Desktop dishwashers: an overview of the best models + rules for choosing dishwashers

Specifications

Consider in detail the parameters of the machines. We talked above how to choose the right dishwasher. Expert advice will help not only to choose the right kitchen unit, but also to determine its technical characteristics.

Capacity and size: 45 or 60 cm?

You already know from the article that most dishwashers are 45 cm or 60 wide. Consider the pros and cons of each of the modifications.

With a 60 cm wide dishwasher, you won't have to worry about where to put the dishes. Will fit plates, pans, pots and all other utensils. The capacity of the device allows you to wash everything in one cycle.

A, A + - this is usually the energy consumption class of the machine. Devices 60 cm wide have different functionality, several washing programs.

The obvious disadvantages of the modification are dimensions, noise, a small selection of facades.

The main advantage of narrow dishwashers 45 cm is their size. They are also distinguished by a variety of colors of models. Alas, compactness has its downsides. Such machines do not last long, have a smaller capacity, functionality.

Leak protection function

All the best modern models of dishwashers are protected from leaks. The vast majority of manufacturers use the Aquastop system. What's this?

This is a dual type system. Each machine is equipped not only with a pallet, but also with a special valve. Consider the principle of operation of the mechanism.

There was a leak - water entered the pan. It contains a special safety float. If it rises, the valve stops supplying water.

Safety valves are of several types. More often they use electromagnetic or with an absorbent. Mechanical remained in the old budget models.

The main disadvantage of the system is the inability to lengthen them, install them in hard-to-reach places. Remember, Aquastop will not be able to completely protect you from leaks, although it minimizes the risk. Try to take care of your car!

Delicate wash

The holidays have passed, the guests left a bunch of glasses, porcelain, crystal? A good solution would be the “delicate wash” mode. This program is designed for fragile items. A low temperature, a short washing time will not affect the cleanliness. You like to receive guests, have a large number of beautiful dishes - then the delicate washing mode is mandatory in your car.

Water purity sensor

In the world of modern technology, you will no longer surprise anyone with the “reasonableness” of a dishwasher. The water purity sensor allows you to determine the degree of contamination.Taking into account the turbidity and the amount of food particles, the machine changes the duration of the cycle, the water consumption during washing. A nice bonus in the device will allow not only to reduce costs, but also to always get clean dishes.

Price

The prices of miracle units vary from 14 to 50 thousand rubles. Considering that technology tends to constantly become cheaper, you will take a simple device even cheaper. You can buy used equipment. Then the price of the issue will be quite ridiculous.

Dishwasher

Dishwashers rarely break down, their repair is inexpensive (in ¾ of the cases they require the usual cleaning of the blockage).

Think about how much you will save on water, on detergent. The only expense of the machine will be electricity.

Baskets and trays for dishes

Most dishwashers have two pull-out baskets (trays) for dishes, occasionally a third is added to them. The exception is compact models, the owners of which have to be content with one basket.

The design and specialization of these trays for different models of dishwashers is generally similar, although almost every manufacturer has its own nuances. The lower basket is designed for plates and large kitchen utensils (pots, pans, baking sheets, etc.); upper - for cups, glasses, glasses. In the third, uppermost, tray, which is not available in all models of dishwashers, knives, ladles, and cutlery are loaded.

Each basket is equipped with various holders and grids, the purpose of which is the convenience of placing dishes and ensuring the quality of their washing. Properly placed and evenly distributed dishes allow water to penetrate into every crevice and, therefore, quickly wash away all dirt.

A useful option will be folding or removable holders, as well as the ability to adjust the height of the basket. This allows you to load the largest items in the dishwasher.

2 Gorenje

Low water consumption. Spaciousness, intuitive operation Country: Slovenia (made in Italy and China) Rating (2018): 4.7

Burning brand dishwashers boast low water consumption. The Slovenian brand of small and large household appliances was founded in 1950. The production of built-in and freestanding dishwashers is carried out in Italy and China, and from there it gets to domestic stores. The company is widely known on the Russian market. Users confirm that these dish washer and dryer do not require high water consumption.

