A Practical Alternative to Handwashing in an RV ~ Water Saving Hava R01 Dishwasher

[@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice]

OK really we gotta take a poll here how many people rinse the dishes and pots and pans so well they don’t need to go through the dishwasher before they put them in there😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@sallys2423]

Ha! I've wondered that too. wth, just soap them with a sponge, rinse, place in dish rack and you're done.

[@thalleshoward3962]

Me.

[@Damethefirst]

Me, but I like that they are ultra sanitized

[@sjr7822]

Speaking of using my Mom's dishwasher, guilty, I think Eric was just testing how the HAVA would handle it

[@kerrischuh8000]

With our old dishwasher we did but with the new one we don’t need to. But I still make sure all the food is scraped off.

[@jeromep]

So, I have a portable dishwasher. It sits in my basement until I get to a campsite. Then I whip it out, put it on a camp table or the picnic table, run an extension cord to the RV, run the drain hose into a folding bucket, and you are in business. Fill with hot water and let it rip. It really saves water compared to hand washing, and allows me to get back to evening camp activities rather than standing in my kitchen. Considering the heat of the water in a dishwasher and the dishwasher soap, I think my dishes are much cleaner than if I was still hand washing dishes.

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

I came within mere inches of buying this brand, but I'm a poor person and it was $30 higher and that makes all the difference in the world. Especially in this wretched economy. But i also added about another 45 minutes to my day that I was wasting just about everyday. I bought a Comfee instead. Same basic shape and idea. Works well, everything is about the same, but no fancy blue light, just plain old white. They have an upgraded model for another $70 (i think it was) with uv germ killing light, but isn't that why we wash our dishes anyway? I think all the portables are about the same. Same features, same basic structure. Mine even has the little concave spot for soap that immidiately runs out. Mine works well and cleans just like yours! The cold hard truth that no one seems to tell about these mini machinmes is they are basically built for one person. I had to put my skillet in it diagnally (and one cup), because there just isn't much room. If you live alone its probably perfect, but if you are living with a family in an RV you might want to think twice, unless you want to spend the whole day swapping out dishes until they are all done. Overall great devices, but when they say "apartment sized" they mean it!!

[@constancemussey4878]

Thanks to you I’m buying this. Great demo! I live in a house a little bigger than a tiny house. 900 sq feet. I’m having my kitchen redone. Perfect! Been watching you for about 12 years and traveled across the US solo with my dog. You’ve taught me so much. I was 60 when I went on my big trip. 68 y/o now, one open heart surgery later. No traveling anymore for now. I live in Maine. Thanks again Eric! See you in Maine soon? I have plenty of land here so you can boondock.

[@sactopyrshep]

Isn’t the maximum size of the tiny home category 400 sq. Feet ?

[@NinasHere4U]

I had open heart 3 yrs ago and hoping to travel in 2yrs 😁 Tough surgery for sure!!

[@constancemussey4878]

@@sactopyrshep probably. I said my little home was bigger than a tiny home. My home is small: living rm, kitchen and one bedroom. A bathroom too.

[@m.mickeypayne9811]

@@sactopyrshep For most states 400 Sq ft is the minimum. 😆

[@Damethefirst]

I personally rinse food off dishes before putting in dishwasher, especially if you plan to run once a week. A wet scrubby will work

[@Damethefirst]

@@RippSnortin well I do

[@nanabettyg]

Leaving food on dishes and only running once a week would also be smelly!

[@cindysouthern]

I bought a similar counter top dishwasher. Different brand. Has all the same features. Mine is a Comfee brand. I love it. Fine for 1 or 2 people. I rinse my dishes first but mine gets the dishes squeaky clean. Highly recommend!

[@kcblues2sherwood652]

I'm amazed how well that cleaned your dishes!!

[@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice]

Thinking if I was Boondocking I go through the wash but stop it to save the power and just open the door and let it air dry

[@Rightlydividing-wx1xb]

It is a cool machine Eric, but those few dishes would take me a couple minutes and under 1 gallon of water without the machine.

