.png)
5 days ago
49
If you rent, the dishwasher question usually ends with your landlord saying no. You can't cut into plumbing, but you can plug something in. The HAVA countertop dishwasher is built for that situation. It's $289 at Amazon, down from a listed $339.
Check the HAVA dishwasher price at Amazon
The Inventory may earn a commission if you buy through links in this article.
The deal: $50 off at Amazon, down to $289
The listed regular price is $339, so $289 is $50 off, or about 15%. We haven't verified price history, so we won't call it a record low. What we can say is that it's a solid discount on a product that solves a specific problem.
The quick specs:
- Price: $289 at Amazon (regular listed price $339)
- Type: Countertop dishwasher with a built-in water tank
- Programs: 6 wash programs per product data
- Wash temperature: 167 °F high-temperature wash
- Drying: Hot air drying
- Extra mode: Baby Care
- Size: Roughly 16.8–17 in. wide, 16.8 in. deep, 18 in. tall
- Weight: About 29–33 pounds
- Capacity: About four place settings
- Warranty: 12 months
Check the current price at Amazon
Why it works for renters: no plumbing hookup, just a tank you fill yourself
The main selling point is the built-in water tank. You fill it by hand, so you don't need a permanent water line or any plumbing changes. You need an outlet, a counter, and a spot for the drain hose.
That makes it a good fit for apartments, studios, and any home without a dishwasher hookup. It also suits renters who can't change the plumbing and anyone who just wants a machine that moves out when they do.
What you get: 6 programs, 167 °F high-temperature wash, hot air drying, and Baby Care mode
Product data lists six wash programs, a 167 °F high-temperature wash, hot air drying, and a Baby Care mode.
Some listings and reviews describe five wash cycles plus drying instead, which likely comes down to whether drying is counted as its own mode. Before you buy, check the exact model and the included accessories on the listing page.
The 167 °F wash is simply a high-temperature wash. We're not making health or sanitizing claims for it.
What reviewers say: The Spruce's top pick, plus the mixed notes
The good: The Spruce named the HAVA R01 its favorite countertop dishwasher in testing. It praised the cleaning performance, useful cycles, built-in tank, and a surprisingly large load for such a small machine. Other coverage was generally favorable too. Reviewers mention relatively quiet operation, and TopTenReviews lists about 50 dB. They also note low water use and flexibility for homes with no hookup.
The mixed: Some reviewers report leftover food residue, cleaning performance that declines over time, and weak customer service. Inverse found it efficient and quiet but called the roughly 17-inch footprint and 30-pound weight a burden in very small kitchens.
One note on the testing: The Spruce reviewed the HAVA R01. Confirm that the listing you're buying matches that model before assuming the same results.
Before you buy: size, weight, and capacity
This is a "countertop" dishwasher, but it isn't tiny. Measure first.
- Width: about 16.8–17 inches
- Depth: about 16.8 inches
- Height: about 18 inches
- Weight: about 29–33 pounds
That's real counter space, plus room above it. Capacity is about four place settings, which suits one or two people. One review reports plates up to about 11 inches fit only when angled, so large dinnerware may not fit.
This is a small-space fix. It isn't a replacement for a full-size dishwasher, and it isn't meant for a big household.
How "no hookup" really works: filling the tank and handling the drain hose
"No hookup" is not the same as "no effort." Here's what to expect:
- You fill the built-in tank by hand before a cycle.
- The drain hose still has to discharge into a sink or a suitable container.
- You need a counter position where the hose can reach the drain.
If your counter is far from the sink, plan the drain arrangement before ordering.
Cycle times, water use, and energy rating
- Normal wash: about 69 minutes, with drying adding roughly 60 more
- Speed cycle: about 29 minutes, best for lightly soiled loads
- Water use: about 5 liters per cycle, as reported by reviewers
- Energy rating: not Energy Star rated
- Power: TopTenReviews lists about 950 watts
- Noise: about 50 dB per TopTenReviews
It's an evening-appliance kind of machine. Load it after dinner, start it, and leave it. Don't expect a quick turnaround on a full normal cycle with drying.
Using it with baby dishes, glassware, and produce
The unit has a Baby Care mode. We can confirm it exists, but not exactly what it does or whether it's right for specific items such as bottles. Check the manual and the manufacturer's guidance before relying on it.
Reviewers and buyers also commonly use compact units like this for glassware, mugs, and other specialty items you'd rather not hand-wash. Some listings mention a dedicated fruit or produce setting. Confirm that it's on your model and read the instructions before using it that way.
RV and tiny-home use: what you'll need
The product title says it's suitable for homes, apartments, and RVs. Portable use is possible, but it takes setup. You'll need:
- A stable, level surface
- Electrical power
- A way to fill the water tank
- A practical drain arrangement
It's not a plug-and-forget appliance for the road. Plan the setup, and remember it weighs about 29–33 pounds.
Other countertop dishwashers to compare: Farberware, COMFEE, Danby
The category also includes countertop models from Farberware, COMFEE, and Danby, plus other current HAVA countertop models. If you want to browse, use the same checklist on every listing: exact dimensions, weight, capacity, how the water is supplied, drain requirements, and warranty. That's how you'll know it fits your counter and your routine.
Is it worth $289? Who should buy and who should skip
Buy it if:
- You rent and can't install a dishwasher.
- You live alone or with one other person.
- You've measured your counter and have room for a roughly 17 x 17 x 18-inch appliance.
- You don't mind filling a tank and directing a drain hose.
Skip it if:
- You cook for a crowd or use large dinnerware.
- Your counter space is already tight.
- You want a hands-off, full-size dishwasher experience.
- You're uneasy about the mixed reports on durability and customer support. The warranty is 12 months.
If you're a renter or small household tired of hand-washing and you've measured your counter, the HAVA countertop dishwasher is $289 at Amazon (down from $339). Confirm the model details before you check out. Buying through Amazon also makes returns easier if the size or performance isn't right.
Get the HAVA countertop dishwasher at Amazon
