Capsule Solo Countertop
#7 in CountertopFull review
A narrow, fast, water-miserly design for people who will pay extra for a 15-minute cycle.
Amazon $399.99$399.99
The Capsule Solo Countertop is the better portable dishwasher overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The Capsule Solo Countertop leads on convenience and water use. The Magic Chef MCSCD6W5 6-Place wins on noise. The Capsule Solo Countertop costs $14 less ($399.99 vs $413.99).
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Magic Chef MCSCD6W5 6-Place
#27 in CountertopFull review
A six-setting washer that is hard to justify over the cheaper Comfee and SPT models.
Amazon $413.99$413.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Capsule Solo Countertop for convenience (built-in tank, no plumbing needed, heated drying vs faucet hookup required) and water use (0.7 gal per cycle vs 2 gal per cycle).
- Choose the Magic Chef MCSCD6W5 6-Place for noise (52 dB vs 60 dB).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every countertop portable dishwasher; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Capsule Solo Countertop | Magic Chef MCSCD6W5 6-Place |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 50 place settings not published (neutral score used) | 36 $69 per place setting ($413.99, 6 settings) |
| Capacity 15% | 50 place settings not published (neutral score used) | 43 6 place settings |
| Water use 15% | 100 0.7 gal per cycle | 61 2 gal per cycle |
| Noise 10% | 9 60 dB | 45 52 dB |
| Convenience 25% | 100 built-in tank, no plumbing needed, heated drying | 0 faucet hookup required |
Specifications
| Capsule Solo Countertop | Magic Chef MCSCD6W5 6-Place | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Place settings | - | 6 settings |
| Programs | 7 programs | 6 programs |
| Type | Countertop | Countertop |
| Water and energy | ||
| Water supply | Tank, no hookup | Faucet hookup |
| Water per cycle | 0.7 gal | 2 gal |
| Annual energy | - | 203 kWh |
| ENERGY STAR | - | Yes |
| Heated drying | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Noise | 60 dB | 52 dB |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 10.3 x 20.3 x 18.3 in | 21.7 x 19.7 x 17.2 in |
| Weight | 26.4 lb | 49.5 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | 2024-08 | - |