How to choose a dishwasher: recommendations. How to choose a dishwasher for the house - which one is better.

Who of us likes to do the dishes? Especially after a rich feast on holidays or a name day? A rhetorical question, of course, to no one. But for some reason, of the entire range of purchases of household appliances in our country, the share of dishwashers is kept at 2-3%. Although extras and note some progress in this direction.

In fact, this is amazing data, because people prefer to spend money on an expensive video system than on an object no less important than the same washer. It has long been calculated that, on average, a hostess spends more than 300 hours a year washing dishes. This is quite a lot. In Western countries, it has long been realized that this technique is not a whim or luxury, so the sales level of dishwashers they correspond to the sales of refrigerators and washing machines.

This article is intended to dispel the myth of the “whims of the bourgeois” with respect to dishwashers and help answer the following question: how to choose a good dishwasher? And for this it is necessary to consider what properties modern “dishwashers” have.

  Key Features and Dimensions

We will start the review with the answer to the question why the dishwasher is not a whim? To do this, we turn to the advantages of this household appliances, namely:

• Saving water up to 5 times (up to 8000 liters per year);
• There is no need for hot water, which significantly facilitates life during planned and emergency outages;
• The washing process is fully automated, you download, select the program and unload clean dishes;
• It becomes possible to use strong detergents that are not available during manual washing, because cause skin irritation;
• The process of rinsing dishes in the car is carried out using very hot water, which ensures complete removal of detergent. Which in turn has a very positive effect on the health of your family;
• In many dishwashers  disinfection function is available at very high temperatures, it also helps to maintain good health, especially if there is a newborn in the house.

As you can see, the dishwasher is a very attractive purchase for the home. Now consider the main characteristics, it will help us to navigate in how to choose the right dishwasher.

One of the main criteria for choosing a dishwasher are: the installation location and the estimated amount of dishes per day. Installation location is determined by the size of the machine. There are the following types:

• desktop (the smallest);
• narrow;
• full size.

Now in more detail. Full-size dishwashers have the following dimensions: height 0.85 m, width and depth 60 cm. They are able to process about 12 - 15 standard sets of dishes per cycle. The standard set is calculated on the basis of European standards, these are 3 plates, 3 spoons, 1 knife, cup, saucer and fork.

The narrow type of machines is slightly less productive, but their capabilities are quite enough for a family of 3-5 people. They have the following dimensions: height is 85 cm, length is 60 cm, width is 45 cm. Due to their compactness, they fit into the interior more easily and are more convenient to install.

And the last type, it is the smallest both in size and performance. Dimensions: height 45 cm, length 55 cm, width 50 - 55 cm. Able to clean about 5 sets of dishes at a time.

Dishwashers are also divided into built-in and free-standing. In turn, the type of embedded machines is divided into fully embedded and partially embedded. In the latter version, the control panel after installation of the machine is always visible and accessible.

When choosing a dishwasher model, one should pay attention to its class, all of them are 7: class A - all to the maximum (max preservation of dishes, max efficiency), but the cost will be appropriate; class E - minimalism at an affordable price. At the same time, class A is valued for the economy of the whole process. The dependency here is this: less water saves detergent, all this requires fewer rehydration salts. All this together significantly reduces the cost of both each dishwashing cycle, and all the costs of operating the machine. For example, the best models use up to 15 liters per cycle, while class E machines use 25 liters.

In addition to the classification of dishwashers by efficiency, there is a division into classes according to energy efficiency (there are also 7, from A to G) and a classification scale for drying dishes (from A - max to G - min). In addition, the method of drying dishes has a different system for implementing the process:

• condensation;
• vent.

The drying class A is the most effective and is carried out by the method of forced ventilation with hot air. With this method, the dishes are taken out completely dry and pleasant (warm) to the touch.

Choosing a dishwasher, pay attention to the quality of sound insulation, the characteristics of the goods of any model indicate the level of noise emitted by the machine. It is necessary to strive for the quietest models, their noise level in the region of 47 - 57 dB.

