The Amana ADB1100AWW is part of the Dishwashers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Dishwashers models like the ADB1100AWW are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Washing Assessed by running the sensor, normal or equivalent cycle to clean a full load of dishes with baked-on food.

Drying Drying is our assessment of how thoroughly a model dries plastic items, the most stubborn in any load. We evaluate drying performance using the same cycle we use for our Washing test. As directed by manufacturers, we use rinse aid in every load.

Energy use The normal cycle is used for the yellow energy sticker. Our score is based on the selected wash cycle. The largest portion is needed for heating water, both at the water heater and in the machine.