GE 24 in. Front Control Dishwasher vs Whirlpool Eco Series Quiet Dishwasher

The Whirlpool WDPS7024RV is the better dishwasher for most shoppers. It is much quieter at 41 dBA versus 58 dBA, holds 15 place settings versus 13, and adds a third rack, a stainless tub and a heated dry. The GE unit is a basic 24-inch tall tub with front controls and a hard food disposer, and the one described here is a scratched-and-dented unit. Owners rate the Whirlpool far higher, 4.3 from 1,200 ratings against 3.6 from 37.

• Choose the GE 24 in. Built-in Tall Tub if you want simple front-facing controls, a hard food disposer and an ENERGY STAR rating, and you can accept a unit with cosmetic damage.
• Choose the Whirlpool Eco Series Quiet WDPS7024RV if you want a quiet, roomy dishwasher with a third rack, a stainless tub and heated drying.