Need a dishwasher that gets you sparkling dishes every time? Find the best dishwashers in New Zealand with our guide and expert picks. Plus, see test results from trusted brands like Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, LG, and more.
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Buy the best dishwasher for your kitchen
A dishwasher saves time and water, simplifying your routine and reducing the hassle of handwashing. Our test results will help you pick the right one for your home by assessing:
• washing performance
• drying performance
• energy efficiency.
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Dishwasher uses less water than washing by hand
In 2011, a study found households without dishwashers used over twice as much water for washing dishes.
What you need to know when buying a dishwasher
Picking the right dishwasher can make cleaning up easier and ensure spotless dishes every time. Check out the top questions and features to look for from our dishwasher buying guide.
Size and capacity: The dishwashers in our dishwasher reviews currently range from 7 – 16 place settings. What size should you get?
Settings: What do you want your dishwasher to do? The options vary. See which features you might want for your dishwasher.
Flexible loading: We outline all the features you might want to consider for more flexible loading in your dishwasher.
Read our dishwashers buying guide for more features to look out for.
Get the most out of your dishwasher
Check out our expert tips and advice on how to keep your dishwasher running efficiently.
How to care for and clean your dishwasher
A dishwasher should last more than a decade with reasonable use, but what can you do to help it reach this age?
How best to stack your dishwasher
Different designs, manufacturer advice and the shapes and sizes of dishes mean there isn’t a 100% correct way of stacking a dishwasher. But, for peace in your household, there are some golden rules you should follow so your dishes come out clean and dry.
Best and worst dishwasher detergents
Choosing the right dishwasher detergent helps clean your dishes properly and protects your machine. We've tested over 20 different detergents to find the best ones.
8 things our dishwasher expert wouldn’t do
We asked our dishwasher expert what common mistakes we might be making. Save time, money and frustration during your next load with these tips.
Dishwasher cutlery: tray or basket?
Which works better in your dishwasher? We look at the pros and cons of trays and baskets to help you decide which is best for your home.
People's Choice
Our People's Choice awards are granted to brands that consistently rate above average for customer satisfaction and meet out other performance criteria. Become a member and see which brands have earned a People’s Choice award.
Which brands have the most reliable dishwashers?
We asked thousands of Consumer members about their experience with products they've used to find out which brands are most reliable and satisfying to own. The results are available to members and Digital Pass holders.
Choose the right dishwasher detergent
A big part of how well a dishwasher cleans is using the right detergent, and not all perform the same.
Which performs better: powder, tablets or capsules? Are tablets right for both drawer and traditional dishwashers?
Compare dishwasher detergent reviews to see which is the best dishwasher detergent for your home.
Complete your kitchen set up
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Small kitchen appliances
From making breakfast to brewing your favourite beverage, sometimes it's the small appliances that do the most important jobs in the kitchen.
How we test dishwashers
We put dishwashers through a series of rigorous tests to see which machines are the best. We assess how well the dishwashers can remove food such as oats, spinach, egg yolk and more.
The score also reflects how dry the dishes are 30 minutes after the normal cycle has finished.
