How to choose a Bosch built-in dishwasher: top 5 models and their specifications + customer reviews

Where there isn't room for a full-sized dishwasher, and there simply isn't enough room for everyone, these narrow dishwashers are great.

They're a great choice for those who want to create workspace, even in a small kitchen.

Our article will help you decide on the characteristics and intelligently approach the selection of a new helper for the whole family.

Built-in dishwasher types

All built-in dishwashers, regardless of size, are divided into two kinds: fully integrated and with open control panel.

Fully recessed machines are designed to look exactly like a kitchen unit. They are installed in any suitable niche in the furniture, with a worktop on top, and the door has a front of the same material and with the same pattern as the rest of the furniture in the kitchen.

Thus, the machine does not stand out, merges with the kitchen set and does not spoil the stylized look of the kitchen.

The control panel of such a machine is located on the end of the door and is available only when it is open.

As the external display of such machines is used beam, which leaves on the floor a projection of the time remaining to the end of the cycle, or the usual colored dot, which goes out when the machine finishes work.

Dishwashers with an open control panel are different in that they are not built into the kitchen unit completely - the control panel of the machine remains outside.

This is convenient because now you can adjust the operating mode of the machine even while it is running, without opening the door, and the cause of a sudden shutdown can be seen immediately on the display. However, if the overall appearance of the kitchen is more important than convenience, and the color of the control panel stands out too much from the color scheme of the set, such a dishwasher will not be the best option.

Advantages and disadvantages

Between narrow and full-size models there is no difference for most of the characteristics - their functions are identical, their power and washing quality will not change from the size of the body and internal volume. But since there are still differences, you can highlight the advantages and disadvantages of narrow dishwashers before their full-size counterparts.

What to pay attention to when choosing?

To begin with, you need to decide what type of embedding will be - full or partial. And after that, consider only certain models.

The list of the most important qualities of the dishwasher will help not to make a wrong choice.

Capacity

The narrow dishwasher holds 6 to 10 sets of dishes at a time (a cup, a saucer, some plates and cutlery) or a small amount of large kitchen utensils.

On average, a dishwasher of this volume is enough for a family of two or three people.

Washing and drying class

To indicate the quality of washing and drying of dishes, the first letters of the Latin alphabet are used.

The highest class is A, less frequent is B, and lower (C, D, etc.) almost never occur.

Dishwashing quality cannot be lower than A, but it can be higher - A+, A++ and so on. The more pluses after the letter, the better the quality of washing.

Class B can be awarded only to the dryer - it means that the dishes may be left with water droplets.

Water consumption

Narrow dishwashers require less water for the entire cycle than wide ones (up to 60 cm).

The average amount of water required for a dishwasher under 45cm is 9-10 liters..

This figure can go up to 13-14 liters per cycle on models with more modes.

Choosing a model by the level of water consumption, it is important to pay attention to its consumption in both normal and economy modes.

Types of drying

In modern dishwashers implemented two types of drying - condensation drying and active drying (turbo drying).

Condensation drying is based on the natural process of water evaporation. Last time the dishes are rinsed with hot water, then it stops and waits. The hot droplets left on it condense on the cool walls of the chamber and then flow down into the drain.

The difference in drying quality one way or another is imperceptible.

However, models with a turbo dryer are more expensive. It takes less time, but consumes more electricity. Condensation drying takes longer, but the machine makes no sound and wastes no energy.

Operating modes

All dishwashers have a standard set of modes:

• normal;
• intensive;
• fast;
• with preliminary soaking;
• economical (for lightly soiled dishes);
• washing fragile dishes (glass or porcelain).

Most users are satisfied with the standard functions of dishwashers.

However, in addition to them, there are additional functions:

• half-load mode - used to wash only a couple of plates or cups in one cycle, and is also suitable for washing fruits and vegetables;
• sterilization function - If the family has a small child, with this mode, you can not worry about harmful bacteria that may remain on the dishes after normal washing;
• delay timer mode - allows you to load the machine in the evening and turn it on at night, when the cost of water and electricity consumption is lower;
• protection against children - The door and control panel are locked during operation. Thus, it becomes impossible to disrupt the cleaning program, and the hot steam will not leave the chamber of the dishwasher.

