Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- LDFN4542W
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- SKU:
- 6448632
Customer reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 3344 reviews
(3,344 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Cleaning Quality4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Dry Quality4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Cycle Options4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers find value in the 24" LG dishwasher's quiet operation, excellent cleaning performance, and convenient third rack. Many appreciate its ease of use and the sleek design. However, some users note that cycle times are lengthy and the control panel could be improved for better usability. A few customers have reported reliability concerns.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
One issue but there is a solution.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was pleased with the dishwasher at first. We replaced a 28-year-old Magic Chef, still working dishwasher. It took a while (a couple of months) to find the best settings and loading of our dishes for our family of two. It would take us about 3-4 days to fill up the dishwasher before running. I settled on Normal wash> High Temp, with a run time of 2 hours 51 minutes. It was somewhat difficult to add the Rinse Aid directly from the bottle. I switched to using a measuring cup instead of the bottle. This way I could have the door open at a 45-degree angle so the rinse aid would go into the reservoir better without spilling out. The only unpleasant issue I noticed was the smell/stink when we would open the door a day after a wash to add items to the dishwasher. It smelled like a sewage. Running an empty dishwasher with a cup of white vinegar would help some but a day later the smell was back. I thought I was going to have to return the unit for something else. However, after some internet research I found the solution. THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT TO RESOLVE THE SMELL ISSUE: After running and emptying the dishwasher you close the door> press the power button again> and PRESS and HOLD the START button for 3 seconds. You will see three dashes and you will hear a noise. It will stop after a few seconds on its own. This will completely empty the standing water in the dishwasher drain. Beside this bad design by LG of not draining the dishwasher water properly, by using the steps I stated above, this is excellent mid-range dishwasher for the money.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Wet dishes
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like that’s it’s pretty quiet and it cleans my dishes but it leaves my dishes completely wet. I have rinse aid in it and upped the level from L2 to L3. They are soaked. Not just damp. I turn it on before bed and do the extra dry and it doesn’t help at all.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from LG Digital Customer Care
Posted .Hi, Cassondra. Thank you for sharing your experience with the LG Dishwasher (LDFN4542B) model. We’re glad to hear that you find it quiet and effective at cleaning your dishes, but we understand your concern when they come out completely wet. We strive to provide reliable, high-quality products exceeding our customer's needs and expectations. ince you’ve already adjusted the rinse aid, a helpful troubleshooting step is to check the dishwasher's drying settings. Make sure that the "Extra Dry" option is selected, as this should enhance the drying performance. Additionally, you might want to verify that the dishwasher’s filter is clean, as a clogged filter can impact drying efficiency.
If these adjustments don’t improve the situation, we’re here to assist you further. Please send us a private message on social media @LGUSSupport, and our team will be more than happy to help you find a solution. Your satisfaction is important to us. ^Juvy
- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Satisfied. Over time ll I be Completely Satisfied?
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The dishwasher does as advertised. Cleans and dries dishes leaving them spotless especially with the jet dry. This unit is much more quieter than previous dishwasher even on turbo wash cycle. The service techs installed the dishwasher professionally making sure it was completely level and the unit was fully functional. The techs explained the different cycles and the basic do and don't of the dishwasher. Ask me if i had any questions, i said no and they handed me dishwasher manual. However, the true test of the product is will it stand the test of time by lasting for at least 10 years with little to none repair(s).
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Definitely an upgrade from the low end dishwasher that came with our house. It's super quiet to the point that I don't even realize it's running. The only time I can hear it washing a little louder is when it's on one of the turbo/express cycles because it's using more water and the jets are spraying harder, but's it's still a lot more quiet than the cheap unit we had. Dishes are clean, dries decently, lots of space and tray set up options, lots of wash options. Would highly recommend! Exterior is nice and still haven't had to polish the stainless steel even after months of using it daily. Installed it myself and it was pretty easy. Took less than 2 hours.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, Quadwash, and 48dba - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Dishwasher! You will like it too.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the new dishwasher! Three racks is awesome! Lots of space for our uses. Only complaint is that it is a bit noisier than I thought it would be. Works Great! Love that the upper rack has to height settings. You have these for many years, so I am happy I got this one with all the great features!
