When it comes to buying a new dishwasher, is the double-drawer one a good option? Manufacturers claim those offer more flexibility, so you can put pots and pans in one, while cleaning fine glassware in the other.

Consumer Reports evaluated two double-drawer dishwashers, one from Fisher & Paykel as well as Kenmore’s Elite Drawer dishwasher. They both retail for $1,000 or more.

In Consumer Reports’ tests, three of the Kenmore double-drawer dishwashers had problems. Sometimes there was standing water left in the bottom of the washer. And when the washer did run properly, it didn’t do a very good job of cleaning. There were visible food particles left on the cups and plates. Some of the dishes felt gritty to the touch.

On the other hand, the Fisher & Paykel dishwasher did an excellent job of cleaning. However, it’s noisy. And Fisher & Paykel dishwashers have had reliability problems, with 25 percent of its dishwashers purchased over the past few years needing repairs.

Other problems: The Kenmore can’t fit large plates. And while most other washers can easily hold platters over 12 inches, double-drawer washers have difficulty.

For a good old-fashioned dishwasher, one that does an excellent job of cleaning, testers recommend the top-rated Kenmore model 1374. And at $650, it’s a Consumer Reports Best Buy.