Start by measuring the space and checking that your plates, serving dishes and utensils will fit in the racks: the stated number of place settings doesn’t tell you everything about how much you can load. Next, choose an installation type that works with your kitchen, then compare noise levels and Eco programme consumption across the models you’re considering, taking installation and maintenance into account.
You regularly wash plates, saucepans and serving dishes after several meals: compare the stated capacity with the actual layout of the racks. UFC-Que Choisir lists capacity and household needs among the factors to consider when choosing a dishwasher.
Your choice depends on a narrow gap, existing cabinet fronts or a lack of floor space: measure the available area before choosing between a 45 cm model, an integrated appliance and a worktop model. Bosch recommends measuring the space before you buy.
If the dishwasher runs while people are using the living area, compare the noise levels of the specific models you’re considering. UFC-Que Choisir notes that noise is particularly important in an open-plan kitchen.
Start with the dimensions and usable space in the racks, then check the installation requirements and compare noise levels and consumption on a like-for-like basis.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity after meals | Compare the stated number of place settings with the rack size and the space available for serving dishes and utensils. | If meals often leave me with plates, serving dishes and saucepans to wash, I first check that they’ll fit in the racks. Around 33 % of consumers prioritise usable capacity after meals. |
| Positioning and installation | Measure the width, height, depth and door clearance; check the space, cabinet front and connections required for the model. | When space is limited or the cabinet front needs to match the kitchen, I check the measurements and installation requirements before choosing an appliance. Around 27 % of consumers prioritise positioning and installation. |
| Noise while running | Check the noise emissions stated for the exact model and compare any tests carried out under specified conditions. | In an open-plan kitchen, I want to be able to take the noise into account while people are using the living area. Around 20 % of consumers make quiet operation their priority. |
| Water, energy and running costs | Compare kWh per 100 Eco cycles, litres per Eco cycle, capacity and programme duration; check other programmes separately. | If I run the appliance regularly, I look at its stated consumption and any installation or maintenance costs to factor in. Around 20 % of consumers prioritise running costs. |
The percentages reflect the priorities associated with these choice scenarios; they are not a measure of market share. The European energy label provides information including electricity consumption per 100 Eco cycles, water consumption per Eco cycle, programme duration, capacity and noise levels.
Serving dishes and saucepans can take up more or less space than the stated number of place settings suggests, and may not fit in the racks.
Check the rack layout and adjustments against the dimensions of the crockery you use regularly.
If serving dishes and saucepans don’t fit in one load, you may need to run several cycles.
The space, door and hinges determine whether the appliance can be installed as intended; depending on the model, you may need to provide the cabinet front separately.
Measure the space and check the instructions to confirm the door system, hinges and what’s included in the installation service.
Depending on the cabinetry and installation chosen, you may need to budget for a cabinet front or an installation visit.
For Bob, Daan Tech’s connection guide distinguishes between filling the tank and draining wastewater through a hose.
Plan for a reliable drainage setup and follow the instructions for the exact version you choose.
Without a fixed installation, you’ll need to arrange filling and drainage every time you use the appliance.
The energy label gives consumption figures for the Eco programme; these don’t automatically apply to quick or intensive programmes.
Compare labels on a like-for-like basis, then check the programmes you actually plan to use.
Water and electricity consumption vary depending on the programme used; installation and maintenance should also be taken into account.
The range available in France includes freestanding, integrated and semi-integrated models to suit different installation types.
The French range includes freestanding and integrated appliances; the DIS35020 is an example of a slimline fully integrated model.
The French range includes freestanding and built-in models; the W3PFD636X is an example of a 60 cm semi-integrated model.
The Bob range is designed for anyone who needs a compact appliance to sit on a worktop, particularly when there’s no suitable floor-level space.
The range available in France includes freestanding, integrated and built-in appliances.
This selection includes 60 cm freestanding dishwashers and a 60 cm built-in model, with stated capacities of 13 or 14 place settings.
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For regular loads in a kitchen without a cabinet front to match, this freestanding model has a stated capacity of 14 place settings.
Width: 60 cm. Energy class: D.
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For a kitchen without an integrated cabinet front, this freestanding model has a stated capacity of 14 place settings.
Width: 60 cm. Energy class: C.
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For regular loads in a kitchen without an integrated cabinet front, this freestanding model has a stated capacity of 14 place settings.
Width: 60 cm. Energy class: C.
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For a kitchen where a freestanding model is a good fit, this dishwasher has a stated capacity of 14 place settings.
Width: 60 cm. Energy class: E.
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For a fitted kitchen with a compatible space, this built-in model has a stated capacity of 13 place settings.
Width: 60 cm. Energy class: C.
The product details specify a fixed hinge and recommend professional installation; check that the space and door are compatible before choosing.
Compare the figures on the European energy labels on a like-for-like basis: electricity per 100 Eco cycles, water per Eco cycle, capacity and programme duration. These figures don’t automatically describe quick or intensive programmes.
No. For Bob, Daan Tech describes filling the tank without a fixed water supply, but the model still needs an electricity supply and a hose to drain the water. Check the instructions and rating plate for the version you choose before connecting it.
ADEME recommends not pre-rinsing dishes and waiting until the dishwasher is full before starting a cycle. Check the stated consumption of the programme you plan to use separately.
The French Ministry for the Economy and Finance states that the legal guarantee of conformity is claimed from the professional seller for two years; it is separate from a commercial or manufacturer’s warranty. It may also cover incorrect installation if the seller was responsible for it under the contract.
For a new household dishwasher covered by the rules, an energy label is compulsory, including for online sales, according to the French Ministry for the Economy and Finance. In France, dishwashers are also among the product categories covered by the repairability index; this is separate from the durability index introduced for televisions and washing machines.