KitchenAid Versus GE Dishwashers

KitchenAid and GE are two titans in the appliance industry, and both offer solidly built dishwashers. But which is the best choice for you? In this post, we’ll compare KitchenAid and GE dishwashers based on price, selection, durability, and rating.

KitchenAid dishwashers cost, on average, around $1,200. Higher-end models cost closer to $1,650. This puts them in the same range as most quality dishwashers, which typically retail for $799 to $1,999.

GE dishwashers vary dramatically in cost. On the absolute lowest end, you can find a clearance dishwasher with basic features for just $240.50. On the other end of the spectrum, some GE dishwashers can cost as much as $1,649. But overall, you’ll usually spend around $600 to $800.

GE has been making dishwashers since 1953 and has one of the best selections among any of today’s appliance brands. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that they have a much larger selection than KitchenAid. To quantify, GE currently offers 76 different dishwashers on its website, while KitchenAid only has eight.

So when it comes to selection, it’s no contest. GE wins, hands down.

In terms of durability, it’s a draw. “Both KitchenAid and GE dishwashers have a similar life expectancy,” explains Stories of a House. “And both brands offer dishwashers that are built to last.”

And this seems to be the consensus among most appliance experts. Both brands manufacture dishwashers that perform well, and buyers can expect to get about 10 years out of a product, which is about the average. While this doesn’t necessarily mean it will be a repair-free 10 years, you should get plenty of life out of both KitchenAid and GE dishwashers.

Top Consumer Reviews gives KitchenAid dishwashers a 3 out of 5-star rating and gives GE dishwashers a 4 out of 5-star rating. Some specific factors that were taken into consideration when determining ratings were price, features, performance, and longevity.

While Top Consumer Reviews considers both brands to be respectable with quality products, GE came out on top with the overall rating.

Like most appliance brands, KitchenAid offers a one-year manufacturer warranty. In their own words, “for one year from the date of purchase, when this dishwasher is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.”

GE also offers a one-year warranty. Starting “from the date of the original purchase, any part in the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship” will be covered. “During this full one-year warranty, GE will provide, free of charge, all labor and related service costs to replace the defective part.”

Let’s put it all together. GE dishwashers tend to cost less than KitchenAid products — roughly $400 less, on average. GE also has a much larger product selection. Durability is about the same, with both products expected to last around 10 years with proper care and maintenance. For the overall rating, GE received 4 out of 5-stars, while KitchenAid received 3. And both brands offer a one-year manufacturer warranty.

Based on all these factors, we have to give the edge to GE dishwashers, as they tend to have higher quality for a lower price tag.

One last thing to consider when buying a new dishwasher is an extended warranty. When you break it all down, is the added expense worth it? The simple answer is yes. Since most dishwashers cost at least $600, and the average repair costs $230, getting extended coverage is always the right choice.

Upsie offers affordable and comprehensive coverage for dishwashers. A three-year warranty for a $700 GE dishwasher costs just $79.99. This means customers can save up to 70% on the cost of coverage versus prices from competitors. Upsie is an affordable way to protect your investment. In addition, there’s no deductible, and you can conveniently make claims 24/7/365 for prompt, hassle-free repairs and replacements.

You can learn more about Upsie coverage and get a full overview of the types of plans offered here.