Is it really true that it is cheaper to use a dishwasher than wash up by hand - and wouldn't failing to rinse plates cause the dishwasher to get blocked up? Everyone has a view on whether it is cheaper to wash up by hand in the sink or use a dishwasher, so we put this to the experts to find out once and for all. Which is cheaper - sink or dishwasher? The average dishwasher uses 10 litres of water each time it runs - while filling a standard sink just once would use nine litres of water. There are additional ways to save energy costs when buying a dishwasher or any other new appliance.

Source: Daily Mail May 30, 2023 23:51 UTC