What capacity dishwasher do I need for my household?

An 18-inch compact dishwasher holds 6 to 8 place settings and is suitable for 1 or 2 people. For a family of 3 or 4, a standard 24-inch dishwasher with 12 to 14 place settings is ideal. Larger households would benefit from a dishwasher with a higher capacity, such as 15+ place settings.