KitchenAid KDPS624SPS Reviews & Ratings by Customers and Consumer Reports

Designed for households that cook often and expect consistently polished results without constant babysitting, the KitchenAid KDPS624SPS is a premium 24-inch built-in dishwasher that prioritizes thorough coverage, strong drying performance, and high-capacity loading. It’s best suited to busy families, frequent entertainers, and anyone upgrading to a quieter, more flexible machine for an open-concept kitchen. Cleaning performance is a clear strength. The platform uses 50+ total wash jets distributed across multiple wash arms to deliver targeted coverage throughout the tub, helping reduce the need for pre-rinsing and improving results on mixed loads. The standout is the 360° Max Jets™ third rack, which actively washes items placed up top—particularly useful for mugs, small bowls, and hard-to-reach shapes that can come out dull in passive third racks. In day-to-day use, this translates to better utilization of the upper space and fewer compromises in the lower racks. Drying is another area where this model is engineered to perform. The Advanced ProDry™ System combines heat, airflow, and ventilation to push loads closer to “cabinet-ready,” and the automatic door-open dry feature helps release moisture at the end of the cycle—especially beneficial for plastics and densely packed loads. A stainless-steel interior supports drying by retaining heat and resisting odors and staining over time. From a usability standpoint, the top controls keep the exterior clean-looking, while smooth-gliding rack rails and an adjustable middle rack make it easier to fit tall cookware or stemware securely. At a rated 44 dBA, it operates at a level that typically fades into the background—an important consideration in many U.S. and Canada-style open kitchen/living layouts. Limitations are mostly practical. As with most third-rack designs, maximizing capacity requires a learning curve in how you load utensils and small items. Additionally, buyers who strongly prefer a fully closed-door drying approach may not love the idea of an auto-opening door, even though it can be disabled. Verdict: KitchenAid KDPS624SPS is an excellent fit for users who value quiet operation, high-capacity flexibility, and strong wash-and-dry results across all three racks. Those who want the simplest loading experience or dislike door-open drying behaviors may want to consider alternatives with more conventional rack layouts.