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, Quadwash, and 48dba - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Clean, quiet dishes...but come out a little wet.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This washer does a good job cleaning and is very quiet. Unfortunately all the reviews that talk about how well this machine dries are true. Great dishwasher...but will always leave your dishes a bit wet. You know the meniscus on the bottom of your coffee cups? Well there will be a little puddle of water on every single cup. Its not a deal breaker...But a hinderance nonetheless.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fast, quiet and cleans well
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got this in white to match our amazing new LG fridge. This dishwasher has a lot of useful settings and is much quieter than the one we replaced (15+ years old). You can barely hear it from the next room. The turbo setting gets everyday dishes clean and dry in 1 hour. Running this every other day for the last four months and the stainless interior is sleek, clean and spotless. We use Cascade ActionPacs; it’s very easy to fill soap and Rinse aid.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level, Third rack
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quiet & Clean
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very happy with this dishwasher! Extremely quiet & does a great job cleaning! Racks are easily adjustable & the 3rd rack is great for knives & odd shaped utinsels.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Ease of use, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
LG Quad Wash
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The dishwasher is doing a great job. It is very quiet and easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 4 out of 5 stars
OK for the Price (~$600 + Tax)
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Noise Level is not as low as the Description states (48dba); I would think it is rather a 55dba Level. I don't like the Racks as much as I used to with my old Kitchen Aid which I replaced. It washes well and the hi Temp Dry works well.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I recently purchased a Bosch dishwasher, and it’s been a game-changer for my kitchen. This machine is whisper-quiet, operating at just 42 dB, so I barely notice it running, even during late-night cycles. The sleek stainless steel design fits seamlessly into my modern kitchen, and the spacious interior, with its adjustable racks and third utensil rack, easily handles everything from delicate glassware to heavy pots. The cleaning performance is outstanding—dishes come out sparkling, even on the eco cycle, thanks to the PrecisionWash system that targets every corner. The AutoAir feature, which slightly opens the door post-cycle, ensures everything dries completely without a hint of water spots. I also love the smart connectivity; I can start or monitor cycles from my phone, which is super convenient when I’m busy. Energy efficiency is a big plus—it’s ENERGY STAR certified, and I’ve noticed a dip in my utility bills. The only minor gripe is the initial learning curve with the control panel, but once you get the hang of it, it’s intuitive. Overall, this Bosch dishwasher combines cutting-edge tech, stellar performance, and sleek design. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to upgrade their kitchen cleanup!
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, Quadwash, and 48dba - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of use, Noise level, Third rack
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
LG-24" Front Control Smart Dishwasher
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.LG-24" Dishwasher has been a great buy. The 3rd rack is super. It's very quiet, easy to load, and fit so well.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New Dishwasher
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Works well and looks great. Very happy with how this was handled, the first one that was delivered was faulty and with in a few days Best Buy had another delivered.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So far....
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Quiet. Cleans well. An abundance of options. I miss the layout of my old dishwasher. This unit can't be loaded as fully or creatively.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Can we talk about the bottom rack???
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I like the dishwasher regarding how it is quiet, cleans well and dries well if you use drying liquid like JetDry or something. BUT…the bottom rack just drives me crazy!!! It comes off the “track” everytime. Well, actually there is no track! But the whole rack comes off! The wheels even popped off. Soooo….i called Best Buy to come out to look at it and they were just here. He told me that is how it is designed. It’s that way intentionally so you can easily remove it to clean out the filter. How frustrating. He did discover two of the wheels were on wrong but it’s supposed to come off the track. Hmmmm…
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great dishwasher! Very quiet and leaves dishes sparkling clean!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of useCons mentioned:Control panel
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I recommend
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This LG was a replacement for Kitchenaid's top of their line model which finally died after 12 years. It works great and does a good job of keeping things in place. The Kitchenaid had a few addons that this didn't offer, so I removed the extra baskets and holders from the Kitchenaid and put them in the LG. The only problem I can see is the visibility of the controls. No lights, black on black makes them impossible to see unless I kneel down in front of it and use my phone flashlight. Other than that, perfect.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Control panel
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Continues to Malfunction...Cannot get help
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The control panel is malfunctioning. The lights flash, and and and chime. Most of the time it shuts down, in mid wash. It have never dried the dishes. Most frustrating is Best Buy being unable to have repair people in my area. Ipay the big buck (close to $200 a year) for extended warranty and it does me no good. I call, multiple times, they can't help me. I was cover it says until the 18 of August, I quit paying the extended fee on July 5 because of no help. Come to find out they won't honor the August 18 date. The geek squad people I have talked to are absolutely NO help. I have for years bought my appliances and computers from Best Buy but I will never spend another cent there. Today the agent I talk to said they should have helped me get outside help if they could not find local repair people. First time in a year that has been offered to me. I am so done. I now have a very expensive dishwasher the malfunctions.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from LG Digital Customer Care
Posted .Hi there, NormaL. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We understand your inquiry regarding the repeated malfunctioning of your LG 24" Front Control Built-In Dishwasher and the issues you've faced with lights flashing, chiming, shutting down mid-wash, and dishes not drying.
We understand that the unit didn't meet your expectations and your difficulty in obtaining timely assistance for your dishwasher. Your feedback is important, and we'd like to assist you further.
https://www.bestbuy.com/product/lg-24-front-control-built-in-stainless-steel-tub-dishwasher-with-3rd-rack-quadwash-and-48dba-black-stainless-steel/J7G565353J
If you have any further questions about its features, please send us a private message on Social Media @LGUSSupport, and our team will be more than happy to assist you. We appreciate your patience.
—Renzo
- Pros mentioned:Cleaning performance, Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great dishwasher.
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great dishwasher, very quiet and gets dishes clean. Only issue is sometimes the middle rack doesn’t slide into place properly without wiggling around to get door to shut.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Noise level, Third rack
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quiet, good performing dishwasher.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Our experience is pretty much what other folks have written. This is an extremely quiet dishwasher, Very pleased with that. It's cleaning power is very good, We have had no issues with that. The third drawer has been very handy. The only downside has been the drying of dishes, but we normally start the dishwasher at bedtime (not a problem since it's so quiet) and let the dishes dry overnight. So overall, we have been very pleased with this dishwasher and would recommend it.
This review is from LG - 24" Front Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, QuadWash, and 48dba - Black
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