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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$650
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Candy CNF4A4S3PSX review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7

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%

8.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.7

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%

9.3

Performance

30.0%

9.1

Features

25.0%

8.3

Programmes

10.0%

6.1

Design

Excellent
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 9.3
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The CANDY CNF4A4S3PSX is a 60 cm freestanding dishwasher offering a generous 14 place-setting capacity, a third basket for cutlery, and a spacious Maxi-Tub interior. Key specs include a highly efficient A-rating for energy, an ultra-quiet 44 dB noise level, a 9.5 L water consumption rate per cycle, and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for smart control via the hOn app. Main pros include its versatile 10 wash programs, rapid 35-minute wash-and-dry cycle, automatic Smart Door opening, and Powerwash technology for heavily soiled items. Potential cons include a slightly lengthy 239-minute Eco cycle and the fact that the full user manual must be downloaded from the internet.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Candy CNF4A4S3PSX

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%

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Performance

30.0%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

8.7
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a technical score of 8.66 points, which is higher than 88.2% 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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%

8.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

8.5
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.5 points, which is higher than 90.6% 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

A
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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

B
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has noise emission class B, which is better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 54.2% 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

0.54 kWh
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX uses 0.54 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 86.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.8% 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

10
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX offers 10 wash programs, which is more than that of 91.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.2% 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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

35 min
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX completes its quick wash in 35 min, which is longer than that of 66.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.6% 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

239 min
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX completes its Eco wash in 239 min, which is longer than that of 57.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.4% 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

yes
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% 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

yes
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% 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

yes
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.1% 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
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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

14
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% 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

no
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX does not have a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.5% 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
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Candy CNF4A4S3PSX vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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 CNF4A4S3PSX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • 4 more wash programs
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
    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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).10 vs 6
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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 CNF4A4S3PSX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.54 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • Has a touch screen
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • 4 more wash programs
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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 CNF4A4S3PSX is narrower than the average dishwasher (59.7 cm vs 59.8 cm).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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.
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).
  • 4 min longer Eco wash time
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (239 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 10.15 kg heavier weight
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is heavier than the average dishwasher (49.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quiet wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX 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.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is taller than the average dishwasher (85 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 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 CNF4A4S3PSX supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).23 h vs 24 h
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).35 min vs 30 min
  • 10.15 kg heavier weight
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is heavier than the average dishwasher (49.3 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is heavier than the average dishwasher (49.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).49.25 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Depth.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Depth across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).59.8 cm vs 56 cm
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 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

    Candy CNF4A4S3PSX has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).1.5 m vs 1.55 m
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What customers like about Candy CNF4A4S3PSX?

  • High energy efficiency with Class A rating
  • Quiet operation at 44 dB thanks to the Inverter Speed-Drive motor
  • Spacious 14 place setting capacity with a large Maxi-Tub
  • Convenient third cutlery rack and premium glass/cup holders
  • Smart connectivity via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth using the hOn app
  • Effective intensive cleaning with the 6-jet Powerwash system for pots and pans
  • Automatic door opening (Smart Door) that enhances natural drying
  • Practical short cycles including a 35-minute Wash & Dry option

What customers dislike about Candy CNF4A4S3PSX?

  • Average overall cleaning performance relative to price in some consumer expert testing
  • Actual cycle times can be significantly longer than advertised when automatic door drying is active
  • Dishes can remain wet or require manual drying if the automatic door opening feature is turned off during rapid programs
  • Fixed rack elements limit loading flexibility for awkwardly shaped dishes
  • Inconsistent answers from manufacturer customer service regarding cycle length expectations

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