[@serenageil9467]

My thoughts exactly!!

[@JonnyDIY]

My Mom uses her dishwasher as a giant breadbox 🤣💕👍 I loved this lil dishwasher, with the lights it reminded me of a lil Disco 🕺💃

[@FairyChild_For_Freedom-Justice]

Curious Eric how much power does it drain 70 mins seems a lot of power

[@pammywammy]

I have had one for years. Hate doing dishes while travelling. I do however wipe out as much as possible so not to plug up the filter, that could happen, but my dishes come so clean. I also open up the door and air dry, but if you are not paying for power leave the drying cycle on. Love mine

[@junedimond1693]

Love that dishwasher! Be nice to load it up before bed Time - and all done by morning. Great video!

[@stacydoyle7808]

I have been looking at a compact dishwasher for quite sometime, please update after multiple uses to let us know if it still works as advertised. Thanks.

[@Challway]

I love this item! I almost bought one thats similar. I love small appliances. If I had it in my RV I would wipe all food off plates & other items with paper towel ( put in trash)And since it is not hooked up to faucet. I would drain in a bucket so it does not go into grey water tank

[@sjr7822]

Draining into a bucket is a good idea

[@janetfolkerts5827]

wiping food residue prior to stacking in HAVA would be a good idea especially if it would be a while before actually washing that way the remaining food would not be dried. Draining into a separate container instead of the grey tank makes sense if boondocking.

[@talkshowtea1313]

When washing was it noisy or quiet ?

[@dougmac444]

Wipe the dishes out with paper towel, bit of hot water, quick rinse, takes a few minutes. Or fart around with that gizmo that takes up counter space that you don’t have. Jeez man😂 Cheers from Vancouver 🇨🇦

[@m.mickeypayne9811]

Nice little dishwasher! I am currently living in Colorado and there are seasonal drought conditions. The water savings is what I am interested , and because the unit is portable, I can take it to my homestead when I leave this little town.

[@IowaKim]

I have this dishwasher and LOVE it. My kitchen is old and getting this was a game changer. I do have a Delta faucet that pulls out, so I use a clothespin to hold it in place while filling with water and I put in the dishes. It chimes when the requisite water level is hit. I have found that I have gravitated to pots & pans without long handles so that they fit inside.

[@donnac.1609]

Even commercial dishwashers need dishes rinsed before washing them. Every dishwasher has a SCREEN to protect the pump from food particles. If not kept clean problems happen. Letting food particles get in your grey tank can really cause problems over time. If you keep that screen clean kudos!! Washing dishes with spray bottle of vinegar and water will keep water usage under control. Dishes easy to rinse.....and they shine.

[@What.The.Fluff.]

I agree!👍✌️

[@J297WFD]

Just seems like a trade off water for electricity. I guess in your situation that’s important.. Doesn’t seem big enough to be practical. Different strokes I guess. I’m interested in a review in a few months to see how it holds upland if it’s worth it

[@beverly9885]

That is awesome! I am disabled, And having a big full load of dishes in the dishwasher just isn’t really practical for me. I can really only use the top shelf. So I like the idea of a little countertop dishwasher. I am making my kitchen more usable for myself, and I’m going to look into buying one of these!

[@davidpatrick1813]

I think it might be nice test to put a recording watt meter at the outlet to see how much it uses for a full complete cycle. I like to try to be "off grid" ... and use an inverter with solar charged true Battleborn batteries. Of course all Victron.

[@glenbolton]

If you need an electric machine to clean 2 cups and a sauce pan, keep away from the crayons

[@mmars4032]

Great demo!😁 Very interesting and you covered the features and benefits really well.

[@JanesDough855]

Never knew these existed, but for me, being a single homeowner and not wanting to install a huge floor model, this would be PERFECT for me. I hate a sinkful of dishes, so this is an excellent idea. Will be checking into it. Thanks for the review!