  Useful features and dishwasher programs

Having identified your needs for the performance and class you need, you should pay attention to the implementation of some useful functions and programs. The very useful features include:

• The way to implement the basket design will depend on the ease of use. Very useful is the ability to change the angle of the basket, it increases the efficiency of washing dishes. An important feature is also the presence of removable holders and small trays, this allows you to safely dispose of the dishes, which means that it will be better preserved. In addition, if you have a basket adjustment function, you can wash “non-standard” items, such as refrigerator shelves, etc.
• Implementation of a water supply nozzle system. The pattern is as follows: the higher their number and the smaller their diameter, the better the washing of dishes will be.
• The presence of water purification filters, the ideal solution would be the presence of a three-stage system. This significantly extends the life of the machine, as maintenance, and the term "life" of the apparatus.
• A very useful feature is the ability to stop at any stage of washing dishes. This is especially useful during failures or faults.
• In the “elite” class machines, there are special software algorithms that, in fact, allow the user to program the machine independently and fairly easily, creating their own washing modes.
• Another useful feature is the ability to add a rinse, the level of which is controlled by a special indicator. This provides a guaranteed removal of residues of detergent, excellent appearance and the smell of dishes.

Important features of any dishwasher are the control display, timer, the presence of a sound alarm and an indication of the performance of cycles.

Modes of washing or program. In general, the standard of production of dishwashers provides four modes of washing, this is the so-called guaranteed minimum. And the total number of such programs is determined by the manufacturer itself, as a rule, their number does not exceed 18. It is necessary to take into account the fact that most users actually use no more than 4 convenient modes for them. Therefore, you should not chase the total number of modes of washing, most of them you do not need, and they will be included in the price.

The most common washing modes are:

- “daily washing” - perhaps the most demanded mode, is a kind of standard (water temperature when washing dishes is 550C);

- “quick wash” - used with minimal contamination of dishes, the most economical mode;

- “economical washing” - used for washing small dishes at a water temperature of 500 ° C, characterized by a shortened washing interval;

- "very dirty dishes" - a characteristic feature of this mode is the presence of additional cycles of washing dishes;

- “soaking” - from the name it is obvious that the use of this program is due to particularly dirty or “dried” dishes;

- “delicate sink” - designed for fragile and expensive dishes;

- “express” - is a type of “quick wash”;

In addition, when choosing a dishwasher, pay attention to the presence of additional "abilities", such as the Aqua Sensor, WaterSensor and SensorSystem. They increase the efficiency of dishwashing and prolong the service life.

Such an ability as “Duo Wash” is very useful, it allows for one cycle to wash fragile dishes (in the upper chamber) together with heavily soiled dishes (located in the lower chamber). The implementation of this process is that when washing the temperature and pressure of water is significantly lower than in the lower chamber, where the contaminated utensils are located.

Such a function as “Easy-lock” allows you to automatically close a door that is not tightly closed.

The OptoSensor function is responsible for recognizing scale on the elements of the machine, and if necessary, includes the addition of a special softening salt.

There are models that are equipped with self-cleaning systems, crushing waste and filtration. All these "abilities" increase the user's comfort, because allow you to load the dishes without additional cleaning.

  Overview of leading brands

What brand of dishwasher to choose? The first criterion for choosing was and remains its price. And, as in all products, the price of dishwashers depends primarily on the brand, and only then on the functionality. The most affordable brands include: Indesit, Ardo, Zanussi. More expensive, but also a quality product is represented by firms Electrolux, Bosch and Siemens. Prices for these cars from 600 USD

The elite class includes products of such brands as AEG and Miele, and companies should be given their due - their product has an "elite" economy, environmental friendliness and efficiency of washing dishes.

  Siemens

If you are interested in the question: compact dishwashers how to choose - take a closer look at the Siemens SR65M081 model. Its width is only 45 cm, while the performance of 10 sets of dishes. This car is the owner of class A in all its characteristics, that is, all to the maximum. The noise level of this model is only 45 dB. Water consumption is minimal, only 9 liters.

The presence of exclusive features, such as projecting the process indication onto the floor, the VarioSpeed ​​Plus mode (speeds up the washing process three times), the HygienePlus mode (for processing children's dishes, preservation cans, etc.) makes it worthy of purchase, despite that it is not cheap, its cost is in the range of 1000 USD

There are more options available, for example Siemens SR 64M030. Its price fluctuates around $ 500. Nevertheless, this is quite a worthy option: all the basic characteristics of class A, fully embedded, 9 sets of performance, 48 dB noise level, 4 programs, and the TimeLight feature - display beam on the floor.

