top rated countertop dishwasher: picks by price range

If you want a top rated countertop dishwasher that fits a small kitchen without a plumber, start with three questions: how many people you cook for, how big the water tank is, and whether the wash programs match how you use it. This guide sorts the listings we compared by price tier so you can jump straight to your range.

How we researched

We looked at eight current countertop dishwasher listings on Amazon, using their star ratings and rating counts as shown on Amazon, and read nine search results that include roundups and shopping pages. We used only the specs that a listing or a search excerpt states, and we say so where a spec is not listed. Nothing here is based on our own use of these machines. This guide compares products using manufacturer specifications, current Amazon listings and owner reviews; we did not test them hands-on.

Short answer

For most small kitchens, the EUHOMY Countertop Dishwasher Portable is the top pick. It sits in the $100–$300 tier, has 4.4 stars from 1000 ratings on Amazon, and a best portable dishwashers roundup lists it with 8 programs and a 5-liter tank. If you live alone or with one other person, the NOVETE Portable Countertop Dishwashers for Small Apartments is the alternative. A search excerpt about portable countertop dishwashers describes it as perfect for one or two people. The site may earn a commission on the Amazon links in this guide, and the price you pay does not change.

At a glance

Buying criteria, in order of weight

1. Capacity fit: how many people you cook for and whether the tank handles a day of dishes. Many listings do not state place settings, so check the listing before you buy.
2. Tank size and wash programs.
3. Rating and rating count on Amazon. A 4.4 from 1000 ratings tells you more than a 4.8 from 79 ratings.
4. A dry function. One roundup notes that the GE GPT225SSLSS has no dry cycle, so confirm the cycle list first.
5. Footprint and water connection.

How we chose

We ranked the models by the criteria above, in that order. The evidence is manufacturer specs as stated in listings and excerpts, expert-style roundups from search results, and Amazon ratings as shown on the listing pages. None of it is hands-on use. We will update this guide when products or prices change.

Roundups do not agree on a single winner. A 2021 guide named a Black+Decker compact model its editor's choice, while a current HAVA guide calls its own compact model the overall best, citing 5 wash cycles and a dry function. The split matters because the best label depends on the list of features. Compare the cycles yourself instead of trusting the label.

Budget: the $100–$300 entry tier

None of the listings we checked falls under $100, so the lowest tier we can offer is $100–$300. Inside that tier, the EUHOMY suits buyers who want several programs. The Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher has 4.4 stars from 4600 ratings on Amazon, the largest rating count in our set, but our material has no spec sheet for it, so check its listing for capacity and cycles before you buy.

Mid-range: $100–$300 with a clear use case

The NOVETE shares the $100–$300 tier with the EUHOMY. We cannot rank it within that tier, because the listing does not give a price beyond the tier. Its best case is one or two people. Its drawback is that tank size is not listed in our material, so ask the seller or read the listing before you buy if you cook for more people.

Premium: over $300

The COMFEE' Countertop Dishwasher is the only listing in our set above $300. It has 4.1 stars from 3700 ratings on Amazon, which is the lowest rating of the three picks. Its specs are not listed in our material. You pay the most here, so the premium is only worth it if you value the large rating count and the features you can confirm on the listing.

How to choose

• If you cook for one or two people, pick the NOVETE.
• If you want several wash programs and a 5-liter tank, pick the EUHOMY.
• If you have more room in your budget and want a large rating count, look at the COMFEE' in the premium tier.
• If you need a dry cycle, check the cycle list before you buy, because some models do not have one.

Skip the premium pick if the rating matters more to you than the rating count, and skip the NOVETE if you cook for a family.

FAQ

Is there a good countertop dishwasher?

Yes, but good depends on capacity. The EUHOMY is the top pick for most small kitchens, and the NOVETE fits one or two people.

Can you put a dishwasher directly under a sink?

Installation depends on water and drain connections. Check the manufacturer manual and your local plumbing rules. Our material does not include a source for those rules, so we do not state them here.

What is the best buy countertop dishwasher?

For the best value in our set, start with the EUHOMY. It has a strong rating and a 5-liter tank in the $100–$300 tier.

Conclusion

For most readers, the EUHOMY is the top rated countertop dishwasher pick in our set, and the NOVETE is the better choice for one or two people. Check capacity and the dry function before you order, and compare the rating count alongside the star rating.

Sources

• HAVA countertop dishwasher guide
• 2021 countertop dishwasher guide
• Best portable dishwashers of 2026 roundup
• Best portable dishwashers roundup
• Portable countertop dishwashers for small spaces