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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£300
  • Avg. price in US: ~$370
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 47 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Candy CF3E7L0S review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

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%

6.9

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.9

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%

5.9

Performance

30.0%

7.9

Features

25.0%

7.8

Programmes

10.0%

5.2

Design

Good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    3.7

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.6

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 4.7
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.6

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £300

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Candy RapidÓ CF 3E7L0S is a freestanding 60 cm dishwasher featuring a 13 place setting capacity, a standard 2-basket configuration, and a durable brushless Speed-Drive Inverter Motor operating at a 47 dB noise level. Its standout specifications include a spacious Maxi TUB interior that adds 3.5 cm of vertical loading clearance, a rapid 49-minute wash-and-dry cycle, a delayed start timer (3-6-9 hours), and full smart connectivity (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) via the hOn app. Key pros center on its generous interior room for large items, quiet performance, and advanced remote controls. On the downside, the appliance carries a mediocre energy efficiency rating of Class E, consumes a relatively high 10.9 liters of water per cycle, and lacks a dedicated third cutlery tray.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Candy CF3E7L0S

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%

?

Performance

30.0%

?

Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

6.9
Candy CF3E7L0S has a technical score of 6.91 points, which is lower than 83.1% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Candy CF3E7L0S has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

7.5
Candy CF3E7L0S has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is lower than 74.1% 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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

0.93 kWh
Candy CF3E7L0S uses 0.93 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 84.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 4.1% 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

5
Candy CF3E7L0S offers 5 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 78% of dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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

49 min
Candy CF3E7L0S completes its quick wash in 49 min, which is longer than that of 72.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.1% 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

234 min
Candy CF3E7L0S completes its Eco wash in 234 min, which is shorter than that of 52.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.3% 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

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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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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

no
Candy CF3E7L0S does not have a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.7% 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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

freestanding
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

13
Candy CF3E7L0S holds 13 place settings, which is fewer than that of 55.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.7% 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

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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
Candy CF3E7L0S 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

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Candy CF3E7L0S vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-cleaning filter system.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CF3E7L0S reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Max cleaning temperature.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Max cleaning temperature across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Candy CF3E7L0S reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • Has a pause option
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Pause option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Bluetooth.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CF3E7L0S supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Program sequence indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • 40% cheaper
    Candy CF3E7L0S is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£300 vs £420).
    Candy CF3E7L0S is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£300 vs £420).£300 vs £420
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CF3E7L0S reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • Has a pause option
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • 1 min shorter Eco wash time
    Candy CF3E7L0S finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (234 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.1 cm narrower width
    Candy CF3E7L0S is narrower than the average dishwasher (59.7 cm vs 59.8 cm).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • 0.18 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 1.4 L higher water usage per cycle
    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 3 dB higher noise level
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 392 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (3052 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 0.5 W higher standby power consumption
    Candy CF3E7L0S has higher standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (1 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Candy CF3E7L0S offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • 19 min longer quick wash time
    Candy CF3E7L0S takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (49 min vs 30 min).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Candy CF3E7L0S offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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 load sensor
    Candy CF3E7L0S does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Candy CF3E7L0S holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Candy CF3E7L0S does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Candy CF3E7L0S is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Candy CF3E7L0S is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 5.75 kg heavier weight
    Candy CF3E7L0S is heavier than the average dishwasher (44.9 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S 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.
  • 0.18 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.93 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Candy CF3E7L0S does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 1.4 L higher water usage per cycle
    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.9 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.9 L vs 9.5 L).10.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 3 dB higher noise level
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (47 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).47 dB vs 44 dB
  • Worse noise emission class
    Candy CF3E7L0S 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

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CF3E7L0S supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Maximum delay duration.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Maximum delay duration across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CF3E7L0S supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Candy CF3E7L0S has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
    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

    Candy CF3E7L0S has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
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Performance
Programmes
Features
Design

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What customers like about Candy CF3E7L0S?

  • Spacious Maxi-TUB design provides ample room for large trays and kitchen utensils.
  • Fast and effective 49-minute quick wash cycle.
  • Smart features and hOn app integration, including the helpful Snap&Wash load recognition function.
  • Quiet operation while running (47 dB noise level).
  • Economical water and energy consumption.
  • Smart Door automatic opening feature improves natural drying efficiency.

What customers dislike about Candy CF3E7L0S?

  • Unadjustable internal racks and fixed basket prongs make it rigid for organizing different types of dishes.
  • Main and Eco wash cycles sometimes struggle with heavy dirt or baked-on residue on pots and pans.
  • The hOn app setup and Wi-Fi features can occasionally feel tricky or unintuitive to set up for some users.
  • Racks and internal plastic components can feel slightly less premium or fragile compared to high-end brands.

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