Best Built in Dishwashers of 2026: 8 Top Picks Ranked

The Sharp SDW6726MS earns the top spot because it is the quietest built in dishwasher in this group at 47 dB, and it costs $579.99 with 12 place settings and an adjustable third rack. That combination of low noise and a low price is rare in a 24 inch built in dishwasher, since most rivals at this price run at 49 dB or higher. It holds a 3.6 star average from 36 Amazon ratings and a 1 year limited warranty.

In practice, the three-sprayer setup with a dedicated Power Wash sprayer handles baked-on pans without pre-soaking, and the built-in soil sensors adjust the cycle automatically. Library Quiet operation keeps a normal wash around the volume of a soft conversation, which matters in open-plan kitchens. The fingerprint resistant stainless front wipes clean easily, and the pocket handle sits nearly flush with your cabinets, so a stainless steel built in dishwasher like this blends into a row of doors.

That said, 36 Amazon ratings is a thin track record, and the 1 year limited warranty is shorter than the lifetime tub coverage Kenmore offers. If you want a longer proven history, the EdgeStar below has 844 ratings. If quiet matters most, this is the one to buy.

The EdgeStar BIDW1802SS is the best value pick because it has the strongest buyer evidence in this lineup: 4.2 stars from 844 Amazon ratings, far more than any other model here. At $539.00 it is also the cheapest, and it fits an 18 inch built in dishwasher opening, so it works in small kitchens and apartments where a 24 inch cutout is not available. It handles 8 place settings on two racks.

Six wash cycles (Heavy, Normal, ECO, Glass, Rapid and Rinse) plus Sanitize, Hi Temp and Heated Dry cover everything from wine glasses to greasy pans. On top of that, a leakage sensor shuts off the water flow the moment it detects a leak, which protects floors in condos and upstairs kitchens. At 52 dB it is not the quietest built in dishwasher here, but it stays near the level of a normal conversation.

However, the trade-off is capacity and noise. Eight place settings and a 17.6 inch width mean a family of four will run it more often. If your cabinet opening is 24 inches, buy the Sharp SDW6726MS instead. If yours is 18 inches, this EdgeStar is the one to get.

The Sharp SDW6506JS is the best budget 24 inch built in dishwasher because it delivers 12 place settings, a third rack and 49 dB operation for $579.01, about a dollar less than the top pick. The gap shows up in noise, where 49 dB replaces the 47 dB of the SDW6726MS. It averages 3.6 stars from 26 Amazon ratings, and Sharp backs it with a 1 year limited warranty.

Meanwhile, the upper rack moves up or down by 2 inches, so tall stockpots and stemware both fit without fighting the middle rack. A half load option saves water on small loads, and the front touch controls include a child lock. The hybrid tub pairs stainless steel walls with a plastic floor, which keeps the price down while protecting the door and sides from stains.

Even so, the hybrid tub is a step below a full stainless steel interior, and 26 ratings is the thinnest feedback in this group. Skip it if you want a proven long-term record. If you simply want an affordable, quiet 24 inch built in dishwasher with a third rack, this one delivers.

The Kenmore 2214785 is the highest rated full size model here at 3.8 stars from 42 Amazon ratings, and it brings a SmartWash soil sensor, a Sani Rinse option and 12 place settings for $649.99. It is also an ENERGY STAR certified dishwasher, so it uses less water and electricity across the year.

Two pressurized UltraWash spray arms and a 3-stage filter blast stuck-on food using fresh filtered water, so you can load without rinsing. The SmartWash sensor reads how dirty the load is and adjusts water temperature, pressure and cycle time on its own. The MoreSpace upper rack has two height positions and can be lifted, lowered or removed for stockpots, and a Heated Dry option finishes the job.

On the other hand, at 54 dB this is the loudest model in the ranking, close to a normal conversation at arm's length. If your kitchen opens into a living room, or you run dishes at night, buy a quieter pick such as the Sharp SDW6726MS. If reliable cleaning at a fair price matters more, this Kenmore is worth a look.