  Electrolux

If you are interested in which one is better to choose the Electrolux dishwasher, then you should take a closer look at Electrolux ESL 6380 RO (it is more expensive, about $ 700) and Electrolux ESF 43020 (price - perfect quality, cost about $ 400).

Electrolux ESL 6380 RO has the following characteristics and features: the noise level is only 46 dB; performance 12 sets; classes of washing, drying and energy consumption -A; has 6 washing programs. Of the features it should be mentioned that there is leak protection, there is a delay in start-up, there is a water quality indicator, an indicator of the presence of salt and rinse aid. Basket for dishes adjustable. The machine refers to the full-size type.

Electrolux ESF 43020 is a narrow type machine. The noise level of this model is higher - 49 dB, there is a timer, leakage protection, 5 programs and indication of the presence of salt, rinse aid. The exclusive features of this dishwasher include the ability to connect hot water.

  Bosch

Interested in how to choose a dishwasher bosch machine? Pay attention to the models Bosch SPV 40E00 (530 cu) and Bosch SPV 43M10 (625 - 650 cu).

Model Bosch SPV 43M10 has a low noise level - 48 dB; classes of energy consumption, drying and washing - A; full leak protection, four washing programs and a sound signal. This model is a narrow and fully embedded type. In the presence of all the necessary sensors and indicators, such as water purity sensor.

Bosch SPV 40E00 is almost identical in characteristics of the above model. The disadvantages of this model include a high noise level of 52 dB and the absence of an indicator of the remaining time, but the difference is more than $ 100. balances the cons.

  AEG

When choosing models of this brand should look at the AEG F 65410 M (600 - 620 cu) and AEG F 55000 VI (720 cu).

AEG F 55000 VI is a full-size type, fully embedded. Quite quiet, the noise level is only 49 dB. Energy class, washing and drying - A. Performance 11 sets, with water consumption of 11 liters. In the presence of leakage protection, delayed start timer, water purity sensor, beam indicator on the floor, 5 programs, in general, everything is included. The disadvantages include the absence of the "half load" mode.

Model AEG F 65410 M refers to a narrow type of machine, not built. The noise level is low, in the range of 46 dB. The main characteristics of class A, has 5 washing programs. Equipped with full protection against leakage, all necessary sensors and indicators are available. It has a very high level of “intelligence”: it perfectly determines the degree of contamination of dishes and automatically selects the necessary wash cycle (Logic function). The advantage of the machine is the high temperature of the standard washing procedure - 700C.

  Miele

As mentioned above, the brand Miele - elite household appliances. The manufacturer creates an all-inclusive product. Consider the functionality of such models as Miele G 5985 SCVi-XXL (4000 cu) and Miele G 1225 SCi (1500 cu).

Miele G 1225 SCi is a full-size type of dishwasher, recessed. Performance 12 sets, noise level 44 dB, energy consumption, washing and drying classes - A. Six washing programs, equipped with protection against children, against leakage. It is possible to connect to hot water. The features of this machine include: automatic and fairly accurate detection of the load, a unique tray for washing cutlery, working with very hard water, monitoring and indication of faults, acoustic and visual alarms, etc. The quality of workmanship and assembly is not worth it, and to say everything on high.

Miele G 5985 SCVi-XXL - in fact, a masterpiece and standard of modern dishwashers. The noise level is maximum 41 dB, the minimum is only 38 dB. The system of self-diagnostics constantly tests all the components of the machine and in case of “problems” it signals both with the help of sound and indication on the display. What can you say about the car, in which the guarantee for a flow pump with heated water is 20 years? What can be said about it, if in the car there are two programs only for washing beer glasses? The manufacturer even provided the possibility of washing the vases ...

How to choose a dishwasher video

The circumstances are such that a dishwasher is associated by most people with luxury items.

The same opinion is taking shape among Russian manufacturers of household appliances, because, no matter how hard you try, it is simply unrealistic to find a dishwasher on the market from a domestic manufacturer. They simply do not exist.

According to estimates, if the family has a dishwasher, then it can save about 7-9 cubic meters of water each year, but many will say - this is a penny.

If we turn our attention to other calculations regarding the time spent, each housewife spends at least 200 hours on washing the dishes for the same year, which literally means a week in the life.

