GE GDWT368VSS Review

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GE
GDWT368VSS
Dishwasher

Size: 24" Built-In
MSRP: $799

• Sanitize
• Steam
• Sensors
• Spray Jets
• Steel Tub
• Adj Racks

Energy

275

kWh/Yr

Water

4

Gal/Use

Sound

52

dBA

Cleaning

6

Features

Dishwasher Highlights

• The GDWT368VSS uses 5% less electricity than average and ranks in the top 23% of the most energy efficient dishwashers.

• This GE dishwasher uses 3% less water than average with gallon-per-cycle rates in the top 35% of the best dishwashers.

• It is 1 dba quieter than average with sound ratings in the top 36% of the best dishwashers.

• This dishwasher has more key cleaning features than average and ranks in the top 26% for cleaning features that really make a difference.

• With a MSRP of $799, it is priced about average when compared to other new dishwashers.

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	The GDWT368VSS model includes high-pressure spray jets that help scrub and scour heavily soiled dishes and /or silverware. Good feature for dishes with dried food deposits.	✔
Steam	Steam option is available to help loosen stubborn deposits on dishes and glassware. High-temperature steam is a great feature to help get your dishes clean.	✔
Wash Levels	Dishes are washed from 6 different levels, which is above average. Streams of water from several different angles and directions is important for thorough cleaning.	✔
Sensor Washing	Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. Sensors automatically make cycle adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning.	✔
NSF Sanitize	Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes.	✔
Cycles & Options	You can choose from 9 different cycles and options, which is average. Higher cycles and options gives you more flexibility to fit your lifestyle and get your dishes clean.	✔
Food Disposer	Includes a built-in food disposer. Helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris, which in turn minimizes food particles that can deposit on dishes.	✔
High-Temp Option	Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. High temperature water is one of the most important ingredients for producing really clean dishes.	✔

Drying Ratings
Heated Dry	Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware.	✔
Tub Material	Stainless steel interior helps dry dishes faster and more efficiently. Stainless steel has natural heat-retaining and water-condensing properties that help dry your dishes.	✔

Loading Ratings
Number Racks	The GDWT368VSS has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower racks. A few dishwasher models have 3-rack designs, but two racks are adequate.	✔
Spray Arms	Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't take up rack space or limit loading flexibility.	✔
Adjustable Racks	The racks are not adjustable and cannot move up or down. Non-adjustable racks are common and sufficient for many applications, but they are less flexible.
Removable Racks	One or more of the racks can be removed. This is very convenient at the holidays when you need additional space to load extra-large pots, pans, or serving plates.	✔
Fold-Down Tines	Rack divider tines can be folded down to secure loose dishes or to create addition space for larger odd-shaped items. Provides loading flexibility.	✔
Cup Shelf	Includes an additional shelf that often allows you to stack two levels of coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Good feature for after-entertaining clean-up.	✔
Silverware Basket	The silverware basket has premium features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket can make loading and unloading easier.	✔
Utility Basket	Like most dishwashers, this does not have an extra utility basket or tray that can store utensils, cutlery, or other items that don't fit in the standard basket.
Detergent Dispenser	Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a new wash cycle. A few models have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent.

Capacity Ratings
Place Settings	This 24-in tall tub dishwasher is designed to hold 14 place settings of dishes, which is average. A family of four needs about 14 place settings.	✔
Tub Size	Super-capacity tall-tub with about 20% more interior room than standard tubs. The additional tub height allows you to load taller items in the upper rack.	✔

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	The GE GDWT368VSS is Energy Star qualified. It uses 11% less energy, and 20% less water than the maximum allowed Energy Star standard.	✔
Energy Ratings	The estimated annual electricity use is 275 kWh according to the EnergyGuide ratings. This is 5% better than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Water Ratings	The estimated water usage is 4 gallons per cycle according to data from the US Dept of Energy. This is 3% better than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Energy Saver	No option to select an economy or quick-wash cycle that uses lower temperatures or less water when your dishes have minimal food deposits.
Half-Load Option	No option to save water and energy by washing just a half-load in either the upper or lower rack. You can still be eco-friendly by waiting for a full load before running a cycle.
Delay-Start Option	Includes an energy-saving option to automatically run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less.	✔

Sound Ratings
Sound Level	Sound decibel level is 52 dBA. It is 1 dba quieter than average with sound ratings in the top 36% of the best dishwashers. A 3 dBA decrease is like doubling the distance.	✔

Style Ratings
Door Panel	Stainless steel door panel provides a clean, sleek modern look. One of the more popular appliance styles that is both durable and fashionable.	✔
Tub Material	Stainless steel tub and door lining looks high-tech and is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Helps dry dishes quickly.	✔
Control Console	All-digital touch-pad control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular style.	✔
Digital Display	The GE GDWT368VSS does not include a digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other wash status information. Not necessary.

Price Ratings
MSRP	The MSRP is $799. Sale price is usually 10%-20% less. It is priced about average when compared to other new dishwashers.	✔

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