Midea Countertop Dishwasher Review: Worth It? (October 2026)
This Midea countertop dishwasher review finds a six-place portable unit for a two- or three-person kitchen with at least 22 inches of counter width. Skip it if your counter is narrower, and measure the cabinet gap first, since Midea doesn't publish a clearance figure.
On this page (15 sections)
- Midea countertop dishwasher at a glance
- Who the Midea countertop dishwasher suits
- Who should skip the Midea
- Size, footprint and the cabinet gap
- Six place settings and plate size
- Hookup: tank, faucet and the adapter
- Six cycles, delay start and Power Wash
- Noise, water and energy
- Weight and moving it
- What comes in the box
- How the Midea compares with the COMFEE', HAVA and Hermitlux
- Where the Midea fits best
- Common problems people search for
- Our score and what it weighs
- Midea countertop dishwasher verdict: six place settings on a wide counter
The Midea countertop dishwasher is a portable countertop unit with six place settings, a delay start of up to 24 hours and a tank you fill by hand or connect to a faucet. It suits a two- or three-person kitchen with at least 22 inches of counter width.
It is the largest load in the group we compared, and it is also the widest. That size trade-off is the main thing to weigh before you buy.
We compared its specs against the smaller tank units in this guide, since the footprint changes which kitchens it fits. Midea's own claims are marked as claims below.
If you're still choosing between tank, faucet and portable models, our countertop and portable dishwashers guide explains the three types.
Midea countertop dishwasher at a glance
Midea Countertop Dishwasher
- Six place settings and up to 70 pieces, per Midea
- Plates up to 10 in
- Six cycles plus extended dry and Power Wash
- Delay start from 1 to 24 hours
- 52 dB noise figure
A six-place countertop unit that weighs 25.3 lb. It needs a counter at least 22 in wide and 20 in deep.
Pros
- Six place settings, the most of the four
- Lightest of the four at 25.3 lb
- 52 dB noise figure, lower than the COMFEE' 62 dB
Cons
- 22 in wide, the widest footprint here
- No cabinet clearance figure from the maker
- Less buyer feedback than the COMFEE' or HAVA
The table below puts the main figures in one place, and Midea's own claims are marked as claims.
| Spec | Midea |
|---|---|
| Size | 17.25 in tall, 22 in wide, 20 in deep |
| Weight | 25.3 lb |
| Capacity | 6 place settings, up to 70 pieces (Midea's figure) |
| Plate size | Up to 10 in in diameter |
| Cycles | Auto, Heavy, Normal, Quick, Rinse and Delicate, plus extended dry and Power Wash |
| Delay start | 1 to 24 hours |
| Noise | 52 dB |
| Water use | 2.77 gallons, Midea's figure |
| Energy | Energy Star certified, Midea says |
| Inlet | Quick-connect hose, adapter included |
| Color | Silver |
| Controls | Push button |
Who the Midea countertop dishwasher suits
The Midea suits a two- or three-person household that wants a full set of six place settings in one load. It fits best in a kitchen with a wide counter run and room for a unit that is wider than most.
- A counter at least 22 in wide and 20 in deep.
- A household that washes a full set of six place settings most days.
- A buyer who wants a published noise figure and a delay start.
- A renter who can fill the tank by hand, or who has a faucet that takes the adapter.
At 25.3 lb, it is the lightest of the four units in this review, so it is easier to lift than the others.
Who should skip the Midea
Skip it if your counter is narrower than 22 in, since the unit won't fit a small run. Skip it also if you need a cabinet clearance figure from the maker, because Midea doesn't publish one.
- Your counter is narrower than 22 in or shallower than 20 in.
- You need to wash 11 in plates. Midea says plates up to 10 in.
- You live alone or cook for one or two people, and you rarely fill six settings.
- You want a long history of buyer feedback before you buy, since there is far less buyer feedback on the Midea than on the COMFEE' or the HAVA.
For 11 in plates, the HAVA is the better fit. For a narrower footprint, the Hermitlux and the HAVA are both about five inches narrower.
Size, footprint and the cabinet gap
The Midea is 22 in wide and 20 in deep, about five inches wider and three inches deeper than the HAVA or the Hermitlux. That footprint is the first thing to check.
It stands 17.25 in tall, which is shorter than the HAVA's 18 in or the Hermitlux's 18.23 in. That may suit a slightly lower cabinet, but Midea doesn't publish a cabinet clearance figure, so measure the gap with the cabinets in place.
For a wider look at counter space, see our small dishwasher dimensions guide.
Measure these before you order
- Counter width: at least 22 in.
- Counter depth: at least 20 in, from the wall to the front edge.
- Height from the counter to the cabinet bottom, which must clear the 17.25 in unit.
- The door and hallway widths on the route in, plus any corners or steps.
Six place settings and plate size
Midea says the unit fits up to 70 pieces of tableware and plates up to 10 in across. That covers a standard 10 in dinner plate, which the COMFEE' 9.5 in limit doesn't.
Midea doesn't mention loading larger plates at an angle, so check the rack layout in the manual before you load a large dish. If your plates are bigger than 10 in, the HAVA takes 11 in dishes loaded at an angle.
Hookup: tank, faucet and the adapter
The Midea can run from its tank, which you fill by hand, or connect to a faucet. Midea says the tank design makes adding water easy.
