18 inch dishwashers are 6 full inches smaller than what standard sized dishwashers are, around 24 inches. They are named ‘slimline dishwashers’. They are excellent choices for those people that have small kitchens. There are two different types of 18 inch dishwashers, the portable ones that are typically on casting wheels, or the types that fit into a fixed place, like on the countertop.
These small dishwashing appliances will have normally have the same features and functions that you would find in a full size model. They have different washing cycles, the normal amount is 7 that you can select from to best suit you situation. The standard 18 inch dishwasher can hold 6 to 8 place settings.
But, there is something that will really separate the two, the 18 inch models are nearly silent when they are cleaning the dishes. Another great benefit is you are able to adjust the height so they can fit just right on your counter, or wherever you would like to have the machine.
You also have to think about the capacity that the appliance can hold, and what is the maximum size of bowls, plates, or pans that can fit at once, the maximum height will be around 11 inches. So, if are you living by yourself, then this will not really matter, unless you use lots of kitchen ware and don’t like to wash dishes.
Selecting the right 18 inch dishwasher will take the normal type of research that you would do when looking for a full sized model. They will have different features, and you will have to decide which ones are more important for you. For instance, would you like to have a more portable one that is on wheels, or would you like to have a fixed positioned one that will be located on your countertop or built-in? Then you have the option of what the interior is manufactured from, like stainless steel.
Below are some reviews on 18 inch dishwashers that might be what you are looking for.
Avanti DW18 Series
This quiet, efficient Avanti dishwashering machine is the built-in type. If you would like to place panels within this, you will not be able to since it does not accept panels. It has 8 placement settings that are made from nylon, the upper rack is not adjustable. It features 2 spraying arms that uses the dishwasher’s built-in filtration system. You can select from 7 different washing cycles, and with an option to use hot water. The interior of this dishwasher is made from stainless interior. It has control settings that are displaying in digital form and controlled with knobs. The dimensions are; width: 17 3/4″ – depth: 22″ height: 32 3/4″. It uses around 289 kWh a year, the yearly cost of this 18 inch dishwasher is around $32 dollars. The price will depend on that color you would like to have: white – $364, stainless steel – $392
Danby Designer Series DDW1899BLS
This is again, is a built-in dishwasher that has an energy star rating. It has a width of 17 8/16″, depth of 21 5/8″, and height of 32 8/16″. It has 8 place settings that will be cleaned with 7 different washing cycle options with 1 spray arm. The water will not be filtered, because it does not have a built in water filtration system. It has a water heating system. The drying is heated which will make them dry faster. The interior is produced from stainless steel. The controlling system is touch pad. People who have brought this product said it runs too long for its size, the top rack is too small, but that it what you might expect with a compact dishwashing machine. Also the drain hose it a bit too short, but if you are a somewhat plumber, you can extend it. The yearly kWh is around 285, with a cost of $31 dollars. There is only one color selection, and that is stainless steel. The price tag is around $439 dollars.
GE Profile PDW1800N
The GE Profile dishwashing machine has an interior that is made from stainless steel, which means you will not have any cracking or rusting. It features 7 washing cycles that you can use for your different needs. The washing will be performed by 2 spray arms that will not have filtered water since the appliance does not have a built-in filtration system for water, but this might not matter to you depending on your location. It does not have a sensor that will display when the dishes are clean. The control panel is touch-pad, with an electrical display that is fully integrated, for easy to friendly use. There are some people that just find annoying, that is the beeping, I don’t know if it happens all the time, or just when the washing cycle is done. Here is a list of the dimensions: width: 18 inch – depth: 22 1/2 inch – height: 32 1/2 inch. This 18 inch dishwasher will use 305 kWh/yr, the estimated operations costs based on a year is $33 dollars.