Midea
Built-in Dishwasher (18 In)
Est. Price$499
9.2
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Highlights
2 year warranty
Built-in
18 in
Energy Star certified
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Best Non-Toxic Dishwashers
We vetted dishwashers against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- Food-contact interiors made from stainless steel
- No plastic where it touches food (but we avoid plastic wherever possible)
- Transparent brands that disclose all materials
Best Non-Toxic Dishwashers
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Danby
Countertop Dishwasher
Est. Price$449.99
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Highlights
1 year warranty
Countertop
22 in
Energy Star certified
Kenmore
Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher (24 In)
Est. Price$599.99
8.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Highlights
Built-in
24 in
Energy Star certified
Black & Decker
Built-In Dishwasher (24 In)
Est. Price$746.99
7.8
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Highlights
Built-in
24 in
Energy Star certified
Bosch
800 Series Smart Built-In Dishwasher (24 In)
Est. Price$1,249
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Highlights
1 year warranty
Built-in
24 in
Energy Star certified
How to Swap to Non-Toxic dishwashers:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic dishwashers:
What to know about dishwashers
Welpr looks at the materials inside your dishwasher that come in contact with your dishes during wash cycles. The interior tub, racks, and any coatings are what matter most since hot water and steam can cause certain materials to break down or transfer residues onto the items you eat and drink from.
- Stainless steel interiors are the gold standard — they're non-reactive, durable, and won't leach chemicals even at high temperatures.
- Plastic tub interiors are more common in budget models and can degrade over time with repeated heat exposure.
Check what's inside your current dishwasher
Open your dishwasher and look at the interior tub, racks, and any coatings. Your owner's manual or the manufacturer's website will list the materials used. Focus on what's touching your dishes during hot wash and dry cycles.
- If the interior walls feel like hard plastic rather than metal, you likely have a plastic tub — check the manual to confirm.
- Look at rack coatings too; vinyl-coated racks can chip over time, exposing bare metal that may rust onto dishes.
Use your current dishwasher more safely
If your dishwasher has a plastic interior, a few simple adjustments can reduce what transfers onto your dishes. You don't need to replace your machine right away to make improvements.
- Use a lower heat or eco wash setting and skip the heated dry cycle — air drying reduces how much heat breaks down plastic components.
- Inspect vinyl rack coatings regularly and use a rack repair kit to patch any chips or peeling before rust forms.
Choose a cleaner replacement
When it's time for a new dishwasher, prioritize models with a full stainless steel interior tub. This is the single most important material upgrade you can make. Stainless steel is non-reactive, handles high heat without breaking down, and is naturally resistant to odors and stains.
- Look for models that specify "stainless steel tub" rather than just "stainless steel front" — the exterior finish and the interior material are often different.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved dishwashers.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...