Bosch SPU4HMW12E built-in dishwasher, 45 cm, 10 place settings, class D, Wi-Fi

A slimline dishwasher is the answer in a kitchen where a 60 cm model simply does not fit. SPU4HMW12E takes up only 45 cm of width, yet washes 10 place settings in one cycle. For a household of two or three, that usually means a whole day of plates, glasses and cutlery goes into a single load and the sink stays clear.

The machine has 6 washing programmes selected on an electronic control panel, and a display shows the chosen settings. Wi-Fi support means the dishwasher can be connected to your home wireless network. A child lock keeps small hands from changing the programme by accident or stopping the wash halfway through a cycle.

AquaStop is a leak protection system designed so that if a hose is damaged or the machine leaks internally, water does not end up on the kitchen floor or in the flat below. For a built-in model this matters even more, because the appliance sits inside the cabinetry and a leak would not necessarily be visible straight away.

According to the manufacturer, the maximum noise level is 44 dB with noise class B. When the kitchen and living room share one space, quiet operation counts: you can run the machine in the evening while the family relaxes nearby. The energy class is D on the A–G scale, with 67 kWh per 100 washing cycles, a figure that is easy to compare with other models' energy labels.

The machine measures 45 cm wide, 57 cm deep and 82 cm high, and weighs 29.5 kg. A built-in dishwasher is installed between kitchen units under the worktop. Before installation, measure the niche and check that the water supply, drain and socket are close to where the machine will stand.

SPU4HMW12E suits a flat with a compact kitchen and a household of two or three people for whom 10 place settings per cycle is enough. The white finish, display and Wi-Fi make it a modern choice, while AquaStop and the child lock give peace of mind to families with small children and to anyone living in an apartment building.