GE PDWF800RBB Review
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GE PDWF800RBB Profile Series Size: 24" Built-In MSRP: $1249 |
• Sanitize • Steam • Sensors • Spray Jets • Steel Tub • Adj Racks |
Energy 322 kWh/Yr |
Water 5.6 Gal/Use |
Sound 51 dBA |
Cleaning 6 Features |
Dishwasher Highlights
| • The PDWF800RBB uses 12% more electricity than average and ranks in the bottom 13% of the least energy efficient dishwashers. • This GE dishwasher uses 37% more water than average with gallon-per-cycle rates in the bottom 7% of least efficient 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 26% for cleaning features that really make a difference. • With a MSRP of $1249, it is 60% more expensive than average and is priced in the top 12% of new higher-cost dishwashers. |
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| Cleaning Ratings | ||
| Spray Jets |
Supplemental spray jets are not available with the PDWF800RBB model. Uncommon feature but high-pressure jets are effective on dishes with baked-on food or grease. | |
| 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 12 different cycles and options, which is above 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 PDWF800RBB 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 |
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 |
Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils or cutlery. Convenient for larger items that don't easily fit in the silverware basket, or for isolating your knives. | ✔ |
| Detergent Dispenser |
Includes a convenient detergent reservoir that can hold an entire bottle of detergent and dispenses the appropriate amount for each cycle. | ✔ |
| Capacity Ratings | ||
| Place Settings |
This 24-in tall tub dishwasher is designed to hold 16 place settings of dishes, which is 2 place settings higher 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 GE PDWF800RBB is not Energy Star qualified. It uses more electricity and water than most new dishwashers and will be more costly to operate. | |
| Energy Ratings |
EnergyGuide ratings estimate an electricity usage of 322 kWh per year. This is 12% higher than the average energy use of other new dishwashers. | |
| Water Ratings |
The US Department of Energy estimated water usage for this dishwasher is 5.6 gallons per cycle. This is 37% higher 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 |
You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. After-party clean-up is economical when you only have glasses or stemware to wash. | ✔ |
| 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 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 visible from the front. Not as stylish as fully-integrated (hidden) consoles, but sometimes more convenient to use. | ✔ |
| Digital Display |
The GE PDWF800RBB control console includes a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent information that helps you monitor the wash. | ✔ |
| Price Ratings | ||
| MSRP | The MSRP is $1249. Sale price is usually 10%-20% less. It is 60% more expensive than average and is priced in the top 12% of new higher-cost dishwashers. | |
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