Washtech: Why It’s the Best Commercial Dishwasher in Australia Right Now

Washtech has surged ahead of all other commercial dishwashers in Australia, claiming the top spot for performance, reliability, and user-focused design.

Still manufactured in New Zealand under the Starline brand, Washtech commercial dishwashers have gone from strength to strength. After dominating the New Zealand market and earning a reputation as the country's most respected dishwasher brand, the Auckland-based manufacturer set its sights on Australia. As a service technician, I saw Washtech’s incredible growth—from their first units in Big Fresh (later Franklins, for those who remember), and custom machines built just for McCafe, to ultimately becoming Australia’s go-to washware name.

Built for Australian Conditions

Washtech dishwashers and glasswashers are specifically designed for Australian operating conditions. This is a key difference from imported commercial dishwasher brands like Fagor, Electrolux, or Hobart, which are built for Europe’s unique water, voltage, and kitchen requirements. Global manufacturers don’t make adjustments for the Australian market—some reportedly dismissing Australia as "not even 2% of the global market."

This local focus is a major reason for Washtech’s rapid rise in Australia. Their commitment to producing dishwashers built for Australian kitchens—backed by excellent local support and service technicians—has helped them expand their range and their customer base.

Meeting Diverse Needs: Simplicity and Innovation

As the brand grew, Washtech began landing major projects through building designers. However, these customers wanted more features, modern designs, and sleek user interfaces. Historically, Washtech built its name on simple, reliable, electromechanical controls—ideal for local cafes and food outlets wanting no-fuss performance. But the “designer market” wanted more bells and whistles.

Washtech’s response? They did both.

• X Series – Retaining their robust, simple controls, Washtech launched the X range: XG glasswashers, XV and XU underbench dishwashers, and XP and XL passthrough machines. These offer reliability and simplicity.

• Profession Series – For larger or specification-driven projects, Washtech introduced the Profession series, featuring advanced technology. Expect features like Eco mode, electronic displays, insulated doors, soft start wash, upgraded stainless steel wash/rinse arms, and more.

Both series have been recently updated—an exciting development I’ll tackle further in another post.

A Game Changer: The New HUD (Heads Up Display)

Having sold and installed many new Profession series units, I can now share my honest review.

Reliability: Too soon for a final verdict as most units are under two years old, but all Washtech dishwashers sold by eattucker.com come with a full two-year parts and labour warranty, giving peace of mind to our clients.

Intuitive Controls: Washtech didn’t reinvent the display controller from scratch—they partnered with experts in electronic controls from the dairy industry (an environment even tougher than hospitality). The result? A robust, simple-to-use Heads Up Display (HUD) that keeps operators informed about machine status and wash cycle progress.

Fully Customisable: The responsive touch controls make setup and operation simple. Users can easily adjust cycles and temperatures, set schedules (even automatic self-cleaning or draining), and fully tailor the dishwasher’s operation to their venue’s needs.

Innovation Where It Matters

A standout innovation: imported passthrough dishwashers often place their controls in the hood—right in the wettest, harshest environment. As a service tech, I knew this would cause endless problems. Washtech, however, designed its controller inside a movable stainless steel enclosure, allowing it to be mounted at multiple positions (hood height, bench height, or even several metres away)—the flexibility is unmatched.

The controller uses familiar icons and logic from earlier models but is now fully embedded to prevent steam and water ingress. So far, I can’t find any faults.

Why Buy Washtech from EatTucker?

Washtech is not only the best-selling, most reliable commercial dishwasher in Australia—they’re also backed by local support, 2-year warranty, and innovative features other brands simply don’t offer.

If you’re searching for the best commercial dishwasher for your cafe, restaurant, or bar, Washtech delivers performance tailored to Australian conditions—something the imports just can’t match.

Ready to invest in a Washtech dishwasher?
Contact us at sales@eattucker.com or Sean 0412 034 948 for expert advice, trusted support, and the right price on your new Washtech washware.