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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£370
  • Avg. price in US: ~$550
  • No. of place settings: 12
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 50 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Balay 3VF5010NP review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Dishwashers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Very good
6.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

6.1

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Features

25.0%

6.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

Good
9.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(63)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 3.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    5.0

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    10.0%

    6.4

    No. of place settings

  • 3.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    6.4

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Balay 3VF5010NP is a fully integrated 60 cm dishwasher with capacity for 12 place settings, five wash programmes, Home Connect app support, standard dimensions of 81.5 x 59.8 x 55 cm, and a mixed stainless-steel and Polinox tub. Its main strengths include the durable ExtraSilencio inverter motor, a flexible half-load option, and integrated AquaStop leak protection. Its drawbacks are the relatively modest Class E energy rating, consumption of 92 kWh per 100 cycles, and a 50 dB noise level that is slightly higher than quieter alternatives.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Balay 3VF5010NP

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

6.1

Performance

30.0%

7.4

Features

25.0%

6.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

6.7
Balay 3VF5010NP has a technical score of 6.67 points, which is lower than 87.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(63)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.3
Balay 3VF5010NP has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 93.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
Balay 3VF5010NP has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 65.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.6

Price

7.6
Balay 3VF5010NP has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.6 points, which is lower than 67.9% of products in this category.
Energy efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: HIGH

E
Balay 3VF5010NP has energy efficiency class E, which is worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 26.5% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Washing efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Balay 3VF5010NP has washing efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Balay 3VF5010NP has drying efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

C
Balay 3VF5010NP has noise emission class C, which is worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 40.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

Importance: HIGH

0.92 kWh
Balay 3VF5010NP uses 0.92 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 78.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.5% of dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

4
Balay 3VF5010NP offers 4 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 96.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.9% of dishwashers.
Quick wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quick wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has a quick wash program. This feature is present in 99.6% of dishwashers.
Quick wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

60 min
Balay 3VF5010NP completes its quick wash in 60 min, which is longer than that of 76.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 19.9% of dishwashers.
Eco wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

270 min
Balay 3VF5010NP completes its Eco wash in 270 min, which is longer than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.2% of dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 60% of dishwashers.
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Automatic door opening
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

no
Balay 3VF5010NP does not have an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.8% of dishwashers.
Touch screen
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Touch screen.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.2% of dishwashers.
Load sensor
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Load sensor.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.6% of dishwashers.
Overflow protection
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Overflow protection.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has overflow protection. This feature is present in 97.1% of dishwashers.
Adjustable water softener
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Adjustable water softener.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
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Type of installation
What it is: This attribute refers to Type of installation.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: LOW

built-in
No. of place settings
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

12
Balay 3VF5010NP holds 12 place settings, which is fewer than that of 76% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.4% of dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Cutlery basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% of dishwashers.
Height adjustable top basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Height adjustable top basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93% of dishwashers.
Digital display
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Digital display.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Balay 3VF5010NP has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Balay 3VF5010NP vs the average dishwasher

  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Balay 3VF5010NP supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Wi-Fi.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Balay 3VF5010NP supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Balay 3VF5010NP supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Voice control.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Cable length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Cable length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Supply hose length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Supply hose length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Balay 3VF5010NP is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).81.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 8.5 kg lighter weight
    Balay 3VF5010NP is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.6 kg vs 39.1 kg).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Weight.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Weight across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.6 kg vs 39.1 kg).30.6 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 16.3% higher user score
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.3 vs 8).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.
    When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.3 vs 8).9.3 vs 8
  • 10x more popular
    Balay 3VF5010NP is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
    When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
    Balay 3VF5010NP is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Balay 3VF5010NP supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Balay 3VF5010NP supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Balay 3VF5010NP is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 8.5 kg lighter weight
    Balay 3VF5010NP is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.6 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Balay 3VF5010NP is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

Total
Overall
Features
Design
  • 6 dB higher noise level
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (50 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.17 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 280 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Balay 3VF5010NP takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Balay 3VF5010NP supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Balay 3VF5010NP takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • 2 fewer wash programs
    Balay 3VF5010NP offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (4 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 2 fewer place settings
    Balay 3VF5010NP holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • 6 dB higher noise level
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (50 dB vs 44 dB).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Noise level.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Noise level across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Balay 3VF5010NP has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (50 dB vs 44 dB).50 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.17 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.92 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Balay 3VF5010NP takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Balay 3VF5010NP takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).60 min vs 30 min
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Balay 3VF5010NP does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • 2 fewer place settings
    Balay 3VF5010NP holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Balay 3VF5010NP holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).12 vs 14
  • Worse noise emission class
    Balay 3VF5010NP has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Balay 3VF5010NP has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Water usage per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Water usage per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Balay 3VF5010NP uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).10.5 L vs 9.5 L
Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
63 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Balay 3VF5010NP?

  • Excellent cleaning and drying efficiency on daily dishes
  • Extremely quiet operation due to the ExtraSilencio motor
  • Convenient Wi-Fi connectivity and smartphone control via the Home Connect app
  • Good overall value for a mid-range integrated appliance
  • Versatile interior configuration with adjustable racks and a modular cutlery basket
  • Useful 1-hour fast wash program that delivers great cleaning results

What customers dislike about Balay 3VF5010NP?

  • Energy efficiency rating is relatively low (Class E under current standards)
  • Lack of a status light indicator or audible end-of-cycle signal for some users while fully integrated
  • Occasional incomplete drying on plastic kitchenware items
  • Slightly complex control interface for less tech-savvy users

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