The Most Reliable Dishwasher Brands On The Market, According To Reviews

When it's time to make an upgrade to how you clean your dishes, choosing the right dishwasher for your kitchen doesn't have to be a struggle. Sticking to the highest-quality brands with these appliances is a smart idea, especially when you use them every day or two. Using the dishwasher this often makes spending a little more to invest in a quality brand money well spent.

We recently created a list of the dishwasher brands you should avoid buying, so we decided to now give you some advice at the opposite end of the spectrum, based on customer reviews and real-world testing. We'll dig more deeply into these brands that reviewers believe are the most reliable: Bosch, Miele, Maytag, KitchenAid, and Maytag.

Buying a high-end dishwasher gives you several features and benefits that result in reliability. The better brands of dishwashers often give you 15 years of reliability as long as you take care of them. It's not uncommon to receive up to 20 years of performance from the models under these trusted brand names. This is a significant improvement over cheaper brands that may only last 7 to 10 years. The better brands of dishwashers last longer because they often contain more durable components and materials. In many of these appliances, you'll find stainless steel tubs, rust-proof designs, and dish racks made for use in constant moisture, providing an advantage over models that might have a lot of plastic in them, including using plastic tubs. Learn more about how reviewers feel about the most reliable dishwasher brands.

According to Consumer Reports, Bosch ranks at the top among the primary dishwasher brands for the lowest percentage of models that need regular repairs or that experience serious problems. (via bosch-home.com) These Bosch appliances use stainless steel interiors that resist staining and rust to lengthen their lifespans. Even though the Bosch brand costs more than average, it contains excellent features for thoroughly cleaning your dishes. To enhance its reliability, Bosch dishwashers use a condensation drying process instead of a heating element at the bottom of the tub like most dishwashers use. This design ensures that you won't have to worry about needing to make a repair to the heating element, which is a common problem for dishwashers.

One customer reviewer had high expectations when installing a new Bosch dishwasher, and it easily met them. "I didn't realize my dishes could get this clean. [It] runs so quietly that I could barely tell it was going; definitely top-of-the-line as advertised." Another customer reviewer was looking for a more reliable model than what was installed previously and found the answer with a Bosch dishwasher. "We did a lot of research before replacing our oft-times repaired dishwasher. We knew we wanted a Bosch. To say we have been wowed is an understatement. We love everything about this dishwasher."

Miele makes several different kitchen appliances – including ovens, cooktops, refrigerators, and dishwashers — and the brand name is known for quality and precision in engineering. Miele focuses on using top-end materials, such as stainless steel tubs, and detailed designs that deliver reliability other brands can't match. Miele models consistently rank highly in reliability and cleaning capabilities, giving you strong day-to-day performance you can count on for up to 20 years. Miele dishwashers are expensive, but their superior build quality gives you a good value over the long run.

One customer reviewer said the Miele dishwasher delivers reliability in terms of its ability to clean everything almost perfectly during every cycle. "After using this dishwasher for several months, we have only had one small greasy cookie sheet come out dirty; avocado oil that got tacky. ... Would purchase this again." Another customer reviewer had to replace a dishwasher a few years ago and didn't have a lot of choices because of supply issues during the pandemic. "I bit the bullet and bought this dishwasher. ... [It] gets a load completely clean — and dry — in 90 minutes or less. ... It's obscenely expensive, but it works so well, I'd buy it again in a heartbeat."

The Whirlpool Corp. owns multiple brands of dishwashers that appear on our list, starting with Whirlpool-branded dishwashers, which are known for delivering appliances that last and offer significant dependability. The Whirlpool brand is especially successful in manufacturing highly reliable dishwashers at a low-end price, although it has models in almost any price range. The forenamed Consumer Reports ranks Whirlpool-branded dishwashers near the top of the list of brands having the fewest serious problems that need repair. A Puls report from a few years ago surveyed appliance technicians and listed the Whirlpool brand as the most reliable. The technicians also said Whirlpool models are more cost-effective to repair than some others. (via puls)

One customer reviewer says a recently installed Whirlpool dishwasher reliably cleans dishes every time. "Couldn't be happier with this purchase. Have had it for several weeks and am really happy with its performance. It is very quiet." Another customer reviewer appreciates the improvement from a previous dishwasher that did not reliably clean the dishes. "This Whirlpool dishwasher is a fantastic upgrade. It's easy to install, cleans dishes beautifully, and operates quietly...If you're looking for a reliable, efficient, and user-friendly dishwasher, this Whirlpool is a great choice."

When you have a brand name that's been around since 1893, reliability almost has to be a core value by default. Maytag started as a washing machine manufacturer and began making dishwashers in the 1960s. Even though the Whirlpool Corp. purchased the Maytag brand name a couple of decades ago, Maytag maintains its track record of impressively reliable performance for products made under its brand. Its dishwashers are considered to be highly durable.

A Maytag model is one of Costco's highest-rated dishwashers, showing customer satisfaction. One customer reviewer says the professional who was doing the installation confirmed that the Maytag dishwasher was a good choice. The installer said KitchenAid and Maytag are the only brands he buys because the others break down after a few years. "Contrary to other reviews, it is not loud at all. You can hear it start up, and then it gets fairly quiet...Very happy with [the] purchase." Another customer reviewer appreciates the appliance's ability to reliably and fully clean all the dishes. "It is a very good dishwasher. The build quality is great, and it is very solid. I thought my old dishwasher did a good job cleaning my dishes, but this one is fantastic."

Like Maytag, KitchenAid is another brand that is more than a century old and that Whirlpool Corp. owns. KitchenAid's brand is known for giving customers excellent reliability and performance with its dishwashers and other kitchen products, all while maintaining sharp- and sleek-looking designs and aesthetics. According to a recent J.D. Power study, KitchenAid had the highest customer satisfaction rating among the major dishwasher brands. These dishwashers are known for reliably cleaning your dishes, too.

One customer reviewer was already a fan of this brand before buying a new dishwasher, but brand loyalty climbed even higher with the new model. "Our old KitchenAid dishwasher did a great job for many years. It finally quit. We replaced [it] with a new KitchenAid and thought, how much better can it be? New one is so amazing and even quieter. Great product; KitchenAid for life!" Another customer reviewer appreciates the reliable cleaning results the KitchenAid model provides. "I would highly recommend this brand and model. Our original dishwasher was a KitchenAid as well and had lasted us over 20 years. I hope this one will do the same."