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If you have 3-4 people in your family, you can think about buying a built-in compact dishwasher. Especially if you want the equipment to take up a minimum of space. What are the features of its installation, advantages and disadvantages, we will consider in the article.
Features of compact dishwashers
Small-sized free-standing PMMs differ in the following dimensions: 45x48x47 cm. As for the built-in models, their dimensions are as follows:
- 55-60 cm in width;
- 41-60 cm in height;
- 45-60 cm in depth.
The machine may be slightly larger in size, but then it is not considered compact, but narrow.
Installing small dishwashers is no different from standard sized appliances. You will also have to connect it to plumbing, drains and electricity. Do not think that since the PMM is smaller, it consumes a minimum of resources. The consumption of water and electricity is approximately equal to a narrow dishwasher.
Advantages and disadvantages
Let’s start with the pros:
- A mini dishwasher can be installed on the surface of a table or cabinet, or built into a niche or under the sink, which ensures proximity to communications. The car is completely hidden behind the facade and does not stand out from the overall design.
- Miniature PMMs also wash dishes well, like full-size models.
- You can not accumulate dishes in the sink, waiting for a full load. So cutlery can be washed after every meal.
Built-in PMMs come with a protective panel that protects the countertop from hot steam.
Now about the shortcomings:
- Small capacity. Not all pots fit in the chamber, and the baking sheets are not included at all.
- In a compact PMM, you will not wash more than 4-6 sets of dishes. By running the dishwasher several times a day, the consumption of water and electricity increases several times.
- The cost of equipment practically does not differ from other machines, despite the small dimensions.
It turns out that it is more profitable to purchase a narrow built-in model, especially since the price is practically the same. At the same time, the capacity will be greater, at one time you can wash up to 10 sets of dishes, saving resources. We do not dissuade you from buying: we only weigh the pros and cons of purchasing a compact dishwasher.
Browse popular models
Let’s take a closer look at the most popular compact models from well-known manufacturers.
Flavia CI 55 HAVANA
The fully built-in model is designed for 6 sets of dishes. A machine with dimensions of 55x50x43,8 cm consumes 7 liters of water per cycle and consumes 0,61 kWh of electricity.
Manufacturers have provided 7 main programs. Among them are a delicate mode for fragile dishes and a pre-soak for heavily soiled dishes. Delay start up to 24 hours allows you to start washing at a convenient time. The case received protection against leaks.
The CI 55 Havana is a Chinese-built model whose manufacturer specializes only in dishwashers. The price is from 22 rubles.
Customer Reviews
In general, the Flavia dishwasher received positive reviews. Users note the cost-effectiveness of the consumption of detergent powder. In this case, it makes no sense to use 3-in-1 tabletsbecause they are designed for a full size car. The dishes are washed well, but large dishes and deep soup cups do not fit. It is advised to use plates no larger than 25,5 cm. An excellent option for a family of 2-3 people.
AEG F 55200 VI
The machine is completely built into the headset, niche or cabinet under the sink. The maximum capacity of the chamber is 6 sets of dishes. Electronic type of control with a display helps you choose from 6 programs. Condensation drying removes residual moisture from appliances.
The hopper inside is made of stainless steel, the upper basket can be rearranged in tiers and adjusted in size. There is a timer for a delayed start up to 19 hours. Overall dimensions of the equipment are 54,6 × 49,3 × 44,7 cm. Water consumption is 7 liters per cycle, and electricity consumption is 0,64 kW per hour.
The cost is from 44 rubles.
User Reviews
A quiet low machine that will fit into a small kitchen with limited space. Washes dishes well, the main thing – correct water hardness. Uses half a 3-in-1 tablet per cycle, so it’s best to use powders. Drying is not very good, the plates are damp at the exit. Not all appliances fit in the main basket.
Siemens SK 76M544
PMM is partially built-in and holds up to 6 sets. The flow heater quickly heats the water, which consumes 8 liters per cycle. Energy class A, allows the machine to consume 0,62 kW per hour.
The control panel with a display will help you conveniently choose from 6 modes, among which there is a delay start up to 24 hours. Additional technologies built in:
- Intensive Zone. In the lower box, the water pressure is increased, which allows you to wash heavily soiled plates, pans, pots.
- Vario Speed Plus. Mode time is reduced.
- hygiene plus. Disinfection of dishes by prolonged treatment with high temperature water.
Also, the equipment received full protection against leaks and children. Dimensions 60x50x45,4 cm. Price – from 46 rubles.
User Reviews
Siemens SK 76M544 received a lot of positive feedback. Everyone was satisfied with the quality of washing and drying even such difficult-to-clean frying pans and pots. Suitable for a small family, because with a large load, the dishes are washed poorly.
Bosch SCE 52M55
Embedded model with open panel. The body dimensions are 59,5×59,5×50 cm. SCE 52M55 has a larger capacity than previous machines – 8 sets of dishes. Water consumption is 8,7 liters.
The grids in the lower basket can be folded, the main basket is height adjustable. Built-in 5 main programs, as well as additional modes. For example, Hygiene Plus provides hot water washing, which destroys many germs. VarioSpeed Plus reduces the time of installed programs.
The system “Aquastop” and protection against children is provided. The price is from 45 rubles.
Customer Reviews
The machine cleans appliances well, but the location of the baskets in the hopper is inconvenient. Fits few utensils. Many complain that Bosch appliances are not reliable, this particular model often fails, and repairs are very expensive. Replacing the heating element will cost 10 rubles. The cost of a dishwasher is equal to a standard PMM with a larger capacity. Therefore, it is advised, if possible, to choose narrow options with a larger load.
Having studied all the advantages and disadvantages of compact dishwashers, you can go to the store for a purchase.
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