Danby DDW396 22 in. Portable Dishwasher

Pros: small, efficent, good for small families, money saver!
Cons: touchy settings, 2x size of mircowave, hard to level

I would recommend this product to anyone who doesn't have room for a full sized dishwasher or wants the ability to easily take it with you when you move.

HOWEVER: I had this dishwasher for about 4-6 months before it started leaking. Now I'm not sure if its faulty or if it was unlevel but i find it strange it would all of a sudden doing it if it was un-level. It got worse, but I never sent in my warrenty so I was out of luck.

Second problem, the faucet adapter started leaking so i had to use sealent on it, making it impossible to take it off unless i wanted to reseal it. Bad deal.

Third problem which is worst of all, my dishwasher worked very nicely even after all of this but i lost the darn faucet adapter, and I cant find anyone that sells them.

Pros: Spotless dishes, uses very little water and you can fit in a ton of dishes!
Cons: When disconnecting water can leak out both sides of the fitting.

This dishwasher does an incredible job! Not only was I able to fit my entire glass microwave plate into it it cleaned off all the fried on cheese and goodness knows what else to complete spotlessness! The complementary detergent lasted me three weeks! I don't even feel bad using it to clean just a large pot and some other small items since it doesn't even use a third of a sink of water!

Pros: It is a time saving device.
Cons: Parts need replacing fairly regularily, up to, and shortly after the first year of usage.

I've had this little dishwasher since 2003. Within 8mos., of using it, the front door panel started to leak. It took 2wks before I could get the replacement part. Next, the cycle dial would not move from the "normal" setting. I had to keep nudging it along(this lasted for weeks). Within the next, almost year, the front door panel needed replacing AGAIN. The cycle dial now moves freely from the "normal" setting, but needs to be nudged along at the final rinse stage. Somewhere along the way, I've seemed to have lost the "produces extremely hot water conditions" at the final rinse, since there is no longer any excessive heat; the dishes remain very wet at the end of the completed cycle. The most recent problem I having, is that the water won't drain out. Calling 1-800 Damby Cust.Service, is as helpful as their manual.

Pros: cleans good compact economical
Cons: cheap plastic window serves no purpose impossile to get parts

I found that in general the dishwasher works fairly well for it's simplicity and size when the timer doesn't stick or the cheap platic window with plastic rivets doesn't break causing a flood.

the plastic rivets have broke for the third time in 3 years and Danby has told me they no longer make the replacement parts despite still continuing to sell the model. If you have one that still works I would recommend not over filling, especially making certain absolutely nothing comes in contact with the window or else...

I would reccomend you check craiglist.com and see how many people are trying to get rid of theirs and make your decision.

Pros: energy efficient, small, fast, durable, still running strong after 3 years
Cons: none

This thing is a lifesaver, and has been able to withstand many loads of dishes. I cook a lot, so I often run the dishwasher more than twice in one day. I have been worried about the components breaking down, but (knock on wood) mine is still up and running as good as new. I bought this thing for $150 3 years ago, and my only complaint is that it does not easily fit my large regular plates without some manuevering.

Pros: At least for a few months, you don't have to do dishes by hand!
Cons: Breaks down too soon. Poor/non-existent customer service.

I am now on my second (and last) Danby countertop dishwasher, and it is ready to be trashed. As a single person who HATES doing dishes by hand, when I first found out about this product, I HAD TO HAVE IT! The first dishwasher lasted maybe a couple of years, but that was after having to get a replacement for the interior door - water was leaking everywhere because the window frame was cracked, supposedly from using too much detergent. But then the motor died. I have had my second dishwasher for a whole 10 months. It is now ready for the garbage. After a few times of it not cleaning well, I ran some vinegar through it a couple of times, but now it leaks from the bottom panel. I left a message for Danby customer service (as they do not answer the phone during their supposed business hours) and I still haven't heard from them. For the price of this product, I expect it to last more than a few months, or even years. I am now done with Danby. If anyone has a fix for the leaking bottom panel, please post here!

Pros: small
Cons: loud, doesn't clean well, makes a mess, soap scum, timer sticks

This machine is a horrible little device. It leave a soap film on everything that is really hard to wash off even by hand. The timer sticks and it gets stuck mid cycle. The stupid thing is too loud and the hook-up tube is too short. It leaks all over the the floor. I have never been so disappointed with any other dishwasher. It was a present, and I have a small kitchen, that is the only good thing is that it does save space. I was very disappointed with the product.

Pros: Excellent value, great for those who hate doing dishes and/or don't have two sinks.
Cons: Takes up some counter space, window is useless, recommended Cascade detergent isn't great.

