Dishwasher cycle times typically range from about 1.5 to 4 hours, depending on the cycle selected and other factors.
- A normal wash cycle usually lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours.
- Quick wash cycles can take 30 to 60 minutes.
- Heavy wash cycles may run from 2.75 up to 4 hours.
- Sanitise cycles often take 3 to 3.5 hours.
- Sensor wash cycles, which adjust time based on how dirty the dishes are, can run 2 to 3.25 hours.
- Adding high-temperature settings or energy-saving modes can extend cycle times by several minutes to over an hour
Cycle length varies due to factors such as soil level of dishes, water temperature, load size, and whether drying is included. Modern dishwashers use sensors to optimize cycle duration. Longer cycles on newer models also help improve energy and water efficiency
. In summary, expect dishwasher runs to last anywhere from about half an hour for quick cycles up to 4 hours for heavy or sanitise cycles, with an average around 1.5 to 2 hours for typical washes