It is not always written on the website or in the store about the presence of additional features. Before buying, it is worth clarifying this question with the seller.

Noise level

The quiet operation of the machine is especially important for those people who put off starting it at night.

The normal noise level can be considered a range of 40 to 50 dB. Models with an indicator above this value can be purchased only if the presence of extraneous sounds in the apartment is not important.

Leakage protection

In order to protect the dishwasher from leaks, their body and hoses are fully protected. In the event of a malfunction, the water supply is blocked, and the water that was inside at the time is completely flushed down the drain.

It happens that in the dishwasher only the body is protected.

For greater safety of your own floor, it is recommended to buy additional protection in the form of special hoses with the system "AquaStop", which will block the water supply in case of a break or malfunction.

For this list, the five best dishwashers were chosen according to their user reviews.

Serie 2 SPV25FX00R

One of the most budget-friendly models with a minimum of useful features and The most cost-effective way to save on water and energy costs.

Main Features:

• Installation: built-in
• Capacity: 10 sets
• Energy Class: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Controls: electronic
• Water consumption: 9.5 л
• Energy consumption per cycle: 0.91 kWh
• Maximum power consumption: 2 400 W
• Noise level: 46 dB
• Number of programs: 4: 5
• Auxiliary functions: economy mode, delay timer to 9 hours, full leakage protection, extra dry.

Serie 2 SPV25FX10R.

Budget dishwasher model that won't hurt your pocket too much. Low price and economical. water and electricity consumption make it a good choice for those who prefer to save even on small things.

Main features:

• Installation: flush-mounted
• Capacity: 10 sets
• Energy class: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Controls: electronic
• Water consumption: 9.5 л
• Energy consumption per cycle: 0.91 kWh
• Maximum power consumption: 2 400 W
• Noise level: 46 dB
• Number of programs: 4: 5
• Mode of drying: condensation
• Additional features: delay timer up to 9 hours, economy mode, full leakage protection, VarioSpeed function for better results.

Serie 2 SPV25FX30R

An average dishwasher in terms of price, quality and number of functions, economical economical in water and energy consumption.

Basic characteristics:

• Installation: flush-mounted
• Capacity: 10 sets
• Energy class: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Controls: electronic
• Water consumption: 9.5 л
• Energy consumption per cycle: 0.91 kWh
• Maximum power consumption: 2 400 W
• Noise level: 46 dB
• Number of programs: 4: 5
• Drying mode: condensation mode
• Additional features: economy mode, half-load mode, delay timer to 9 hours, full leakage protection.

Serie 2 SPV 30E30.

The most budget-friendly of the models, which has the minimum required performance characteristics.

Main features:

• Installation: flush-mounted
• Capacity: 9 sets
• Energy class: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Controls: electronic
• Water consumption: 13 л
• Energy consumption per cycle: 0.8 kWh
• Maximum power consumption: 2 400 W
• Noise level: 52 dB
• Number of programs: 3: 3
• Mode of drying: condensation
• Additional features: child protection, economy program, partial leakage protection (housing), auto shut-off, IntensivZone function for cleaning the dishes in the most hard-to-reach places.

Serie 6 SPV 69T80.

An expensive but powerful and convenient dishwasher with a wide variety additional functions.

Main features:

• Installation: Fully Built-in
• Capacity: 10 sets
• Energy class: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Washing Quality: A
• Controls: electronic
• Water consumption: 9 л
• Energy consumption per cycle: 0.91 kWh
• Maximum power consumption: 2 400 W
• Noise level: 43dB
• Number of programs: 4: 4
• Drying mode: Condensing mode
• Additional functions: standard express program, economy mode, pre-soak mode, full leakage protection, delay timer up to 24 hours, beam indicator on the floor.

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