Dishwasher buying guides

Each guide picks up to 15 dishwashers for one kind of buyer, from the dishwashers this site can price today, and says how thepicks were chosen. Prices on every guide are live.

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• Best 18 Inch Built-In Dishwashers in 2026: 11 Picks by Spec
  Find the best 18-inch built-in dishwashers by specs: place settings, noise, stainless steel, ENERGY STAR, and third racks. Compare 11 models.
• Best 24 Inch Built-In Dishwashers in 2026: 12 Picks by Specs
  Compare 12 24-inch built-in dishwashers on capacity, noise, tub material, and energy certification to find your match.
• Best Dishwashers with 9 or More Place Settings: 12 Picks Compared
  A spec-based guide to 12 dishwashers with listed capacities of 9 or more place settings, including drawer, built-in, portable, and freestanding models.
• Best ENERGY STAR Built-In Dishwashers in 2026: 12 Picks Compared
  We compared 12 ENERGY STAR built-in dishwashers by specs: width, stainless tub, noise, place settings, and features. No testing claims, just data.
• Best Quiet Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  15 dishwashers at or below 44 dBA, from a 38 dBA Samsung to portable 40 dB countertop models, compared on stated specifications.

By brand

• Best BLACK+DECKER Dishwashers in 2026: 6 Models Compared
  Compare the full BLACK+DECKER dishwasher lineup: portable, countertop, and built-in models, with energy star details.
• Best Bosch Dishwashers in 2026: 5 Picks on Specs
  Compare five Bosch dishwashers on noise level, installation type, and capacity. See pros and cons, and find the right model for your kitchen.
• Best COMFEE' Dishwashers in 2026: 5 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 5 COMFEE' dishwashers: countertop and built-in models, place settings, water tanks, and energy star certification. Find the right fit.
• Best EdgeStar Dishwashers in 2026: 3 Picks Compared on Specs
  Three EdgeStar dishwasher picks: two 18-inch built-ins and a countertop model, compared on width, place capacity, and installation.
• Best Equator Advanced Appliances Dishwashers: 3 Picks Compared
  Compare Equator Advanced Appliances dishwashers on capacity, energy star, noise, and features. See the top pick for 2026.
• Best EUHOMY Dishwashers in 2026: 5 Countertop Picks
  We compared all five EUHOMY countertop dishwashers on programs, water tank, noise, and wash temperature to find the best for your kitchen.
• Best Fisher & Paykel Dishwashers 2026: 4 Drawer Models by Specs
  Fisher & Paykel dishwasher picks by stated specs: drawer type, width, capacity and finishes. Live prices, no testing claims.
• Best Forno Dishwashers in 2026: 4 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare the four Forno dishwashers on specs: noise, width, capacity, finish. Find the quiet tall-tub stainless, the compact 18-inch, and more.
• Best Hamilton Beach Dishwashers 2026: 4 Picks
  Compare all four Hamilton Beach dishwashers found: portable models, countertop units, and a no-hookup tank option. Specs only, no testing.
• Best Kenmore Dishwashers in 2026: 6 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 6 Kenmore dishwashers for 2026, from 18-inch compact to 24-inch built-in and hybrid tub models, chosen by listed specs, not testing.
• Best Klarstein Dishwashers 2026: 3 Compact Models
  Compare 3 Klarstein compact dishwashers on capacity, noise, and features. Find the best for apartments, RVs, and small kitchens.
• Best LG Dishwashers in 2026: 3 Picks Compared on Specs
  Three LG dishwashers by stated specs: QuadWash Pro, Dynamic Dry, LoDecibel quiet, smart controls, and 1-hour cycles.
• Best Midea Dishwashers in 2026: 5 Picks Compared on Specs
  Best Midea dishwashers of 2026: countertop, built-in, stainless steel tubs, and ENERGY STAR certified models.
• Best Sharp Dishwashers in 2026: 10 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 10 Sharp dishwashers by noise, size, and features. Our 2026 buying guide helps you choose the right model from published specs.
• Best SPT Dishwashers in 2026: 12 Picks Compared on Specs
  Twelve SPT dishwashers from countertop to 24-inch built-in, compared by ENERGY STAR status, capacity, and features. Live prices, no testing.
• Best Thor Kitchen Dishwashers in 2026: 4 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare the current Thor Kitchen dishwasher lineup on specs: 24-inch built-in models, stainless and two-tone finishes, and the Gordon Ramsay collaboration.
• Best ZLINE Kitchen and Bath Dishwashers in 2026: 12 Picks
  ZLINE Kitchen and Bath dishwashers compared by width, stated dB figure, finish, and tub material: 12 picks from 24-inch built-ins to 18-inch compacts.

