Compact Dishwashers
10 Best Compact Dishwashers for Portable freestanding and 7–8 settings (2026)
Ranked by our scoring engine based on real product data and feature analysis.
Top 3 at a glance
Why this pick
Countertop and in‑sink models sit on your counter or replace a sink. The Danby DDW1805EWP 18" leads because it delivers portable freestanding with 7–8 settings — exactly what this ranking prioritizes.
Portable freestanding7–8 settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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The SPT SD-9263WA 18″ offers portable freestanding with 7–8 settings.
Portable freestanding7–8 settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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The SPT SD 6513SSB takes a different approach: 9+ settings (consider how many dishes you generate per meal).
Portable freestanding9+ settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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The EdgeStar BIDW1802SS 18 differentiates with built‑in 18‑inch (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Built‑in 18‑inch7–8 settingsPermanent plumbingEnergy & water efficiency
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#5 PickFrigidaire
Frigidaire 18 in. ADA Compact Front Control Dishwasher in Black with Dual Spray Arms, 52 dBA, includes room-of-choice delivery
Best for: built‑in 18‑inch with 7–8 settings
17/25
Why this pick
The Frigidaire 18 in. differentiates with built‑in 18‑inch (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Built‑in 18‑inch7–8 settingsPermanent plumbingEnergy & water efficiency
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The Fisher Paykel DD24SAX9 differentiates with drawer or sink combo (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Drawer or sink combo7–8 settingsPermanent plumbingEnergy & water efficiency
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The BLACK DECKER Countertop differentiates with countertop or in‑sink (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Countertop or in‑sink1–4 settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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The Bosch SPX68U55UC 18 differentiates with built‑in 18‑inch (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Built‑in 18‑inch9+ settingsPermanent plumbingEnergy & water efficiency
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The Comfee WQP6 3602H differentiates with countertop or in‑sink (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Countertop or in‑sink5–6 settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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The Danby DDW631SDB Countertop differentiates with countertop or in‑sink (choose where and how you want the dishwasher to live).
Countertop or in‑sink5–6 settingsFaucet hookupEnergy & water efficiency
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