Which company to choose and buy a dishwasher
Which brand and company should I choose a dishwasher? Everyone who is tired of washing dishes by hand asks this question, but not everyone manages to make the right decision. Modern shopping centers are filled to capacity with various equipment, and not every specialist, let alone an ordinary consumer, can understand the difference between one or another model. We decided to understand the issues of choosing brands and models of dishwashers and present to your attention this article.
What to look for when choosing a “dishwasher”
To choose and buy a good dishwasher, you must first pay attention not to the brand and appearance, but to its characteristics. There are so many “chips” built into a modern dishwasher that even if you conscientiously read the characteristics in the instructions, you are unlikely to understand everything, and, in general, it is not necessary. The main thing is to pay attention to the most important parameters.
- Dimensions. When going to the store to buy a dishwasher, you must imagine in advance what size it will be, and if you have to build the machine into furniture, then you need to immediately determine the dimensions of the “dishwasher” to the nearest centimeter.
- Type. Dishwashers can be freestanding, built-in, partially built-in, or countertop. Freestanding dishwashers are usually the most capacious, but also the largest, while countertop dishwashers are the most compact, but also the least spacious. You can read more about compact dishwashers in the article about small dishwashers.
- Baskets and trays. Pay attention to what material the baskets and utensil trays are made of.Stainless steel is preferable; if you allow a plastic basket, make sure that the plastic is thicker and more reliable. The lower basket should be deep and spacious enough to accommodate large utensils.
- Price. The most important parameter for many consumers. We, however, urge you not to be too price-conscious. Attractive price tags sometimes hide low quality products. If you buy equipment at a significant discount, inspect it especially meticulously.
For your information! If well-known shopping centers organize seasonal sales of equipment en masse, then there is nothing to be afraid of. In this case, a good dishwasher can be bought for virtually nothing.
- Noise. Quite often, consumers begin to think about this parameter only after purchasing and installing the unit. The best modern dishwashers should produce noise within the range of 40-54 dB, if you cannot tolerate strong extraneous sounds, then noise up to 40-45 dB will be tolerated normally.
- Design. You should pay attention to this parameter only if the dishwasher you are purchasing is a tabletop or freestanding type. The built-in dishwasher is closed on all sides, including the front, so it doesn’t matter what it looks like.
- Number and composition of dishwashing programs. You should not chase dishwasher models that have dozens of washing programs. In fact, you only need 3-4 programs, the main thing is that the performance of these programs is at its best, and for this you will have to read consumer reviews.
- Has a quick drying function. Some modern dishwashers are equipped with a turbo drying function. The dishes dry in them very quickly thanks to the hot air supplied to the tank.Decide for yourself whether you need this function or not, but keep in mind that you will have to pay a fair amount for it.
Review of companies producing “dishwashers”
There are quite a few companies that produce dishwashers, but there are not so many companies that produce the best products today. Let's list them and describe them very briefly.
- AEG - this German company has been and remains one of the leaders in the production and sales of household appliances (including dishwashers) in Europe for many years. In Russia it also occupies one of the leading positions. Dishwashers from AEG are distinguished by high quality parts and workmanship, but the price puts consumers off.
- ARDO is a well-known Italian company that also produces budget dishwashers. ARDO machines are distinguished by their simple design and low-cost components., despite this, the company manages to ensure the quality of its products at a high level.
- BOSCH is another German company that has been a leader in the production of dishwashers for several years in a row, and in Germany, Bosch equipment remains the most purchased to this day. German-assembled Bosch dishwashers can, if used properly, last for decades.
- ELECTROLUX is a well-known company originally from Sweden, but currently production is located in many countries, including Russia. When choosing a dishwasher from Electrolux, you need to pay attention to the assembly location. European assembly is preferable, and it is better not to buy Chinese “dishwashers” at all.
- INDESIT - this Italian brand produces quite a large number of different dishwashers. Their quality can be judged by the place of assembly.It would seem that they are the same spare parts, but the European assembly is much better than, for example, Chinese, although recently there have been positive trends in China.
- MIELE - it is generally accepted that this company produces exclusively elite equipment. In fact, the company is present in other price segments, in particular in the middle and low. The quality of the washing machines is consistently very high, the materials are the best, and the design is very, very impressive. If you are looking for a good built-in dishwasher, pay attention to products manufactured under the Miele brand.
There are other useful articles on our website about choosing dishwashers. You will find them in the appropriate section.
Top 5 best dishwashers
Which dishwasher is better, which company makes the best dishwashers? This question is very difficult to answer, since all manufacturing companies operate in a competitive environment and in different market segments. One way or another, we have compiled a rating that includes the five best dishwashers, based on data received from experts and consumer opinions. We hope our rating will help you choose the best dishwasher.
Bosch SPV40E40RU. This narrow built-in unit from Germany took first place in our ranking. As a result of testing this model, specialists had to select the three dirtiest cups with ingrained tea residue, then select washing tablets (the same ones were used in all tests - Eonit 5 in 1) and run a test wash. The machine coped with this test better than others, in addition, it washed plates and pans better from fresh and burnt fat.
Also The noise level was measured - the device showed a maximum of 49 dB, despite the fact that the manufacturer stated 48 dB, the result is excellent. From my personal experience, the “dishwasher” works very quietly (despite the fact that we tested it as a free-standing one). If you imagine that the Bosch SPV40E40RU case will be closed by the walls and cabinet door, the noise will be even less.
