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    Quietest Dishwashers of 2024

    These machines are so stealthy you won't even know they're running

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    Bosch SHX78CM5N Dishwasher next to kitchen sink in kitchen with white cabinets
    With these dishwashers, the most noise you’ll hear is while loading them up.
    Photo: Bosch

    A dishwasher should make your life easier—but not noisier. Fortunately, dishwashers these days are not as loud as they used to be.

    “New dishwashers are usually quieter than ones made even five years ago,” says Larry Ciufo, the test engineer who oversees Consumer Reports’ dishwasher tests.

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    Noise is one of the primary criteria Consumer Reports considers when assessing dishwashers, and while a majority do well enough in this category, we’ve rounded up some of the quietest of more than 130 models.

    Want even more options? CR members can head to our full dishwasher ratings and sort through the quietest models, using extra filters to narrow your choices by performance, price, and features. You’ll find almost two dozen brands, including Amana, Ikea, KitchenAid, LG, and Viking.

    For more context and information to help you think through other critical factors before purchasing, consult our dishwasher buying guide.

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    We investigate, research, and test so you can choose with confidence.