The Quietest Dishwashers and Brands of 2025

You might want a quiet dishwasher because your kitchen is open to the living room.

In the past, kitchens and dining rooms were separate, so noise wasn’t much of an issue.

The problem now is that people often overpay for a super-silent dishwasher.

Sure, you want a quiet dishwasher so you can watch the game while it's running, but that doesn’t mean you need to break the bank.

This article lists the quietest dishwashers by brand and model number, including more affordable but equally quiet alternatives.

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Why the Quietest Dishwashers Aren't Always the Best Choice

You can't hear a dishwasher at 44 decibels.

So, what is quieter than if you can't hear?

With that in mind, you don't have to spend $3,699 for Miele's quietest 37-decibel dishwasher, the G 7986 SCVi K2O, unless there are other desirable features for you.

Key Takeaway: If you buy a dishwasher strictly for its low noise level, you do not need a dishwasher with a sound level below 44 decibels.

The Quietest Dishwashers for 2025

Miele G 7966 SCVi (38 dB)

The Miele G 7966 SCVI series is 38 decibels, starting at $3,699, and it is the most expensive dishwasher on the market.

Miele has an automatic dispenser, dispensing the exact amount of detergent needed at the right time during the wash cycle.

It sounds like a gimmick, but it works.

This year, Miele has a new bottom rack allowing you to hold anything from a vase to an oblong platter.

You can even clip a pacifier into the rack.

This dishwasher has touch controls similar to swiping on your iPhone.

It also features a knock-to-open door, every known dishwashing cycle, and a five-year warranty.

Miele has one of the best drying systems.

Two air intake ports at the dishwasher's base allow cooler air to enter. This cooler air mixes with the hotter, steamier air and is dissipated as water.

The door also opens to release heat and steam to further speed up the drying process.

And you can even knock three times to open this dishwasher.

However, the automatic dispenser is available in less expensive but still quiet Miele dishwashers starting at $2,149.

Every Miele dishwasher is at or below the 44 dB quietness standard.

Bosch Benchmark SHP9PCM5N (38 dB)

The newer (2023) Benchmark features the CrystalDry system, which uses zeolite—a volcanic element—to emit heat and absorb moisture.

Its new PowerControl spray arm lets you adjust the spray intensity in different quadrants of the lower rack, from light to heavy.

With their app, you can customize how each quadrant is washed, making it possible to clean delicate China and lasagna-stained dishes in the same load.

The 800 Series, priced at $1,349 (currently on sale for $1,214), is nearly identical to the Benchmark model.

The key differences are that the Benchmark includes upgraded racks, a few additional cycles, and an interior light.

Samsung DW80R9950 (39 dB)

Unlike other dishwashers, Samsung uses a linear wash system that moves back and forth for thorough cleaning.

The Zone Booster feature, located at the bottom left, allows you to tackle heavily soiled dishes and baked-on food.

Like many other models, the door opens at the end of the cycle to help speed up drying.

Samsung's StormWash dishwashers, which use traditional wash arms, remain impressively quiet at 42 dB.

Café CDT875P4NW2 (39 dB)

Café 24" Matte White Built In Dishwasher

 

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The Café line from GE is an interesting option, offering customizable finishes in stainless, white, or black, along with six handle styles.

While the specifications mention steam functionality, I couldn’t find a steam generator like the ones in LG dishwashers.

The Café dishwasher includes a special wash setting for bottles and silverware, and its new drying system dries plastics better than before, though others performed better in our tests.

However, this Café dishwasher isn’t much different from the GE Profile models PDT785SYNFS and PDT755SYVFS.

The main distinction is the customizable color options, which come at a price of $899–$1,299.

KitchenAid KDTE204KPS (39 dB)

KitchenAid is an interesting brand. Surprisingly, their less feature-packed dishwashers are quieter than the more expensive models in the M series.

For $799–$899, depending on when you buy, this KitchenAid model includes all the essential cycles and a third rack.