The Kenmore 2214595 is the best stainless tub built in dishwasher under $650 because it pairs a full stainless steel interior with lifetime coverage on the tub and inner door panel. It fits 14 place settings and runs at 51 dB for $649.99. Buyers rate it 3.5 stars from 64 Amazon ratings, and it is an ENERGY STAR certified dishwasher with leak detection.

Three pressurized spray arms clean from every angle with filtered water, and the Express cycle finishes a full load in about 50 minutes. SmartDry Plus pushes condensation down the drain using hot water, which helps plastics dry without a towel. Leak detection drains excess water before it spreads, and the Half Load option handles small loads without wasting water.

Still, 51 dB is mid-pack here, and the 3.5 star average sits below the EdgeStar BIDW1802SS and the Kenmore 2214785. Skip it if you want the quietest machine you can buy at this price. If a stainless steel built in dishwasher with a lifetime tub warranty under $650 is the goal, this is your pick.

The Kenmore 2214632 is the best white finish pick and the cheapest way to get 15 place settings here, at $599.99 with 49 dB operation and a removable third rack. The catch is buyer feedback: 3.3 stars from just 21 Amazon ratings, the second weakest score in the lineup. It carries lifetime coverage on the stainless tub and inner door panel.

TurboDry uses a fan plus a heating element to pull moist air out of the tub, so even plastic containers come out dry without towel polishing. Accela Wash speeds through heavy loads, and the Express cycle cleans a full load in about 50 minutes. The MoreSpace upper rack adjusts or comes out entirely for tall pots, and a Half Load option trims water use.

By contrast, shoppers who want a stainless front should look elsewhere, because white is the only finish here and it will not match a stainless kitchen. The thin rating count also means less long-term data. If your kitchen already has white appliances and you want the largest load for the lowest price, this built in dishwasher is the one to grab.

The SUNVIVIPRO ZDW001 is the best large-load budget pick because it lists 14 to 16 place settings and 8 wash programs at $605.01, with 49 dB operation. It scores 3.6 stars from 25 Amazon ratings, and the manufacturer warranty runs only 1 year, the shortest term in this ranking. The listing is also ENERGY STAR certified.

Eight programs cover Auto, Heavy, Normal, ECO, Glass, Express, Soak and Self-Clean, and the 35 minute Express cycle helps with back-to-back dinners. A sanitize option reaches 149 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce contaminants, while the Half Load mode and a delay start give you control over water use and timing. Adjustable racks and a removable cutlery basket make room for pots and oversized items.

Then again, the brand is new to most US shoppers, the warranty is the shortest here, and the black finish will not suit every kitchen. Treat it as a budget workhorse rather than a long-term investment, and check the return policy before you buy. If you need a large-capacity 24 inch built in dishwasher on a tight budget, it is worth considering.

The Kenmore 2214625 ranks last because it costs $944.99, the only model here above $900, while carrying the weakest feedback at 3.0 stars from 54 Amazon ratings. It still offers real hardware: 15 place settings, 49 dB operation and TurboDry fan drying with lifetime tub coverage. The controls are touch based with an LED display, and Kenmore covers the stainless tub and inner door panel for life.

Meanwhile, TurboDry pulls moisture and warm air out of the tub while a heating element boosts drying, so plastics come out spot-free. SmartWash sensors adjust temperature, pressure and cycle time for each load, and Accela Wash speeds up heavy cycles. Leak detection drains excess water, and the MoreSpace rack raises or lowers for pots and stemware.

As a result, this is the hardest model to recommend here, since you can get 15 place settings, 49 dB and TurboDry for $599.99 in the white Kenmore 2214632. Skip it unless you specifically want the stainless finish with TurboDry and find it on sale. Otherwise, put the savings toward a quieter option.