Many housewives, having learned that one forty-fourth of their life passes near the sink, are horrified.

In addition, the woman has to worry because of the negative effects of detergents on the nails and delicate skin. And, in addition, after washing dishes, you must also pay attention to the sink.

It is for all these reasons that modern housewives are trying to find a way out of this situation, and a dishwasher or dishwasher can help.

Often, not everyone is able to evaluate all the possibilities of this unit, to take into account when purchasing certain difficulties and to purchase exactly what will really be salvation.

Many housewives, when visiting stores or on websites, are wondering how to choose a dishwasher for the house, so that in the future it will not only complement the kitchen interior, but also really become an indispensable helper.

Which is better to choose a dishwasher, if you know that each of them is able to clean any kitchen utensils from the plates and to the glasses? The material of the dishes in this case can be the most diverse:

It is necessary to clarify that in any model of dishwashers one should not wash dishes that are not heat-resistant, rapidly oxidized and made from hygroscopic materials.

It so happened that women are used to doing almost everything with their hands, and few of them begin to ponder about the enormous amount of time and effort. This is especially true of those families, which number from 4 people and above.

How to choose a dishwasher, so that it could provide the whole family with clean dishes every day, and what advantages should it have? There are many nuances.

• A quality dishwasher, subject to increased contamination, is capable of washing off any amount of fat, dried food, and getting rid of many bacteria.
• By choosing this unit, you can be sure that the dishes will no longer have scratches that remain from the sponges and brushes.
• A huge amount of dirty dishes can be loaded into the dishwasher. In some models up to 18 sets.
• After washing the dishes do not need to be cleaned and dried, as each machine has automatic drying.
• And, most importantly, when a dishwasher appears in the house, the usual obstructions of dirty utensils will instantly disappear.

However, despite the huge number of visible advantages, dishwashers have some drawbacks.

All of them are powered from the network, and each of them initially installed the program, change the function during washing will not work.

For this reason, it would be good to remember that both the purchase and the operation of equipment are accompanied by following unpleasant features.

1. Electricity is spent on both washing dishes and heating water.
2. Before putting dirty dishes into the device, it should be pre-cleaned of all major dirt elements that can harm the machine and interfere with the quality washing process.
3. This technique requires special tools for dishwashers and it is strictly forbidden to use other cleaning elements.
4. One load of the dishwasher and the cycle of its work on time is comparable to hand washing, and if you need to wash a couple of plates, then it is more relevant to do it with your hands.

If the family is large and, accordingly, after dinner dishes are gathered a lot, then all these disadvantages are simply irrelevant, since the benefit in this case becomes much more substantial.

Technologies, as is known, do not stand still, and manufacturers are constantly trying to improve the dishwashers and, in particular, to modernize them.

To date, there are several options for execution.

• Built-in type dishwasher.
• Standard options.
• Small varieties of models. Compact enough to be installed in any kitchen and allow you to wash up to 5 sets of dishes at a time.

To choose a built-in dishwasher, you should appreciate its advantages, which consist in maximum convenience. It does not affect the free space and perfectly camouflaged under the general kitchen decor. However, when purchasing furniture in the kitchen, you should prepare a place for this dishwasher in advance.

Many reviews of embedded devices suggest that the control panel is often hidden, which creates great inconvenience. Therefore, it is recommended to purchase cars with the panel outwards.

In order to choose a dishwasher on the parameters in the classic version, you need to assess the availability of free space in the kitchen.

The great advantage of standard models is that they can be installed wherever a housewife wishes. By parameters, these machines can be completely different, and most importantly, the quality of the dishwasher does not suffer from this.

To understand what is the best dishwasher and how to choose it, you should study in detail all the potentially acceptable models and answer some questions:

The entire network of parameters of this technology is divided into two groups: constructional and technical.

Depending on what size of kitchen, its interior, as well as how quickly dirty dishes collect, you will have to decide which equipment is preferable in each particular case. As already mentioned, dishwashers are divided into:

• built in;
• classic;
• compact.

If the selected option is full-sized with a width of 60 cm, and it does not matter if it is a classic model or built in, it is perfect for a spacious room.

Narrow models, less than 60 cm, will be ideal in an ordinary small kitchen, and the car will not have to be built in. The only negative that the purchase of such a machine is relevant for a small family or its use will occur much more often than when choosing the classic option.

