Criterion CDW7TCM*vsSmeg STU8623
Side-by-side dishwasher comparison
Criterion CDW7TCM*
Place Settings
14
Annual Energy
240kWh/yr
Water Use
3.2gal/cycle
Type
Standard
Smeg STU8623
Place Settings
13
Annual Energy
239kWh/yr
Water Use
3.1gal/cycle
Type
Standard
Key differences
Both models are closely matched on annual energy: 240 vs 239 kWh/yr. The Criterion CDW7TCM* is larger at 14 versus 13 .
Capacity
| Spec | Criterion | Smeg |
|---|---|---|
| Place Settings | 14 | 13 |
| Width(in) | 23.6 | 24 |
| Depth(in) | 22.7 | 24 |
Energy & Water
| Spec | Criterion | Smeg |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 240 | 239 |
| US Federal Standard(kWh/yr) | 307 | 307 |
| Better Than Standard(kWh/yr) | 22 | 22 |
| Water Use(gal/cycle) | 3.20 | 3.10 |
| Federal Standard Water(gal/cycle) | 5 | 5 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Configuration
| Spec | Criterion | Smeg |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Standard | Standard |
| Tub Material | Hybrid (Plastic & Steel) | Hybrid (Plastic & Steel) |
| Soil Sensing | Yes | No |
| Drying Method | Heated Dry | Automatic Door Release |
| Connected Capable | No | No |
| Additional Features | None | Third Rack |