Miele Optima G2470SCVi

Pros: Large Capacity, quiet and is stylish

Cons: Doesn't dry plastic items well.

The Bottom Line: Well built, quiet, cleans well, stylish, good value and hopefully reliable.

Review: Our ten year old Maytag needed replacing. I looked at every model dishwasher available. I visited the big box stores, Best Buy, and local appliance dealers. I ended up with a local small appliance dealer because the salesperson spent a ton of time...

Pros: Does everything it claims. Ultra quiet. High capacity. Cleans well.

Cons: Expensive, but worth it.

The Bottom Line: a superb appliance

Review: I purchased the older version of this dishwasher 2 years ago as part of a total kitchen remodel. I got high-end appliances all around. 2 years later, the only appliance I am 100% satisfied with is the Miele dishwasher.

I got this on the...

Pros: I toured Europe for 7 months, every kitchen had them w/wood cabinet fronts.

Cons: Older kitchen (30+) are going to be a challenge.

Review: Opinions lists the Height at 31.89

When Actual height is 33 1/4"- 35 3/4"
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Pros: Nice design. Stainless steel interior is attractive.

Cons: Inconvenient separate silverware tray.
Nearly impossible to wash casserole dishes or large or small bowls.

Review: Bought the Miele G2470 sight unseen because it was the only dishwasher that sat high enough to work with our new cabinets. Trusted the kitchen designer who used to sell Miele. Looks great with the cabinetry (it's completely hidden), but I'm not keen...