Start by checking the property’s status, inventory and available spaces. Then equip the everyday functions that are genuinely missing: food storage and cooking, laundry, and finally dishwashing, depending on your household. Freestanding appliances offer greater flexibility, while slimline or combination models can save space, provided you check their dimensions, capacities and the data for the relevant cycle.
Start by separating appliances that are missing from those already supplied by the landlord. Then check the existing spaces and connections before buying anything. The decree published on Légifrance sets out a minimum equipment list for furnished rentals.
45 cm models and washer-dryers can be a good fit when every centimetre counts. However, check the usable capacity, door clearance and cycle data for the model you choose.
Compare the energy label data, noise levels and any durability or repairability indicators shown. ADEME recommends looking beyond the energy class alone.
Follow a simple order: first check what is already there, then measure the available space and connections, and finally compare appliances in the same category using like-for-like data.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Avoid buying duplicates | Tenancy agreement, inventory and check-in report; appliances already supplied; working condition. In a furnished rental, specifically check the cooking and food-storage equipment required by law. | I first want to identify the functions that are genuinely missing for cooking, storing food, and looking after laundry or dishes. |
| Measure the installation space | Actual width, height and depth; door clearance; access; water inlet, drainage and socket where required. Do not assume that a compact model will fit the available recess. | My appliance must fit into the kitchen or utility room and remain practical to use every day. |
| Compare everyday use | For comparable appliances, check kWh per 100 cycles, litres per cycle, capacity, reference programme duration and noise level. ADEME presents these figures as comparison points on the energy label. | I want to limit water, energy use and noise without choosing a capacity that does not suit my household. |
| Plan for long-term use | Durability index where shown; availability of spare parts; actual condition and accessories of a refurbished appliance; keep the receipt and product description. Since 8 April 2025, the durability index has been gradually replacing the repairability index for washing machines, according to the French ministries responsible for the environment. | I want to reduce the risk of replacing an appliance too soon and understand exactly what is being sold, especially when buying a refurbished model. |
You could end up buying duplicate appliances that the landlord is already required to provide, particularly for storing and cooking food.
Compare the tenancy agreement, inventory and check-in report with the legal list of equipment for a furnished property, then note the working condition of any appliances already there.
The drying capacity may be lower than the washing capacity, and the water and energy figures for the combined cycle may differ from those for washing alone.
Compare the washing and drying capacities separately, along with kWh per 100 cycles, litres per cycle, duration and the class of the specific wash-and-dry cycle.
Two appliances in the same class can have different capacities, water consumption, cycle durations and noise levels, all of which matter in everyday use.
For each appliance category, compare the label figures on a like-for-like basis: energy, water, capacity, reference programme duration and noise.
The description must relate to the appliance actually being sold, and proof of a fault is subject to different rules for new and second-hand goods.
Preferably choose a professional seller who states the cosmetic and technical condition, tests carried out, accessories included, delivery arrangements and receipt. The DGCCRF reminds buyers that the legal guarantee of conformity applies for two years to both new and second-hand goods.
Worth considering when comparing a slimline freestanding dishwasher with a standard model for a kitchen where space is limited.
Worth considering when a freestanding washer-dryer is needed to combine washing and drying in a single appliance.
Worth considering when comparing freestanding washer-dryers with clearly separated washing and drying capacities.
These Joybuy options include freestanding, compact and multifunction appliances for gradually equipping the laundry or dishwashing area in a minimally equipped home.
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An option for a shallow utility room, subject to checking the connections and door clearance.
Listed specifications include an 8 kg capacity, 1,400 rpm spin speed, 470 mm depth, A energy class, 33 kWh/100 cycles, 38 L/cycle and 72 dB.
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This model combines washing and drying when there is not enough room for two separate appliances.
Listed specifications include an 8 kg washing capacity and 5 kg drying capacity, BLDC motor and 1,400 rpm spin speed. Check the overall dimensions and the wash-and-dry cycle label.
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An option for a household that produces a large volume of dishes and has a suitable installation space.
Listed specifications include a 14-place-setting capacity, 75 kWh/100 cycles, 9.5 L/cycle Eco, 41 dB(A), 11 programmes and half-load function. Confirm the actual footprint before installation.
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An option for a small kitchen and a low daily volume of dishes, once the connection has been checked.
Listed specifications include a 6-place-setting capacity, 7 programmes, 49 kWh/100 uses, 6.5 L/cycle and 47 dB. Check the worktop space, drainage and 3/4-inch connection.
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This combined solution is suitable when the property can accommodate only one laundry appliance.
Listed specifications include a 10 kg washing capacity and 6 kg drying capacity, dimensions of 600 × 850 × 590 mm and D energy class. Check the depth including connections, ventilation and the combined-cycle data.
Not before checking the tenancy agreement, inventory and check-in report. In France, a furnished rental must include cooking hobs, an oven or microwave oven, as well as a refrigerator and freezer, or a compartment reaching at least -6 °C, according to the decree published on Légifrance.
At a minimum, compare the energy class, kWh per 100 cycles, litres per cycle, place-setting capacity, Eco cycle duration and noise level. ADEME presents these figures as complementary information for comparing similar appliances.
Not necessarily. Check the two separate capacities: the LG F284V92WSTA, for example, has a 12 kg washing capacity and an 8 kg drying capacity according to LG France, so a full load may require several drying cycles. Also check the label for the specific wash-and-dry cycle.
Yes. When bought from a professional seller, it is covered by the legal guarantee of conformity for two years. However, the DGCCRF specifies that for second-hand goods, the presumption that the fault existed at the time of purchase lasts for one year, compared with two years for new goods. Keep the receipt and product description.
Ask about the take-back arrangements before ordering. The DGCCRF states that an old appliance must be taken back when buying an equivalent new appliance. For a faulty appliance, the repair bonus may be deducted from the bill by an approved repairer, depending on the eligible appliances and faults.