Dishwasher - an electric device designed for washing dishes in automatic mode. This technique has found wide application not only in public catering establishments, but also at home.

The device is connected to the water supply, electricity and sewage. In modern models, additional features of an intellectual nature are provided that can distinguish the presence of contaminants. Connection of the machine is possible both to hot water and to cold.

To select the optimum dishwasher, the following characteristics of the appliance must be taken into account:

In terms of dimensions, dishwashers are divided into:

• standard,
• desktop,
• narrow.

Dimensions of standard models are 60x60x85 cm. As a rule, they are designed for 10-14 sets (11 items in one set) dishes and have a wide list of programs. Perfectly suited for a family of 4-5 people, efficient operation is achieved by using once a day. These are the most expensive dishwashers, but this is offset by their efficiency. There is a half load mode.

Narrow-sized dishwashers with dimensions of 45x60x85 are designed for approximately 6-8 sets. They are advisable to install in small kitchens, the quality of washing is not inferior to full-sized models.

Compact machines or desktop, have the exact dimensions of 45x55x45 and can hold up to four sets of dishes. They can be embedded in wall cupboard  or set on the table. So models are less economical and functional, inferior in washing quality, but much cheaper and can be installed even in the smallest kitchen.

In the dishwasher you can wash plastic, glass, porcelain, pots, pans, pans, removable parts of various appliances and much more.In the gentle mode, wash aluminum and silver items, earthenware dishes. It is not recommended to load wood, tin, brass, copper and synthetic products. Do not wash the old decorative dishes. When loading items from various materials, the program is selected by the most sensitive instruments.

The comfort of using dishwashers directly depends on the design of the basket.  The top basket is used for washing tableware, glasses and cups. Height adjustment will help when washing large objects, while removable and folding holders, separate trays for washing small objects will increase the convenience of operation. The basic package of the dishwasher also includes a separate container for knives. The tilt of the baskets in many models can be changed.

All dishwashers have wash class marks.  There are A, B, C, D and E classes. Class A is an impeccable washing with the safety of dishes, respectively, the class E does not guarantee gentle washing while maintaining the brightness of the dishes. Affects the quality of washing and the number of sprayers - the more of them, the faster and better washing occurs. To mitigate the quality of water, use regenerating salt, the amount of control of which is determined by the device itself.

When loading dishes it is necessary to ensure that it does not prevent the nozzles from spinning, and silver objects should not come into contact with other types of metals.For effective rinsing use special rinses. In modern models, it is possible to monitor the presence and concentration of rinse aid in water by a sensor.

Drying is the last stage when washing dishes, which is determined by classes, starting from A to G. After the effective drying on the dishes, there is a pleasant smell and it is quite pleasant to the touch. In modern models there are several types of drying: condensation, with the help of heat accumulation and, more efficient, forced drying with the help of a fan.

The profitability of the dishwasher is determined by only two factors: the consumption of electricity and water.  The less water consumption, the less electricity and detergent consumed. There are:

• highly economical (water consumption 14-16 l),
• average profitability (17-20 l),
• uneconomical (21 and more liters).

Energy consumption is also an important criterion. With the increase in the class of the machine, energy consumption decreases, therefore, highly economical - this is energy class A, B, and C; for moderately efficient, class D and E is used, and uneconomical ones belong to energy class F and G. However, most modern dishwashers belong to class A, B and C.

Dishwasher control can be electromechanical or automatic.  In the first embodiment, it is carried out using the power button and the program selection knobs and additional functions on the instrument panel, with automatic control of a person, it is enough to determine the mode of washing, drying and rinsing and press Start, and then the machine will do everything itself. In the most expensive models, all parameters are automatically determined, and the selected program and key indicators are displayed on the display.

The amount of washing mode can vary from 3 to 12. According to statistics, the most commonly used are:

• “Very dirty” - additional washing is performed;
• "Soaking" - for contaminated and difficult dishes;
• "Daily wash" - wash at 60-70 degrees;
• “Economy mode” is an accelerated cycle when water is heated to 50-60 degrees;
• “Quick wash” - for cleaner dishes (saving 29%).

There are many more features and programs that allow you to treat dishes with the utmost care, but these also allow for quality washing and cost-effective operation.

