Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting
#8 in CountertopFull review
The best-documented Hermitlux, with published energy and water use.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting is the better portable dishwasher overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting leads on convenience and water use. The SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White) wins on value and capacity. The SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White) costs $49.76 less ($250.23 vs $299.99).
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SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White)
#15 in CountertopFull review
The cheapest six-place ENERGY STAR countertop washer here.
Amazon $250.23$250.23
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting for convenience (built-in tank, no plumbing needed, heated drying vs faucet hookup required) and water use (1.1 gal per cycle vs 2 gal per cycle).
- Choose the SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White) for value ($41.70 per place setting ($250.23, 6 settings) vs $60 per place setting ($299.99, 5 settings)) and capacity (6 place settings vs 5 place settings).
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 | Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting | SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 47 $60 per place setting ($299.99, 5 settings) | 75 $41.70 per place setting ($250.23, 6 settings) |
| Capacity 15% | 29 5 place settings | 43 6 place settings |
| Water use 15% | 87 1.1 gal per cycle | 61 2 gal per cycle |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 32 55 dB |
| Convenience 25% | 100 built-in tank, no plumbing needed, heated drying | 0 faucet hookup required |
Specifications
| Hermitlux HDW5CW03 5-Setting | SPT SD-2225DWA 6-Place (White) | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Place settings | 5 settings | 6 settings |
| Programs | 8 programs | 6 programs |
| Type | Countertop | Countertop |
| Water and energy | ||
| Water supply | Tank, no hookup | Faucet hookup |
| Water per cycle | 1.1 gal | 2 gal |
| Annual energy | 61.3 kWh | 155 kWh |
| ENERGY STAR | - | Yes |
| Heated drying | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 55 dB |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.3 x 17.1 x 18.1 in | 22 x 20 x 18 in |
| Weight | 28.7 lb | 43 lb |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |