Midea’s countertop dishwasher solves a specific problem: getting clean dishes without a full-size kitchen. The MDC22P1ABB fits where a built-in can’t, offering a legitimate six-place-setting capacity in a compact, 120-volt package. It’s a practical appliance for small households, apartments, or RVs where space is the primary constraint.

Performance is defined by its eight programs. The Hygiene cycle uses higher temperatures for sanitizing, while the Rapid setting is for quick turnarounds. The Delicate and Glass cycles provide the gentler wash options you’d expect. In daily use, it operates with the straightforward reliability of a full-size model, just on a smaller scale. The matte black finish helps it blend in on a countertop.

Note that as a portable unit, it requires a connection to your kitchen faucet for water. The trade-off for its size is a longer cycle time compared to a quick hand wash, but it frees you up during that process. It’s a straightforward machine that delivers on its core promise of convenience without installation.