Home: Size of Dishwashers: Compact, Slimline, Fullsize

The capacity of a dishwasher is largely dependent on it's overall size / dimension.

As most modern dishwashers are usually installed under worktops or within cabinets, manufacturers stick to standard dimensions.

The three standard width sizes are as follows,

1. Compact - Width 55cm wide. Usually placed on a worktop.

2. Slimline - Width 45cm wide. For small families, singles and couples.

3. Fullsize - Width 60cm wide. For large families and businesses.

Of the three above form sizes, the fullsize dishwasher is the one most people will think of as 'the' standard size. Measured as sixty centimetres in Europe and twenty four inches in North America.

The width and depth is the same for fullsize dishwahers. But it does differ for compact and slimline dishwashers. So for example.

1. Compact - Depth is 50cm

2. Slimline - Depth is 60cm

3. Fullsize - Depth is 60cm

The final dimension we need to consider is the height of the three form factors.

1. Compact - Height 45cm

2. Slimline - Height 85cm

3. Fullsize - Height 85cm