Start by considering the capacity you need and your drainage options, then measure the space you actually have. A model with a water tank avoids the need for a fixed water supply, but you’ll need to fill it by hand and arrange drainage. A plumbed-in appliance avoids manual filling, provided you have a suitable installation. To choose between different sizes, also allow room for the hoses and the door when it’s open.
If you want to avoid a permanent plumbing connection, a model with a water tank is worth considering. You’ll still need to work out where to position and secure the drain hose, and make sure there’s enough space to place and fill the appliance.
The size of your plates, pans and cups matters just as much as the advertised place-setting capacity. A 6-place-setting tabletop appliance may offer more room for loading, provided it fits in your kitchen and its connections are suitable.
A model connected to a water supply suits this preference if the location also allows for suitable drainage and an appropriate electrical supply. Check the connections and hose routes before comparing programmes.
First, work out how the appliance will take in and drain water. Then compare its capacity with the dishes you use and check its dimensions against the space available.
| Criterion | What to check | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Water supply and drainage | Check the instructions for an approved drainage method. For a plumbed-in model, also check the water supply and connections, as well as the electrical supply required by the appliance. | Without an easily accessible water supply, I need to be able to fill the appliance and drain the wastewater without relying on an uncertain setup. Around 40% of consumers put this practical consideration at the top of their list. |
| Usable capacity | Compare the advertised place-setting capacity with the size of your plates, mugs and pans, as well as how often you plan to run a wash. | If my everyday dishes won’t fit in a small load, I’d rather check what the appliance can actually hold before choosing a size. Capacity is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Space and everyday use | Measure the depth, available height, door clearance and hose route. Also compare the manual-filling process and the stated noise level of the models you’re considering. | In a kitchenette, I want to keep my worktop usable without adding extra steps every time I run a cycle. For around 30% of consumers, the space an appliance takes up and the effort involved come before other considerations. |
Bob’s tank, described by Daan Tech, and the HAVA R01’s tank allow you to fill the appliance by hand, but the wastewater still needs to be drained away. Daan Tech specifically says that Bob’s drain hose must be secured.
Before buying, map out the hose route to the drain and read the instructions for the model you’re considering.
HAVA lists the R01 at 43 × 43 × 46 cm, while Candy gives the CP 6E51LS dimensions as 550 × 501 × 443 mm. These external dimensions don’t account for the extra space needed for the open door and hoses.
Measure the available width, depth and height, then check how far the door will open in the intended location.
Candy’s advertised capacity of 6 place settings for the CP 6E51LS doesn’t tell you whether you can load your largest plates and pans together.
Compare the loading examples and internal dimensions with the dishes you use most often.
Promotelec says that the socket for a dishwasher must be on a dedicated circuit. So a nearby socket alone doesn’t tell you whether the installation is suitable.
If you’re unsure, ask a qualified professional to check the installation before choosing an appliance for that space.
Daan Tech describes Bob as a mini dishwasher with two water-supply options: a mains connection or an integrated 4 L tank.
HAVA describes the R01 as a countertop appliance with a 5 L tank, advertised for 2 to 4 place settings.
Candy lists its CP 6E51LS tabletop model as measuring 550 × 501 × 443 mm and holding 6 place settings.
The SKS62E32EU is a reference point for a freestanding compact model with 6 place settings. Bosch Électroménager France says this model is no longer available.
These countertop models suit two different situations: filling a tank when a water supply is difficult to use, or connecting a tabletop appliance when your installation allows it. For each one, check the usable capacity, drainage requirements and space needed.
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Worth considering if you want to fill the appliance without a fixed water supply. The product title lists an integrated 5 L tank and 5 + 1 wash cycles. Make sure you have a suitable drainage option and allow enough room for the door and hoses.
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Its tabletop size and advertised capacity of 3 place settings may suit smaller loads. The product title also lists 7 programmes and says it can be used with or without a water-supply connection. Before choosing a spot for it, check its dimensions and the drainage requirements for your setup.
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Worth comparing if you’re looking for an advertised capacity of 6 place settings and have a usable water supply. The product title mentions 7 programmes and automatic door opening for drying. Before buying, measure the space and check the connections, drainage and electrical supply.
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Consider this model if manual filling suits the way you use your kitchenette. The product title lists 7 programmes and automatic door opening; check its dimensions against your worktop. Also make sure it can hold the dishes you use and that you have a suitable drainage option before choosing this model.
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Worth considering for smaller loads if you’re looking for a countertop appliance: the product title lists a capacity of 3 place settings. Before buying, check its dimensions, how it takes in water and which drainage option will work in your kitchenette.
Yes, if the model is designed for manual filling. Daan Tech describes this option for Bob, and HAVA does the same for the R01. In both cases, you’ll also need to arrange wastewater drainage in line with the appliance instructions.
A model advertised for 2 to 4 place settings may suit frequent small loads, while a 6-place-setting model may leave more room for the everyday dishes of a small household. In either case, check that your plates, pans and mugs will actually fit inside.
Don’t just check whether there’s a socket near the sink. Promotelec says that the socket for a dishwasher must be on a dedicated circuit. If you’re unsure whether the existing installation is suitable for the appliance, ask a qualified professional to inspect it.
You can make a claim under the statutory guarantee of conformity to the professional seller if the product is faulty or does not conform to its description. According to economie.gouv.fr, you have two years to make a claim for a new or second-hand product. Any commercial warranty does not replace this statutory protection.