THOR Kitchen 24 in. Stainless Steel Dishwasher vs KitchenAid KDFS224SWH Dishwasher

Both are 24-inch stainless-tub dishwashers with third racks and soil-sensing cycles, so the choice comes down to noise, washing hardware and drying. The THOR runs quieter at 45 dB and has four spray arms, but the KitchenAid's 30+ jets, triple filtration and door-open drying are the stronger cleaning and drying package. Owners of the THOR rate it well on quiet operation and value; KitchenAid has the deeper service network and parts availability. Buy the THOR for a quiet open-plan kitchen on a tighter budget; buy the KitchenAid if spotless, dry dishes matter more than a couple of decibels.

• Choose the THOR Kitchen if you want the quieter machine and a third rack without moving up to a premium brand.
• Choose the KitchenAid if you want the most thorough wash and dry, with 30+ jets, triple filtration and automatic door-open drying.