Danby Countertop Dishwasher - DDW496W

Manufacturer : Danby In Stock : 1 List Price : $ 299.90 Quantity : 1

Features

• 4 standard place settings
• Mechanical controls
• Quick connect to any kitchen tap
• 4 wash cycles (pre-rinse, short wash, normal wash, saniwash)
• Sani-wash feature increases water temperature to 158(degree)F (70(degree)C)

Product Description

Countertop Dishwasher

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.00 out of 58 reviews

Rating :
. - *T*, Sep 30, 2009

I really like how simple this is to use the only problem I have is that my large plates don't fit very well into it. I say large but I feel like they are regular dinner plate size. I have had two different sets of plates and both were the same way.


Rating :
After 5 YEARS hands-down my best purchase ever + UPDATE - Isabelle Rain, Aug 19, 2009

I have the dishwasher running right now and just wanted to take a moment to write a little ode to my trusty Danby dishwasher, who has changed my life in so many ways through the years. You see, when I first moved into my apartment and discovered that there was no dishwasher I almost decided not to sign the lease. My helpful landlady suggested I search for a countertop option (which I never even knew existed), I did my research, and this is what I bought. Thank goodness because I love my place and I despise doing dishes by hand. If it hadn't been for this trusty, mighty little dishwasher I never would've scored this amazing rent-controlled little jewel.

Now, I bought this 5 years ago, so it was about half the price -- and I still think it's crazy cheap given how phenomenal it is. At the time, reviewers cautioned that it would likely only last about 2 years, maximum. Considering the price and my aversion to washing dishes by hand, there was no way I could resist. I almost feel like I'm jinxing myself.. but it still works as well as it did on day 1 and I've never had to repair anything. I cook every night and run my little dishwasher almost everyday.

Easily the best thing I've ever bought. Ever.

UPDATE
So of course, 1 year later my beloved dishwasher began to leak. My first instinct was to freak out, naturally. After I gathered myself together I poked around on the unit and realized that the decorative window was coming loose. After doing some research I went to my local hardware store and purchased silicon glue for about $3. And then I glued every single component of that window, placed a heavy planter on the open door, and let it dry for a day and a half. And I am delighted to report... HOORAY! It's up and running at 100%. Phew.

(Someone gently suggested that I might actually want to, you know, wash my dishes by hand. To which I replied, puhleaze.)

But, even if my very favorite purchase of all time had in fact died on me (which it DID NOT, 6 years later) I wouldn't have hesitated to buy a new one.


Rating :
Works fine, but......... - Scuzzyii, Aug 16, 2009

Worked for two years, then kaput! The sump pump that drains water out stopped working and now water sits at the bottom of the unit and will not drain. Buyer beware.


Rating :
LEAKS! - Lisa A. Leblanc, Jul 29, 2009

Hi there-we've had our Danby countertop dishwasher for 1.5 years and have STRUGGLED with the unit leaking through the front window. We followed directions given by other folks having similar problems and attempted to seal the window/leaks but after three times, we are finally throwing this dishwasher out. Loved having it when it worked because we have two small boys and it was endlessly convenient for our family. I think the quality of the unit is poor and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a countertop dishwasher. If anyone has information on a good quality, reliable countertop diswasher, let us know as we are looking for a new one.


Rating :
Great machine for the size - studentessa, Jul 11, 2009

I live in a small apt without a dishwasher. I've had this over 2 years and don't know how I did without it. I recommend the going over the "tips" I saw in another review, follow them and this little machine will do well for you. It's also a cute machine and solidly built.

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