The M series offers upgrades like better racking, including a spacious middle rack and four levels of wash action.

However, the new filtering system slightly increases the noise level from 39 decibels to a still-quiet 44.

The available series include the 400, 600, 700, and 800.

LG Studio SDWB24S3 (40 dB)

The LG Studio dishwasher is the best in its series.

The LG Studio dishwasher has a noise level of 40 dB, making it incredibly quiet. It also has steam cycles that easily remove tough, baked-on food from dishes.

While LG is well-known for its refrigerators and laundry appliances, their dishwashers are the most reliable, according to our service calls.

In fact, LG dishwashers require servicing only 4.7% of the time, making them the most reliable dishwasher brand over the last three years.

SKS (Signature Kitchen Suite), another LG brand, also offers dishwashers with solid features, including steam technology.

For a more budget-friendly option, you can opt for the LG LDTH7972S model. Priced at $899, it includes steam functionality and operates at 44 dB.

Asko DBI675PHXXLS.U (40 DB)

Asko was the first to import quiet dishwashers into the United States in the 1980s.

They started as a Swedish company, then became Italian, followed by Slovenian, and are now 95% owned by Hisense, a Chinese appliance manufacturer.

Asko dishwashers are all metal with solid racks.

All their 30, 40, 50, and 60 series models are at or below the 44-decibel level.

Cove DW2450WS (41 dB)

Cove is the dishwasher brand from Sub-Zero and Wolf, designed and manufactured in the U.S.

I attended the first concept meeting over 15 years ago, and the result is a solid, premium dishwasher.

Unfortunately, its launch coincided with the pandemic, leading to availability issues.

The racking is sturdy and highly flexible, reminiscent of Miele's design.

Its touch sensor controls offer 12 wash cycles and six additional options.

Cove stands as a strong competitor to Miele in the high-end dishwasher market, complete with a 5-year warranty, just like Miele's premium models.

Bosch SHX78CM5N (42 dB)

You get the same CrystalDry and PowerControl features as the $1,799 Benchmark series for $1,349.

A quick note about Bosch, as there’s some confusion: The 500 series is impressively quiet at 44 dB. Like Miele and other brands, the door automatically opens at the end of the cycle to speed up drying.

Below that, the 100 and 300 series operate at 46–50 dB, so they’re noticeable in an open kitchen.

Miele G 7366 SCVi SF (42 dB)

The G 7366 SCVi SF is $2,299 and 42 dB. It is technically noisier than the G 7986 SCVi at 37 dB but has the primary features for $1,000 less.

Unlike any other dishwasher, Miele slows the motor for quieter operation, making its quietest cycle four hours long.

Miele also includes unique features, such as the 'AutoDos' 20-load automatic dispenser.

Their QuickIntense wash sprays with more pressure for a 58-minute wash and dry cycle.

For a lower-priced alternative, consider the Miele G 5000 series (G 5056, G 5006, and G 5052), which have 44 dB noise ratings and start at $1,299.

GE Profile PDP755SYRFS (42 dB)

GE Profile has three dishwasher models that run at less than 44 dB, with the 755 model being the most popular.

The 795 model is quieter, at just 39 dB.

Despite having a built-in grinder called the 'Piranha,' these dishwashers are still very quiet. GE Profile is the only brand on this list with a grinder.

These dishwashers also include 100 spray jets, with some designed specifically for bottles and silverware.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DCTX9 N (44 dB)

The Fisher & Paykel DD24DCTX9 N is unique, featuring two drawers instead of a traditional fold-down dishwasher.

You don’t have to bend down to load the top drawer, which is a convenient advantage. However, this design comes at a higher price and may lack certain features.

All double-drawer models operate at 44 dB, while single-drawer models range from 43 to 46 dB.

Other Brands

Many brands, such as Beko, Viking (whose dishwashers are made by Beko), JennAir, and other lesser-known names, offer at least one dishwasher with a noise level below 44 dB.

