Bosch SPV2HMX02E built-in dishwasher, 45 cm, 10 place settings, class D

The manufacturer lists five programmes: Eco for economical everyday washing, Automatic 45–65 °C, which picks a temperature between 45 and 65 degrees, Intensive for heavily soiled pots and pans, Express 65 °C and a custom programme. That gives you an option both for lightly used breakfast cups and for the roasting tins left after a Sunday dinner.

The slim 45 cm body holds 10 place settings per cycle. The third basket, a top-level cutlery tray, frees up space below, because knives, forks and ladles lie on a separate level. A day's dishes for a household of two or three usually fit into a single load, and a smaller household can run the machine less often.

AquaSensor is a sensor that monitors the condition of the wash water so the machine can use water according to how dirty the dishes are. The delay start lets you push the beginning of the wash back by up to 9 hours: load the machine in the evening and let it run at night or while nobody is at home. A child lock prevents accidental programme changes.

The energy class is D on the A–G scale, with 67 kWh per 100 washing cycles. The maximum noise level is 46 dB, noise class C. This model has no display, so programmes are selected with the panel buttons and indicator lights. If you would also like a display and a quick wash, look at SPV2HMX42E.

The machine measures 45 cm wide, 55 cm deep and 82 cm high, and weighs 27.8 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, as extending the hoses adds extra work.

SPV2HMX02E suits a flat with a compact kitchen and a household of two or three that wants a dishwasher built into the kitchen units without extra frills. Dimensions of 45 × 55 × 82 cm and a weight of 27.8 kg, the third basket, AquaSensor and a delay start of up to 9 hours cover everyday needs.