™ technology, True Steam®
- Best For: Smart home enthusiasts, gear heads
Why We Like It: This Wi-Fi-enabled dishwasher can be controlled via your smartphone. A dishwasher is an indispensable kitchen appliance that helps you save time and effort. Today’s dishwasher features, including energy efficiency, quiet operation, and smart connectivity, mean the appliances are more advanced than ever.
For 2025, we gathered the best dishwashers for budget-savvy buyers and shoppers, high-tech features, small models for tight spaces, and dishwashers for cleaning everyone’s silverware.
Best Overall Dishwasher
- TOP PICK: Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher
- Capacity:16 place settings
- Noise Level:42 dB (An Ultra-Quiet)
- Capabilities: Crystal Dry™ dry, adjustable racks, Wi-Fi-enabled
- Best For: Overly large families, Eco-conscious shoppers
Why We Like It: The Bosch 800 Series is a high performer when it comes to quietness and energy efficiency. It features Crystal Dry™ technology that makes sure it doesn’t contain moisture, even in plastics.
Best Budget Dishwasher Current Price
- Top Pick: FrigidaireFFCD2418US
- Capacity:14 place settings
- Noise Level:55 dB
- Features: Delay start, ENERGY STAR® certified, heated drying
- Best For: People on a budget, basic but fine cleaning
Why We Like It: A great cleaning performance with a heated drying function, ENERGY STAR certified to save on electricity costs
Best Smart Dishwasher
- BEST OVERALL: Signature Smart WiFi Dishwasher
- Capacity:15 place settings
- Noise Level:44 dB
- Design: SmartThinQ app, QuadWash™ technology, True-steam®
- Best For: Smart home enthusiasts, gear-heads
Why We Like It: This Wi-Fi-enabled dishwasher can be controlled via your phone, Alexa, or Google Assistant. QuadWash™ provides coverage for every dish.
Best Compact Dishwasher for Small Kitchens
- Top Pick: BLACK+DECKER BCD6W Campact Counterop Dishwasher
- Capacity:6 place settings
- Noise Level:49 dB
- Specifications: Easy faucet connections, LED display, energy-saving
- Best For: Apartments, small kitchens, dorms
Why We Like It: A compact, space-saving dishwasher that cleans powerfully with six wash cycles.
Best Quiet Dishwasher
- Top Pick: Miele G7106 SCU Auto-dos
- Capacity:14 place settings
- Noise Level:40 dB（Whisper-Quiet）
- Special Features: Auto Dos with Power Disk detergent dispensing, Power Wash and built-in WiFi
Open-plan homes, noise-sensitive users
Why We Recommend It: The Miele G7106 SCU is a high-capacity, low-noise model that dispenses Auto Dos detergent to optimize cleaning.
How to Select the Right Dishwasher
- Size & Capacity: Full-size (24-inch) dishwashers accommodate families, while compact (18-inch) or counter-top models work well in small kitchens.
- Noise Level: Specify that below 45 dB for quiet operation.
- Innovative Features: Wi-Fi-enabled dishwashers allow remote control and monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What size dishwasher do I need?
If you have a big family, get yourself a 24-inch dishwasher. Small spaces are best suited for a compact or counter-top model.
- Can I manage my dishwasher from my phone?
Some models, including the LG Signature, can be operated through an app or verbal commands.
- Are budget dishwashers good?
Frigidaire FFCD2418USInexpensive models do clean well, and there’s no shortage of energy-efficient designs.
- How frequently should I clean my dishwasher?
Do this every month or so with a dishwasher cleaning solution.
- What is Crystal-dry™?
Bosch’s Crystal-dry™ technology uses heat to dry dishes, including plastics, and remove moisture.
- What is the Wi-Fi-enabled dishwasher?
Some are WiFi-enabled and can be controlled via an app or voice assistants.
- How can I know if my dishwasher is energy-efficient?
Check for the ENERGY STAR® label to determine if it is energy efficient.
