The top-rated Capsule Solo Dishwasher is now on sale, saving shoppers 20%. For countless folk living in compact properties, squeezing in a full-size dishwasher can seem utterly impossible, leaving handwashing as the sole option. However, a tiny dishwasher that customers have hailed a 'little blessing' could be the space-saving answer many have been desperately seeking.
Compact Design and Features
The Capsule Dishwasher from Scottish tech firm Loch Electronics has emerged as a go-to choice for households where every centimetre of kitchen real estate matters. The dinky appliance measures just 26cm across, with the firm claiming it's the slimmest dishwasher available - and it's presently slashed from £399.99 to £319.99.
The portable device boasts a built-in carry handle, enabling it to be tucked away in a cupboard between uses. It washes at temperatures up to 75°C, helping remove grease and eliminate germs and bacteria, then dries dishes in as little as 15 minutes.
Capacity and Setup
The dishwasher can tackle up to 25 items in a single cycle, including frying pans and plates measuring up to 31cm. Those seeking additional capacity can snap up the optional Dual Tray accessory (£15.99), boosting the load to up to 35 items.
Setting it up is straightforward, too. It arrives with a clean water tank and can be hooked up directly to the tap, with the drainage going to the sink, reports the Express.
Additional Benefits
Loch also states that the Capsule utilises a stainless-steel internal tube rather than plastic. This can help boost hygiene and energy efficiency while cutting the risk of bacteria accumulating inside the machine.
Beyond washing dishes, the device serves as a fruit and vegetable cleaner, helping rinse fresh produce before preparation. Its UVC light compartment can also disinfect kitchen utensils, baby bottles, cutlery, and other household items, eliminating bacteria and germs without chemicals.
Budget-Friendly Alternative
For those seeking a more budget-friendly alternative that doesn't need plumbing connections, Loch Electronic's Capsule Solo is currently available at £279.99, reduced from £349.99. It's virtually identical to the standard model, though it functions without plumbing and doesn't include UVC technology.
Comparison with Other Compact Dishwashers
Apart from Capsule, there are other compact dishwashers, though they aren't quite as slim. This Russell Hobbs model (£164.99, reduced from £239, Amazon), for example, accommodates plates up to 25cm and offers six washing programmes.
Alternatively, Living and Home's Countertop Dishwasher Table (£166, reduced from £290, Debenhams) similarly provides six washing programmes. However, it includes an integrated five-litre water tank, eliminating the need for a water connection and allowing users to fill it by hand.
Customer Reviews
As previously noted, the Capsule Dishwasher has received excellent customer feedback, with over 440 five-star ratings. This fan shared: "I'm so happy with this dishwasher, it feels like a trusty friend. It takes the weight off my shoulders. It just seemed like I never finished washing up before, and now the countertops are clear. Yippee."
Meanwhile, another customer chipped in: "I recently moved into a new flat that was too small to fit a dishwasher... or so I thought! Loch's model fits perfectly into the only bit of counter space I had available...I really like the clear display on the front. It's easy to get going, and the countdown is handy, so you're not having to guess when the cycle will be finished. It's made it easier to plan my routine."
A third purchaser enthused: "I got it today and it's awesome! I couldn't be happier. This machine is a little blessing; it's going to make life a lot easier."
However, one less glowing assessment noted: "The machine is perfect for a 2-person household. I'm only giving 4 stars because the dual tray should be included (instead of the vegetable basket), so I want to buy it separately, but it doesn't ship to the Netherlands."
On a more positive note, another devoted Capsule Dishwasher owner remarked: "Brilliant design, this is the only dishwasher on the market I could find that would fit down the small gap down the side of my boiler and window that still leaves room on the draining board for cutlery, and not take up precious worktop space in my tiny kitchen. It is also worth mentioning you can cram so much in, I can fit in a meal's worth of cutlery for my two children and myself. And all washed in 15 minutes. Perfect."
