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Hava R01 Countertop Dishwasher vs Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Hava R01 Countertop Dishwasher comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.2 vs 4.0). The gap is mostly about water-conscious singles or couples — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Countertop Dishwashers

Hava R01 Countertop Dishwasher

4.2

3 sources$280as of Aug 1

The Hava R01 countertop dishwasher is built for small households or anyone without room for a full-size unit. Reviewers praised its water efficiency, 75% less than handwashing, and the five wash cycles including a 29-minute Speed option. A built-in 5-liter tank and easy setup make it work in apartments, RVs, or rental suites. Critics noted the limited capacity and that it does best with small dishware. Couples and singles who want a space-saving, efficient alternative to handwashing get a solid choice.

Strengths

— Compact design maximizes space utilization with 16.86" x 16.75" x 18.05" dimensions
— Uses only 5 liters of water per cycle, 75% less than handwashing
— Five wash cycles including Speed, Normal, Soft, Baby Care/Heavy, and Fruit

Watch-outs

— Limited usable space, works best with small, standardized dinnerware
— Packaged in excessive plastic that could be replaced with biodegradable materials

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Ranked #5 in Best Countertop Dishwashers

Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher

4.0

2 sourcesall derived$299.99as of Aug 1

The Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher cleans solidly across its 7+3 washing programs and runs off a 5-liter built-in tank, so no installation is needed. Serious Eats reviewers found it cleaned dishes effectively and set up easily, while noting it lacks premium features like a UV light. ApplianceSky praised the compact design and 360° cleaning system. Small spaces and apartments are the fit; anyone after advanced sanitization features may want more.

Strengths

— 7+3 washing programs including specialized cycles for glassware and baby bottles
— 5-liter built-in water tank enables self-sufficient operation without installation
— Compact design at 16.85"W x 16.73"D x 18.23"H with portable functionality

Watch-outs

— Lacks UV light for sanitization found in some competitors
— Childproof lock feature may be inconvenient for frequent users

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Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Hava R01 Countertop Dishwasher

The Hava Countertop Dishwasher is more water-efficient than the Danby and Midea models, but it has less usable space than the Farberware and Comfee models. It lacks the specialized cycles of the Comfee and Danby, and unlike the Black + Decker, it doesn't require a faucet connection, making it more portable than the Farberware Complete.

Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher

Unlike the Comfee model, the Hermitlux lacks a built-in UV light for sanitization, which is a key differentiator for users seeking extra hygiene. However, it offers a more compact design than the Danby and Hava models, making it a better fit for very tight spaces. Compared to the Farberware and Farberware Complete versions, it provides fewer specialized cycles but still maintains solid cleaning performance.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Hava R01 Countertop Dishwasher	Hermitlux Countertop Dishwasher
Capacity	Up to 4 place settings	5 place-setting
Water Tank Capacity	5 L capacity	5 liters
Wash Programs	5 options	7+3
Dimensions	16.86" x 16.75" x 18.05" (L/W/H)	16.85"W x 16.73"D x 18.23"H
Noise Level	60 dB	50dB
Installation Type	Faucet hookup or water tank	Water tank mode, Faucet mode
Cycle Time	29 to 69 minutes	19 to 89 minutes
Water Consumption	5 L per cycle	5 Liters
Material	Polypropylene (PP)	Glass, Plastic

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