[@shawnscrimsher2207]

You won't have to worry about that holding a sink worth of dishes either🤣. Anybody that RVs knows that countertop space is like real estate it's very valuable. That takes up way too much room for how much it cleans. And I bet it's a pretty big drain on your battery.

[@tracymeskel2839]

Ok Eric, you got my interest up. I have grown up and used dishwashers for 59 years. I was a little upset there wasn’t one in our 5r, but hey you cant have everything. But I’m loving the looks of this one. One thing you have to remember with a dish washer. It does not CLEAN, they only sanitize. But my last dishwasher, did scrub dried on food. I hope this one does

[@patdavis8018]

How much power did it use?

[@freelander4058]

I like it ! It Worked great. For a dishwasher not connected to faucet ! But even when you put dishes that have had certain foods like Chile / beans Spaghetti sauce / wipe out the food particles. It makes your machine last longer. Tomato based food sauce will discolor the inside. But truthfully even the bigger ones with crumb crumblers need to just wipe excess food. I never rinse before unless the Food really gross and just scraping off Which is what you do to not have a machine full of food .

[@HughWoo]

You need the food particles to keep the drain lines from clogging up. Soaps that we use in our dishwashers will clog up lines over time. Same with your washing machine.

[@Not-thatKaren]

Many of the newer dishwashers these days have a sort of ‘disposal’ thingy that chops stuff up. I’m not saying like the kind that goes under the sink in a sticks and bricks house but think of it as a tiny blender that cuts food up so it’ll drain. Yours may not have it but many of the newer dishwashers do.

[@Quickicecarreviews123]

Can u do a like 3 and 6 month update plz

[@vickis2582]

I was keeping my eye 👁️ on that bean stuck to the dishwasher door ! I can't believe those filthy dishes came out so clean. Thanks for the demo 😊

[@1aview]

Is that a uv light

[@davidpearson2581]

That worked very well. I can see this product being used in an Off Grid cabin too.

[@Chefsantatravels]

Wow wow wow I've been looking for a small dishwasher like that for my apartment because I have a hotel motel kitchen type of setup that was freaking awesome I said to a friend of mine ain't no way it's gonna clean that chili dried on for being such a small thing I couldn't believe it I gotta buy one and then when I'm on the road I can bring it into whatever using thanks buddy enjoy✌✌🎅🚌🌻

[@TriggerTravels]

That thing is way more trouble than it's worth. It takes me 10 minutes if that to knock out 3 days worth of dishes and I use way less water than that.

[@timstevenson9585]

Cats love heat. I’m guessing that’s why Opie wanted close to it.

[@stephaniewillson9383]

Opie was the host of this video. You were just the voice. I really like this machine!!!

[@mendyedson1825]

Wonderful video. The dishwasher looks great and would be good for a senior with limited mobility. Opie was entertaining. I enjoyed his getting your attention. He's a real cutie. Take care of yourself, Tara and Opie.

[@shawnscrimsher2207]

I am a senior with limited Capabilities. And that would be way too much work maybe even more than doing dishes by hand. I've been 22 years full time and with my condition paper paper plates plastic forks and plastic cups are cheaper and way easier.

[@axlyoung1218]

Maybe pull your charger cords out of the sink. Not just damage the cord or blow breaker. Have all that nasty soap water grease.

[@PYRO307-i9i]

Just a heads up lol. I bought one just to wash parts it's incredible. Lol. 3 yrs now and it still going strong. The heavy wash does about the same as standard wash just so ya know

[@NinasHere4U]

Eric, the residue in that pot will come out if you rub lemon juice on it and then just rinse it.