Another feature, according to buyers, characteristic of the brand is spaciousness. Even a compact machine will allow you to load 9 sets of dishes. Many share positive opinions regarding the control of the device - intuitive and accessible.

TOP-5 manufacturers and the best models

In a convenient tabular form below, we have presented brands and specific models with a width of 60 and up to 45 cm, which have many reviews and the highest customer ratings.

Freestanding

* For 1 set of dishes, they take the necessary set for one person: one cup, one mug, plates for the first, second, cutlery, etc.

**Energy class A is considered the norm, "A++" - super economical.

Compact dishwashers

Compact dishwashers are called dishwashers up to 45 cm high, which can be installed on the table or under the sink.

Among them in the table, the following are the best in the table below.

Embedded Models

Among the embedded brands and models, the following brands and models have high marks.

The above list of models, of course, cannot be exhaustive.New offers of improved dishwashers are constantly appearing.

As you can already see from customer reviews, it is better to take German-made dishwashers. They deserve the most trust among real buyers.

The most budgetary are compact and narrow dishwashers. The price largely depends on the number of modes, additional functions. But a dishwasher is not an appliance that you can save on. The price, as a rule, always justifies the quality, which means that the purchased equipment will be able to serve you for more than one year.

The best compact desktop models

Compact dishwashers are produced specifically for small kitchens, they can stand on the countertop of a kitchen set or hide in a cabinet. Despite their modest size, they wash very well.

Flavia TD 55 Veneta P5 WH

The model is made in China. Compact (44x55x50 cm), functional. You can wash 6 sets of dishes at one time. Special modes reduce the washing cycle to 30 and 90 minutes, which is convenient.
The price is 13,680 rubles.

Advantages:

1. Low water consumption - the dishwasher consumes 6.5 liters per cycle.
2. Program "90 minutes" for daily washing.
3. Program "Fast" - for 30 minutes.
4. Leak protection of the housing, which blocks the water supply if the sump is full.

Flaws:

1. No hose leak protection.
2. Too much water left after washing.

Weissgauff TDW 4006

Fully electronic control. With an A + energy class, the power is 1380 W, the water consumption per cycle is 6.5 liters.
There are 5 temperature modes and 6 built-in programs:

• "Intensive wash";
• "Normal wash";
• "90 minutes";
• "Quick wash";
• "Economy mode";
• "Glass".

The price is 13,822 rubles.

Advantages:

1. Water consumption per cycle does not exceed 6.5 liters.
2. Electronic control.
3. Leak protection.
4. Delay start function.

Flaws:

1. Large cutting boards, large lids, baking sheets do not fit.
2. Care must be taken when placing the dishes, as the tablet release lid may get caught and the tablet will not fall out.

Korting KDF 2050W

The third place in the ranking is occupied by the German manufacturer Korting KDF 2050 W dishwasher. She, like Flavia TD 55 Veneta P5 WH, is designed for 6 sets. 7 washing modes make it almost universal - it washes glass, faience, metal. There is an "All in one" function: you can use different types of detergents at the same time.
The price is from 14,000 rubles.

Advantages:

1. Detergent savings: half a tablet is enough for a good wash.
2. Suitable for washing dishes made of different materials.
3. Leak protection.
4. Digital display.

Flaws:

1. The basket does not fit large plates, dishes, pans.
2. Due to its compact size, it is not designed for large families.

Candy CDCP6/E-S

Candy CDCP 6 / E-S, like previous models, washes 6 sets of dishes at a time. 6 operating modes, additional functions are provided: delayed start, child protection, water purity sensor.

The model is economical. It consumes no more than 7 liters of water per cycle, energy class - A. The basket can be loaded halfway, which is convenient for a small amount of dishes.

The price is 16,000 rubles.

Advantages:

1. Separate holders for spoons, forks, knives, glasses.
2. Economical consumption of electricity and water.
3. You can lock the door from children.

Flaws:

1. The noise level during operation reaches 51 dB.
2. There is no display.
3. Unreliable fixation of dishes on the pallet.

Midea MCFD-0606

Dishwasher Midea MCFD-0606 is also designed for 6 sets. You can wash in 6 modes. These include a quick program for surface soiling, a delicate program for thin glass and an intensive program for pots and pans.
With a small size, the dishwasher is equipped with two baskets. The first is the main one, into which plates and pans are unloaded. The second is additional: for spoons, forks, knives.

