In the market for a great dishwasher? You can’t go wrong with Miele:
The company is laser-focused on quality, and it’s run by PhDs. Seriously,
they don’t make a lemon. But they do make a lot of models, and it can be confusing to pick.
That’s why we got so excited about Miele’s newest entry-level G5000 series,
which replaces the old Classic G4000 series. It includes our current top pick: the G5266.
If you can find it, we say nab it—and I’m going to tell you exactly why.
Hi, I’m Elyse with Designer Appliances, New Jersey’s premier independent appliance retailer.
We’re here to take the stress and confusion out of shopping,
whether you’re looking for a replacement or remodeling an entire kitchen.
I get that you’re probably not excited about buying a dishwasher. Most people would rather
spend their money on something else. But it deserves as much consideration as a new car.
Here’s why: You’re going to touch it and use it every day. There are little things you’ll come to
love about it—and little things that might really annoy you if you don’t think them through first.
Miele guarantees you’ll get fewer of those annoyances.
In the dishwasher world, Mieles are the Mercedes in a parking lot full of Toyotas.
Either will get you where you need to go, but it’s worth spending a bit more if you care
about convenience and style. We’ve tested each generation, and we find their performance and
convenience to be so good that we use them as a yardstick to judge other dishwashers.
You’ll feel the difference every time you open and close the door, when you add detergent,
and when you slide the racks in and out or adjust them up and down. It’s a total upgrade.
Want to see Miele dishwashers in person?
Come see us in one of our showrooms. Visit us online or give us a call to make an appointment.
Now let’s talk about what makes the G5000 series, and the G5266 in particular, so nice.
The G5000 series consists of three models: the G5006, G5056, and G5266. As with any Miele series,
the higher you go in the lineup, the more perks you get. The base model’s missing the
AutoOpen door and water softener, which is why we recommend stepping up to the g5266.
All Miele dishwashers give you the same great wash quality and a nice stainless
steel interior with user-friendly racks. The beauty of all the G5000 models is
that they have high-end features that used to come only on more expensive machines.
The QuickIntenseWash cycle is one example.
When you’re low on time and heavy on grime, it takes just 58 minutes.
It wasn’t available on base models in the past, but the entire G5000 series has it.
The G5000 dishwashers also look similar to the Miele’s most expensive dishwashers
in the G7000 series. You can even opt for one with a pocket handle—something
Miele launched with the G5000s to compete with Bosch’s in-demand 500 series model.
We think the G5266 has the best mix of features for the best price.
1. It has AutoOpen drying, which we think is Miele’s best recent innovation.
It automatically opens the door when the wash cycle’s done to help plastic
containers and glasses get fully dry. Unlike other gimmicks, this really works.
2. It’s very quiet at just 42 decibels.
It’s not Miele’s quietest dishwasher—they go down to 38—but it’s plenty for most people.
3. In addition to the under-an-hour QuickIntenseWash,
you get ExtraClean and ExtraDry wash cycles.
4. It has Miele’s latest MultiFlex 3D cutlery tray, which is really easy to adjust and lets
you fit more per load. The left-hand side can slide over to make room for tall items
like wine glasses. The right section goes up and d own to fit large bowls or plates.
And the middle drops down so small bowls and ladles can fit. Two of my colleagues
have a G7000 series dishwasher at home, and say the G5266 looks very similar inside.
5. You can get it with a towel bar handle or pocket handle
or choose a panel ready door you can cover with custom cabinetry.
And finally, 6., it has a water softener. This is key for those of us in New Jersey,
where we have hard water. It removes minerals from the water so they don’t
build up inside your dishwasher, which helps it last longer.
Now, what doesn’t it have that the pricier Mieles do?
For starters, Wi-Fi. But we don’t think that’s a problem. None of us has ever
gotten into the swing of using the app, and we’ve tried. For now, it’s not worth it.
You also won’t get Miele’s latest M Touch control panel,
a sleek touch screen that feels more like an iPhone, or the Knock2Open feature. That means
you can’t have a handleless machine. You might prefer that if you want a super modern kitchen.
You won’t get Miele’s China & Crystal cycle,
which is helpful if you have a lot of either of these to wash on the regular.
And it doesn’t have Miele’s automatic detergent dispenser, which lets you forget about adding
detergent for 20 cycles. We were stoked about this when it debuted with the G7000 series,
but we’ve found that it’s actually not that helpful. You have to use Miele’s
$12.99 proprietary detergent discs, so it’s often easier to use regular detergent.
The answer is, a few things you might want if you prefer a top-of-the-line machine.
Upgrade to a model in the luxe G7000 series and you’ll get an even quieter experience,
Miele’s sleek, iPhone-like M-touch control panel, the China & Crystal cycle, Wi-Fi,
and the revolutionary AutoDos dispenser, which automatically dispenses the perfect amount
of detergent for 20 consecutive loads. If you want to forget about detergent for a few weeks,
the convenience could be worth the extra expense for you. And if you want an extra-sleek look,
you’ll find the Miele Knock2Open door in the G7000 series. That lets you have a handless machine.
It’s these conveniences and design choices that are worth the upgrade from the G5000 series.
If you’ve got a tighter budget but still want the best, the G5000 series is the way to go.
The only other con? Finding it. We’ve had trouble getting our hands on G5000
series dishwashers ever since they were released.
Our advice: If you see one, buy it while you can, wherever you can find it—even if
it’s not from us. We expect the G7000 series to continue to be a little easier to track down.
If you think a Miele dishwasher sounds perfect or want to explore your options more,
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