Also, pay attention to additional features., allowing to simplify life and make it more comfortable and safe:

• sensors cleanliness dishes;
• child lock;
• washing cycles;
• filters;
• start on timer;
• water saving;
• energy savings;
• steam application.

Most models are equipped with automatic protection systems:

• Waterproof (MIELE and others);
• Aqua-Control (ELECTROLUX, AEG);
• Aqua-Stop (SIEMENS, BOSCH).

Large manufacturers of dishwashers, such as BOSH and SIEMENS, are so confident in the quality of the goods that they guarantee in case of flooding, the repair of your housing and the apartments of your neighbors who have suffered.

The cost of machines of one manufacturer is determined not only by their characteristics, but also by the novelty of design and functionality. The price of new products is usually higher than well-known and proven models, so you can buy them quite profitable.

Thus, the choice of dishwasher should be based on the individual needs of the family, should take into account the class of the machine and its efficiency, the number of dishes in need of washing, functionality, safety and price.

Zanussi, Ardo and Indesit dishwashers are the most affordable cost, with Ariston, Gorenje and Candy products being somewhat more expensive.

The range of companies Bosch, Electrolux, Siemens, and Brandt also have low-end models, but in general, the cars they produce cost more than $ 600. The high price is justified by excellent performance, efficiency, wide functional devices and increased safety.

Manufacturers Miele and Asko are guided by the release of premium-class equipment.

When choosing a unit, it is important to know how you will install it relative to the kitchen unit. There are two options: embedded and desktop models.

Built-in dishwashers place more sets of dishes, have many additional functions, organically fit into the interior.

If the dishwasher does not build in, then choose the desktop model. They take up less space, but are not inferior in functionality to the built-in ones. The capacity of such models is 4-6 sets. In addition, these machines are more economical - both in their price and maintenance.

Attention! A standard dishwasher kit includes: one deep or flat plate, a wine glass (cup), a cup and saucer, and cutlery.

Overall performance

There are narrow-sized dishwashers with a width of 45 cm - this is an ideal option for small kitchens. Such models have a load of up to 7 sets, which is enough for a family of 3 people. Dishwasher sizes are medium in size - 50 cm wide. They hold 9 sets and are suitable for families of 4 people. The widest models are 65 cm. They fit 14 sets, i.e. This is an option for a large family (up to 6 people).

Attention! 65 x 60 x 85 dishwashers wash better than narrow ones. Since water flow into them is supplied from all sides, and in small ones only through one sprinkler. However, due to their ergonomic properties, they are more in demand.

Health Classes

The most economical option is class A, and almost all modern models correspond to this indicator. A-class dishwashers consume much less water and electricity than their counterparts. The average water consumption in standard mode for 13 sets is 15-20 liters, and for 6-8 - 13 liters. This is 2 times less than if you washed the dishes by hand. The average power consumption is 1.5 kW per load.

Tip! Dishwashers consume a lot of electricity. It is necessary to strengthen the wiring, for security purposes.

Dish box

The newest models have a stainless steel dish bowl. They are durable, wear-resistant, withstand high temperature during washing with hot water, reflect the heat from drying, which leads to a decrease in power consumption.

Plastic containers are lightweight and inexpensive, which reduces the cost of the dishwasher, but more fragile.

Tip! It is very convenient if there are height adjusters in the basket, removable holders for small and fragile dishes, and sharp objects.

Drying system

There are two ways to dry dishes:

• turbo dryer - air is supplied by fans. This method is most effective, because dishes dry faster, but more energy is expended;
• natural drying. After rinsing dishes under a hot stream, the dishwasher is turned off. Meanwhile, the remaining water is condensed on the cool walls of the chamber, and drain through a special drainage. Such drying takes longer than time, but it is economical.

Software

Standard features that a dishwasher should have include:

• standard wash for 2.5 hours at temperatures up to 65 ° C;
• intensive washing for heavily dirty dishes at t up to 75 С;
• soaking mode;
• half (economical) load, for lightly soiled dishes for 30-40 minutes;
• delicate washing - for crystal or thin glass utensils that require careful handling;
• leakage protection. Lies in the water level monitoring system.

Connection method

There are two options - connection to cold or hot water. The first option is uneconomical in terms of electricity consumption. The latter are not adapted to the realities of the Russian life: when the temperature of the hot water is insufficient, the machine will not work. The ideal option is to buy an adapter to switch from cold to hot water, so you can adjust the type of water supply.