By budget

• Best Dishwashers Under $1000 in 2026: 12 Picks Compared on Specs
  We compare 12 dishwashers under $1000 on stated specs: built-in, portable, drawer, noise, capacity, and energy efficiency. No testing, just data.
• Best Dishwashers Under $1500 in 2026: 4 Picks Compared
  Compare the best dishwashers under $1500 based on width, noise, finish, and features. Our picks are chosen from manufacturer specifications, not testing.
• Best Dishwashers Under $300: 12 Countertop Picks Compared
  We compared 12 countertop dishwashers under $300 based on specifications like Energy Star, place settings, and water tank options.
• Best Dishwashers Under $400 in 2026: 8 Picks Compared on Specs
  Top dishwashers under $400: countertop and built-in models with up to 8 place settings, Energy Star options, and special features. Live prices.
• Best Dishwashers Under $500 in 2026: 15 Picks Compared
  Dishwashers under $500 compared on specs: 18-inch and 24-inch built-ins, countertop models, Energy Star, stainless tubs. 15 picks.
• Best Dishwashers Under $700 (2026): 15 Spec-Based Picks
  Compare 15 dishwashers under $700 based on published specs like capacity, noise, and energy efficiency. Find the best fit for your kitchen.

More guides

• Best 18-Inch Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 15 compact 18-inch dishwashers by capacity, noise, and features. Find built-in and portable picks for small kitchens.
• Best 24-Inch Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  We compared 55 24-inch dishwashers on noise, capacity, features, and energy certification to find the best for every kitchen.

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• Best 45 to 49 dB Dishwashers in 2026: 14 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 14 dishwashers with noise levels of 45 to 49 dB by capacity, width, tub material, and cycle options. No testing, just stated specs.
• Best 50 DB and Up Dishwashers in 2026: 12 Picks Compared on Specs
  We compared 12 dishwashers with 50 dB and up noise levels, from 24-inch to countertop models, covering third racks, ADA, and Energy Star.
• Best Up to 44 dB Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  Dishwashers with a noise specification of 44 dB or less, from countertop to built-in. We compared 15 models by stated specs from trusted brands.

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• Best 7 to 8 Place Setting Dishwashers 2026: 10 Picks
  10 compact dishwashers with 7 to 8 place settings: built-in and portable, compared by specs and features.
• Best Dishwashers with 9+ Place Settings in 2026: 12 Picks
  Compare 12 dishwashers that hold 9 or more place settings: capacity, noise, type, Energy Star, and key features. No testing, just specs.
• Best Up to 6 Dishwashers in 2026: 8 Models Compared on Specs
  Eight compact and countertop dishwashers for six place settings, with details on energy certification, wash programs, and features. Based on seller specs.

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• Best Built-In Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare 15 built-in dishwashers on noise, capacity, energy star, and special features. Find the right fit for your kitchen.
• Best Countertop Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compact countertop dishwashers for apartments, dorms, RVs, and small kitchens, compared by place settings, hookup or tank, Energy Star, and noise.
• Best Drawer Dishwashers in 2026: 4 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare four drawer dishwashers by stated specs: drawer format, capacity, finish, and width. Our pick is the Fisher & Paykel Double DishDrawer.
• Best Portable Dishwashers in 2026: 8 Picks Compared on Specs
  Compare portable dishwashers by width, place settings, ENERGY STAR status, and finish. Find the best compact and full-size options for your kitchen.

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• Best Stainless Steel Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks
  Compare 15 stainless steel dishwashers on capacity, noise, energy certification, and configuration. Pick the right one for your kitchen.

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• Best Energy Star Dishwashers in 2026: 15 Picks
  We compared 30 Energy Star dishwashers, from countertop to built-in, to pick the 15 best based on capacity, noise, and features.

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Compact 18 inch dishwashers

Dishwashers whose title states an 18 inch width, the narrow size for small kitchens, apartments and tight cabinet runs. Check the cutout in the manual before you buy.

Portable dishwashers

Dishwashers whose title calls them portable: freestanding units, usually on casters, that connect to the kitchen faucet instead of being built into the cabinets.

Countertop dishwashers

Dishwashers whose title calls them countertop, tabletop or mini: small machines for a counter, many with a water tank so no plumbing is needed. The listing states which.