The price is 17,500 rubles.

Advantages:

1. A wide range of functions for different types of dishes.
2. Electronic display with LED indication.
3. Child safety feature that locks the door.
4. Profitability.

Flaws:

1. Short hose.
2. Complex settings for salt consumption.

How to choose a dishwasher?

So, what to look for when choosing a dishwasher? Here are some important points to consider before taking the device

Power. Everything is simple here: the greater the power of the equipment, the more efficiently it works. It is not recommended to purchase equipment that is weaker than two thousand watts. In this case, it will poorly pump and heat water, and this will affect the results of work. It should be noted that power does not always correlate with price. Cheap equipment can also show good results.

Dimensions. All dishwashers can be divided into four main types: full-size, compact and built-in. Full-sized are fairly large free-standing devices, suggesting that there is free space in the kitchen for their placement. Compact - this is a small or narrow equipment designed for installation in a kitchen with a limited area.Built-in devices are devices for placement directly in the kitchen set. Which type of unit to choose, you need to decide based on the area and furnishings of your kitchen room, the availability of space for it in the headset, free space.

Functional. Household appliances for washing dishes usually have several modes designed for different types of utensils, as well as different types and intensity of pollution. The more such modes, the more comfortable it is to use the equipment. However, if the choice of modes is large enough, as a rule, the price of the device is also high. Therefore, you need to observe the line between the convenience of work and your financial capabilities.

Reliability. The equipment must have a reliable water leakage protection system. Different manufacturers call it differently: Aqua-stop, Aqua-control, Waterproof. But the meaning is the same everywhere - to avoid getting liquid on the electrical components of the device. When buying, specify how reliable the protection system of a particular model is. After all, any leakage is a potential breakdown, a visit to a service center and, as a result, additional repair costs.

A set of containers for dishes. An important factor when choosing is the presence of trays for dishes of various shapes. The general requirements for them are as follows: at least three containers of different shapes and a sufficiently large volume. The first requirement must be met in order to place different types of dishes in the unit. The second is to put it there as much as possible (this eliminates the need to restart, which means it saves electrical energy).

Noise level at work.If you do not want to listen to high-intensity noise during operation of the equipment, study the technical data sheet of the device in the store. The ideal sound parameter for this type of equipment is up to 40 decibels. It should be noted that the noise level directly depends on the price - the more expensive the machine, the quieter it is. In the budget segment, you can find devices with a noise level of 50 - 60 decibels. This, of course, is a bit much, but it will not cause serious discomfort.

Manufacturer. If you want your purchase to last a long time and not require frequent visits to a service center, give preference to devices from well-known, time-tested brands (we'll talk about them a little later).

Reviews. A well-established brand and high technical performance is, of course, good. But to make the most objective opinion about the product will allow you to make only reviews of customers who used it in reality, as well as experts in the field of consumer electronics. Therefore, do not be lazy and take some time to study such reviews, as well as product reviews before buying.

Price. The more expensive the unit, the more functional and reliable it is. However, it should be remembered that among inexpensive devices, pretty good models also come across. Therefore, everything is individual here.

You cannot be guided by the price alone when choosing: pay attention to the technical parameters of the device and reviews about it.

Style. This option is especially relevant for embedded machines.

The device should fit into the interior of your kitchen and should not be discordant with its environment. For many, this is a very important moment. However, it does not play a significant role - it is taken into account only from the point of view of aesthetics. Therefore, if it is not critical for you, you can neglect it.

Electrolux

Now it's time to explore the next PMM brand. Electrolux operates in Sweden. Today, Electrolux dishwashers are famous for their rather convenient operation, high-quality assembly, and also an affordable price.

It is also an advantage that this company currently has many service centers that, if necessary, can help. Most dishwashers from this company will have a really attractive design that will please. If you are planning to purchase quality appliances for a modern kitchen, then remember that dishwashers can fit in perfectly here. After studying the range of the company, you will be able to understand that this technique will fit perfectly into almost any interior.