Maytag MDB8859AWW Review

Maytag
MDB8859AWW
Jetclean Plus
Place Settings: 14
Width: 24"
Discontinued

Jets
Steam
Sanitize

Cycles

11

& Options

Energy

291

kWh Per Yr

Water

903

Gal Per Yr

Sound

57

dbA

Cost

$749

MSRP

Ratings Guide

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary
Cleaning	BEST - Employ steam, spray jets, and sanitizing options to really help get your dishes cleans. Steam is generated to loosen stubborn food deposits, high pressure spray jets blast away food particles, and a super-hot rinse sanitizes everything.	✔
Cycles	BETTER - Total cycles and options is 17% higher than average and ranks in the top 35% of new dishwashers for BETTER selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs.	✔
Energy	GOOD - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This Maytag dishwasher is projected to use 291 kWh of electricity per year.
Water	FAIR - Estimated annual water use is 20% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 147 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher.
Sound	FAIR - Sound levels are 13% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 25% of new dishwashers with FAIR noise suppression. It is 6 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher.
Cost	BETTER - Rated in the top 50% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $749 is 12% lower than average. The Maytag MDB8859AWW is priced about $93 less than average.	✔

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	Silverware and Dish Jets - The MDB8859AWW model includes high-pressure spray jets that can scrub heavily soiled dishes and silverware. Jets are positioned to help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits.	✔
High Temp	High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes.	✔
Steam	Steam Option - Has the capability to generate steam, which can really help loosen stubborn food deposits on silverware, dishes and glassware. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have a steam feature.	✔
Wash Levels	5 Wash Levels - Standard number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning.	✔
Sensor Washing	Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The Maytag MDB8859AWW sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning.	✔
Sanitize Cycle	Sanitize Cycle - 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	11 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 17% higher than average and ranks in the top 35% of new dishwashers for BETTER selection and flexibility. Enables you to choose the most appropriate functions for your particular needs.	✔
Food Disposer	Built-In Food Disposer - Includes a built-in food disposer that helps keep the wash water clean and free of debris. Minimizes the number of food particles that can deposit on dishes or cling to glasses.	✔
Water Softener	No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers.

Drying Ratings
Heated Dry	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. Available on most new dishwashers.	✔
Tub Material	Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found with plastic tubs.	✔
Concealed Element	No Concealed Element - Like most new dishwashers available today, this model does not have a heating element that is concealed or recessed to help prevent contact with plastic dishes and accidental melting.

Loading Ratings
No. of Racks	2 Racks - The Maytag MDB8859AWW has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items.	✔
Spray Arms	Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility.	✔
Adjustable Racks	Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings.	✔
Removable Racks	Removable - One or more of the loading racks can be completely removed from the dishwasher. Very convenient for special occasions when you need additional space to load extra-large pots or serving plates.	✔
Fold-Down Tines	Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility.	✔
Cup Shelf	Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up.	✔
Silverware Basket	Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the Maytag MDB8859AWW a little easier.	✔
Utility Container	No Utility Container - Does not have an extra utility basket or tray like 70% of other new dishwashers. These extra baskets and trays can store larger items that don't fit in the standard basket.
Detergent Dispenser	No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent.

Capacity Ratings
Place Settings	14 Settings - Number of place settings is 2% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often.	✔
Tub Size	Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Maytag MDB8859AWW additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.	✔

Noise Ratings
Sound Level	57 dbA - Sound levels are 13% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 25% of new dishwashers with FAIR noise suppression. It is 6 dbA louder than average - a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher.

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	Energy Star - The Maytag MDB8859AWW is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings.	✔
Energy Rating	291 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This Maytag dishwasher is projected to use 291 kWh of electricity per year.
Water Rating	903 Gal - Estimated annual water use is 20% higher than average and ranks in the bottom 35% of new dishwashers for FAIR water consumption. It uses about 147 gallons more water annually than the average new dishwasher.
Energy Saver	No Energy-Saver Cycle - The Maytag MDB8859AWW has no option to select a quick-wash cycle that uses lower temperatures or less water when your dishes have minimal food deposits. Available on about 60% of new dishwashers.
Half Load	No 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	Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone.	✔
CEE Tier 1	CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.75.	✔

Style Ratings
Exterior	White - Standard white front seems to never go out of style. It's easy to color-coordinate with the rest of your kitchen appliances, and it's more economical than stainless steel or panel-ready doors.
Interior	Stainless Steel - The Maytag MDB8859AWW stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster.	✔
Controls	All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style.	✔
Display	No Digital Display - The Maytag MDB8859AWW does not include a digital display in the control console that shows cycle time remaining or other wash status information. Most new dishwashers do not have a digital display.

Cost Ratings
MSRP	$749 - Rated in the top 50% of new lower-cost dishwashers for BETTER affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $749 is 12% lower than average. The Maytag MDB8859AWW is priced about $93 less than average.	✔

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