Danby Compact Easy Set-Up Countertop Dishwasher

Last updated: January 26, 2022


If eco-friendliness is on your mind, consider this dishwasher, which uses only 3.1 gallons of water maximum with each wash cycle. This is a smaller countertop model, but it will hold up to six place settings, making it ideal for smaller households that only occasionally entertain guests. Setup on this model is a breeze, so if it's your first dishwasher, this may be the best option for you.

Danby Compact Easy Set-Up Countertop Dishwasher

We looked at the top Dishwashers and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Dishwasher you should buy.

Product Details

Key Takeaway: When it comes to water usage, this dishwasher comes out on top, using only 3.1 gallons of water in each cycle.

In our analysis of 64 expert reviews, the Danby Compact Easy Set-Up Countertop Dishwasher placed 6th when we looked at the top 11 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Washing dishes has never been easier than it is with Danby’s stylish countertop dishwasher. This unit utilizes just 3.1 gallons of water for a normal cycle. Designed to fit on top of your counter under just about any type of kitchen cabinet, it can easily be hooked up to any tap in your kitchen quickly. It comes with six different settings which can easily be programmed and monitored via the electronic LED display. The wash cycles range from soak, glass, rapid, economy, normal, and intensive. Plus, there is an automatic detergent and rinse agent dispenser for your convenience. Keeping the appliance clean is a breeze due to its durable stainless steel interior. It also comes with a 12-month warranty on parts and labor. Package Content: dishwashermanualwarranty

Our Expert Consultant

Julie Chernoff
Culinary Expert

Julie Chernoff is a long-time member of Les Dames d’Escoffier (past president of the Chicago Chapter, and current co-chair of the LDEI Legacy Awards Committee), the Association of Food Journalists (AFJ) and the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Chernoff is the dining editor of Better, a lifestyle website and print magazine. Her journalism started in the test kitchens of Weight Watchers Magazine. She holds a BA in English from Yale University and is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy. She has spent the last few decades styling, photographing, teaching, developing recipes, editing, thinking and writing about food.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

We also appreciate the volume control, which remains on the lower end of the scale when it comes to countertop dishwashers.
It is an Energy Star qualified model that helps you reduce water and electricity bills.
The product is very easy to connect to ant countertop and the water consumption capacity of the product is also least. The rinse agent dispenser and automatic detergent are two prominent features of this product.
Even though it is compact in size, this portable dishwasher has a six place setting capacity with a silverware basket.
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Danby is its exceptionally quiet operation that stands at 52dB. The interior is made of durable stainless steel. User interaction and customization is achieved through the electronic controls and the easy-to-read LED display.
The dishwasher is pretty small and compact enough to fit on countertops. It is a pretty simple design dishwasher with quick connects adapters that allow for easy installation
It has electronic controls along with LED display which makes it easy to read and operate the machine

What reviewers didn't like

One of the biggest issues with countertop dishwashers is finding a way to fit the larger dishes within the unit.
The device makes a soft humming sound while running but it doesn't impact it's performance
Lacks some cycle flexibility
Does not clean greasy utensils that well
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