For shared meals, choose a capacity based on how much washing-up builds up between cycles, then check that the appliance will fit in your kitchen. Electrolux and Beko product pages give examples of 6 place settings for compact models, 10 or 11 for 45 cm models, and 15 for a 60 cm model. These capacities don’t replace checking the baskets, energy label and, for an integrated model, installation diagram.
If you have several meals before the next wash, estimate how much space your plates, serving dishes and saucepans will take up. The stated number of place settings alone won’t tell you how these items will fit in the baskets.
A 45 cm model is worth considering if a wider appliance won’t fit but a compact one would be too small. Beko lists 10 place settings for the BDFS26041XQ and 11 for the KDIS28122; their installation requirements differ.
If the appliance will run near living areas, compare its stated noise level. For everyday use, ADEME also recommends checking the kWh per 100 cycles and litres per reference cycle on the energy label, rather than relying on the energy rating alone.
Start with your usual load and the space available, then compare the conditions of use for models that can actually be installed in your kitchen.
| What to consider | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Compare the stated place settings and basket layout. For example, Electrolux lists 6 place settings for the ESL2500RO, while Beko lists 10 or 11 for the 45 cm models mentioned here and 15 for the 60 cm BDFN26530X. | After several meals, I want to be able to load serving dishes and frying pans too, without having to run another cycle every time. |
| Energy and water | Check the kWh per 100 cycles and litres per cycle on the label, as well as the duration of the Eco programme. ADEME explains that these consumption figures are based on reference cycles. | I want to compare consumption on a like-for-like basis and know whether the Eco programme will finish in time for when we next need the dishes. |
| Noise | Compare the stated noise level in dB and the noise class on the label. Check the conditions for any model-specific quiet programme. | In an open-plan kitchen or one close to bedrooms, I’d rather know the stated noise level before planning to run cycles in the evening. |
| Installation | Measure the width, height and depth. For an integrated model, compare the cabinet space and door front with the model’s installation diagram. For a freestanding model, also check the intended position and connections in the manual. | I want to choose between a freestanding and integrated model to suit my kitchen, without assuming that the stated width alone guarantees a good fit. |
| Repairability | Check the repairability index out of 10 for the model in question. The French Ministry for Ecological Transition states that dishwashers are among the categories required to display this rating in France. | If the appliance will be used regularly, I want to be able to assess how repairable it is before buying. |
A compact model with 6 place settings, a 45 cm model with 10 or 11, and a 60 cm model with 15, as listed by the Electrolux and Beko product pages mentioned here, won’t all hold the same amount of washing-up. Large serving dishes can also reduce the usable space.
Take stock of what builds up between washes, then look at the basket layout of the model you’re considering.
A smaller appliance doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much energy your usage will require: both consumption per cycle and the number of cycles you need matter.
Compare the kWh per 100 Eco cycles, litres per cycle, capacity and programme duration on each label, using the indicators presented by ADEME.
The listed width doesn’t tell you all the dimensions or the door configuration. Bosch recommends measuring the width, height and depth, and checking the installation diagram.
Before ordering, check these measurements, along with the door front and installation instructions for the exact model.
Worth considering if you’re comparing 45 cm and 60 cm widths or have specific installation requirements.
Its 45 cm and 60 cm models let you compare a range of capacities and installation types.
The ESL2500RO is an example of a compact integrated model for kitchens with limited space and smaller loads.
A brand to consider if you’re comparing integrated appliances and value long-term maintenance.
These Joybuy options are dishwashers with a high stated capacity, available as freestanding or integrated models. First, choose based on your usual load and kitchen layout. Then check each product page against your measurements and the energy label.
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Its stated capacity of 14 place settings could suit you if dishes from several meals are waiting for the next cycle. The product name lists seven programmes. Before choosing, compare the Eco programme duration and the appliance dimensions with your requirements.
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This freestanding model has 14 place settings and is suited to a kitchen with enough width for a larger load. The product name lists an E energy rating. Check the energy label to compare Eco cycle consumption and duration.
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This 13-place-setting model is worth considering if you want to integrate your dishwasher into a fitted kitchen. The product name lists a B energy rating. Check the installation diagram, door front and Eco cycle figures before buying.
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Its stated capacity of 14 place settings is suited to a larger load, provided the interior layout accommodates your serving dishes. The product name lists an E energy rating. Check the cabinet space, door front and Eco figures on the energy label.
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The stated capacity of 14 place settings could handle a larger load after meals. The 60 cm width in the title doesn’t match the dimensions in the description. Before ordering, confirm the width, height and depth using the product details and installation diagram.
It may be, if everything that builds up between cycles fits in the baskets. Beko lists 10 place settings for the BDFS26041XQ and 11 for the KDIS28122. Also check there’s room for your serving dishes, frying pans and glasses.
Compare the Eco figures on their energy labels: kWh per 100 cycles, litres per cycle and programme duration. Don’t forget to consider capacity too. ADEME explains that the energy and water figures are based on reference cycles.
Measure the width, height and depth of the cabinet space, then compare them with the model’s installation diagram. Check the door and front panel configuration too: the stated width alone doesn’t confirm that the appliance will fit.
Yes. The French Ministry for Ecological Transition states that dishwashers are among the categories covered by this rating out of 10, which indicates how easy or difficult a product is to repair. Check the score for the model you’re considering.