Miele freestanding dishwashers come in two widths. There is a 45 cm slimline model for 9 place settings and several 60 cm models that each hold 14 place settings. All of them have a cutlery tray instead of relying on a basket alone. You can choose between white and Clean Steel finishes, so a dishwasher can match either white goods or a stainless-look kitchen.

The 60 cm models carry an A energy rating, and their quoted noise levels run from 45 dB down to 42 dB, which is worth comparing if your kitchen is open plan. The slimline model is rated C for energy and 44 dB, so it trades some efficiency for a narrower footprint. Several 60 cm models have the 3D MultiFlex tray, a top-level tray that adjusts to make room for cutlery, utensils and other small items. Some models also connect to the internet through Miele@home, and these tend to offer more wash programmes than the simpler push-button machines.

To narrow it down, start with the space you have. If a 60 cm gap is too wide, look at Miele slimline dishwashers. Otherwise, compare the 60 cm models by noise level, the 3D MultiFlex tray and app connectivity, or browse all Miele full-size dishwashers. If you would rather hide the dishwasher behind a kitchen door, see the Miele built-in dishwashers instead.