First, choose a dishwasher that fits the housing space and whose door can open without hitting the plinth. A 45 cm model is suited to a narrow space; if your housing space can accommodate 60 cm, compare the models’ capacity, noise levels and energy and water consumption. If you have a long door panel or a low plinth, check the manual to see whether a sliding hinge will work with your measurements and panel.
Measure the space and identify how the door panel is attached before comparing programmes. Bosch notes that the fitting method for the furniture door varies according to the available space and appliance type.
A model listed as 45 cm wide is worth considering, but check its full dimensions and installation instructions. As a guide for this specific model, Bosch lists the SPV4EMX17E as measuring 815 × 448 × 550 mm.
Compare the stated noise level as well as the dimensions and door panel. UFC-Que Choisir highlights noise as an important test criterion, particularly in open-plan kitchens.
First rule out any appliances that won’t fit the housing space or work with the door panel and plinth. Then compare capacity and usage figures.
| Priority | What to check | What I need |
|---|---|---|
| Housing space and width | Measure the height beneath the worktop, the width and the usable depth, then compare these with the dimensions and clearance requirements in the manual. According to the manufacturers’ specifications, the Bosch SPV4EMX17E and SMH4EVX08E are 448 mm and 598 mm wide respectively. | My space is narrow, so I need to confirm that a 45 cm model will fit—not just rely on the product name. |
| Door panel and plinth | Check the door panel’s dimensions, weight and drill-hole positions, as well as whether the model uses a fixed or sliding hinge. Bosch says its sliding-hinge door can prevent the panel from hitting the appliance base or plinth. | I’m keeping the kitchen door panel and want to open the dishwasher without it hitting the plinth. |
| Capacity | Once you’ve confirmed that the width is suitable, compare the place settings and basket layouts of the models you’re considering. Don’t assume that the stated width tells you how much usable space there is inside. | If my housing space can accommodate 60 cm, I want to compare how much room there is for my usual dishes, rather than choosing based on size alone. |
| Noise and consumption | Compare models using the same energy-label indicators: energy efficiency class, water and electricity consumption for the Eco cycle, and noise level and noise class. ADEME recommends using the energy label to help guide your choice; UFC-Que Choisir also draws attention to noise in open-plan kitchens. | My kitchen opens onto a living area, so the stated noise level matters as much to me as consumption figures compared on the same basis. |
| Connections | Locate the water inlet, waste outlet and electrical supply. Check the manual for connection requirements. If any connections need to be changed, have the necessary work assessed before arranging installation. | I’m redesigning my kitchen and need to know whether the existing connections will work in the chosen location. |
The height and depth can also prevent an appliance from fitting. For example, Bosch lists the SPV4EMX17E as measuring 815 × 448 × 550 mm and the XXL SBH4HVX14E as 865 × 598 × 550 mm.
Measure the whole housing space and check the installation clearances and room needed for connections in the manual for your chosen model.
A fixed door and a sliding-hinge door move the panel in different ways. Bosch says its sliding-hinge system can prevent the panel from touching the appliance base or plinth.
Check the type of hinge and the permitted door-panel dimensions, weight and drill-hole positions in the model’s manual.
Moving the water inlet, waste outlet or electrical supply changes the nature of the installation. Bosch warns that this work can be complex or dangerous.
Have any connections that need changing assessed by a qualified person, and follow the manual’s instructions before arranging installation.
Water consumption per Eco cycle won’t necessarily reflect consumption on another programme, and a noise class is not a substitute for the model’s stated noise level.
When comparing two models, use the same indicators from their energy labels and technical specifications, as ADEME recommends when choosing an appliance.
These ranges give you examples of sizes and hinge systems to look into. Check the manual for each model to confirm compatibility; the brand alone won’t tell you whether it will fit.
Bosch offers built-in dishwashers in 45 and 60 cm sizes, including an XXL model with a VarioHinge door.
Siemens offers fully integrated 45 and 60 cm models with varioHinge in its French range.
Electrolux offers fully integrated dishwashers, including the 60 cm EEG48200L.
These four appliances are listed as 60 cm built-in dishwashers. For a renovation, compare each model’s dimensions with your housing space and check how your door panel is fitted, especially where the stated measurements differ.
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Listed as a 60 cm model for a fitted kitchen, with 13 place settings stated in the product name. Check the installation heights in the manual, as the measurements given for the appliance and housing space don’t quite match. Also check how your door panel is attached.
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The product is listed as a 60 cm model with 14 place settings. However, 68 cm is given among its stated dimensions. Check the actual width and installation measurements in the manual before choosing it for a 60 cm housing space. Also check how the door panel is fitted.
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This model is listed as a 60 cm built-in appliance with 14 place settings. If you’re keeping a door panel or have a low plinth, check the hinge type and fitting requirements in the manual before choosing it.
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A 60 cm model with 13 place settings, listed for a fitted kitchen. The information about fixed and sliding-hinge doors differs. Check which mechanism applies to this model in the manual, then check the door panel, plinth and installation dimensions.
Measure the width, height beneath the worktop and usable depth of the housing space, along with any obstacles at the back, the plinth height and the door-panel dimensions. Compare these with the installation manual for the exact model. Bosch notes that the fitting method for the furniture door varies according to the available space and appliance type.
Yes, if the housing space and door panel can be adapted to the chosen 45 cm model. The two sizes aren’t interchangeable without checking first. Bosch lists the SPV4EMX17E as 448 mm wide and the SMH4EVX08E as 598 mm wide. Check the height, depth and door-panel fitting too.
Consider this option if the door panel might hit the appliance base or plinth when opened. Bosch says its sliding-hinge door can prevent this. Check the model’s manual to confirm the permitted door-panel dimensions and weight.
Have the necessary changes assessed before arranging installation. The dimensions of the cabinet alone aren’t enough to confirm that the appliance can be connected. Bosch recommends reading the manual’s safety warnings and using a professional to install its appliances as built-in models.
Use the same indicators from the energy labels and specifications for the exact models: noise level and class, energy efficiency class, electricity use per 100 cycles and water use per Eco cycle. ADEME recommends using the energy label to guide your choice; a figure for the Eco cycle won’t describe every programme.