Midea countertop dishwasher hookup options
The box lists a quick-connect inlet hose and an adapter, but Midea also says a suitable adapter is needed for faucet mode. Match the adapter to your faucet before you count on it.
Midea gives 2.77 gallons as its water use. It doesn't say whether that is per cycle, so check the manual before you plan refills.
The unit still needs power and a drain, so plan the outlet spot and the drain route before it arrives.
Six cycles, delay start and Power Wash
Midea lists six cycles: Auto, Heavy, Normal, Quick, Rinse and Delicate. Extended Dry and Power Wash come on top of those.
Midea says Power Wash is for heavily soiled dishes, and that it can't run with Auto or Rapid. Choose the cycle first, then check that Power Wash can pair with it.
The delay start runs from 1 to 24 hours. It helps if you want a finished load in the morning, or a load that runs while the kitchen is empty.
Noise, water and energy
Midea rates the unit at 52 dB. That is lower than the 62 dB figure the COMFEE' gives for its own unit, so if noise matters, the Midea has the quieter published number.
Midea says the unit is Energy Star certified. To see what that label covers, visit energystar.gov.
Weight and moving it
At 25.3 lb, the Midea is about 3 lb lighter than the HAVA, about 5.6 lb lighter than the Hermitlux and about 11 lb lighter than the COMFEE'.
The width still matters on the move. A 22 in unit needs more room to turn in a narrow hallway, even at a light weight, so plan the route before it arrives.
What comes in the box
The box includes a cutlery basket, a drain hose and a quick-connect inlet hose with an adapter. Midea also says a small amount of water inside a new unit is normal after factory testing.
When it arrives, check the contents against that list. Unplug the unit before you check any hose, connection or drain.
How the Midea compares with the COMFEE', HAVA and Hermitlux
The Midea holds the most place settings and weighs the least, but it takes the most counter space. The table puts the four units side by side.
| Feature | Midea | COMFEE' | HAVA | Hermitlux |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Load | 6 place settings | 30+ items | 4 place settings | 5 place settings |
| Largest plate | 10 in | 9.5 in | 11 in, at an angle | 10.25 in, at an angle |
| Weight | 25.3 lb | 36.6 lb | About 28.7 lb | About 30.9 lb |
| Width and depth | 22 x 20 in | 16.53 x 17.13 in | 16.7 x 16.8 in | 16.85 x 16.73 in |
| Height | 17.25 in | 17.24 in | 18 in | 18.23 in |
| Noise | 52 dB | 62 dB | No figure | No figure |
Choose the Midea if you need six place settings, a published noise figure and a delay start that runs up to 24 hours.
Choose the Hermitlux if a glass door and seven programs matter more, even though its delay tops out at 18 hours. Read our Hermitlux countertop dishwasher review for the full picture.
Where the Midea fits best
- A two- or three-person household: six settings cover a full set of dishes in one load.
- A wide counter in a rental: the width is the trade-off, but the load and the delay start suit a kitchen with room to spare.
- A narrow RV or camper bay: the HAVA or the Hermitlux is the better fit, since both are about 16 to 17 inches wide.
For more on small kitchens, see our best countertop dishwashers for apartments roundup, which compares the Midea with other models.
Common problems people search for
If you're checking for problems before you buy, these four checks come first.
- Faucet fit: the Midea needs a suitable adapter, so check your faucet before you count on faucet mode.
- Footprint: a 22 in wide unit won't fit a counter that is narrower or shallower.
- Cabinet clearance: Midea gives no figure, so measure the gap yourself.
- Power Wash: it can't run with Auto or Rapid, so plan the cycle you want before you load.
Our score and what it weighs
The Midea scores 8.5 because its six place settings, published noise figure and light weight are clear. The width, the missing clearance figure and the thinner buyer feedback hold it back.
Our score weighs specs, features and buyer feedback against what you're shopping for.
Midea countertop dishwasher verdict: six place settings on a wide counter
Pick the Midea if you need six place settings, a published 52 dB figure and at least 22 in of counter width. Pick the COMFEE' for a narrower spot with the faucet adapter in the box, the HAVA for 11 in plates, or the Hermitlux for a glass door and seven programs.
Measure the counter and the cabinet gap before you buy. For a side-by-side with the two tank models, read our COMFEE' vs HAVA countertop dishwasher comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Midea countertop dishwasher worth it for two or three people?
It can be, if your counter is at least 22 inches wide. Midea rates it for two or three people, and at 25.3 pounds it's the lightest of the four units we compared, so measure the counter before you order.
How big is the Midea countertop dishwasher?
It measures 22 inches wide, 20 inches deep and 17.25 inches tall. That makes it about five inches wider and three inches deeper than the HAVA or the Hermitlux, so check the counter run and the cabinet gap before you order.
Does the Midea need a faucet?
No, it can run from its tank, which you fill by hand, or connect to a faucet. Midea says a suitable adapter is needed for faucet mode, so match the adapter to your faucet first, and plan for power and a drain either way.
Can the Midea wash 10-inch dinner plates?
Yes, Midea says it takes plates up to 10 inches in diameter, which covers a standard 10-inch dinner plate. The COMFEE' limit is 9.5 inches, and the HAVA takes 11 inches loaded at an angle, so pick the HAVA if your plates are bigger.
