Bosch full size dishwashers are all 60 cm wide and come in two forms. Freestanding models slot into a gap under the worktop, and built-in models sit behind your kitchen furniture. They hold 12 to 14 place settings, enough for a family's daily load or the dishes after a dinner party. The range covers Bosch Series 2, Series 4, Series 6 and Series 8, and you get more features as you move up the series.

If you're replacing a standalone machine, the Bosch 60 cm wide freestanding dishwashers come in white or silver inox. Some Series 2 models also come in a brushed silver anti-fingerprint finish. For a fitted kitchen, most Bosch 60 cm wide built-in dishwashers are fully integrated, hidden behind a door panel that matches your units. There's also a semi-integrated stainless steel option that leaves the controls on show. Several Series 4 integrated models have Vario Hinge, which lifts the furniture panel as the door opens. This keeps the gaps between fronts small and helps if the dishwasher sits at a non-standard height.

Energy ratings vary widely, from E on entry-level Series 2 models to A on selected Series 6 models and the Series 8. A more efficient machine usually costs more to buy but less to run, which adds up if you use it every day. Noise levels go from 46 dB down to 40 dB on the quieter Series 4, 6 and 8 models, and one Series 6 integrated model has a Silence programme for running late in the evening. Most models are internet connected, so you can check and control them through Bosch's Home Connect app. Some have a cutlery basket and others a cutlery tray, which frees up space in the lower basket. The Series 8 adds a colour TFT display and an interior light.

To narrow things down, start by choosing freestanding or built-in. Then decide whether you need 12 or 14 place settings, and whether a quieter, more efficient Series 6 or 8 is worth paying more for than a Series 2 or 4. If space is tight, take a look at Bosch slimline dishwashers instead.