Review of narrow cars and consumer reviews

Bosch SPV53M60 - 45 cm wide dishwasher with a capacity of 9 sets, occupies a leading position in the segment of narrow units. It has 5 ready washing programs, delayed start. The main wash cycle lasts 185 minutes, during which time only 0.7 kWh of energy and 8 liters of water are consumed.

• “Good machine. Washes without stains. You want to fall asleep powder, you want pills. Conveniently, there is a stand for glasses. We have 4 people, in the evening we load all the dirty dishes - in the morning we get the purest result. ” Igor, city of Chita.
• “The old dirt is not washed off very well. If it is worth more than 39 000, then it should wash better. Although this is a "German". " Anna, Moscow.

Electrolux ESL 4562 PRO - built-in narrow model 45 cm wide, with a capacity of 9 sets. The parameters refers to the class of luxury, but at the same time economical - water consumption is only 9 liters. Flexo Spay spraying technology provides an effective wash. Has condensation drying and 6 firmware.

• “Excellent product for your money. Like the extra bells and whistles: the projection of time on the floor, interior lighting. Washes with a bang. Olga, Abakan.
• “Pleasantly surprised by the price. I decided to save on the powder, I pour less, but even so it washes well. It works quietly. ”Marina, Kameshkovo.

Remember that a narrow dishwasher is not suitable for a large family.

Candy CDP 4609 is a narrow dishwasher at a low price (from 19,000 rubles), but with good capacity indicators for 9 sets, with 5 washing programs and 4 temperature regimes.

• “For such a price I did not expect much, but it washes well. I liked the accelerated wash - only 24 minutes. Upset that there is no rinsing program and children's castle. But since we have no children, for me it is not critical. " Olga, Kazan.
• “It’s noisy, but compared to Bosch, who stood before that. Well, the water consumption is not small - 13 liters. " Konstantin, Voronezh.

Hotpoint Ariston LSTB 4B00 - budget dishwasher with a capacity of up to 10 sets, with 4 sets of functions, water consumption of 10 liters. It has 2 holders for glasses (glasses) and natural drying.

• “The price attracted, a little more than 19,000 rubles. Washes fine. Functions of course a bit, but I have enough. " Inna, Vladimir.
• “It’s not always good at the bottom basket, especially the pans.” Zina, Togliatti.

How to choose a dishwasher: video

The world-famous writer, author of detective novels Agatha Christie, in one of her interviews, said that the ideas of the bloodiest and most brutal murders for her works came to her mind when she was forced to wash dishes. She hated it with all her heart, like most people, however. Scandals because of whose turn it is the turn to wash the dishes, can ruin the mood and heat the atmosphere in the house to a critical state. But there is a solution - you need to buy a dishwasher. This useful device will save you from having to turn into a dishwasher. Just need to figure out how to choose a dishwasher to get the expected result.

What are the parameters to choose the best model

Before choosing and buying the most suitable built-in dishwasher for the home, many study in detail the various parameters. However, according to experts in household appliances, the cost of the product, all these parameters have little effect. Not the fact that the most expensive and modern car will serve you better cheaper. Therefore, it is important to know how to choose an integrated dishwasher. Indeed, in reality, the cost is largely influenced by the novelties of design, insignificant additions, which people call “frills”.

Want to figure out how to choose the dishwasher and not overpay?

First, pay attention not to brand awareness, new model or fashionable design. To select and buy high-quality appliances for the home, you need to pay attention to:

• device dimensions;
• consumption class;
• effectiveness of washing and drying processes;
• noise level indicators.

Consider these characteristics in more detail, because the choice of dishwasher - not an easy decision.

Dimensions and maximum load

This indicator is especially important for those whose kitchen is not very spacious. As a rule, in a small apartment it is difficult to choose a place for another unit of large household appliances. However, the size of the device depends on its maximum load.

Up to 14 sets of dishes fit into a standard built-in dishwasher with dimensions of 60 × 60 × 85 cm. Designed for a family of 4-6 people, well packaged with standard kitchen furniture, large gas stoves.

More compact machines 15 cm less deep, they can wash up to 9 sets of dishes. They can choose families up to 3 people. They are distinguished by good performance and quite decent washing quality (the same as the standard models), but they cost a little less.

