The dishwasher is very quiet, and the shelves are usually easy to maneuver, although the bottom shelf tends to get off track. But I've only had it a few months and already the lid to the detergent compartment has stopped working and will not close. It's a very strange closure and I was afraid it might not last. It also doesn't get the dishes completely clean; lipstick stains remain on plastic tumblers, etc. I do really like the top shelf for tableware.