I just saw the renter-friendly dishwasher I've been dreaming of for the past decade

Date:
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Description:
This TARDIS-like countertop dishwasher fits tons of crockery and doesn't need to be plumbed in.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Lissome R1 is a compact countertop dishwasher for small apartments Its water tank is filled manually, so it doesn't need to be plumbed in It has a surprisingly large capacity designed for up to three meal sets For the past decade I have been getting by without a dishwasher. My small apartment just doesn't have space for one at least, not if I want to have, say, a sink. So when I saw Lissome's countertop dishwasher at IFA 2026 , it was like my prayers had been answered at last.

The Lissome R1 is a compact dishwasher designed exactly for situations like mine: small households or apartments that don't have space for a full
machine, or rented homes that you can't plumb something new into.

"Dishwasher ownership often assumes a cabinet opening, fixed plumbing and unused worktop space," says the brand. "R1 is designed around the homes where those assumptions do not hold, giving users a compact alternative without asking them to redesign the kitchen first." Latest Videos From TechRadar
Watch full video here: (Image credit: Future) It's a compact 280mm wide,
507mm deep, and stands 502mm tall. That means it should be able to squeeze into your kitchen without eating up all your counter space. More useful for renters especially is that it doesn't need to be plumbed in. Instead, the water tank is filled manually, giving you plenty of flexibility about where you put it . Plus, you can easily take it with you when you move homes. Lissome is keen to emphasize that the R1 is designed to be a main dishwasher rather than an overflow machine. In fact, it's rather TARDIS-like, with the ability to hold up to 34 items it's meant for up to three people's place settings. You may like I tested the versatile Dreame Z30 Pro Aqua vacuum and mop combo 3 compact espresso machines that will fit in even the smallest kitchen without sacrificing flavor 'It'll light up your home like a bowling alley' Dyson's new robovac has a UV light to see invisible spills It's not a plain white box, but instead has glass windows on three sides. Not only does it look good, but it also allows me to finally satisfy my long-held curiosity as to what actually happens inside a dishwasher. (How well the glass-forward design holds up after being exposed to many weeks' worth of cereal, sauce and coffee dribbles remains to be seen.)

Lissome says the inner workings are built around "the World's First Sweeping Jet Technology". Essentially, there are two rotating arms in the base, shooting out artfully coordinated jets of water that arc gracefully picture the Bellagio Fountains across the whole interior chamber. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. (Image credit: Future) There are six preset programs. These include Quick Wash, which combines 13 minutes of speed-washing with two minutes of steam-release and drying, and Smart Wash, which uses an AI-powered sensor that "detects water turbidity and grease levels, then adjusts the cleaning cycle and detergent dosage" to get your dishes sparkling without wasting water or cleaning fluid. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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