SPT SD-6501W Built-In Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub: Can This Budget Pick Handle Your Dishes in 2026?
At $460, this dishwasher delivers a stainless tub, 6 wash programs, and Energy Star savings, but its 55 dB noise level and absent features like sanitize, delayed start, and adjustable racks make it a weak pick at this price.
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Key Specifications
Best For
How this product scores for different use cases
At 25.6 inches wide and 23.89 inches deep, this is a standard built-in footprint, not a compact or countertop model. It fits a standard kitchen space but offers no size advantage for tight layouts.
At $460.22, this unit sits above the budget price range while offering only basic features. Competitors with sanitize cycles, delayed start, and adjustable racks are available at similar or lower prices.
No adjustable racks, no third rack, and no sanitize cycle limit cleaning versatility for large families. The 24-inch tall tub provides standard capacity but lacks the loading flexibility large households need.
At 55 dB, this unit hits the poor noise threshold and runs louder than the 50 dB category average. Open-concept kitchens typically require 45 dB or below for comfortable background operation.
At 55 dB with no sanitize cycle, no steam cleaning, no third rack, no interior lighting, and no adjustable racks, this unit lacks the defining features of a premium dishwasher.
No WiFi connectivity, no app control, and no Alexa or Google integration. This unit offers zero smart home features.
Our Verdict
This dishwasher runs at 55 dB. That puts it at the poor noise threshold. You will hear it running from an adjacent room or open floor plan.
You get 6 wash programs and a stainless steel tub at this price. Those are solid basics. The heated dry function actively dries dishes rather than air drying.
At $460.22, you miss sanitize, delayed start, adjustable racks, and a third rack. Competing built-ins at this price often include all four. The value case is difficult to make.
Energy Star certification cuts long-term utility costs. That is a real ongoing benefit. It does not close the gap on the missing features for most buyers.
What We Like
- Energy Star certified, meeting federal efficiency standards for year-round energy cost savings
- 6 wash programs including Eco and Glass modes, hitting the good tier threshold of 7 or fewer cycles
- Stainless steel interior tub retains heat better than plastic and resists staining
- Heated drying function actively removes moisture rather than relying on air drying alone
- Top cutlery rack allows flat placement of fine utensils that slip through standard silverware baskets
What Could Be Better
- 55 dB noise level hits the poor threshold, running louder than the 50 dB category average for built-in dishwashers
- No sanitize cycle, a feature standard on most competing 24-inch built-ins at this price point
- No delayed start timer, which built-in competitors at $400 and above commonly include
- No adjustable racks, limiting the ability to reconfigure interior space for tall pots or oversized items
- No third rack, which most built-in dishwashers at $450 and above now include for added utensil capacity
Standout Features
Full Specifications
Performance
| Noise Level | 55 dB |
| Noise Rating | Noisy |
Dimensions
| Width | 25.6 inches |
| Height | 33.74 inches |
| Depth | 23.89 inches |
Best For
| Use Case 1 | Full Kitchen |
| Use Case 2 | Apartment / Small Kitchen |
Features
Included Features
Not Included
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SD-6501W: Energy Star 24" Built-In Stainless Steel Tall Tub Dishwasher w/Heated Drying – White
How loud does this dishwasher run?
It runs at 55 dB. That is the poor noise threshold. You will likely hear it from a nearby room while it runs.
Does this dishwasher have a sanitize cycle?
No. The 6 programs are Heavy, Normal, Light, Eco, Glass, and Rinse. None of them include a sanitize function.
Can I delay the start to run it overnight?
No. This model does not include a delayed start feature.
Will it fit standard kitchen cabinetry?
Yes. It measures 25.6 inches wide, 23.89 inches deep, and 33.74 inches tall, which fits a standard 24-inch built-in dishwasher opening.
Is the interior tub stainless steel or plastic?
The interior tub is stainless steel. Stainless retains heat better for drying and resists odors and stains compared to a plastic tub.
Best For
How this product scores for different use cases
At 25.6 inches wide and 23.89 inches deep, this is a standard built-in footprint, not a compact or countertop model. It fits a standard kitchen space but offers no size advantage for tight layouts.
At $460.22, this unit sits above the budget price range while offering only basic features. Competitors with sanitize cycles, delayed start, and adjustable racks are available at similar or lower prices.
No adjustable racks, no third rack, and no sanitize cycle limit cleaning versatility for large families. The 24-inch tall tub provides standard capacity but lacks the loading flexibility large households need.
At 55 dB, this unit hits the poor noise threshold and runs louder than the 50 dB category average. Open-concept kitchens typically require 45 dB or below for comfortable background operation.
At 55 dB with no sanitize cycle, no steam cleaning, no third rack, no interior lighting, and no adjustable racks, this unit lacks the defining features of a premium dishwasher.
No WiFi connectivity, no app control, and no Alexa or Google integration. This unit offers zero smart home features.
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