Use the ECO settings most of the time due to program length, however, you will need to rinse first; especially due to the design of racks that keep plates close together.
Doesn't dry particularly well.
Dont really notice the sound.
Its cheap but no delivery from Aldi, so extra cost. Easy to self install.
Few issues: seals come loose, bottom rack comes off track, long cycles, dispenser can be blocked by items

Yes, probably made in the same factory as VW diesels, a completely shonky product. We bought a Sterling dishwasher from Aldi in Helensvale, Gold Coast in July, it didn't work from the day of installation. Technician came out 3 times over the course of 3 months to replace circuit boards and in the end he said "I can't fix this, it's probably bad wiring" My hands are red raw from having to 'do the dishes' by hand for the last 3 + months. I am told I will not get a replacement but a refund instead. Great however it's up to me to dispose of the 'corpse'.
Think twice before buying white goods from Aldi. You get what you pay for these days and it's just not worth the risk.

We purchased the Stirling dishwasher almost 18 months ago, had it installed by a licensed plumber and have found it to be excellent. We use the Logix tablets and have always had everything come out spotless, even egg and melted cheese. Plastic items are usually still wet but you'll find that with most dishwashers. We find it efficient to run and are very glad we chose it. For such an inexpensive dishwasher, (we paid $299) it is up there with the best of them.

Purchased in January 2014. I quite like this dishwasher as it is easy to use. Unfortunately after about 6 months the program selector button kept sticking and I called to get it fixed under warranty. The service tech came out within 2 days but they needed to order a new front plate. I waited 4 weeks and finally got back to the customer service team who informed me that they were going to refund my money ($299.00) because the parts were taking too long to come in. I think if I hadn't rung them, I would still be waiting! But, to their credit, I got my refund within 4 working days after my second phone call.

At this stage, too early to tell.
Reasonably good value for money other that the hoses are too short.
Reasonably quiet.
The top rack should be pre-installed higher.
The spray holes are larger than my previous Bosch dishwasher, which was constantly blocking up.
On economy mode, the dishes don't seem to dry that well, but it is early days.
Price.
Hoses are too short