Futuristic dishwasher can wash dishes remotely

There is a variation of the Miele Futura Lumen Series G6565SCVI called the Miele Futura Lumen Series G6565SCVISF. It is very similar to the Miele Futura Lumen Series G6565SCVI in most respects.

We test a lot of dishwashers in our Cambridge, MA labs, including some from high-end brands like Miele. A premium appliance manufacturer from Germany, Miele is well-known for its dishwashers^[1], and the all-new Futura Lumen G6565SCVi (MSRP $1,699) continues that trend.

It wasn’t just the test results that impressed us. This Miele looks and feels like a premium appliance, thanks to its sturdy door, smooth-gliding racks, and responsive controls.

With a monolithic, logo-free, stainless steel front, and a hidden, top-mounted control panel, this dishwasher looks very unassuming from the outside. But the inside of the Lumen is what truly shines—literally, since interior lights illuminate as soon as you open the door.

This video was shot inside the Miele Futura Classic, which has a similar wash system to the Futura Lumen.

It’s What’s Inside That Counts Credit: Miele

The door partially opens on its own when a cycle is finished.

We think the Futura Lumen has one of the best interiors of any dishwasher that’s come through our labs. Nearly everything can be adjusted, which means you can fit just about any dish. Giant pots, tall pitchers, delicate stemware, and tiny ramekins all have homes inside this dishwasher.

One of the most brilliant design choices is how every adjustable part is colored an eye-catching yellow. You’ll be able to tell at a glance if something can be slid, flipped, or folded.

A cutlery basket does not come standard. Instead, there’s a highly flexible third rack, which can be adjusted to fit serving and cooking utensils in addition to silverware. You can even slide sections of the third rack out of the way if you need to load taller items underneath.

...But the Outside Also Matters The Lumen’s hidden control panel features an LCD screen and responsive mechanical buttons that click audibly. Our only gripe is the presence of 11 wash programs and just one button to toggle through them all. There's also no physical Back button: If you want to change a selection, you have to select the Back option from the display. Needless to say, navigating the menus and submenus can be a hassle. When a cycle finishes, the door partially opens for you automatically^[2]. A luxurious feature, for sure, but it’s also practical. Opening the door lets all the moisture escape, which quickens drying. It’s also an obvious way to tell that your dishes are done.

One last detail: The door’s latch extends outward when the door opens automatically, but once you open the door the rest of the way, the motorized latch retracts back in. Were it from any other brand, we might be worried about the extra parts breaking—but Miele dishwashers have a good reputation for reliability among customers and retailers alike.

The Lumen gives you precise control over when you run your cycles. Within its menus, there are options for setting the exact time of day you wish to start a cycle and for when you want a cycle to finish.

For more information, please visit the Test Results Page^[4].

Most Miele dishwashers are available for sale from a variety of retailers, but higher-end models like the Futura Lumen are easiest to find at authorized Miele dealers. If you want to get some hands-on time with this product, stop by a Miele Experience Center^[6], where all Miele appliances are on display.

Get Illuminated Credit: Miele Manufacturer render of what the Generation 6000 series might look like in your high-end kitchen. If you want a Miele dishwasher with top-mounted controls and an unobtrusive face, this Lumen is the one to get. It ticks off all the necessary checkboxes you expect from a premium dishwasher, and adds in some fancy yet functional extras. In case this Lumen isn't the perfect fit for you, there are other, similar dishwashers: The Lumen series also comes in several panel-ready options, including one with

The less expensive Miele Futura Dimension series^[8] loses some cycles and wash options but retains the auto-open door, third rack, and Extra Quiet cycle. And if you’re looking to save money for a solid Miele dishwasher and don’t mind forward-facing controls, consider the Miele Futura Classic Plus G4925SCU^[9].