- Which is better for a family of four?
- The Honeywell 24 inch. Its 12 place settings cover a day of dishes for four people, and the compact BLACK+DECKER tops out at 6 settings.
- Can I use the BLACK+DECKER without installing anything?
- Yes. It sits on the counter and hooks to the sink faucet for water and drain, so no cutout or plumber is needed.
- Which one is quieter?
- The Honeywell, at 52 dBA per its spec sheet versus 60 dBA for the BLACK+DECKER. Note the Honeywell listing also shows 42 dB in one field, so treat 52 dBA as the safer figure.
- Is the Honeywell worth about $100 more?
- If you need 12 place settings and a built-in look, yes: $399.99 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026 against the BLACK+DECKER's $299.99 low on November 1, 2026. For one or two people without a cutout, the compact unit is the better spend.
- Which uses less electricity?
- The BLACK+DECKER, at 155 kWh per year against 240 kWh for the Honeywell. Both carry Energy Star certification.
- Will the BLACK+DECKER fit my plates?
- Dinner plates up to 10 in fit. Larger plates and big pots will not, which is the main reason to step up to the 24-inch Honeywell.