[@JonnyDIY]

I enjoy hand washing some dishes, but it actually uses more water versus a dishwasher. I couldn't believe it, but its true. My buddy never rinses his dishes first and stuffs and overloads it to the top (with dirty pots and pans too). They still come out clean to my surprise. That hot steamy water in that small space just melts off the food. Pretty cool, and only uses 4 or less gallons water. Hand washing I'll collect water and easily match that for 1/3 the dishes

[@tiggiler]

We tried one that is essentially the same just by a different company and was not impressed. Yes, it ran and kept you from having to manually do the dishes but it took way too long to run. In a sticks-and-brick this isn't so bad but in an RV where you're limited on space, time to pick up and leave camp and/or actual dishes in the RV, you don't always have the time to wait. We ended up returning it and would not recommend for non-full time RV'ers. For full-timers, it may be a different situation.

[@lisawhite857]

Amazing I have seen these but always wondered about it. I hate to do dishes and when I travel in my RV I tend to bring paper plates to use because I would much rather enjoy life then spending my time washing dishes. Need to add this to my wish list for sure. Thanks so much for taking the time to do the video review.

[@bethskaaninglarsen2900]

Finally a real test - with the chilly covering the bowl, cups and pots...👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@zachstafford4896]

I have wanted one of these for traveling but I never could pull the trigger because I didn't think it would work very well. Thanks for the Informative Video on this thing!

[@linkadrip]

Yep like the dishwasher. Mine recently took a dive. I live in ah house with my elderly mom. We don't have many dishes. To wash looked at new dish washers from the depot. There super expensive. Might be just what I need. Pretty cool. Thanks for the video. Gonna look into it.

[@unchained20000000]

I bought the washing machine you advertised years ago and i still have and use it. This is yet another addition to it i'll be purchasing. Thanks Eric.

[@ronsmith1364]

wondered about that? Featured that one vlog & nevermore. Guessed it broke quick & became a headache imo. So how long has yours worked & how well does it clean blue jeans? tia

[@unchained20000000]

@@ronsmith1364 It's been working without any problems for years and it cleans jeans or anything extremely well, because the agitator pushes high pressure streams of water through your cloths and not just churning left and right up against your cloths. Now mind you, I am only one person, so I am not comparing it to a normal load size washer, which btw a lowes front loader washer is king. But then again, those are for those high maintenance whores who have their rich husbands/johns wrapped around their finger.

[@jamesscott1932]

Ya ha! Coincidentally I bought the plastic Suzy Homewrecker washing machine one week or a few days before NF four years ago. The washer stuffed into my rear cubby. I pulled it out while in Moab at that expensive Chevron campground north of town. It worked one and only one time. The water pump broke and my wife got on my case for being a sap. So it hit the dumpster!

[@sjr7822]

That HAVA is slick, I could use the hot water from my woodstove for this type of washer, no need to plug it into the water system, the man reason I never bought a dishwasher! I'm impressed. The short wash is 29 mins?

[@grimalkin5706]

Thank you for this video! I hate the way washing dishes in my RV uses so much water. This is a perfect solution. I save up my dirty dishes so I wash several to save water, but that means food gets dried on. I have to have a HAVA. WOoHOo. Love it

[@jerseyandhernomads]

Wash the nomad way, rinse with vinegar and water solution then wipe with a paper towel or rinse with water. Much more of a water saver for sure.

[@topherjoe1]

wipe off dirty dishes and lay wet paper towels on them, put in 2 gallon ziplock. When dish time comes, half fill ziplock with soapy water, turn, soak, turn again. Release water quick wipe with wet paper towels, spray rinse with vinegar water or hot water using bottle. I do this camping, keeps food from drying and keeps away flies and smells. I use plastic or metal plates, cups so careful when turning the bag!

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

this is really cool, might have to save for one of these dishwashers for the RV

[@larrybergman6075]

I would recommend that you use powdered soap in your dishwasher. those soap pods don't always dissolve and the plastic from them can build up in the pump and filters.

[@lyfandeth]

It is often not platic, but a water soluble gelation that dissoles completely.

[@larrybergman6075]

@@lyfandeth I'm an appliance service technician, and often times I am cleaning out dishwasher pumps and filters that are full of this stuff. Maybe it has something to do with the water here, the water here is very hard. This probably wouldn't be a problem if you were in a place with good water quality.

