To find a dishwasher that best suits your needs, consider the style and layout of your kitchen. This helpful guide answers some common questions and explains all the different types, sizes and features available to you.

Types of dishwashers

There are two main types to choose from, integrated dishwashers and freestanding dishwashers. Since all performance features are available in both types, the key difference is the placement options. Integrated dishwashers are available in a range of sizes and installation options, namely fully integrated dishwashers, semi-integrated dishwashers, and built-under dishwashers. Freestanding dishwashers also come in a range of sizes, including compact (small, table top) versions.

Siemens fully-integrated dishwashers

What is a fully integrated dishwasher?

A fully integrated dishwasher (or built-in dishwasher) is permanently installed, with a front panel that matches your kitchen cabinets. This type of dishwasher is practically invisible, offering a sleek look that matches your kitchen design. The control panel is conveniently located on the top edge of the door, making it easy to operate when you open the dishwasher.

Siemens semi-integrated dishwashers

What is a semi-integrated dishwasher?

A semi-integrated dishwasher is designed to be almost completely hidden by your kitchen cabinet. Only the top control panel is visible, while the rest is behind the unit for a seamless look.

Siemens built-under dishwashers

What is a built-under dishwasher?

A built-under dishwasher (also known as an under-sink dishwasher or under-counter dishwasher) fits conveniently under your worktop. They are quick and easy to install in the space and are eye-catching with their own modern design.

Siemens freestanding dishwashers

What is a freestanding dishwasher?

Freestanding dishwashers are standalone units that can be installed in any space with access to water and drainage. Whether you put it next to other appliances or standing in a niche, such as under the kitchen worktop, your options are flexible. They’re very easy to set up and install, offering all the intelligent functions and programs you’d expect from a Siemens dishwasher.

Dishwasher dimensions

Standard, taller, slimline, compact, or countertop: the size of dishwasher you need depends on the space available in your kitchen as well as your household size.

Standard size of a dishwasher

What is the standard size of a dishwasher?

The standard dishwasher size has a width of 60cm. The heights vary slightly, with fully integrated, semi-integrated and built-under at 81.5cm and freestanding at 85cm. These full-sized models are ideal for families, as well as singles or couples who like to entertain.

Siemens slimline dishwasher

What size is a slimline dishwasher?

For smaller spaces, a slimline freestanding dishwasher measures 45cm wide x 85cm high. Fully-integrated, semi-integrated and built-under slimline models measure 45cm wide x 81.5cm high.

Siemens large capacity dishwasher

What size is a large capacity dishwasher?

At 60cm wide x 86.5cm high, an XXL size dishwasher offers the most washing capacity. These models are available as fully integrated, semi-integrated and built-under appliances, perfect for kitchen with a high worktop.

Small size dishwasher

What size is a small dishwasher?

Siemens built-in compact dishwashers are 60cm wide and 45cm high, or 60cm wide and 60cm high. The freestanding versions (table top dishwashers) are slightly thinner, with a width of 55cm.

What is the quietest dishwasher I can have?

Dishwashers are given a noise rating according to their decibel level. Models with a rating of 45 dB or less are categorised as silent.

Dishwasher quick wash vs normal wash

Dishwasher quick wash vs normal wash

  • Eco programes run up to 4hrs

  • Quick cycles: ideal for greater flexibility when dishes and cutlery are needed quickly

  • Longer programs: run more efficiently as water and detergent have more time to soak and less heat is needed. Ideal for running over night

  • There is always the option to use the auto program, leaving it to the intelligent appliance to determine what program time is needed based on the individual load and dirtiness level

What innovative dishwasher features do Siemens offer?

Extra protection and shine: glassZone

Extra protection and shine for you glassware

glassZone is an area in the dishwasher specifically designed for delicate glassware, including crystal glasses. Six integrated nozzles provide a constant, yet gentle, supply of water, while the soft anti-slip base ensures glasses are safe and secure at all times.

Maximum loading convenience: flexComfort Pro

Maximum loading flexibility

Siemens flexComfort and flexComfort Pro baskets allow you to set up your dishwasher in whatever way works best for you. Fit up to 14 place setting and easily reconfigure it for unusual loads, such as large bowls and bulky items. In addition, the new low-friction wheels make loading and unloading smoother.

Personalise performance with Home Connect

Personalise performance with Home Connect

The Home Connect app allows you to monitor and control your WiFi-enabled Siemens dishwasher from anywhere, via your smartphone. But that’s not all. You can also customise standard programmes to suit your needs by providing feedback on the duration, cleaning and drying results with Intelligent Programme. Need clean dishes fast? Simply speed up any cycle in the app or with voice commands, via a connected smart assistant speaker.

How to choose an eco-friendly dishwasher

While most modern appliances are designed to be eco-friendly, every machine is given an eco-rating which you can find displayed on your dishwasher. Ratings range from A – G with A being the most energy- and water-efficient.

Siemens dishwashers are highly efficient, saving up to 90% more water compared to manual dishwashing. Our intelligent Zeolith® drying technology further reduces energy and water consumption. And auto programme adapts the cycle time and temperature based on the level of soiling, ensuring optimal consumption for every load.

Reduce energy consumption with Siemens dishwashers

Energy consumption: how much energy does a dishwasher use?

Dishwashers are surprisingly energy efficient. A standard 1200-watt model with a 1-hour wash cycle uses 1.2 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity. Siemens dishwashers use only approx. 1 kWh of energy for each wash.

Reduce water consumption with Siemens dishwashers

Water consumption: how much water does a dishwasher use?

Siemens dishwashers use only 10 - 12 liters of water per wash. To further reduce consumption and cleaning time, select the quick rinse program whenever possible or use the Variospeed Plus feature.

What colour options do I have?

Siemens White dishwashers

White dishwashers

A dishwasher in white goes well with many color schemes and blends well with either modern or traditional designs.

Siemens Silver inox dishwashers

Silver inox dishwashers

Classic stainless steel looks good enough to be a design feature in a kitchen. The antiFingerprint feature puts an end to annoying fingerprints on stainless steel surfaces.

Siemens Black dishwashers

Black dishwashers

Black is a timeless color, and a black dishwasher will go well with most kitchen color schemes. Black adds sleek elegance to a kitchen design and has the added advantage of concealing dirt.

What additional things should I consider?

Easy-open, handle-free door: openAssist

With openAssist, all you have to do is press lightly on the door front to open the integrated dishwasher door. It's so easy and entirely handle-free. Not only is it more convenient to open, but it can also be seamlessly integrated into any modern handle-free kitchen.

Information on the floor: timeLight

For a quick check on dishwashing progress, the innovative timeLight projects the remaining time in minutes, the programme status, and any error messages alternately on your kitchen floor.

Where can I buy Siemens appliances?

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