Miniature desktop dishwashers handle 3-4 sets. Their dimensions are more than compact: 45 × 55 × 45 cm. They fit perfectly into a cabinet, they can be installed both on the floor and on the table. They are recommended to choose bachelors who are not too demanding on the quality of washing dishes (in compact models somewhat lower). The price of miniature dishwashing machines is relatively low.

A dishwasher for a standard-sized house usually does the dishes better, since it supplies water in several directions, and there is only one sprinkler in miniature desktop models.

• Read more about the choice of dimensions in the article Dimensions of dishwashers.

The machine can be either stand alone or embedded in kitchen furniture. Embedded appliances are better as they allow the addition of an additional unit of household appliances to the kitchen design to be almost perfect. Typically, kitchen manufacturers offer to choose built-in appliances from those brands with which they cooperate, and often this is quite justified.

Wash and power class

Here there are few options: almost all models that consumers can buy today belong to class A, which means the highest rates. Dishwasher for the home significantly reduces the amount of water consumed to wash dishes. Typically, the standard flow at maximum load (12-14 sets) is only 15-20 liters. When hand washing you will spend 2-3 times more, and your hands will be in contact with aggressive detergents.

However, more electricity is consumed in machine washing. You will need to take care of a good reinforced wiring to the place of connection technology. For one cycle, the dishwasher will spend 1-2 kW, depending on the chosen mode and full or half load.

Drying

Different models use different drying technologies, the most efficient and cost-effective is to blow clean dishes with an integrated fan.

Leakage protection

Almost all modern models are equipped with systems that shut off the water supply in case of a leak. The more complex the security system, the higher the cost of the device. But then you will be spared the risk of arranging a flood and a shower from the ceiling for your neighbors from the lower floor.

Noise level

It is better to buy a dishwasher that works almost silently. In lower-quality or outdated models, the noise level can be quite noticeable: up to 55 decibels. However, sometimes increased noise occurs due to improper loading of dishes.

On the proposed video you can familiarize yourself with the expert's advice on how to choose the equipment for washing dishes at home and what characteristics you need to pay attention to when making a purchase.

Modes of operation

Answering the question on how to choose an in-built dishwasher, it should be noted that good models offer several washing options, including the following modes:

• half load, saving energy, water and detergents;
• intensive washing, the most suitable for heavily soiled dishes;
• quick wash, which will perfectly cope with not too greasy plates and glasses;
• a delicate wash designed for thin glass, crystal and other items that require careful handling;
• pre-soak mode that allows you to efficiently launder pans, pots and pans.

Water connection

There are several types of connections. Some models are connected only to cold running water and heat the water on their own, which leads to increased electricity consumption. Others are connected to the hot water pipe. This reduces energy costs, but causes some inconvenience. The water temperature must meet a certain level, otherwise the machine will turn off.

In the Russian context, it is inexpedient to buy such dishwashers, since it is almost impossible to provide a constant temperature of the water supplied.

There are models of machines that are connected to both hot and cold water. Built-in regulators allow you to use the available resources as efficiently as possible, heating insufficiently heated water and diluting too hot. But to buy such a dishwasher, you have to spend money.

Dishwasher rating

If you have finally made the decision to purchase a new kitchen device, all you have to do is find out how to choose a dishwasher with optimal characteristics. Of course, there are more and less popular firms and manufacturers of household appliances.

At the top of the ranking for many years, German manufacturers remain, such as Miele, Bosch, Siemens. Second place deservedly belongs to the Italians: Zanussi, Whirpool. The Turkish company Beko follows the leaders with some lag. In the very tail of the rating are the most numerous, inexpensive and short-lived products of Asian manufacturers.

The German technology has the largest exploitation resource: they can work wonderfully for many years without requiring repair. The built-in dishwashers of the Miele and AEG brands are particularly durable. They are best suited for those who do not want to study in detail how to choose a dishwasher and do not like to change the situation too often, preferring good quality and reliability to new fashion trends.

But, whatever model of kitchen assistant for washing plates and pans you choose, do not forget to mentally say thanks to the inventor of dishwashers Josephine Cochrane. It is thanks to her that you do not need to turn every day in the dishwasher after every meal. Long live household appliances, relieving us from the everyday routine!