If you use your dishwasher frequently, start by choosing a size and capacity that suit the amount of washing-up you actually generate and the space available. A compact model may mean running more cycles if you have a large load. Then compare each model’s water and electricity use on the Eco programme, its duration and its stated noise level. Width alone won’t tell you what these figures are.
If several meals quickly fill your dishwasher, compare its stated capacity with the plates, serving dishes and pans you actually wash. The European EPREL database lets you compare rated capacity on the Eco programme, but the number of place settings alone doesn’t tell you how the racks are arranged.
If a standard appliance takes up too much room, consider a 45 cm slimline model or a table-top dishwasher, depending on how much washing-up you generate. Bosch, for example, offers 45 cm built-in models; check the dimensions and loading layout of the specific model you’re considering.
If you spend time in the kitchen while the dishwasher is running, its stated noise level matters as much as the space available. ADEME recommends checking the energy label. Compare each model’s noise level and its water and electricity use on the Eco programme rather than assuming these figures from its size.
Start by checking that the appliance can fit your washing-up and the space you have available. To compare models that fit, the energy label and the European Commission’s EPREL database list capacity, Eco programme consumption, duration and noise separately.
| Factor | What to check | What consumers care about |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity and loading | Rated capacity in place settings, and room in the racks for serving dishes and pans. | When washing-up from several meals builds up, I want to avoid running extra cycles because there isn’t enough room; around 36% of consumers would put loading capacity first. |
| Water and electricity | kWh per 100 cycles and litres per cycle, both stated for the Eco programme. | When I run the dishwasher regularly, I want to compare consumption on a like-for-like basis; around 29% of consumers would prioritise keeping water and electricity use in check. |
| Noise | Stated noise emissions in dB for the model you’re considering. | If the appliance runs while I’m in the kitchen, I want to keep noise to a minimum; around 21% of consumers would put this concern first. |
| Space and installation | Exact width, height and depth; whether it will fit in the cabinet space or on the worktop. | In a kitchen where every bit of space matters, I need to be able to install the appliance without compromising on the capacity I need; around 14% of consumers would put this constraint first. |
The rating doesn’t tell you the capacity, water use, Eco programme duration or noise level. So two appliances may suit a household’s mealtime routine differently.
Compare the separate figures on the energy label and EPREL product information for models that suit your load.
A 45 cm appliance frees up space in the kitchen, but you may need to run more cycles if serving dishes and pans quickly fill its racks.
Measure the space, then check the capacity and internal layout of the specific model before choosing between a slimline and standard size.
According to the European Commission, dishwasher efficiency requirements are based on the Eco programme. Consider its duration alongside its consumption figures: for example, an entry in EPREL lists an Eco programme duration of 4 h 35.
If you sometimes need a shorter cycle, check the programmes available in the manual. Don’t assume that a short cycle will use the same amount of energy as the figures shown for Eco.
A repairability rating helps you assess factors related to repairs. It doesn’t replace your rights under the legal guarantee of conformity or the terms of any commercial guarantee.
Check the rating shown for the model and read the seller’s documents about any commercial guarantee separately.
Bosch offers 45 cm, 60 cm and mini built-in dishwashers in France: a range worth exploring if the available width will influence your choice.
Miele offers freestanding and integrated dishwashers, with stated capacities from 9 to 14 place settings across its range.
Siemens offers freestanding and built-in dishwashers, including 60 cm integrated models with a stated capacity of 14 place settings.
These models include freestanding and integrated appliances designed for larger loads, as well as a table-top model for more modest volumes. Start by considering the space available and what you need to wash, then compare the Eco figures for each model.
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Worth considering if your household needs a freestanding appliance with a stated capacity of 14 place settings. The title gives it an energy rating of C.
Check the dimensions before ordering: the 60 cm width stated in the title doesn’t match the 67.5 cm shown in the dimensions table. Also check the Eco programme duration if it matters to your routine.
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Consider this fully integrated model if you want to fit a stated capacity of 14 place settings into your kitchen units. The title gives it an energy rating of C.
Check the dimensions of the cabinet space before buying: the 60 cm width stated in the title differs from the 68 cm shown in the dimensions table. To compare electricity use with other appliances, check the kWh per 100 Eco cycles figure.
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Its stated capacity of 14 place settings may suit a household that regularly fills a freestanding dishwasher. The title specifies a 60 cm size and an energy rating of E.
For frequent use, check the kWh per 100 cycles and the Eco programme duration. Also confirm which programme the stated water consumption figure refers to.
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Consider this freestanding model for a stated load of 14 place settings, particularly if noise is one of your priorities. The title specifies 41 dB, a 60 cm size and an energy rating of C.
Before choosing it for frequent use, also compare the kWh per 100 cycles and the Eco programme duration.
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This table-top model is designed for a more modest amount of washing-up and needs space on your worktop. The title states 6 place settings, 47 dB and an energy rating of D.
If you build up washing-up every day, check whether six place settings are enough to avoid running extra cycles. Measure the available space too, and compare the Eco programme consumption figures on the same basis as those for other models.
Yes. According to the European Commission, the Eco programme is the basis for regulated dishwasher consumption figures. Check its duration alongside the stated water and electricity use. If you also need a short cycle, check its conditions separately in the manual.
Focus on kWh per 100 Eco cycles and litres per Eco cycle, then check the specific model’s capacity, programme duration and noise level. ADEME highlights this information on the energy label. An energy rating alone won’t tell you whether the appliance can fit the dishes you usually wash.
Yes. According to the French ministry responsible for ecological transition, dishwashers are among the products covered by the repairability rating. Consider the rating for the model you’re looking at separately from its capacity, consumption figures and guarantees.
No. For a dishwasher sold by a business to an individual in France, the legal guarantee of conformity is compulsory, as the official economie.gouv.fr website explains. Any commercial guarantee has its own terms and doesn’t replace this legal protection; ask for them in writing before buying.