C.C.
I have been very pleased with my Kenmore Ultra Wash. I think we paid around $400 for it. Nothing real fancy, but it is all black which I wanted to match the rest of the appliances and it does a good job on the dishes. The only thing I have been a little disappointed, okay.. a lot.. is here lately I have noticed that the little door that holds the detergent doesn't always pop open during the proper time in the wash cycle therefore I have to keep an eye on it and open it manually.. Personally, I think the hinge on the door flap has gone bad and I am sure it can be replaced.. The dishwasher is about 3-4 yrs.old..I am sure just normal wear and tear or age on the hinge.. But, I am very pleased with the dishes coming out very clean and no spots... I use cascade or that electrolite..whatever detergent is on sale..
Good luck with all that!