GE PDWT580VSS Review

GE
PDWT580VSS
Profile Series
Place Settings: 16
Width: 24"
Discontinued

Jets
Steam
Sanitize

Cycles

13

& Options

Energy

275

kWh Per Yr

Water

860

Gal Per Yr

Sound

48

dbA

Cost

$1599

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	BEST - Total cycles and options is 38% higher than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST 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 GE dishwasher is projected to use 275 kWh of electricity per year.
Water	GOOD - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 4 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 860 gallons annually.
Sound	BETTER - Ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER noise suppression with sound levels that are 6% lower than average. It is 3 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher).	✔
Cost	POOR - Ranks in the bottom 5% of new higher-cost dishwashers for POOR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1599 is 90% higher than average. The GE PDWT580VSS is priced about $757 more than average.

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	Silverware Jets - The PDWT580VSS model includes high-pressure spray jets that are positioned to blast the silverware basket. These jets help loosen and remove dried-on food deposits from your silverware.	✔
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	6 Wash Levels - Above average 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 GE PDWT580VSS 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	13 Cycles & Options - Total cycles and options is 38% higher than average and ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST 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 GE PDWT580VSS 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 GE PDWT580VSS a little easier.	✔
Utility Container	Utility Container - Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils and cutlery. Good for odd items that don't fit in the silverware basket such as grill tongs, butcher knives, stirring spoons, and more.	✔
Detergent Dispenser	Detergent Dispenser - Includes an internal detergent reservoir that can hold a large amount of detergent and that dispenses each cycle. Rare feature that is only available on a handful of new dishwashers.	✔

Capacity Ratings
Place Settings	16 Settings - Number of place settings is 16% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BEST 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 GE PDWT580VSS additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.	✔

Noise Ratings
Sound Level	48 dbA - Ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER noise suppression with sound levels that are 6% lower than average. It is 3 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher).	✔

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	Energy Star - The GE PDWT580VSS 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	275 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for power consumption. This GE dishwasher is projected to use 275 kWh of electricity per year.
Water Rating	860 Gal - Estimated water consumption is about average for a new dishwasher and is rated GOOD for water efficiency. Energy Star projects it to use 4 gallons of water for each cycle, or about 860 gallons annually.
Energy Saver	Energy-Saver Cycle - The GE PDWT580VSS allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy.	✔
Half Load	Half-Load Option - You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. Save money and help the environment when you only have cups and glasses or a small load to wash.	✔
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 0.78.	✔

Style Ratings
Exterior	Stainless Steel - Stainless steel door panels are currently the most popular style and provide a sleek, modern look. Stainless steel is durable and fashionable, but takes a little more effort to keep clean.	✔
Interior	Stainless Steel - The GE PDWT580VSS 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	Digital Display - The GE PDWT580VSS control console includes a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent operating information that helps you monitor the wash.	✔

Cost Ratings
MSRP	$1599 - Ranks in the bottom 5% of new higher-cost dishwashers for POOR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1599 is 90% higher than average. The GE PDWT580VSS is priced about $757 more than average.

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