I've been using my Danby 396 for about 7 months, and I'm very glad I bought this dishwasher. Not a whole lot needs to be said: it's a good value, it's not very loud, and it doesn't take up too much space (although some may prefer to use a cart if they have very little counter space as it is). It's great for those who:

1) hate doing dishes,
2) don't have two sinks,
3) or if you're like me, both.

My gripes are minor: the window is completely useless, you have to manually turn the dial between the "pre-wash" and "wash" stages (either that or mine's broken), and the recommended Cascade detergent doesn't work very well in my experience.

A suggestion: buy "Electrasol PowerBall with Jet-Dry" tabs and cut them in half; they have proven to be the best solution for us by far.

Pros: Easy to use. Turn the nob to "normal" before pressing the "on" switch.
Cons: I really can't think of any. A good buy for the money.

I hate washing dishes and happen to live in an older apartment that doesn't have a dishwasher. What to do... .
After reading reviews in Epinions, I bought my Danby last February on sale for about $100 at a closeout sale at an appliance retailer.

I have been very pleased with the performance. It cleans the dishes very well. I do rinse the dishes before placing them in the machine, and I religiously clean the filter after use. I believe that this helps with performance.

Fortunately, I have not had the problem with the front window becoming dislodged (I crack the door after the cycle has been completed), or problems with the rotating spraying arm that some others have mentioned. Nor have I had problems with leakage. I used teflon tape at the hose connections.

I would recommend this product without reservation.

Pros: Great price, great little product.
Cons: The knob getting stuck on any random spot.

I used this for maybe a month, and the knob that is supposed to automatically go all the way around, will decided to stop on a cycle, and if your not babysitting it, than can be alot of water, heat, and electricity.

Pros: Cleans Good and Fast! Uses little soap and water! Stainless steel interior. Nice design.
Cons: Cannot see through the window but even full size dishwashers doesn't have windows.

I hate washing dishes and so I decided to buy this for my apartment. I use it about 4 times/week. Cleans good and fast! (I only use the short cycle and it comes out clean. I scrape off food or slightly rinse off dishes before loading) Sanitizes well. Uses little soap and water.

Pros: Quiet, very efficient, VERY easy to use/setup/install, Priced right!
Cons: None that I have found so far...

I've had mine over a month now & I'm still amazed at how well this thing works. The dishes come out spotless & it is VERY energy & water efficient. I use the econo-cycle, and in about 28-29 minutes...the dishes are 100% washed & dried. For a single person, or a couple in an apartment, this is an excellent product. I am very pleased with how it's been working!

Pros: Gets dishes clean!!! Portable!!! Easy to install!!!
Cons: A little loud, but that's it so far...

It was quite easy to hook up.

I did have a little problem with leakage, but it was my own fault because i didn't have the drainage hose hooked up right. I haven't seen a leak since!

It gets my grossest dishes sparkling clean and it takes less than a teaspoon of detergent to do so.
I heard that putting too much detergent in may be the reason why some people have had leakage problems with the window unit, so i try to put as little in as possible.


Update:
After about a year, a disgusting smell would start coming out of the machines when ever it was on its last cycle (when the heater would turn on).
I think I solved this problem by reading another review saying that if you let the water sit in the machine, it will rust out the motor.
All I do now is make sure there is no water sitting in the hose.
I used to have the hose all coiled up, which I do not think was good for the machine.

Pros: No Pros at all about this product. Just a lot of headaches.
Cons: Through in trash, No more headaches. I will never by any Danby product again!

My experience with this dishwasher is terrible! I had to rinse all dishes before putting them in the washer, and then had to wash by hand most dishes after the washer was done. The last straw was when the arm stopped spinning and spraying water. No there was no blockage, that was the first thing I checked. Water sprayed up when I took the arm off, but not when I put it back on. And the arm was perfectly clean. Well, today I finally got justice. It's out in garbage where it belongs! What an absolutely terrible product! No more Danby for me of any kind!

Pros: Quiet
Cons: Leaks like a seive, dial gets stuff, residual on dishes, short hose, unreliable.

I bought this to wash bottles in when my little girl was born and to save time doing dishes in our small apartment.  The dishwasher takes up a lot of counterspace and has a very short hose so it has to sit right next to the sink.  After only 6 months the dial started sticking.  After a year, there is water leaking out from the window and door.  Dishes must be rinsed well before washing and many times there is residue left over on the dishes, not good for baby bottles, and sometimes the detergent door does not open.  It takes less time to wash the dishes by hand than it does to load/unload/rewash the dishes in this dishwasher.