KitchenAid KUDS50SVWH Review

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KitchenAid
KUDS50SVWH
MSRP: $1299

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Price
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$1300

MSRP

Premium
Features

10

Items

Energy
Usage

315

kWh

User
Reviews

3.8

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4.4

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White-on-White 24" Dishwasher.
This dishwasher is more expensive than average and is priced in the top 8% of all dishwashers.
It has more premium features than average and ranks in the top 24% of all dishwasher designs.
The KUDS50SVWH has about average energy usage when compared to all other new dishwashers.
This KitchenAid dishwasher is rated about average by 4 users when compared to all other dishwashers.

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Cleaning Ratings

Spray Arms	Uses 4 spray arms to clean and rinse the dishes, which is above average.
Spray Jets	Supplemental, high pressure spray jets are available to scrub and scour heavily soiled dishes.
Steam	Does not use supplemental steam to loosen stubborn deposits on dishes or glassware.
Wash Levels	Dishes are washed from 5 different levels, which is average. Water from many angles and directions is important for cleaning.
Cycles & Options	You can choose from 11 different cycles and options, which is above average. Cycles and options give you flexibility to fit your lifestyle.
Food Disposer	Includes a built-in food disposer and self-cleaning filter that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris.
Soil Sensor	Uses a sensor to measure water cleanliness. Ensures that dirty water is not recirculated and soil isn't redeposited on the dishes.
Auto-Temp Control	Uses a sensor to ensure the water temperature is maintained at 135-145 degrees where detergents are activated for proper cleaning.
Sanitary Option	Includes a 160-deg or higher sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria.
Auto-Clean Cycle	No option to use an automatic cycle that determines the optimal temperature and number of rinse cycles.
High-Temp Option	Includes a high-temperature cycle that helps get heavily soiled dishes clean.

Drying Ratings

Heated Dry	Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element, or you can save energy and let them air dry.
Tub Material	Stainless steel interior helps dry dishes faster and more efficient due to its heat-retaining and water condensing properties.
Sanitary Rinse	Uses a high-temperature rinse that sanitizes the dishes and helps them to dry faster and more thoroughly.
Vent System	Uses a standard convection drying system where outside air is circulated through the dishwasher vents without a fan.

Loading Ratings

No. of Racks	The KUDS50SVWH has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower racks.
Spray Tower	Does not use a central tower that takes up rack space and limits loading flexibility in the lower rack.
Adjustable Racks	One or more of the racks move up, down, or tilt to create more room for larger items in either rack such as cookie sheets or serving plates.
Removable Racks	The racks cannot be removed when you have extra large items that won't fit when both racks are installed.
Fold-Down Tines	Rack divider tines can be folded down to secure dishes or make room for larger items.
Cup / Stemware Shelf	Includes an additional shelf that allows you to stack two levels of coffee mugs or secure delicate stemware during the wash cycle.
Silverware Basket	The silverware basket has enhanced flexibility features such as being movable, dividable, or having covered slots.
Utility Basket	Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils, small items, or cutlery.
Detergent Dispenser	Uses a standard detergent dispenser that needs to be filled for each wash cycle.

Capacity Ratings

Place Settings	This 24-in built-in dishwasher is designed to hold 14 place settings of dishes, which is 1 place settings higher than average.
Tub Size	Super-capacity, tall tub with about 20% more room than standard tubs. The added tub height allows you to load taller items in the upper rack.

Efficiency Ratings

Energy Star	The KitchenAid KUDS50SVWH is Energy Star qualified. It uses 32% less energy, and 51% less water, than older dishwashers.
Energy Ratings	EnergyGuide ratings estimate an electricity usage of 315 kWh per year. This is 3% higher than the average new dishwasher.
Water Ratings	The estimated water usage is 4.2 gal/cycle according to the Dept of Energy. This is 3% better than the average new dishwasher.
Soil Sensor	Uses a sensor to measure water purity and adjusts the cycle accordingly. Reduces over-rinsing and using more water than required.
Food Disposer	Includes a built-in food disposer that eliminates the need to prerinse dishes and keeps the filter free from residue build-up.
Energy-Saver Cycle	No option to select an economy cycle that uses lower temperatures and less water for lightly-soiled dishes.
Half-Load Option	No option to save water and energy by washing a smaller load in either the upper or lower rack.
Delay-Start Option	Includes an option to automatically run the dishwasher overnight, or during off-peak energy hours, when utility rates may be lower.

Noise Ratings

The KUDS50SVWH noise level is 52 dBA, which is 3 dBA quieter than average. A 3 dBA decrease is like being twice as far from the dishwasher.

Style Ratings

Door	Standard black or white front seems to never go out of style, and is easy to color-coordinate with the rest of your kitchen.
Interior	Stainless steel tub and door lining looks high-tech and is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors.
Controls	All-digital touch-pad controls are visible from the front for a high-tech, modern look.
Display	Door panel has a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent information.

Price Ratings

MSRP

The MSRP is $1299, which is about $540 higher than the price of an average dishwasher.