THE TOP 3

#1 – EdgeStar BIDW1802BL 18 Inch – Best Choice

Selling Points:

• Very energy efficient
• 6 wash cycles
• Leakage sensor

The EdgeStar BIDW1802BL 18 Inch will cost you an estimated $31 per year in electricity to operate. It features a removable utensils holder and has 6 different wash cycles including eco-mode, heavy, normal, rapid, rinse glass and sanitize.

There is a delay option as well. We really liked that the controls for this dishwasher were very simple and very intuitive. It’s not a mystery to operate it exactly how you want to. This would be a great choice for anyone looking to save money on their electricity bills because it runs very efficiently.

The EdgeStar BIDW1802BL 18 Inch is 18” wide so it has enough space to accommodate about 8 place settings. This is a 2-rack dishwasher and there is an included cup tray. The leakage sensor will automatically shut the appliance off if there is a leak in the plumbing hookups. You can even choose between black, white and stainless steel front paneling but be aware that the white and stainless steel options may cost more.

Pros:

• Runs quietly
• Fits fine under most sinks
• Optional rinse aid

Cons:

• Rinse aid costs extra

Overall Score: 97/100

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#2 – Fisher Paykel DD24DAX9N 24 Inch Drawers Full Console Dishwasher – Best Premium

Selling Points:

• Freestanding dishwasher
• Large capacity
• Two separate drawers

The Fisher Paykel DD24DAX9N 24 Inch Drawers Full Console Dishwasher would be a great choice for anyone with a large family or anyone who throws parties or hosts events on a regular basis.

That’s because there are two separate washer drawers. We really liked that you can rack your dirty dishes in either drawer while the other drawer washes a load. This saves a lot of space and makes it easier to churn out clean dishes as needed.

The installation is a bit difficult so you might want to have it installed professionally if you have no dishwasher installation experience. There are 6 wash cycles and you can wash up to about 14 place settings at once in it.

Pros:

• Both drawers can wash simultaneously
• Nice stainless steel outer panels
• Operates quietly

Cons:

• Doesn’t work well with tablet detergents or packs

Overall Score: 97/100

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#3 – BLACK+DECKER BCD6W Compact Countertop Dishwasher – Best Budget Option

Selling Points:

• Freestanding
• 6 wash cycles
• Digital controls

This next dishwasher will be ideal for anyone who for any reason, can’t have or doesn’t want a built-in dishwasher. The BLACK+DECKER BCD6W Compact Countertop Dishwasher is a freestanding dishwasher with dimensions of 21.5” wide, 21.7” deep and 17.2” tall.

That means you can place it pretty much anywhere in your kitchen – even on top of your counter! Perhaps the best thing about this dishwasher is that you can hook it up directly to your sink faucet.

It does not need to be linked directly to your plumbing line so you won’t need special tools or experience to install and use it. The interior is stainless steel and it comes with one washing rack.

Pros:

• Easy to install
• Rapid washing mode
• Affordable

Cons:

• Small capacity

Overall Score: 95/100

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#4 – EdgeStar BIDW1802SS 18 Inch – Best Under $600

Selling Points:

• Operates at 52 decibels
• Energy-efficient
• 3 sanitize options

This is another standard size, 18” wide dishwasher that goes underneath the countertop. The EdgeStar BIDW1802SS 18 Inch would be a great choice for anyone who places a high emphasis on cleanliness because there are 3 different sanitize modes.

It includes a normal sanitize mode, hi temperature mode and a heated dry mode. What we really liked about this model is that you can see and feel how clean your dishes come out. There are two cleaning racks and a removable silverware basket.

The EdgeStar BIDW1802SS 18 Inch also features a leakage detection feature which will automatically turn off the appliance if there is a leak in the line that connects it to your plumbing.

Pros:

• Nice safety features
• Fairly easy to install
• Gets dishes very clean

Cons:

• Error codes pop up every once in a while

Overall Score: 95/100

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#5 – SPT SD-6513SSB Stainless Steel 24″ Portable Dishwasher – Best Under $1000

Selling Points:

• Time-delay feature
• Two racks
• Stainless steel interior

It always puzzles us when we see dishwashers without stainless steel interiors because it seems like the go-to material for these kinds of appliances. But rest assured, the SPT SD-6513SSB Stainless Steel 24″ Portable Dishwasher has a durable and sanitary full stainless steel interior.

We really liked that you can delay the start of the wash cycle by a whole 24 hours. For that reason, the SPT SD-6513SSB Stainless Steel 24″ Portable Dishwasher would be a great choice for anyone with a busy schedule.

There are 6 wash cycles and they include a heavy cycle, normal cycle, rapid cycle, ECO cycle, glass cycle and 90-minute cycle. This model even comes with castor wheels so it’s easy to move around.

