Best Hobart Dishwashers for Care Homes & Schools

Best Hobart Dishwashers for Care Homes & Schools

Care homes and schools rely on fast, reliable, and hygienic dishwashing to keep residents, pupils, and staff safe. High volumes, tight turnaround times, and strict hygiene standards mean the right dishwasher can make a huge impact on daily operations. 

Hobart’s professional dishwasher ranges, Ecomax, Ecomax Plus, Profi and Premax, are engineered to support environments where performance, sanitisation, and ease of use are essential. 

This guide explains which Hobart models work best in care homes and schools, and why. 

Public Sector Funding: We accept Purchase Orders from Local Authorities, Schools, and NHS Trusts. Contact our team to set up your account today.

What Care Homes & Schools Need from a Dishwasher 

1. Fast, Consistent Wash Results 

Service periods are often short and intense. Machines must offer quick cycles and consistent sanitisation. 

2. Hygienic, Safe Operation 

Residue, starch and protein are common. Hygiene must be maintained even under heavy use. 

3. Simple Operation for Multi-User Teams 

Different staff members may operate the machine throughout the day, so controls must be simple and intuitive. 

4. Low Running Costs 

Energy and water efficiency matter greatly for schools and care homes working to tight budgets. 

5. Quiet, Comfortable Operation 

Noise matters, especially in care homes or school environments neighbouring classrooms or resident areas. 


Best Hobart Dishwashers for Care Homes 

Care homes typically require high hygiene standards, quieter operation, and reliable all-day performance. Hobart’s Ecomax Plus, Profi, and Premax models are the top match. 


⭐ Recommended: Hobart Ecomax Plus Undercounter Dishwashers 

Why they’re ideal for care homes: 

  • Double-skinned construction reduces heat loss and noise. 
  • Smaller wash tank → reduced water and energy consumption. 
  • Uprated wash pumps deliver strong cleaning performance. 
  • Easy-to-use controls for multi-user teams. 
  • Excellent for compact wash areas. 

Best for: 

  • Small to medium-sized care homes 
  • Mixed loads of plates, cups, and utensils 
  • Continuous daily use 


⭐ Additional Option: Ecomax Plus Hood Dishwasher (Pass-Through) 

For medium-sized care homes, the Ecomax Plus Hood Dishwasher is a strong upgrade path when an undercounter machine isn’t quite enough but a Profi hood unit feels like too big a jump. We recommend the Hobart Ecomax Plus H615S for most medium-sized care homes.

Why it works well: 

  • Faster throughput than undercounter models 
  • More ergonomic workflow for staff 
  • Pass-through design reduces bending and lifting 
  • Lower energy consumption compared with many competing brands 
  • More budget-friendly than Profi or Premax hood units 

Perfect for: 

  • Medium-sized sites upgrading their wash-up flow 
  • Care homes needing a mid-tier, high-efficiency solution 

⭐ For Higher Demand: Hobart Profi Undercounter & Hood Dishwashers 

The Profi range is built for environments needing high throughput and exceptional reliability. 

Why it suits care homes: 

  • Advanced rinse systems ensure hygiene consistency 
  • Faster recovery times during peak periods 
  • Designed for heavier daily usage 
  • Great for homes with 50+ residents 

Best for: 

  • Medium to large care homes 
  • Kitchens operating long service periods 
  • Busy lunch/dinner waves 


⭐ For Maximum Efficiency: Hobart Premax Hood Dishwashers 

For the highest performance and lowest running costs, Premax delivers intelligent wash technology and exceptional energy and water efficiency. 

Why Premax fits larger care settings: 

  • Ultra-efficient wash systems 
  • Rapid cycles for high-volume work 
  • Suitable for central production kitchens or large residential homes 

Best for: 

  • Large care homes 
  • Multi-site care providers 
  • High-demand kitchen operations 


⭐ Special Pricing for the Care Sector (Profi & Premax) 

Hobart provides exclusive discounted pricing for the Care Sector on both Profi and Premax dishwashers. 

This makes top-tier models significantly more accessible and often reduces the price gap between Ecomax Plus and Profi. 

Result: 
Many care homes can upgrade to a more capable machine without exceeding budget. 


Best Hobart Dishwashers for Schools 

Schools typically face short but extreme service peaks, especially lunchtime. 


⭐ Recommended: Hobart Profi Hood Dishwashers 

The Profi Hood Dishwasher is the ideal fit for most school kitchens. 

What makes it excellent: 

  • Fast rack-to-rack performance 
  • Ergonomic pass-through workflow 
  • Designed for high-capacity lunchtime service 
  • Very reliable under heavy daily load 
  • Integrates well with tabling and pre-rinse systems 

Best for: 

  • Primary schools 
  • Secondary schools 
  • Kitchens serving multiple lunch waves 


⭐ For Very High Volumes: Hobart Rack Dishwashers (Profi & Premax) 

For larger schools, colleges, or boarding environments with high meal volumes, rack conveyor systems offer unmatched throughput. 

Benefits: 

  • Continuous washing at scale 
  • Suited for 2-person operation (loader + unloader) 
  • Efficient handling of trays, plates, cutlery, and utensils 
  • Dramatically reduces handling time 

Best for: 

  • High-volume school catering 
  • Multi-service canteens 
  • 600+ student kitchens 

⭐ Special Pricing for Education (Profi & Premax) 

As with care homes, Hobart offers discounted sector pricing for Education. 

This makes Profi and Premax machines excellent long-term investments even for schools working within limited budgets. 


Do Ecomax Dishwashers Work for These Sectors? 

Yes, Ecomax undercounter units can work well for small care settings or small schools with lower throughput. 

However, for most institutions, Ecomax Plus, Profi, or Premax offer better: 

  • Efficiency 
  • Hygiene control 
  • Speed and throughput 
  • Long-term durability 


Hygiene & Maintenance Considerations 

Water Softeners (Strongly Recommended) 

A water softener prevents limescale build-up, protects the machine, and ensures consistent washing, important in hard water regions. 

Hobart Hygiene Tablets (Every 1,500 Cycles) 

These remove starch, grease, and protein residues inside the machine. 
They reduce odours and maintain internal hygiene, ideal for care homes and busy school kitchens. 

Regular Descaling 

Where hard water is present, regular descaling ensures stable performance and reduces running costs. 

🎓 Purchasing for Education or Care?

We accept official Purchase Orders from Local Authorities, Schools, and NHS Trusts. You do not need a credit card to order.

Contact our team or call 01582 865050 to set up your account today.


Which Machine Is Right for You? (Quick Guide) 

Setting 

Best Range 

Best Format 

Why 

Small Care Home 

Ecomax Plus 

Undercounter 

Quiet, efficient, reliable 

Medium Care Home 

Ecomax Plus / Profi 

Hood 

Ergonomic, faster, budget-flexible 

Large Care Home 

Premax 

Hood 

Fastest, most efficient 

Primary School 

Profi 

Hood 

Designed for lunchtime peaks 

Secondary School 

Profi 

Hood 

High capacity, quick turnaround 

College/Boarding 

Profi / Premax 

Rack 

Maximum output 


Final Thoughts 

Care homes and schools need dishwashers that deliver speed, hygiene, and long-term efficiency. Hobart’s Ecomax Plus, Profi, and Premax models offer a range of solutions suitable for every scale and service requirement. 

If you’re unsure which model fits your site, our Hobart Experts can help you choose the perfect setup. 

Shape 

Explore the Hobart Range 

👉 View Hobart Ecomax Dishwashers 
👉 View Hobart Ecomax Plus Dishwashers 
👉 View Hobart Profi & Premax Dishwashers 

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