Dishwashers advice guides

Choosing an inefficient dishwasher could add almost £300 to your energy bills over its lifetime and be much worse for the environment.

We've rounded up the slimline dishwashers that have topped our tests, to help you easily find the best model for your home.

Living in a small home doesn't mean you have to live without a dishwasher. Our guide will help you buy the best compact dishwasher for you, your kitchen and your budget.

Buying a great dishwasher means kissing goodbye to washing up by hand. Our guide will help you buy the perfect dishwasher for you, your kitchen, budget and priorities.

Some dishwashers have an array of programs while others keep it simple. Find out what different programs do and which you need.

Water may be leaking from your dishwasher, but you might not need to buy a new machine or hire a professional to take a look at it.

A dishwasher that won't drain can be worrying, but you might be able to fix it quickly yourself, saving you the need to buy a new machine or pay a professional to repair it.

If your dishwasher won't start and the control panel shows no signs of life, the problem could be resolved with a few quick and easy checks.

Our exclusive Which? customer satisfaction and longevity data will help you choose a long-lasting dishwasher. Find out which brands, including Bosch and Miele, have the happiest customers and which develop the fewest faults over time.

Do you have a smelly dishwasher? Follow these six easy steps to keep your dishwasher clean, stop it smelling and help make your plates sparkle.

Watch our video guide to find out which dishes should go where and what to do with large items so you can make the most of your dishwasher.

How does dishwasher salt and rinse aid work, what does it do and how much do you need to use? Read our guide for all the answers.

Find out why our dishwasher reviews are among the most reliable and rigorous you’ll find anywhere.