Before purchasing household appliances, it is recommended to clarify their technical characteristics and operating parameters. Only this will help you buy exactly what is best suited for your kitchen . Today we will consider which built-in compact dishwashers are considered the most successful of those offered by manufacturers.
Advantages and disadvantages of compact dishwashers
The main advantage of small devices for washing dishes is the ability to install them in any convenient place. There are dishwasher models that resemble microwave ovens in size, so such compact machines can easily be hidden in a cabinet under the sink.
In addition to convenient operation, a compact machine will harmoniously fit into any interior. Its operation allows you to significantly reduce the water consumption needed for washing dishes by hand, reducing it from thirty liters to seven for six sets of dishes. The economic effect is achieved due to the reuse of water at the working stages.
Requirements for choosing a built-in model
When purchasing dishwashing equipment, you will have to find the answer to a number of questions:
- how suitable the dimensions of the machine are for your kitchen space;
- how much energy does the dishwasher consume in one operating cycle?
- Is dishwashing equipment protected from possible leaks?
- Are the available software functions sufficient to solve standard problems?
Dishwasher dimensions
Size range of compact dishwashers big enough. The narrowest washing mashines are those whose body width does not exceed thirty centimeters. True, they are rare and are sold, as a rule, on individual orders.
Compact models with a width of 45 cm to 55 cm are considered common. The demand for them is quite high, because such equipment does not take up much free space and can simultaneously wash up to eight sets of dishes.
It should be remembered that a compact machine must have not only an acceptable width, but also a height. The optimal option for this parameter is 60 cm. It is quite enough to install a compact dishwasher either under the kitchen sink or in a cabinet under the countertop.
The depth for almost all models is standard - up to 50 cm.
Energy consumption
Thrifty consumers always attach special importance to the consumption of electrical energy and water. Compact built-in dishwasher models in most cases consume from six to eight liters of water per operating cycle. It seems like a small difference, but if you multiply it by the number of days in a year, you get a pretty noticeable result.
Availability of Aquastop function
Each dishwasher is connected to a central water supply network, which is always accompanied by possible leaks due to failure of pipes or sealing elements. To avoid such trouble, choose a built-in machine that has appropriate security.
The main advantage of such protection is its simplicity. The built-in machine has a special tray; a float-type switch is located at its bottom. If a leak occurs, water accumulates in the pan, opening the float contacts, thereby cutting off the power to the water pressure valve in the dishwasher.
Software
The main set of operating modes in a compact built-in dishwasher is standard. In most cases, it is enough to wash dishes with varying degrees of soiling. True, some manufacturers additionally provide equipment with ECO and AUTO options, which help not only remove grease stains and dirt, but also save energy resources.
The main programs for such machines are:
- standard wash. The water is heated to sixty-five degrees, washing the plates to a perfect shine. The cycle lasts one and a half hours;
- quick wash function. It is used for dishes with minor stains. The water temperature does not exceed forty-five degrees, the washing process continues for thirty minutes;
- intensive washing. It is used for very dirty dishes.The water is heated to forty degrees for preliminary soaking, further washing takes place in water, the temperature of which is sixty - seventy degrees. Additional rinsing with cold water is also provided. The entire cycle will take two hours;
- economy option. The operating algorithm resembles the standard process. The difference is in the water temperature, equal to fifty degrees. Electric energy is saved, but the duration of washing dishes reaches one hundred and forty-five minutes;
- automatic mode. Having a built-in sensor, the machine itself will determine the degree of contamination of the plates, will select the optimal water temperature for washing.
Examples of the best compact built-in dishwashers
As a rule, the consumer prefers the following built-in models:
- Siemens IQ 100 SR 615 x 30 DR .
The width of the built-in dishwasher is 448 mm, the capacity is nine sets, there are five operating modes available. In terms of energy consumption, the device belongs to group A, and consumes no more than 8.5 liters of water per working cycle. The unit is fully protected from possible leaks, has a wide functionality, and four temperature settings. The model is fully built-in, the noise level during washing does not exceed 46 dB. The duration of a standard working cycle does not exceed three hours. Stainless steel was used to make the inner surface of the washing chamber, and the machine is equipped with a glass holder as an additional accessory. It is possible to delay the start for twenty-four hours; - Bosch Serie 6 SPV40x90 dishwasher .
If your financial capabilities are limited and the kitchen does not have enough free space, this device will be the most suitable. The machine is fully built-in, holds up to nine place settings. For the available cost, it uses energy resources quite economically, corresponding to group A, and does not make much noise during operation. Water consumption per operating cycle is eleven liters, there is a start delay of up to a day. For washing dishes, special tablets are used as a cleaning agent. The machine is equipped with six operating modes, an inverter electric motor, a display, a door closer, and a sound signal indicating the end of work. The built-in machine is capable of independently monitoring the amount of rinse aid and salt, for which there are special built-in indicators. In addition, there is complete protection against leakage, the ability to automatically determine the level of purity of the water used for washing, protection from small children; - Dishwasher Electrolux BLACK Line ESF 2400OK.
The compact built-in model will perfectly cope with any number of dishes, accommodating up to six sets at a time. The energy efficiency of the built-in unit corresponds to group A. For ease of control, there is a display and touch buttons. The screen displays all information about the programmed mode and the time remaining until the end of the work process. There is a special indicator that signals the amount of salt and rinse aid. The built-in machine is equipped with six main programs, its noise level during operation does not exceed 50 dB. For a reasonable price, the dishwasher has a decent range of functions and four water heating modes. The washing compartment is ergonomic; any small item and large kitchen utensils can be washed in it. The model is completely protected from leakage and small children; - built-in dishwasher AEG F55200VI.
Practical, compact and productive device. From the very beginning, the model was able to gain popularity; today it is considered the best option for a small-sized kitchen. The dishwasher does not make much noise during operation and can be used even at night. The dimensions of height, width and depth are 81 by 45 by 55.5 cm, respectively, and the weight does not exceed forty kilograms. The dimensions of the cabinet part make it easy to install the dishwasher in a cabinet, completely hiding it from prying eyes. There are four operating modes for washing dishes, and the ability to independently select the water heating level. The built-in machine is controlled using an electronic panel. There is a display on the door showing the time remaining until the end of the work process. Among other advantages, the built-in dishwasher is completely protected from accidental leaks.
