Tenants in furnished properties
Start by checking the inventory and looking for any appliances already provided. According to ANIL, a dishwasher may be included in a furnished rental, although it isn’t one of the minimum required items.
Who is each option for?
Small kitchens with a clear worktop
A countertop compact model is worth considering if there’s enough room for its base, height and door to open. As a guide, Candy gives dimensions of 550 × 501 × 443 mm for its 6-place-setting Rapidò CP 6E51LW tabletop model. Be sure to measure the model you’re planning to buy.
Kitchens with space on the floor
Compare 45 and 60 cm appliances based on the available width, depth and clearance. Before choosing either, check that the appliance manual’s requirements match your existing water supply, drainage and electrical connections.
What should you check before choosing?
Start with the property and the amount of washing-up you usually do. An appliance’s stated width alone won’t tell you whether it can be installed or used in your kitchen.
| Priority | What to check | What I need |
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| Existing appliances | Check the inventory for the furnished property and make sure any dishwasher already provided is in good working order. See what would need to be moved or changed to install your own. | I’d rather use the appliance that’s already there than add one that takes up space. If any changes to the property are needed, I want to discuss them with the landlord before choosing a model. |
| Available space | Measure the width, height and depth, the door clearance and the delivery route. Bosch’s product pages give dimensions of 450 × 551 × 500 mm for the compact SKS6ITB00E, which is no longer available, and 845 × 600 × 600 mm for the freestanding SMS4ELI06F. | A compact model might fit on my worktop; a 45 or 60 cm model needs a space on the floor where the door can open. |
| Connections | Check the manual for the exact model’s water supply, drainage and electrical requirements. Electrolux says its installation service connects appliances to compliant existing installations, but does not carry out plumbing or electrical work. | Even with a small appliance or a water tank, I need to know where the wastewater will go and whether the existing installation is suitable. |
| Capacity | Compare the place-setting capacity with the amount of washing-up you usually have. Candy lists 6 place settings for the compact Rapidò CP 6E51LW, Electrolux lists 10 for the 45 cm ESA63200SX and 13 for the 60 cm ESS47420SX. These figures apply to those specific models. | If I don’t have much washing-up at a time, a compact model may be enough. For larger loads, I’ll compare the floor-standing sizes against the space I actually have. |
| Noise and energy use | Compare the exact model’s energy label figures for kWh per 100 reference cycles, litres per cycle, capacity and noise level. ADEME describes these as useful points of comparison, particularly for the Eco programme. | In an open-plan kitchen, noise matters just as much as the space an appliance takes up. I won’t assume how much water or electricity it uses just from its width. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Buying without checking the inventory for a furnished property
A dishwasher may already be provided, even though ANIL does not list one among the minimum requirements for a furnished rental. Adding another could clutter an already small kitchen.
Check your tenancy agreement and inventory, and make sure the existing appliance is in good working order before planning to replace it or add a second one.
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Relying only on the “45 cm” or “60 cm” width
The depth, height, door clearance and route into the kitchen could all prevent installation, even if the width is right.
Measure the space and delivery route, then compare them with the overall dimensions and installation instructions for the exact model.
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Assuming a compact model means you don’t need to check the drainage
If a model has a water tank, it deals with the water supply. It doesn’t, by itself, solve the question of wastewater or the electrical supply.
Check the connections and drainage route required by the manual before making room for it on your worktop.
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Assuming the size tells you how noisy or energy-efficient it is
Two appliances of the same width can have different figures. Noise levels are particularly worth checking if your kitchen opens onto your living space.
For every model you’re considering, compare the dB(A), kWh per 100 cycles and litres per cycle shown on its energy label.
Brands and models to compare
The details below apply to the models named by their manufacturers; they don’t necessarily apply to a brand’s entire range.
Bosch
Bosch’s French product pages give the dimensions of a countertop compact model and a 60 cm freestanding model.
- The SMS4ELI06F measures 845 × 600 × 600 mm and its product page lists 9.0 l per Eco cycle.
