Kenmore 13269 Review

Ratings Summary

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Kenmore
13269
Dishwasher

Size: 24" Built-In
MSRP: $829

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

Energy

253

kWh/Yr

Water

2.9

Gal/Use

Sound

51

dBA

Cleaning

5

Features

Dishwasher Highlights

• The 13269 uses 13% less electricity than average and ranks in the top 6% of the most energy efficient dishwashers.

• This Kenmore dishwasher uses 30% less water than average with gallon-per-cycle rates in the top 2% of the best dishwashers.

• It is 2 dba quieter than average with sound ratings in the top 28% of the best dishwashers.

• This dishwasher has more key cleaning features than average and ranks in the top 39% for cleaning features that really make a difference.

• With a MSRP of $829, it is priced about average when compared to other new dishwashers.

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	The 13269 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	Does not have the capability to generate steam. Steam cycles are only found on a few higher-priced dishwashers and they can really help loosen stubborn food deposits.
Wash Levels	Dishes are washed from 5 different levels, which is standard. 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 7 different cycles and options, which is below average. Higher cycles and options gives you more flexibility to fit your lifestyle and get your dishes clean.
Food Disposer	No built-in food disposer that can help minimize the amount of debris in the wash water. About 50% of new dishwashers are designed with a hard or soft food disposer.
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 13269 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	One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks create additional room for larger items such as cookie sheets or large pots.	✔
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	Does not have an additional cup shelf that allows you to stack more glasses and coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware after a large dinner party.
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 12 place settings of dishes, which is 2 place settings less than 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 Kenmore 13269 is Energy Star qualified. It uses 18% less energy, and 42% less water than the maximum allowed Energy Star standard.	✔
Energy Ratings	The estimated annual electricity use is 253 kWh according to the EnergyGuide ratings. This is 13% better than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Water Ratings	The estimated water usage is 2.9 gallons per cycle according to data from the US Dept of Energy. This is 30% better than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Energy Saver	You can select an economy cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy.	✔
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	Does not include an option for programming the dishwasher to automatically run during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often significantly lower.

Sound Ratings
Sound Level	Sound decibel level is 51 dBA. It is 2 dba quieter than average with sound ratings in the top 28% of the best dishwashers. A 3 dBA decrease is like doubling the distance.	✔

Style Ratings
Door Panel	Standard black or white front seems to never go out of style. It's easy to color-coordinate with the rest of your kitchen and is more economical than stainless.
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 Kenmore 13269 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 $829. Sale price is usually 10%-20% less. It is priced about average when compared to other new dishwashers.	✔

Go to Dishwasher Ratings from Kenmore 13269 Review

Go to Kenmore Dishwasher Reviews from Kenmore 13269 Review

Disclosure | Disclaimer | Privacy

Kenmore 13269 Review

Ratings by Price

Ratings by Brand

Ratings by Color

Ratings by Users

Safety Info