Pros:

• Larger than many portable dishwashers
• Connects to the faucet
• Nice and wide (24”)

Cons:

• Washing arm nozzles get clogged

Overall Score: 96/100

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#6 – Farberware FDW05ASBWHA Complete Portable Countertop Dishwasher – Best Under $400

Selling Points:

• It’s portable
• Steam mode
• Includes cutlery/silverware rack

The Farberware FDW05ASBWHA Complete Portable Countertop Dishwasher would be great for anyone with a baby because there is a steam sanitization mode that’s perfect for sanitizing baby bottles and other baby items.

This is a portable dishwasher that only needs to be hooked up to a faucet. It even has an onboard 5-gallon water tank so when it’s full, it can operate without a direct hookup for 1-2 loads.

There is a single washing rack so it’s pretty small-capacity; but that also means it’s a viable option for the dorm, the RV or especially small kitchens. The door features digital display and controls and folds down for access to the interior.

Pros:

• Great for small spaces
• Great for sanitizing baby items
• Included fruit and vegetable basket

Cons:

• Leak concerns

Overall Score: 95/100

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#7 – SD-9263SS: 18″ Energy Star Portable Dishwasher – Best Under $800

Selling Points:

• Portable design
• Castor wheels
• 8 place setting capacity

The SD-9263SS: 18″ Energy Star Portable Dishwasher features two pull-out racks and is a standard 18” wide. It is also EnergyStar certified and actually runs pretty efficiently for a portable model.

We really liked that it included a 24-hour delay setting so you can start the cycle when it’s most convenient for you. The SD-9263SS: 18″ Energy Star Portable Dishwasher can handle about 8 place settings at a time and has 6 wash cycles.

We also really liked that the upper rack is adjustable which is something you don’t see a lot in portable dishwashers. This makes it easier to accommodate larger plates, pots and pans.

Pros:

• Easy hookups
• Automatic detergent dispenser
• Glass-cleaning mode

Cons:

• Won’t fit faucets without a removable aerator

Overall Score: 94/100

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#8 – Frigidaire FFCD2418US 24 Inch Built In Full Console Dishwasher – Best Under $500

Selling Points:

• Heated dry setting
• Large capacity
• Good water distribution

If you prefer a built-in dishwasher but have slightly heavier than normal washing needs, the Frigidaire FFCD2418US 24 Inch Built In Full Console Dishwasher would be a great choice for you.

It is 24 inches wide so the racks can actually accommodate a bit more than standard 18” wide models. What we really liked about this dishwasher was that the dishes come out bone dry when you run it through the heated dry setting.

We also liked the fact that the bottom rack doesn’t retain puddles of water when the cycle is done. The control panel is intuitive and easy to use. There is even a delay cycle setting.

Pros:

• Affordable large-capacity washer
• Stainless steel front panel
• Dries dishes very well

Cons:

• Only a 4-hour delay timer

Overall Score: 96/100

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#9 – Forte F24DWS250SS 250 Series 24” Built-In Dishwasher – Best Under $700

Selling Points:

• Includes item clips
• It’s 24 inches wide
• Sanitize wash mode

The Forte F24DWS250SS 250 Series 24” Built-In Dishwasher would be a great choice for anyone who wants/needs to wash loads according to their schedule. That’s because the delay timer can be set in 1-hour increments from one hour to 24 hours.

There are 2 pullout racks and they are wide and spacious thanks to the 24” width of the Forte F24DWS250SS 250 Series 24” Built-In Dishwasher. One of the things we liked the most about this washer was that even though it is fairly high-capacity, it still runs at a quiet 49 decibels which is quieter than some smaller models.

Another cool quality of life feature is the plastic clips that can be attached to the silverware basket. These clips are handy when you want to include larger utensils like spatulas in the load but don’t have room for them in the basket or elsewhere on the racks.

Pros:

• You can fit a lot of dishes and utensils in it
• It has a full stainless steel interior
• It can fit about 12 place settings at once

Cons:

• The brand is relatively unknown

Overall Score: 93/100

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#10 – Think Gizmos Portable Dishwasher with 7.5L Water Tank – Best Under $300—

Selling Points:

• It can be attached to your water mains
• It has a high-capacity onboard water tank
• It features 5 cleaning modes

One thing we really liked about the Think Gizmos Portable Dishwasher with 7.5L Water Tank was that it was built very thoughtfully. As a portable dishwasher, you can simply attach it to a faucet to fill it up with water.

But Think Gizmos went a step further and included an adapter kit in case you want to permanently attach it to your plumbing line. They even included a drainage hose so you can empty out all the used water directly into your sink or other receptacles.

This is a great, compact dishwasher that would be perfect for anyone who wants more versatility. If things are always changing and shifting in your kitchen, the Think Gizmos Portable Dishwasher with 7.5L Water Tank will be able to keep up with you. It features 5 washing modes which include: ECO mode, normal (60 minute cycle), Intense mode (120 minute cycle), Rapid mode (35 minute cycle) and a glass mode.

Pros:

• Very versatile dishwasher
• It can fit right on top of your counter or under a sink
• Clear glass viewing window

Cons:

• Small capacity

Overall Score: 96/100

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