[@Susie98052]

@@larrybergman6075 my husband uses pods in our front load clothes washer. I have banished them from the laundry cupboard. We haven't had a clogged drain yet, but that pod material fuses to the clothes!

[@arcysroad9002]

I have a similar dishwasher. Absolute game changer for apartments without one, or in my case, in my Lance 650 truck camper.

[@arthurshepherd8757]

You'd rather run that thing for half an hour to dry 5 items than pull out a towel?

[@TheAtomicSoul]

USE HOT WATER! Dishwashers are made to MAINTAIN water temperature, not heat it from room temperature. Depending on how it's designed, this means either it'll run without the water being hot enough (especially early on the cycle), or it'll overwork the heating elements attempting to get the water to the right temperature.

[@lynngoeas9390]

Eric, Great review on this mini washer. Ideal for nomads & occasional camping use.

[@shawnscrimsher2207]

It takes up too much counter room and too much of a drain on your resources when you're traveling such as battery water grey tanks.

[@joannewinters9616]

Wow it really works awesome

[@robsycko]

They sell small dorm sized under counter dishwashers

[@Debbzvanventure]

Thanks for doing the dishes! Squeaky clean. Instant pots all get that coating on the bottom from the way they heat in the unit. 👍👍👍💚💚💚

[@paulinedavis8734]

Love the mini Dishwasher...wow !

[@DailyDriver.]

But will the gunk that it’s washing off the chili and stuff end up clogging it or building up? Yes it had a filter but some of the smaller gunk still gets thru. Also can you get replacement filters? It’s bound to wear out over time

[@Europa1749]

I love that little dishwasher. So soothing too when it's running.

[@betsyoman7173]

If that little soap pod is the right amount for a regular household dishwasher, then it's way too much for that little dishwasher. You might want to think about that for a while. Also, you could take a rubber spatula and clean most of the food residue out of the dishes.

[@yahooboy22]

Someone else asked if the bottle jack would fit under the car especially if the tire is flat !

[@VoklstWestie]

Great to know Eric!!! Thank You! I have not bought my RV yet, but dishwasher is a definite! I have arthritic hands & hot tub is good! But everyday washing dishes & getting wet is not! Great lil dishwasher! Your is the 1st Ive seen. Great to know how it cycles & works! How hot does the heating get internally if you know! TIA Chicago Renee Hello to Kevin & Felix! Your kittys & puppy farm, lol!

[@shawnscrimsher2207]

I have been full time for 23 years now. I found the cheapest most efficient way to do it if you're full time on the road, Is paper plates plastic cutlery and plastic cups.

[@myavo]

I would have at least cleaned all the crap off the counter before taping this.. not to mention the cat in the food area. but.. hey- nice dishwasher.

[@jo100]

That DISHWASHER, looks very very Cool 😎 Eric😎😊👍

[@valerie022848]

Love the dishwasher!!! ❤❤❤. I'm 70+ yrs old and never had one. I want it!!

[@huiponoholoholonapaws-pono1032]

How much wattage does it use on your solar?

[@msjc44]

Eric clean the basic debris off or it will clog the system .. or pick the cleaned beans out of the bottom .. I love that dishwasher! 🎉

[@angelambca]

That upper side shelf is for cups. Nice dish washer.

[@mikemcguire5859]

Ha Eric. Great review on a little dishwasher. That unit will be a good choice for preppers with water conservation concerns.

[@candismith4080]

Impressive little appliance...I like it!

[@mindybluephotography]

What a cool contraption!

[@renadraper8103]

LOL, Opie is a little attention hog That is a pretty neat little dishwasher. You might want to rethink using the pods tho. I used those in my brand new dishwasher at home and after about a year had to have it worked on. Turned out all the sprayer arms were clogged with tiny pieces of plastic from the pods. I guess the coating doesn’t always dissolve completely. Anyway, the repair guy said the dishwasher liquid soap was what I needed to be using. Happy travels to you & the kitties

[@wendybeach1036]

Now I know about the portable dishwasher, that doesn't need to be attached to a water outlet. I am sold!

