A good dishwasher can make the day-to-day a little easier and more enjoyable. But in all honesty, buying a new one can feel overwhelming. Type, size, finish – it’s hard to know what’s really important. We therefore created the following list of 7 questions to ask yourself before you buy so you can find the appliance that is perfect for your situation.
Top advantages of a Bosch dishwasher:
In terms of features and functions, an integrated dishwasher and a freestanding dishwasher are near identical. The main differences are from a visual standpoint.
An integrated dishwasher is built in to your kitchen and is covered with a panel that look just like your kitchen cabinets.
The advantage: A built-in dishwasher is essentially hidden, for a seamless, attractive look.
A freestanding dishwasher is an appliance that can be flexibly placed wherever you've space. Built-under models can also be installed in a niche under the kitchen worktop.
The plus: If you move homes, it's easier to take with you than an integrated dishwasher.
Standard (60cm Width), slimline (45cm width) or compact: the dishwasher size you’ll need will depend on both the available space you have and the amount of people you live with.
Standard dishwasher
Plenty of space for plates, pots, cups and more. This is the right choice if you have a standard-size niche (60 cm wide, 81 cm high) in your kitchen. This option suits families with plenty of washing up to do, or likewise any smaller households who like to entertain.
Slimline dishwasher
Narrower than standard models, a 45-cm-wide dishwasher typically comes with all the bells and whistles of full-size versions just in a smaller form. As expected, this option may be best for 1-2 person households or those that are looking to maximise their kitchen space.
Compact dishwasher
Also refered to as a countertop model, a compact dishwasher is flexible, portable and ideal for small households with very limited space (45 cm high, 55 cm wide). Alternatively, you can opt for a compact dishwasher that's built in to your kitchen cabinet (45 cm high, 60 cm wide).
Always carefully measure from the floor to the bottom edge of your worktop before buying!
Maybe your heart is set on a stainless steel dishwasher to match your stainless steel fridge. Or perhaps you want a white dishwasher to fit your white kitchen?
Freestanding dishwashers come in a range to suit your personal preferences and the look of your kitchen.
When selecting a new dishwasher, it is important to consider how you would like it installed. Installing it yourself is certainly doable, however, for total peace of mind you can always leave it to a professional. This will ensure you are set up to the exact specifications that Bosch recommends, giving you the best possible start with your new appliance.
Pro tip: Curious how much it costs to hire an installer? Avoid unpleasant surprises: ask for a quote first. Reach out to the Bosch customer service team anytime with installation questions.
Energy labels will quickly tell you how many decibels an appliance will produce, however, the right noise level for you comes down to personal preferences and the floor plan of your home.
Pro tip: If you eat meals within your kitchen or have an open floor plan, carefully consider a dishwasher's noise level and efficiency class. A very quiet dishwasher clocks in at around 40 decibels – like soft music playing in the background. If you are planning on storing it in a utility room, noise is perhaps lower on your priority list.
Let's peak inside the dishwasher. Things might have changed a little since you last bought one – at least when it comes to racks and space for cutlery.
Today you have the choice of:
Pro tip: Our latest three-rack dishwashers come with a deeper, cleverly designed top rack – perfect for coffee machine parts, small cups, water bottle lids and other hard-to-place items. Slide the knife tray to the side for more space in the middle rack below. They also have a cutlery basket.
If you're looking for a big upgrade on your old dishwasher, take a closer look at some of the latest innovations on the market.
Goodbye, wet dishes. Hello, PerfectDry
Bosch dishwashers with PerfectDry use Zeolith technology to deliver excellent drying results with considerably less energy consumption*. This means even plastic dishes and cups can go straight from rack to the cupboard without ever needing extra drying. Have some really unclean plates? No problem, just place them in the Extra Clean Zone for a super deep clean.
Plan for the future.
All standard-size Bosch dishwashers are now Wi-Fi-enabled with Home Connect allowing you to easily control and manage all your smart home appliance from anywhere. So not only do you get a cutting-edge machine today, you also gain access to a wealth of life-improving features in the long run.
*Bosch PerfectDry dishwashers with Zeolith technology compared to conventional Bosch dishwashers without Zeolith technology.
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