We got a call an hour before it was going to arrive.
The Danby dishwasher is performing tremendously well.
Our dishwasher left detergent residue and never drained properly, this one is performing perfectly. No more second guessing!!
We also wanted to support Danby because of the charitable nature of the CEO. He does in extremely good deeds like helping refugees find work at his wharehouse and provides for them in Their greatest time of need.
5 stars for a great product, and feels good Everytime I run a load, I think of all the good Danby does!!!
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The best thing about the Danby is it is small; great for small kitchens. The worst thing about the Danby is it is small. Doesn't fit many dishes. Having said that, it is fine for for one or two people. The hookup to the faucet is easy and only takes a few seconds. It doesn't leak either. While operating, you can hear it. It's not whisper quiet, but certainly not objectionable. Oh almost forgot. The dishes come out clean and dry! If a portable dryer fits your needs, this one is hard to beat.
This is my first dishwasher ever so I would not know how to compare it to others. I've had this product for a few weeks now and have an idea of how to use it. So I will break up my review into parts. Space, Cleanliness, Ease of Use.
Space:
Depending on what types of dishes you are going to do, it can pack a lot... or not so much. For my first load, I packed the top filled with dirty glass ball jars, and the smallest glass containers on the white plastic grate. (I could fit up to 18 different sized jars on the top shelf alone)
However, my regular dish loads are much different. If I cook everyday, I cook with two pots and two pans. In order to clean everything daily, I would have to run two dish loads a day just because of the clunky nature of the pots and pans (with their handles) I use. Instead, we use paper plates and opt to clean pots, silverware, cups and awkward dishware in the machine. My lunch containers are ball jars, and I can usually slip them in under the plastic grate thing on the top shelf. If you hand wash pots and pans, your dishware should fit easily.
The silverware basket is also something to consider with regards to space. I assume it is standard size, and that translates to big and clunky considering this is a compact machine. Luckily, you can take it apart and use one side. The slotted top even comes out if you want to put other utensils there. Still, at half size, you end up with a thin narrow silverware basket which can still be awkward. If you fit everything just right, the half-sized silverware basket will fit horizontally, close to the door, on the lower rack. This doesn't always work for me. So, I am ordering a smaller silverware to I can shove it in a corner somewhere while still being able to fit my pans.
Cleanliness:
This depends on the dishwasher detergent being used, placement of the dishes, and items being cleaned.
I used cascade complete powder for my second and third runs and was frustrated because it didn't work as well as the GreatValue (Walmart brand) packet I used on the first run. I have read that the cascade platinum packets work the best, but I haven't tried them. When I run out of my current packets, I will start using those. I'll keep the loose powder I have left for the prewash.
No matter what detergent I used, there are some items that just wouldn't get clean unless they were placed a certain way. My ladles didn't get clean unless I had them reclining and faced down. I had tall mason jars that didn't like to get clean unless they were in a specific spot on the top shelf (They were so tall that they barely fit in on the top shelf, and couldn't fit in the middle.).
Also, somethings were harder to clean than others. RICE and quinoa was very hard to clean off of spoons and dishes and they often redeposited on other things. So clear your dishes of rice and quinoa debris before placing in the dishwasher. If you rest refillable K-cup on the grate, expect to see coffee grinds on cups and other dishes on the top shelf.
In general, this dishwasher does a great job cleaning my dishes. since having it, I've spent less time doing dishes, and more time cooking healthier meals. Plus, I use fewer disposable containers (sandwich bags and etc.) for lunches.
Ease of Use:
Depends. I can roll it into place and hook everything up very easily. But, I had a few specific hardships with this machine to start. I had a lot of trouble attaching the faucet adapter onto the sink. I would attach the adapter and then the hose. Then when I turned the faucet on, it shot right off, adapter and all. I did this several times, (wrench didn't work) until I switched one of the rubber gaskets for a thinner one. The end result is that it leaks when the hose is attached and the water is on. There is no turning it on and then going to sleep for me. I have to be there to turn it off at the end. Since I affixed the adapter permanently, I cannot use my attachable PUR water filter. I use a pitcher water filter system instead.
The top rack sticks from time to time.
The prewash section is just a depression on the outside of the detergent door. Just throw the detergent on the bottom of the diswasher if you use loose powder, because that is what it does once you close the dishwasher door. I remember looking everywhere for this mystical prewash detergent "bin." When I found it, I almost rolled my eyes.
The tricksiest bit is when you decide you want to use the water bypass, or (like I do) the spray hose and you accidentally turn the water off after. If the dishwasher needs water and you have the faucet on the off position, it will express its anger in a series of beeps and then start drying your dishes. Finally, it will get amnesia (if you run to turn the faucet on) forgetting it ever started washing dishes. Yes, you will have to press the power button and start over.
