Countertop Dishwashers
Best Portable Dishwasher for Apartment (2026): 5 Picks Compared
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For an apartment, the COMFEE' leads this list: its 1.32-gallon built-in tank needs no hookup, and it washes 30+ items with 6 program options. The AIRMSEN follows with a 5-liter tank and 40+ items, while the EUHOMY adds 40 dB quiet operation and 73 hours of ventilation. Pick by tank, capacity and noise first, then by programs and drying.
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Compare the specs
Ranked on place settings, built-in water tank (no hookup), timer from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Place settings | Built-in water tank (no hookup) | Timer | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. COMFEE' Portable Mini Dishwasher Countertop with 1.32Gal | — | Yes | — | 36.6 lb | 1-year |
| 2. AIRMSEN Portable Countertop Dishwasher | — | Yes | — | 28.66 lb | — |
| 3. EUHOMY Countertop Dishwasher Portable | — | Yes | — | 28.6 lb | 1-year |
| 4. Midea Countertop Dishwasher Portable | 6 place settings | — | Yes | 25.3 lb | 1-year |
| 5. HAMILTON BEACH Portable Dishwasher with Wheels | 8 place settings | — | — | 90 lb | — |
COMFEE' Portable Mini Dishwasher Countertop with 1.32Gal
It pairs a 1.32-gallon built-in tank with 6 program options and a 162-degree hygiene cycle.
- Built-in water tank (no hookup)
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want no hookup and a built-in water tank
- Buyers who want 6 programs for daily dish loads
Skip it if
- You need plates larger than 9.5 inches
- You want a unit under 36.6 lb to move often
It has 6 program options, NORMAL, RAPID, HYGIENE, FRUIT and GLASS, plus an AIR REFRESH drying mode. The 1.32-gallon built-in tank fills by hand, or the included hose hooks to a faucet. It washes 30+ items, with plates up to 9.5 inches, and the hygiene cycle heats water to 162 degrees. Touch controls and an LED display run the cycles. It weighs 36.6 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
AIRMSEN Portable Countertop Dishwasher
It pairs a 5-liter built-in tank with 40+ items per load and 5 washing programs plus 2 extra functions.
- Built-in water tank (no hookup)
Good for
- Buyers who want a 5-liter tank with no hookup
- Buyers who want 40+ items per load
Skip it if
- You need plates larger than 12 inches
- You want a unit under 28.66 lb to move often
The 5-liter built-in tank needs no water connection, or the included hose connects to a faucet. It washes 40+ items, with plates up to 12 inches at a slight angle, and 14 nozzles spray from upper and lower arms. Touch controls and an LED screen run the cycles. It weighs 28.66 lb.
EUHOMY Countertop Dishwasher Portable
It pairs a 5-liter built-in tank with 6 programs, 40 dB operation and 73 hours of ventilation.
- Built-in water tank (no hookup)
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 40 dB operation for open kitchens
- Buyers who want 73 hours of ventilation after washing
Skip it if
- You need plates larger than 10.25 inches
- You want a unit under 28.6 lb to move often
It has 6 programs, Normal, ECO, Quick, Fruit and Dry, plus a strong program that reaches up to 167 degrees. The 5-liter built-in tank needs no hookup, or the included hose connects to a faucet. It holds 30+ items, with plates up to 10.25 inches, and dual spray arms give 360-degree coverage. Hot air drying runs 60 minutes, then ventilation runs up to 73 hours. It weighs 28.6 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
Midea Countertop Dishwasher Portable
It pairs 6 place settings with 6+2 washing cycles, a 1 to 24 hour delay start and 52 dB operation.
- Place settings: 6 place settings
- Timer
- 1-year warranty stated
- 25.3 lb, the lightest here
Good for
- Buyers who want 6 place settings for 2 to 3 people
- Buyers who want a 1 to 24 hour delay start
Skip it if
- You need more than 6 place settings
- You want plates larger than 10 inches
It has 6+2 washing cycles, Auto, Heavy, Normal, Quick, Rinse and Delicate, plus Extended Dry and Power Wash functions. It holds 6 place settings and up to 70 pieces, with plates up to 10 inches, and a 360-degree spiral spray washes from all angles. A delay start runs 1 to 24 hours, and push-button controls run the cycles. It weighs 25.3 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
HAMILTON BEACH Portable Dishwasher with Wheels
It pairs 8 place settings with wheels, a stainless steel interior and a tap connection.
- Place settings: 8 place settings
Good for
- Buyers who want 8 place settings on wheels
- Buyers who want a unit that fits under cabinets
Skip it if
- You need a unit under 90 lb to lift often
- You need a unit shorter than 38 inches
It holds 8 place settings on wheels, with a stainless steel interior. It connects to any kitchen tap, and it fits under most kitchen cabinets. Push-button controls run Normal, Rinse, Heavy, Delicate and Quick Wash cycles. It measures 19 inches wide and weighs 90 lb.
How to choose
Tank or faucet connection
Connection decides where the unit can sit. The COMFEE', AIRMSEN and EUHOMY each carry a built-in tank, so they run with no hookup and move to any counter. The Midea and the Hamilton Beach connect to a kitchen faucet or tap instead, so they need a tap nearby. Check your counter space and tap reach before you buy.
Capacity and plate size
Capacity sets how much one load holds. The COMFEE' washes 30+ items, the AIRMSEN washes 40+ items, and the EUHOMY holds 30+ items, while the Midea holds 6 place settings and the Hamilton Beach holds 8 place settings. Plate size matters too: the COMFEE' fits plates up to 9.5 inches, the AIRMSEN up to 12 inches, the EUHOMY up to 10.25 inches, and the Midea up to 10 inches. Match both figures to your daily dishes.
Programs, drying and noise
Programs set what each load can wash, and drying sets how soon dishes are ready. The COMFEE' offers 6 program options with an air refresh mode, the AIRMSEN adds 2 extra functions for drying and ventilated storage, and the EUHOMY dries for 60 minutes with up to 73 hours of ventilation. Noise differs across the picks: the EUHOMY runs at 40 dB and the Midea at 52 dB, so check the figure if the unit sits near living space.
FAQ
Which dishwashers need no hookup?
The COMFEE', AIRMSEN and EUHOMY each carry a built-in tank, so they run with no hookup. The Midea and the Hamilton Beach connect to a kitchen faucet or tap instead.
How many items does each dishwasher hold?
The COMFEE' washes 30+ items, the AIRMSEN washes 40+ items, and the EUHOMY holds 30+ items. The Midea holds 6 place settings, and the Hamilton Beach holds 8 place settings.
What noise figures do these dishwashers give?
The EUHOMY runs at 40 dB, the AIRMSEN at 45 dB, the Midea at 52 dB, and the COMFEE' at 62 dB. Compare those figures if the unit sits near living space.
Do these dishwashers dry the dishes?
The COMFEE' has an air refresh mode, the AIRMSEN adds extra drying time and ventilated storage, and the EUHOMY dries for 60 minutes with ventilation after. The Midea has an Extended Dry function.
