We owe our modern dishwasher concept to an inventive housewife named Josephine Cochran. Tired of losing her expensive china dishes to damage caused by clumsy hand washing, Josephine came up with the idea to use water pressure and a customized rack to clean her dishes. She patented the Cochran dishwasher in 1886, and won an award for her design at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.
If Josephine were alive today, she would be delighted with the problem-solving ingenuity of these countertop dishwashers. For years, people in small apartments, older houses, or temporary living quarters such as an RV or dorm room have been forced to wash dishes the old-fashioned way. There simply isn’t enough room for a full-size dishwasher in such a tiny space. But these countertop dishwashers can be used literally anywhere you have electricity.
No water faucet needed
When space is a premium, this small appliance offers convenience and versatility without taking up much room. Just add water to the 5-liter tank and hit the power button. With five different settings to wash, sterilize, steam, and even get your fruits and vegetables sparkling clean, you can throw away your scrub brushes and get back to living your best life.
A zen space
When you’re living or working in a confined space, maintaining your serenity is of paramount importance. That’s one reason we love this compact countertop dishwasher. Designed to be unobtrusive and efficient, this model receives high praise for its quiet but effective performance. Powerful enough to wash away heavy food residue with minimal water and electricity usage, this dishwasher fades pleasantly into the background. Also comes with a quick-connect faucet adapter for easy setup. Holds up to six of each place setting and dishes up to 12 inches in diameter.
Take a vacation from washing
This compact unit is super portable at less than 35 pounds and only takes up 18 inches of space or less in any direction. It doesn’t even require access to a sink, thanks to the built-in 5-liter water tank. You can easily use this one in your RV, at your vacation cabin, or on your boat. Holds four of each place setting and dishes up to 12 inches in diameter.
Installation is a breeze
Designed with parents in mind, this countertop dishwasher includes the added safety feature of a child lock. You can have peace of mind knowing that no one can accidentally open the door mid-cycle and get burned with scalding hot water. Holds six of each place setting and dishes up to 10 inches in diameter.
Kelli Brandenberger is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Kelli is a writer and editor who spends as much time as possible near the water.