Additional Tip: Get an "awkward items" basket. This is great for my mason jar lids (since I don't boil them), Avacado slicer, and other things that just don't fit in the silverware basket but are too small to get cleaned separately without potentially falling. I got a quick-load basket and it works fairly well.
Update:
Picture1 - The hooks from the removable top on the utensil basket.
Like many others, reading reviews always manages to instill the fear of God before deciding on ordering but I did and am very pleased. The box was delivered by 2 gentlemen who even accepted to bring it up 3 flights of stairs! The box looked eerily free of any marks or dents or crushed corners. It looked as though it came directly from the factory production line. Needless to say, when I pulled off the box the machine was in pristine condition. I rolled it in from of my sink, replaced my faucet attachment with the included adapter, loaded the dishes, put the detergent and rinse agent in and in about 2 hours the complete cycle was over! Very pleased! Oddly enough, even Home Depot put theirs on sale yesterday.
The good:
IT was cheapest option we could find, ANYWHERE. It simple, it worked, and its PRIME.
The Bad:
Although the price was great, it seems a little cheaply built. Seems like you have to be gental with it so it doesnt break. Only time will tell. It cleans, but not great. You deficiently need to pre-clean some of the caked on food. Our water is really hard and this is causing issues. The instructions are clear on how to fix this.
The Ugly:
Item arrived in rough shape and there was alot of damage to the box. Once unboxing there was minor cosmetic damage to the metal side. The entire machine arrived completely covered in water inside and outside? Also although it was covered up in plastic there was mud all over the machine. Looked like it was left out in the rain at one point and drug through the mud.None of this was a deal breaker and cleaned up, just not what you want to see.
Overall:
So far we are very happy. Time will tell if it will hold up. as of now we are happy with the purchase but i have a feeling repairs will be in order in the next year based on the quality. IT was PRIME so it arrived super fast.
Feature Product
- Crisp white portable dishwasher with quick connect feature compatible with most kitchen faucets
- 8 place setting capacity with silverware basket
- At only 18" wide it's perfect for small kitchens with limited space and easy roll castors make storing it a breeze
- Energy star compliant and low water consumption up to 3.5 gallons of water (13.2L) per wash to help save you money
- 6 wash cycles ranging from Intensive, Normal, Economy, Rapid, Glass and soak
Description
Washing dishes has never been as much fun as it is with this versatile dishwasher by Danby. This attractive machine comes with a silverware basket, an eight place settings capacity and six different wash cycles. It’s just 18 inches wide (45.7 cm) meaning it can easily be installed in condos and apartments and the convenient built-in castors allow you to move it around with ease. Your electricity bills won’t take a beating with this smart unit as it boasts a valuable low-water consumption function and is also Energy Star rated. The appliance features a durable stainless-steel spray arm and interior making it the ideal dishwasher for remote cottage locations. In addition, you’ll find an automatic detergent dispenser and rinse-agent dispenser and the entire unit can easily be programmed by the state-of-the-art electronic controls. This highly-efficient model also comes with a 12-month warranty on parts and labor with in-home service.
I knew I would like this. I had to leave one of the same model behind in a move.
That I got another one should tell you something.
Although small, I can fit 2 or 3 meals of dishes in it. I've used the normal wash and heavy duty wash cycles, and it really works well.
We decided to finally get the dishwasher when we read another review that said "This dishwasher saved my relationship." It has definitely made our house happier! It works great and the water softener feature that uses salt is really cool too in case you have hard water.
At first I hated this thing. Nothing came out clean. It left a nasty film on everything. Dishes came out as dirty as they went in. I bought dishwasher salt, no improvement. Jet dry, no improvement. Prewash cycled, no improvement. Adjusted the amount of detergent, no improvement. I quit using it out of frustration and it just took up space. And then I started researching and the issue was my choice in detergent. DO NOT USE CASCADE POWDER IN THIS MACHINE! IT'S TOTAL GARBAGE! I switched to finish quantum pods and added the finish booster in the pink canister and it immediately removed all the nasty film and all the dishes are sparkling! This little machine works great now and I love it. I run it every two days and it's perfect for a small household. The beeping can get annoying if you forget to turn it off, but I guess that's the point so you remember to shut off the water. Best money I've spent after living the last 3 years with no dishwasher. I hate washing dishes with a passion and this is a total life saver.
Good product for the money, reliable and stainless interior is a plus.
This is my second of this item. The design is not perfect where the electric cord and water hose go together. Water hose can constrict and damage the electric cord if the user is not very careful.
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