[@glamperjan]

I use a spray bottle w vinegar. Easy peasy.

[@bunkosquad2000]

Is there a cat setting? 🐈 🐈‍⬛

[@cheryllundholm8779]

That is really cool! Good to know about that dishwasher!

[@michaelpeters8615]

Great demo!😁 Very interesting and you covered the features and benefits really well. Thank you😁

[@dewdropn5619]

Wow, no designated garbage disposal in the bottom of your new hi-tech, impressive dishwasher? Just a filter? A non-detectable, diluted chili bean rinse? Lol Sorry, I'm old skool...gotta at least wipe off, at minimum... those dishes with a paper towel, first. Cool looking gizmo tho. I'd use one in a heartbeat, albeit a little differently tho! 😉 Opie was sure cute! Stay safe Eric. 🕊

[@rubywingo6030]

Another KZbinr I watch named Homestead Tessie (I highly recommend her channel) she’s all about frugal living and making the most of what you have…zero waste. She uses her dishwasher like this to sterilize her canning jars! I’ve wanted one for a while!

[@serenageil9467]

Frugal living using electricity for over an hour doing what would take 3 minutes to do by hand????😮

[@tugsoutdoorprod]

Can this be utilized on a live aboard sailboat ?

[@AquaticPlace960]

Fan of the size and water use.

[@ediejohnson3301]

Very interesting. Enjoyed the video but when I looked at the price, NO THANK YOU. That's outrageous! I will gladly continue to wash my little dab of dishes by hand. Keep showing us products though, Eric. Love your channel!

[@terryburns8917]

Looks really handy.

[@markattardo]

Gotta admit I've never been a fan of dishwashers. My firsthand experience includes 1 that was in an apartment a long time ago. I'm shocked this worked like it did.....to the point of doubting you for the first time ever....and I've been watching for years. I'll be keeping this in mind for the future. Glad Hava got in touch and you accepted.👍👍

[@ImperfectLioness]

That is a cool little washer. I'll have to take a look at it and see if it would work for my needs.

[@Jules-o7u3v]

Although pods are convenient that is such a small dishwasher it might be way too much soap for it and may leave a soap residue on your dishes or cause a buildup in your machine, you may have to switch to a dishwasher gel and use a smaller amount to match the load size. I’m sure you left that much food on all the dishes for the purpose of the demonstration but in the future you might want to wipe off that much chunky food residue with a paper towel before running the dishwasher especially if it is greasy foods which will then be more difficult for the dishwasher to remove or could spread it to other dishes and excess food and grease may clog your filter or cause bacteria to grow in your gray tank.

[@nwad3322]

One good thing to know about dish washers...they are water tight so if you are ever concerned about flooding in your house or RV’s you can store documents and other items in the in a closed and lock dish washer in an emergency.

[@trxtech3010]

Why would his RV ever Flood???

[@debmarie55]

@@trxtech3010 2 words: Hurricane Ian

[@rharnatkiewicz]

How water tight are they? How far can they go under??

[@robinglaze2970]

What a neat item Been full time 14 1/2 yrs now. We have a ice maker we don't use. Going to check into it. Ty for sharing

[@curtisschultz6976]

You have to rinse dishes before they go in any dish washer even industrial

[@marciatesch3951]

I love that thing. Awesome, thanks Eric!

[@deborahhymer9315]

You should at least wipe the food residue out of the bowls, plates and pots. All that food residue is not good for your grey water tank. It will cause bad odors. The dishwasher cleans well.

[@SpeedyDD50]

Nice dishwasher. I like seeing where you start the instructions without your jacket on and then it's back on when you start pouring water into it 👌😂😂😁

[@jerrywestin3447]

Hi Opie & Tara! 🎃

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hey Eric gm man that was amazing thank you for showing us I'm in an Rv and a Truck camper this would be perfect

[@loveu2222]

I’m using it ina last five years,outstanding results,little more than one gallon water need it