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Best Power Stations for Dishwasher
We tested 33 portable power stations against the Dishwasher (1800W running / 1800W surge). 21 passed our True Surge protocol — 64% compatibility rate.
Tight
5
With Soft-Starter
0
Incompatible
12
○ Device source: Engineering Est.
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = KitchenAid KDTM404KPS (1800W at 15A). Surge = running (heating element dominant load — no significant motor inrush).
Our Top Picks
16 compatible models rankedRanked by value, balance, and endurance from 16 compatible generators.
Best Budget & Overall Safe
Yeti 1500X
Running 2,000W
Surge 3,500W
Capacity 1,516 Wh
Weight 45.6 lbs (20.7 kg)
Carry Heavy carry
Runtime 0.6h
Best Runtime Safe
Delta Pro Ultra
Running 6,000W
Surge 12,000W
Capacity 6,144 Wh
Weight 182.1 lbs (82.6 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 2.4h
#3 Overall Safe
Explorer 2000 Plus
Running 3,000W
Surge 6,000W
Capacity 2,042 Wh
Weight 61.5 lbs (27.9 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 0.8h
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Runtime at a glance
How long each station runs a Dishwasher on a single charge (after 0.70 real-world derate)
Delta Pro Ultra X 6,144 Wh 2.4h
Delta Pro Ultra 6,144 Wh 2.4h
Zendure SuperBase V4600 4,608 Wh 1.8h
DELTA Pro 3 4,096 Wh 1.6h
Yeti Pro 4000 3,993.6 Wh 1.6h
Anker SOLIX F3800 3,840 Wh 1.5h
Delta Pro 3,600 Wh 1.4h
Pecron E3600LFP 3,072 Wh 1.2h
Safe
Showing top 8 by runtime. See full table below for all 21 stations.
What to Know About the Dishwasher
Power Profile
Running range: 1200W (10A) to 1800W (15A) depending on model and features. Surge: equals running watts — dishwashers are heating element dominant loads with no significant motor inrush. Voltage: 120V AC for all US residential models.
Real-World Usage
Dishwashers cycle through wash, rinse, and dry phases over 1-2 hours. Peak draw occurs during water heating. The drying phase varies by technology: condensation drying (Bosch) uses residual heat with minimal added draw, while heated dry (US standard) activates a dedicated heating element. At 1 hour daily use, energy consumption ranges from 1200 to 1800 Wh.
Pro Tip
Drying technology is the key differentiator for power station compatibility. Condensation dry models (common in European brands) use less total energy per cycle than heated dry models (US standard). Disabling the heated dry option on any dishwasher reduces total energy consumption without affecting wash performance — dishes air-dry in 30-60 minutes.
Full Compatibility Matrix
All 33 generators tested against the Dishwasher (1800W / 1800W).
| Power Station | Running W | Surge W | Capacity | Weight | Verdict | Runtime | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Pro Ultra X | 12,000 | 24,000 | 6,144 Wh | 187.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2.4h | View |
| Delta Pro Ultra | 6,000 | 12,000 | 6,144 Wh | 182.1 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2.4h | View |
| Zendure SuperBase V4600 | 3,800 | 3,800 | 4,608 Wh | 121.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.8h | View |
| DELTA Pro 3 | 4,000 | 8,000 | 4,096 Wh | 113.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.6h | View |
| Yeti Pro 4000 | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,993.6 Wh | 115.7 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.6h | View |
| Anker SOLIX F3800 | 6,000 | 9,000 | 3,840 Wh | 132.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.5h | View |
| Delta Pro | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,600 Wh | 99.2 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.4h | View |
| Pecron E3600LFP | 3,600 | 7,000 | 3,072 Wh | 79.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.2h | View |
| Explorer 3000 Pro | 3,000 | 6,000 | 3,024 Wh | 63.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.2h | View |
| Elite 200 V2 | 2,600 | 3,600 | 2,073 Wh | 53.4 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| AC200L | 2,400 | 3,600 | 2,048 Wh | 62.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| AC200MAX | 2,200 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 61.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| DELTA 2 Max | 2,400 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 50.7 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| Explorer 2000 Plus | 3,000 | 6,000 | 2,042 Wh | 61.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| Explorer 2000 v2 | 2,200 | 4,400 | 2,042 Wh | 39.5 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| Yeti 1500X | 2,000 | 3,500 | 1,516 Wh | 45.6 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 0.6h | View |
| DELTA (Gen 1) | 1,800 | 3,300 | 1,260 Wh | 30.9 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 0.5h | View |
| AC180 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,152 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 0.4h | View |
| SOLIX C1000 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 1,056 Wh | 28.4 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 0.4h | View |
| DELTA 2 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,024 Wh | 26.5 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 0.4h | View |
| DELTA 3 Plus | 1,800 | 3,600 | 1,024 Wh | 27.6 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 0.4h | View |
| Explorer 1000 v2 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 1,070 Wh | 23.8 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| VTOMAN Jump 1500X | 1,500 | 3,000 | 828 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C800 Plus | 1,200 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 24.0 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| AC70 | 1,000 | 2,000 | 768 Wh | 22.5 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 Pro | 800 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 18.3 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 500 | 500 | 1,000 | 518.4 Wh | 13.2 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 Max | 500 | 1,000 | 512 Wh | 13.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C300 | 300 | 300 | 288 Wh | 9.0 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 300 Plus | 300 | 600 | 288 Wh | 8.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| EB3A | 600 | 1,200 | 268.8 Wh | 10.1 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 | 300 | 600 | 256 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 3 | 300 | 600 | 245 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
Model Variants
Different models have different power requirements. Check the specific report for your exact model.
Whirlpool WDT750SAKZ (3rd Rack, 10A, Heated Dry)
Running: 1,200W
Surge: 1,200W
Bosch 300 Series SHE53C85N (46 dBA, Condensation Dry)
Running: 1,450W
Surge: 1,450W
KitchenAid KDTM404KPS (FreeFlex 3rd Rack, 15A, Extended Heat Dry)
Running: 1,800W
Surge: 1,800W
Frequently Asked Questions
How many power stations can run a Dishwasher?
Out of 33 portable power stations we tested, 21 can safely run a Dishwasher (16 with full safety margin, 5 at tight margin). 12 are incompatible.
What specs should I look for to run a Dishwasher?
Your power station needs at least 1,800W continuous output and 1,800W surge capacity. We recommend a safety buffer of 10% above these minimums for reliable operation.
How do we test compatibility?
Every pairing is evaluated using our True Surge protocol: we compare OEM-verified running watts, surge watts, and voltage requirements against each power station's published specs, with load-profile-specific safety buffers applied. Read our full methodology.
What size power station do I need for a dishwasher?
Only if your power source can supply at least 1800W continuous at 120V. No startup surge concern — the heating element is the main load. Lower-amperage models (10A) work with smaller stations.
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