If you only have worktop space, consider a compact model, but check that its capacity suits your dishes and everyday crockery. If you have floor space, a 45 cm model may offer a higher stated capacity without taking up your worktop. In an open-plan kitchen, compare the stated noise level and, if possible, look for tests that also assess how intrusive the noise feels. Finally, check the dimensions and connections for the exact model.
You want to automate the washing-up without blocking a narrow walkway. A countertop appliance may be worth considering if your worktop, loading needs and connections are suitable. UFC-Que Choisir describes six-place-setting compact models as space-saving appliances that sit on a worktop.
You use your living space while the dishwasher is running and want to take noise into account without compromising on the capacity you need. UFC-Que Choisir lists noise as one of the factors to consider, particularly in an open-plan kitchen.
You need to load plates, serving dishes and saucepans every day. Compare the basket layout and the number of cycles you will need before opting for the most compact size.
Start by checking the space available, then look at the capacity you can actually load, the noise in an open-plan kitchen and the installation requirements. UFC-Que Choisir distinguishes between measured noise levels and perceived noise, which can also be affected by vibrations, tones and beeps.
| Factor | What to check | Who should consider it? |
|---|---|---|
| Size and positioning | Measure the width, height and depth; check the installation type and the space needed to open the door. | If I’m short on floor space, I need to know whether the appliance will fit on the worktop and leave it usable; around 31% of consumers prioritise where the appliance will go. |
| Noise during cycles | Compare the stated noise emissions for the exact models and, where available, look for tests that also assess vibrations, tones and beeps. | When the kitchen opens onto the living room, I want to minimise disruption during conversations and activities; around 25% of consumers put peace and quiet in their living space first. |
| Usable capacity | Compare the basket layout with the crockery you usually wash; a place-setting figure does not guarantee that larger items will fit. | To load plates, serving dishes and saucepans without running extra cycles, I need to check the interior space; around 25% of consumers prioritise capacity that works for everyday use. |
| Connections and installation | Check the model’s instructions for the water inlet, drainage, power supply, stability and any fitting or ventilation requirements. | If I want to avoid unexpected work, I need to check the instructions against my home’s connections and the available space; around 19% of consumers prioritise whether installation is practical. |
A slimline dishwasher may be designed to stand freely on the floor. Whirlpool France’s product page lists the WSFO3T223P as 45 cm wide, 59 cm deep and 85 cm high.
Check all three dimensions and the installation type, not just the stated width.
The stated capacity does not guarantee that your serving dishes and saucepans will fit in the baskets, or that you can load them alongside the rest of your crockery.
Compare the interior layout with a typical day’s washing-up before choosing a compact or 45 cm model.
UFC-Que Choisir describes tests that also assess vibrations, high-pitched noises and beeps. A stated specification alone cannot tell you how noisy the appliance will seem in your home.
Compare the data for the exact models and, if possible, look for a test that assesses perceived noise. Also consider when you plan to use the dishwasher.
A fully integrated model needs a suitable housing space and a compatible door panel. Electrolux’s product page states that the EEA22100L is supplied without a furniture door.
Check what’s included, the fitting diagram and the connections before choosing a model.
A compatible door panel and any adjustments to the connections may add extra steps to the installation.
Worth considering for a countertop compact model, particularly the CP 6E51LS.
Worth looking at for 45 cm freestanding models and some semi-integrated configurations.
Offers 45 cm freestanding models as well as built-in and semi-integrated options.
Worth considering if you have a 45 cm housing space and a suitable door panel, particularly for the fully integrated EEM43200L.
These compact models are worth considering for a small kitchen with worktop space available. Compare their stated capacity with the dishes you actually use and check the connections required for each model.
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Worth considering if you have worktop space and the stated capacity of 4 place settings suits your needs.
Built-in 5 L tank; tap connection possible; 9 stated programmes; listed dimensions: 37 × 50 cm; stated energy class D.
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Worth considering for a small kitchen if a stated capacity of 4 place settings suits your usual load.
5+1 stated wash cycles; built-in 5 L tank; two stated water-supply options; stated tempered glass door.
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Worth considering for a small amount of washing-up, with a stated capacity of 3 place settings.
7 stated programmes; 5 L tank or water connection; stated noise level of 56.3 dB, which alone cannot tell you how disruptive it will be in an open-plan kitchen.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a countertop model with a stated capacity of 6 place settings, but check it against the size of your serving dishes and saucepans.
7 stated programmes; stated noise level of 47 dB; stated water consumption of 6.5 L per cycle. The tap adaptor is not included if you connect it directly to a tap.
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Worth considering for a small amount of washing-up, with a stated capacity of 3 place settings.
Listed dimensions: 49 × 34 × 49 cm; stated water consumption of 2.9 L per cycle; designed to connect to the cold water supply and drain into a sink or drainage point.
Yes, if your usual load, including larger items, fits in the baskets and you’re happy with how often you need to run a cycle. The six place settings listed by Candy France don’t guarantee that your saucepans and serving dishes will fit, so check how they sit in the baskets.
Compare the stated noise emissions for the exact models and, if possible, look for a test that also assesses vibrations, tones and beeps. UFC-Que Choisir considers these factors when assessing perceived noise. A stated figure does not guarantee the same experience in every home.
Measure the appliance and the available space, then follow the instructions for the exact model covering the water inlet, drainage, power supply, stability and any fitting or ventilation requirements. For an integrated model, also check the housing space, fitting diagram and door-panel compatibility. Requirements vary by model.
The European Commission states that the energy label scale for household dishwashers has run from A to G since 1 March 2021. Also compare the consumption and noise information for the models you’re considering, bearing in mind that a declared noise emission alone cannot predict how disruptive an appliance will be in your kitchen.
The statutory legal guarantee of conformity covers new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a business to a private individual. According to the French Ministry of the Economy, you can claim under it for two years. Any additional commercial warranty offered is separate from this right.