If the fault may be covered by the statutory guarantee of conformity, contact the retailer first. Otherwise, get a diagnosis and quote so you can compare the cost of repair with replacement. If you do replace the appliance, first check which size and capacity suit your kitchen and everyday washing-up, then compare water and energy use, Eco cycle duration, noise levels and the repairability index of compatible models.
Before replacing an unreliable appliance, check whether the retailer may be responsible for putting the fault right. If it is out of warranty, ask for a diagnosis and find out about the repair bonus conditions through a QualiRépar repairer.
A space designed for a fully integrated appliance, a spot for a freestanding model or an available worktop will each call for a different choice. Measure the space and estimate your usual load of washing-up before comparing features.
If you have an open-plan kitchen or run cycles at different times of day, compare noise levels and the duration of the Eco programme. The European Commission says dishwasher labels also let you compare capacity, water use and energy consumption.
First, decide whether repair is an option in your situation. If you are replacing the appliance, rule out sizes that will not fit your kitchen before comparing how the remaining models perform in everyday use.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Repair | Ask the retailer whether the fault is covered by the statutory guarantee of conformity. If it is out of warranty, request a diagnosis and quote, and check whether you can access the repair bonus. | I want reliable everyday washing without ruling out a viable repair. The French Ministry of the Economy explains that the statutory guarantee may allow you to ask the retailer to repair or replace goods with a covered lack of conformity; the repair bonus applies to products that are out of warranty. |
| Size and type | Compare the full dimensions and the required configuration: freestanding, the housing and door panel for an integrated model, or worktop space for a compact one. Check the place settings capacity too. | My kitchen needs to accommodate the appliance, and its capacity should suit the amount of washing-up I produce each day. A compact model with a small capacity may need to run more cycles if I have a large load. |
| Noise and duration | Compare the noise level in dB for the models you are considering and check how long the Eco programme takes. If a figure applies to a particular programme, make sure to take that into account. | Noise matters to me in a kitchen close to the living area. I also want to know how long the cycle I plan to use will take. |
| Water and energy | Check the litres per Eco cycle and the kWh per 100 cycles on the label. Compare these figures between appliances with a size and capacity that suit your needs. | I want to compare consumption on a like-for-like basis, rather than choosing based on the energy rating alone. The French Environment and Energy Management Agency (ADEME) shows energy use in kWh per 100 reference cycles; the European Commission says the label also gives water consumption. |
| Repairability | Check the index for the exact model once you have confirmed that its size and features suit your needs. Also look at the information available on spare parts and documentation. | I want to compare similar appliances without assuming that an index predicts the outcome of a future breakdown. According to the French Ministry of the Economy, the repairability index must be displayed for dishwashers sold in France. |
A breakdown alone does not tell you whether replacement is the better option. If the fault is covered by the statutory guarantee of conformity, contact the retailer first. The repair bonus, meanwhile, applies to out-of-warranty appliances that meet its conditions.
Keep your proof of purchase and the appliance’s model reference. Check the warranty, then, if you are considering an out-of-warranty repair, ask for a quote that specifies the fault, parts and work involved.
The rating on its own will not tell you whether the capacity suits your household or how the appliance performs on the other Eco programme measures.
Once you have found a suitable size and type, compare kWh per 100 cycles, litres per cycle, capacity, Eco programme duration and noise levels across the models you are considering.
Saving space can mean compromising on capacity, which may not be enough for the washing-up you produce each day and could mean running more cycles.
Measure your worktop and compare the place settings capacity with your usual amount of washing-up before choosing a compact model.
The index helps you compare certain aspects of repairability. It does not diagnose a fault or guarantee that a particular repair will be possible.
Use it to compare models that suit your kitchen, then check the manufacturer’s information on spare parts and documentation for the exact model.
These examples show different sizes, types and features to check on a model-by-model basis; they do not represent every range from these brands.
The Bosch France product pages for the freestanding SMS4HMW08E and fully integrated SMV6ZB805E offer two different configurations to consider.
The G 7210 SC is a freestanding model worth considering by checking its product page.
The Rapidò CP 6E51LS is a practical example of a compact worktop dishwasher.
These Joybuy options include integrated dishwashers, a freestanding model and worktop models. First choose a size and type that suits your space and everyday load; a product page is no substitute for checking the dimensions and installation requirements.
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Worth considering if your kitchen is designed for a fully integrated dishwasher and 14 place settings suit your usual load. The title lists an energy rating of C; check the housing dimensions, door system and repairability index for this model before choosing.
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Worth comparing if you have space for a 60 cm freestanding model and need a capacity of 14 place settings. The title lists 41 dB and an energy rating of C; check the full dimensions and connection requirements, as well as the Eco programme figures on the model’s label.
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The worktop design and capacity of 6 place settings are worth considering for a small everyday load. The title lists 7 programmes, 47 dB and an energy rating of D; measure your available space and check the full dimensions before choosing this model.
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With a stated capacity of 3 place settings, this model is suited to a very small load. Compare it with your everyday washing-up to avoid having to run too many cycles. The title lists 7 programmes, 56,3 dB and an energy rating of C. Check the dimensions, water supply requirements and Eco label information.
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Worth considering for a fitted kitchen that can accommodate a 60 cm built-in model, if 13 place settings suit your needs. The title lists an energy rating of B; check the housing, door panel and installation requirements. Compare noise and consumption figures on the label, taking into account which programme each figure applies to.
Contact the retailer to ask about the statutory guarantee of conformity if the fault may be covered. The French Ministry of the Economy says this guarantee lets you ask for the goods to be repaired or replaced.
Yes, subject to certain conditions, if it is out of warranty and repaired by a QualiRépar professional. Check whether the fault is eligible before the work begins: the French Ministry of the Economy says the bonus applies to products that are not covered by a warranty.
Compare capacity, energy use per 100 cycles, water use per cycle and noise levels across models that fit your space. The European Commission lists these as label information; also check how long the Eco programme takes so you can plan your everyday use.
No. It needs to fit your available space and have enough capacity for your everyday washing-up. For example, the Rapidò CP 6E51LS featured by Candy France has 6 place settings and measures 550 × 501 × 443 mm; compare these details with your space and usual load.
No. Use it to compare the repairability of models that already suit your kitchen and your needs. The French Ministry of the Economy says the index is mandatory for dishwashers sold in France, but it does not replace checking the size, capacity and features that matter in everyday use.