- The compact SKS6ITB00E, listed at 450 × 551 × 500 mm, is marked as unavailable. Its figures don’t describe other compact models.
Electrolux
Two French product pages let you compare the stated capacity of a 45 cm freestanding model with a 60 cm freestanding model.
- The 45 cm ESA63200SX is listed as holding 10 place settings and producing 46 dB(A); the 60 cm ESS47420SX holds 13 place settings and produces 44 dB(A).
- Electrolux’s pre-installation guide requires a compliant existing installation. Its installation service does not carry out carpentry, plumbing or electrical work.
Beko
The BDFS26041XQ is an example of a slim freestanding model to compare with the space you have available.
- Beko lists 10 place settings and 41 dB(A) for this model.
- These figures don’t replace checking the full dimensions and installation requirements in the manual.
Candy
Candy’s French catalogue includes a tabletop model that gives you an idea of how much space a small appliance needs.
- The Rapidò CP 6E51LW is listed as holding 6 place settings and measuring 550 × 501 × 443 mm.
- Having enough room on your worktop doesn’t guarantee it’s suitable. Check the connections specified for your chosen model too.
Compact dishwashers available on Joybuy
These models are compact countertop appliances for smaller loads of washing-up. They’re not a substitute for comparing 45 or 60 cm models if your kitchen has a suitable space on the floor.
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AIRMSEN tabletop dishwasher, 5 L tank
Worth considering for smaller loads if you have room for it on your worktop. The product name lists a built-in 5 L tank and 5+1 cycles. Check the manual for drainage, the space required and the electrical supply requirements.
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Heinrich's HTG 8840 Schwarz, 6 place settings
This tabletop model is listed as holding 6 place settings, with 7 programmes, a noise level of 47 dB and a D energy rating. If you’re thinking of placing it near a living area, compare its energy label and check its dimensions and connections in the manual.
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Heinrich's HTG 8855, 3 place settings
Its stated capacity of 3 place settings makes it suitable for smaller loads. The product name lists 7 programmes, 56.3 dB and a C energy rating. Before choosing it, check the space available, drainage and water supply requirements in the manual.
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GORGENOX DW4-D30A, 3 place settings
This tabletop dishwasher is listed as holding 3 place settings, making it suitable for smaller loads. Before deciding where to put it, check its dimensions, water supply method and drainage route in the manual.
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GORGENOX DW5-D40A, 3 place settings
This countertop model is listed as holding 3 place settings, so compare it with the amount of washing-up you usually have. Check its dimensions, the clearance needed and the connections specified in the manual before choosing where to put it.
Frequently asked questions
Does a furnished rental in France have to include a dishwasher?
No. According to ANIL, a dishwasher is optional among the appliances provided in a furnished rental in France. One may still be included, so check the inventory and make sure it’s in good working order before buying your own.
When should you discuss installation with your landlord?
If you’re planning to change any of the property’s fittings or layout, explain your plans to the landlord before doing any work. Having a space available doesn’t mean the connections are suitable, so first check the appliance manual for its requirements.
What should you measure before ordering a dishwasher?
Measure the width, height and depth of the space, as well as the door clearance and delivery route. Then compare these measurements with the dimensions and installation instructions for the exact model, and check the water supply, drainage and electrical requirements in its manual.
How can you compare noise and energy use?
Compare the energy label figures for the models you’re considering, rather than looking at their size alone. ADEME says the label shows, among other things, energy use in kWh per 100 reference cycles and water use in litres per cycle. Also consider capacity and noise level, particularly in an open-plan kitchen.
Does a compact model always use less water than a 60 cm dishwasher?
No. Width alone doesn’t tell you that. Bosch lists 8.0 l per Eco cycle for the compact SKS6ITB00E, which is no longer available, and 9.0 l for the 60 cm freestanding SMS4ELI06F. These figures apply to two specific models, not to compact and 60 cm models as a whole. Compare the energy label for the model you’re considering and its capacity against the amount of washing-up you usually have.