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Midea MDF18A1ABB Built-in Dishwasher
Best cheap built-in
Midea MDF18A1ABB Built-in Dishwasher
Manufacturer-listed built-in at $459 — the cheapest named-brand built-in we track.
$459.00
7.8DustScore
7.5ValueScore$459 eff.
The best dishwashers under $700
24 tested, 11 ranked · Last verified: Aug 31, 2026
TL;DR — the short answer
GE's GDT535PSRSS at $393 is the best dishwasher under $700 we track — top control, third rack tier features. Samsung's DW80CG4021 at $395 and Whirlpool's WDT730HAMZ at $417 round out the value field.
The sub-$700 dishwasher field now includes third-rack and top-control machines that were $1,000 five years ago. Every price is live from the dealer listing.
Our top picks
Ranked by:
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Best overall
THOR Kitchen HDW2401SS
ENERGY STAR — $909 at Premium Home Source.
★ 4.8 (97 owner ratings)
$909.00
8.6DustScore
4.6ValueScore$909 eff.
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Best top controls
ZLINE DW7713-24
Top controls, Panel-ready — $715 at The Range Hood Store.
★ 4.7 (552 owner ratings)
$714.97
8.5DustScore
5.6ValueScore$715 eff.
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Editor's pick
ZLINE Top-control Panel-ready
Top controls, Panel-ready — $1062 at Premium Home Source.
★ 4.7 (51 owner ratings)
$1062.49
8.5DustScore
4.1ValueScore$1062 eff.
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8.4DustScore
4.3ValueScore$979 eff.
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Worth a look
ZLINE Top-control
Top controls — $1232 at Premium Home Source.
★ 4.7 (106 owner ratings)
$1232.49
8.4DustScore
3.6ValueScore$1232 eff.
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Best third rack
ZLINE Third-rack
Third rack — $1237 at Home Outlet Direct.
★ 4.9 (584 owner ratings)
$1237.49
8.4DustScore
3.6ValueScore$1237 eff.
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Solid alternative
GE Top-control Third-rack
Top controls, Third rack, ENERGY STAR — $449 at Mazer Appliance.
$449.00
8.3DustScore
8.1ValueScore$449 eff.
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8.3DustScore
7.0ValueScore$529 eff.
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Reliable pick
Samsung DW90F89T0UMT
Third rack, 16 place settings, ENERGY STAR, smart app control — $995 at Shop Appliances.
$995.00
8.3DustScore
4.2ValueScore$995 eff.
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Best panel-ready
Bosch SGV78C53UC
Panel-ready, 15 place settings, ENERGY STAR, smart app control — $1399 at Shop Appliances.
$1399.00
8.3DustScore
3.3ValueScore$1399 eff.
Compare the top picks
Prices and stock load live from each merchant. Specs are from our verified editorial database.
Highlighted cells differ between models.
| Spec | Midea MDF18A1ABB Built-in Dishwasher | THOR Kitchen HDW2401SS | ZLINE DW7713-24 | ZLINE Top-control Panel-ready | THOR Kitchen DW24X8BA99-BRZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (live) | $459.00 | $909.00 | $714.97 | $1062.49 | $979.00 |
| Capacity | 8 place settings | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Configuration | Front controls | Not disclosed | Top controls · Panel-ready | Top controls · Panel-ready | Not disclosed |
| Energy | Not disclosed | ENERGY STAR certified | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Finish | Black | Stainless | Panel Ready | Panel Ready | Stainless |
| ValueScore | 7.5 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
| DustScore | 7.8 | 8.6 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.4 |
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Best budget dishwashers: the full review
How this ranking works
Every listing is a live Shopify dealer catalog entry — the price you see is the price the dealer is charging right now, refreshed at page view. Scores are seed drafts: a published rubric applied to listing specs, ENERGY STAR status and owner ratings, pending our bench protocol.
Dealer stock moves fast in this category. If a pick has sold through, the profile page will show it — and the next candidate is usually $50 away in the same ranking.
Frequently asked questions
Is a third rack worth it?
Yes for utensils, sieves and big spoons — and it frees the lower rack. It's the single best $50-100 upgrade over a two-rack tub at the same noise level.
What dB should a dishwasher be?
Under 44 dB is truly quiet (library territory); 45-50 dB is fine behind a closed kitchen. Every dB under 50 costs money — judge whether your kitchen is open-plan before paying for silence.
Front control or top control?
Top controls look cleaner and can't be bumped by kids; front controls show cycle status at a glance and cost less. Functionally identical wash systems exist on both.
How long should a dishwasher last?
9-10 years on average. Bosch's fill heaters and filter design have the best service record in the category; pumps on any brand fail mostly from hard-water scale.
Changelog
- Aug 31, 2026: Launched ranking from live Global Catalog dealer listings; scores are seed drafts pending bench protocol.