- The dishwasher measures 44.8 x 55 x 81.5 cm and can accommodate 9 sets of various dishes.
- The washing programs are the most common; by the way, there is a program for washing fragile dishes.
- The machine is capable of assessing water quality and displaying relevant information on the control panel.
- There is protection against leaks and children and a delayed start.
- We also note the very low water consumption, the average price of the model is 25,000 rubles.
For your information! Consumers rated this model 99.6 points, with the highest score being 100. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive.
HOTPOINT/ARISTON ELTF 11M121C EU. A very quiet full-size built-in dishwasher from a reputable manufacturer. Consumers told us to choose this model for testing. 4 test washes were carried out. First, dirty cups with tea residue, then saucers with dried custard, then plates with fresh greasy residue and frying pans with burnt fat. The machine washed cups, saucers and plates perfectly, but there were some complaints with the frying pans, in the end it was a solid four. Eonit 5 in 1 dishwashing tablets were used.
At the same time, consumers' claims that the dishwasher cleans baby bottles well were tested. The test showed excellent results, although the chemicals contained in the washing tablets are unlikely to be useful to the baby. Measurement of the noise level showed 43 dB with 41 dB declared by the manufacturer.
- The machine, with dimensions of 59.5 x 57 x 82 cm, can accommodate 14 sets of dishes, more than enough for a family of 4-5 people.
- There are 11 programs available, but mainly 6 are in demand by consumers: soaking, gentle wash, quick wash, enhanced wash, glass wash, standard.
- The machine has the ability to connect to hot water, and also determines the purity of the water.
- There is protection against leakage.
- Water consumption is one of the lowest in this class - only 9 liters per wash with a full load. The average price of the model is 28,000 rubles.
This dishwasher is awarded second place in our rating based on test results and consumer reviews - 98.8 points.
Bosch SKS41E11RU. We gave third place to a compact, freestanding dishwasher from a well-known manufacturer. As in the previous case, consumers helped select the test model. The machine passed our test with cups, saucers and plates perfectly, but a large frying pan with burnt fat simply did not fit into it. A medium-sized frying pan was washed well (we used Eonit 5 in 1).
Experts noted the main drawback - noise. With 54 dB declared by the manufacturer, the “dishwasher” produces all 60 dB, which is quite noisy for a dishwasher. Advantages: high-quality assembly, compactness, high quality dishwashing, water saving.
- The “dishwasher” with dimensions of 55.1x50x45 cm can accommodate 6 full sets of dishes.
- There are 4 main washing programs - everything is simple and straightforward.
- The machine is able to detect how the tank is loaded with dishes, as well as recognize 3-in-1 products.
- The dishwasher is protected from leaks.
- Consumes little water - only about 7-7.5 liters.The average price for a model is 22,500 rubles.
Note! Consumers rated the Bosch SKS41E11RU dishwasher 95.4 points.
BOSCH SMS 53N12. A freestanding, full-size dishwasher, which, according to the unanimous opinion of experts, takes fourth place in our rating. Consumers helped choose the model. The washing machine passed 2 tests out of 4 perfectly, and two tests well. The product was used Eonit 5 in 1. Noise measurements showed 46 dB, the same figure was stated by the manufacturer; as an advantage, one can also highlight the delay of launch by as much as 24 hours.
- Dimensions 60 x 60 x 84 cm, holds 13 place settings.
- There are 5 washing programs, but the most necessary and important ones have been selected.
- There is complete protection against children and leaks.
- Water consumption is about 10 liters. Average price $580
Consumers rated the BOSCH SMS 53N12 dishwasher at 92.1 points.
Miele G4960SCVi. A fully built-in premium dishwasher that took fifth place in our rating. Consumers helped us choose a model. As a result of tests, the machine washed off custard and grease perfectly, but surprisingly did a poor job of removing tea stains on cups. Noise measurements showed full compliance with the indicators declared by the manufacturer - 46 dB. The washing machine has many advantages:
- quality materials;
- super economical, this applies to both water and electricity;
- holds 14 sets of dishes;
- has a start delay of 24 hours.
As the main disadvantage, consumers highlight the price of the model, which is $700. Consumer rating: 89.9 points.
As you may have noticed, not a single dishwasher from a Russian manufacturer was included in our rating.Firstly, because very few household dishwashers are produced in Russia, and secondly, the quality of their assembly leaves much to be desired!
In conclusion, we note which company to choose a “dishwasher”; it is difficult to find an answer to this question. According to our data, the best dishwashers today are those manufactured in Germany under the Bosch brand, this was confirmed by test results and consumer reviews. We tried to determine this with the greatest degree of reliability.
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4 reader comments
Everything was written out well. On business. We have an Indesit dishwasher at home, I don’t know about the country of manufacture. My husband is better at this, but it works great, I already understand that.
Good description on the site, seems to correspond to reality. My PMM Indesit fits dishes for the whole family. I clean it regularly, which is why it serves us for a long time.
It is important for me that the dishes are clean, and the size of the dishwasher is not particularly important. My Hotpoint dishwasher washes dishes perfectly, I’m not complaining :)
We use indesit and it is the best option in terms of price/quality ratio. And it has a good load, at least enough for our family.