I bought this dishwasher for the decibel level.  My kitchen is open to the family room where we watch tv and never again will I need to turn up the tv when running the dishwasher!  It truly is whisper quiet, cleans superbly and I love the three racks.   It is so funny to see my wife jump if she is grabbing something out of the kitchen and the dishwasher drains!  The sound of water rushing down the drain is the loudest part.