What to Consider When Buying a Quiet Dishwasher

You don’t need to spend more than $899–$999 to get a quiet dishwasher.

Any model with a noise level of 44 dB or lower will be quiet enough that you won’t hear it from the next room.

For dishwashers above 44 dB, it’s more important to focus on other features, such as the washing and drying systems or the rack design.

After that, consider reliability. Our data on dishwasher reliability is based on 33,000 service calls.

What Does a Quiet Dishwasher Sound Like?

A dishwasher with a decibel (dB) rating of 60 or higher can make it hard to have a conversation in the kitchen. Here’s how decibel levels compare to familiar sounds:

• A whisper - 15 decibels
• A typical conversation - 60 decibels
• A lawnmower - 90 decibels
• A car horn - 110 decibels
• A firecracker - 140 decibels

Better yet, here is what 39-, 44-, and 55-dB sound like in an actual kitchen:

In a kitchen, the difference between 39, 44, and 55 dB can be significant, but it’s important to note that no industry standard exists for measuring dishwasher noise levels.

For example, some brands measure dB ratings during a standard wash cycle, while others use quieter cycles like china or crystal settings.

Decibel Levels: What to Know

Dishwasher noise levels are rated in decibels - the lower the decibel number, the quieter the dishwasher.

A difference of just a few decibels may not add much noise, but a dishwasher that is 10 decibels higher is twice as loud.

However, buying a dishwasher at 44 dB is quiet enough; you do not want to pay for quietness below 44 dB.

For example, a Miele 44 dB dishwasher is $1,299, a 42 dB Miele is $2,249, and a 37 dB Bosch is $3,699.

Dishwasher Silence Rating Factors:

• Quality of insulation
• A dishwasher with a disposal is louder.
• Sound-dampening material on the exterior of the tub.
• Stainless steel tubs tend to be quieter than plastic tubs because it dampens sound.

The biggest feature of quiet dishwashers is the ability to move away from grinders to filters.

The early Asko and Bosch dishwashers imported into the US in the 1990s all had filters, as well as Miele.

Back then, a dishwasher was just expected to clean your dishes.

Then, people started with the open kitchen design, merging the kitchen and living space, so noise or lack thereof became an issue.

Most dishwasher models with grinders, like Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire, Electrolux, Amana, and Hotpoint, exceed the 44-decibel threshold.

All quiet dishwashers are filtered except for the newer GE Profile and Café dishwashers.

KitchenAid, for example, became a quieter dishwasher by removing its disposer and adding a filter.

Their better M series is noisier at 44 dB when a water filter is added. The disposer is better, so there is a trade-off in benefits except for one brand—GE Profile.

Read More: How to Buy a Dishwasher

Key Takeaways

• You don’t need to spend more than $899–$999 for a quiet dishwasher. A noise level of 44 dB or lower is sufficient for most homes, even in open kitchen layouts. Spending extra for models below this threshold often doesn’t add noticeable benefits unless you’re looking for additional premium features.
• Understanding decibels is crucial when choosing a dishwasher. A difference of 10 dB means the dishwasher is twice as loud, but small differences (e.g., 42 dB vs. 44 dB) may not be noticeable in everyday use.
• Filters are a key feature in quiet dishwashers. Models with filters tend to be quieter than those with grinders, though grinders like GE Profile’s Piranha remain an exception with advanced sound-dampening features.
• Premium models offer more than just quiet operation. High-end dishwashers like Miele or Bosch Benchmark include features like advanced drying systems, custom wash zones, and automatic detergent dispensers, which may justify their higher price points.
• Reliability matters. Based on service data, brands like LG, Bosch, and Miele stand out for long-term dependability, while GE offers innovative solutions at competitive price points.
• Consider your priorities beyond noise. Features like racking flexibility, wash cycles, drying performance, and build quality often have a greater impact on satisfaction than decibel ratings alone.

By focusing on what truly matters—your kitchen layout, noise tolerance, and desired features—you can confidently find a dishwasher that fits both your needs and budget.

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