Is it better/easier to hand wash and then use this to sterilize or buy the dishwasher thingy only?
391443
This is way easier. I use this sterilizer every day, sometimes multiple times, when often my dishwasher isn't full enough to run a full load.
391444
I suppose that depends on how many bottles you are planning on buying and how frequently you run your dishwasher. We cycle through 6-8 bottles, generally washing and sterilizing 3-5 at a time (plus, we wash and sterilize pump bottles). That results in this thing going through the microwave 2, 3, or 4 times a day. I can't begin to imagine running my dishwasher that frequently.
1287165
I always handwash mine, it is simple and fast. I love it, and didn't buy it because of the recipes on the side, but found out that they are very handy. And a good for parties/gatherings!
128005
I have one and just wash it by hand. Not sure if it's dishwasher safe or not. But You don't really need to wash it a lot.
1757432
So far I have only washed it by hand, but it's supposed to be top shelf dishwasher safe. Hope this helped. Cheers!
1456535
Good question, I don't have a dishwasher so I wouldn't know. I would personally stick with hand-washing it. A quick rinse and wipe off is all you need. Unless it's made from stainless steel, which I don't think it is, a dishwasher may not be the best idea.
629083
It is only with extreme difficulty, but not necessary since the joint is very tight. If you pay attention to washing it, (we use a toothbrush for crevices routinely), dishwasher people may want to disassemble it on extremely rare occasion. Most dishwashers pasteurize all exposed surfaces, and washers-by-hand get whatever they give.
1522381
I would not recommend using the dishwasher but it wouldn't hurt it. It just might not get all the crevices clean. Let me know if it works better than hand washing.
559871
yes, i have put it in the dishwasher, but i use it so often - and i only turn on dishwasher every 2-3 days, i usually wash it by hand. washes easily.
284394
I have not felt the need to use either on mine. I just use dish soap and water. I'm sure the scrubbie would be fine to use
284609
The packaging (by the company) includes a note saying not to use the dishwasher. We have been hand washing ours. They are a quick rinse job and repellant to food grime, so the job is easy. I don't want to use the dishwasher in case the nice dirt-repelling finish comes off.
1522383
I always wash this by hand, never did put it in the dishwasher.......sorry I can't be of more help. Good luck with your shopping.
469133
No. I just looked on the box (just bought a second one I haven't opened yet) and it says "Hand wash only for best results". I don't have a dishwasher (I know- gasp!) so I can't say myself if it would hold up, but the company doesn't seem to recommend it.
904340
I would not run this thru the dishwasher. It's worth hand-washing. Best grater I've ever owned.
2274413
Not sureThey are easy to hand wash when cleaning rest of fridge (e/o month or so)
775446
You can do both! I have done both dishwasher and laundry and they both worked fine. I prefer to manually scrub them because the dry quickly.
2249469
I would do top rack only. I find a simple handwash does the trick and I'm afraid of ruining mine so I never put it in the dishwasher.
1160037
Its easy to clean, well I throw it all in the dishwasher, but washing by hand shouldnt be hard. The bottom unscrews and the blade piece has a rubber part that helps the whole thing seal tight.