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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • No. of place settings: 6
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 51 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: no

Candy CP6E51LW80 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%

6.6

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Good
6.6

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%

6.8

Performance

30.0%

6.4

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

5.2

Design

Good
8.5

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%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
(82)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.4
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    10.0%

    1.0

    No. of place settings

  • 3.3
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    20.0%

    4.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    1.0

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Candy RapidÓ CP6E51LW80 is a compact, tabletop dishwasher offering a 6 place setting capacity, 5 wash programs (including Eco 45°C, Intensive 75°C, and Glass), and an E energy efficiency rating that utilizes 55 kWh per 100 cycles and 6.5 liters of water per cycle. Measuring 44.3 x 55.0 x 50.1 cm with a 51 dB noise rating, its standout pros include a rapid 35-minute wash and dry cycle, a flexible half-load option that reduces resource consumption by up to 10%, a 9-hour delay start timer, and a compact footprint ideal for small kitchens. However, notable cons include mediocre drying performance due to its basic condensation system, a lack of automatic smart sensor programs, a fixed lower basket layout that limits loading flexibility, and the absence of an automated door-opening feature.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Candy CP6E51LW80

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%

6.8

Performance

30.0%

6.4

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

5.2

Design

6.6
Candy CP6E51LW80 has a technical score of 6.56 points, which is lower than 90.2% 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%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
(82)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.5
Candy CP6E51LW80 has a user score of 8.46 points, which is higher than 70% 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
Candy CP6E51LW80 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

7.6
Candy CP6E51LW80 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
Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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

D
Candy CP6E51LW80 has noise emission class D, which is worse than that of 95.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 4.1% 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

0.55 kWh
Candy CP6E51LW80 uses 0.55 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 85.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.1% 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 CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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

212 min
Candy CP6E51LW80 completes its Eco wash in 212 min, which is shorter than that of 76.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.2% 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

yes
Candy CP6E51LW80 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

no
Candy CP6E51LW80 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

yes
Candy CP6E51LW80 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

no
Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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

countertop
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

6
Candy CP6E51LW80 holds 6 place settings, which is fewer than that of 95.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.8% 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
Candy CP6E51LW80 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

no
Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93.1% 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

no
Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Candy CP6E51LW80 vs the average dishwasher

  • 3 L lower water usage per cycle
    Candy CP6E51LW80 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.5 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

    Candy CP6E51LW80 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.5 L vs 9.5 L).6.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • 0.2 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CP6E51LW80 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 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 CP6E51LW80 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.55 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • Has a touch screen
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • 23 min shorter Eco wash time
    Candy CP6E51LW80 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (212 min vs 235 min).
    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

    Candy CP6E51LW80 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (212 min vs 235 min).212 min vs 235 min
  • 37.7 cm shorter height
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is shorter than the average dishwasher (44.3 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 CP6E51LW80 is shorter than the average dishwasher (44.3 cm vs 82 cm).44.3 cm vs 82 cm
  • 5.9 cm shallower depth
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is shallower than the average dishwasher (50.1 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 CP6E51LW80 is shallower than the average dishwasher (50.1 cm vs 56 cm).50.1 cm vs 56 cm
  • 15.1 kg lighter weight
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is lighter than the average dishwasher (24 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 CP6E51LW80 is lighter than the average dishwasher (24 kg vs 39.1 kg).24 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 3 L lower water usage per cycle
    Candy CP6E51LW80 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.5 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 0.2 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CP6E51LW80 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CP6E51LW80 reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 23 min shorter Eco wash time
    Candy CP6E51LW80 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (212 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a touch screen
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • 37.7 cm shorter height
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is shorter than the average dishwasher (44.3 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 5.9 cm shallower depth
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is shallower than the average dishwasher (50.1 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 4.8 cm narrower width
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is narrower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 15.1 kg lighter weight
    Candy CP6E51LW80 is lighter than the average dishwasher (24 kg vs 39.1 kg).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • 7 dB higher noise level
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (51 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (D vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a hot-water connection, while the average dishwasher has a hot-water connection. 87.5% of dishwashers have a hot-water connection.
  • 0.5 W higher standby power consumption
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has higher standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (1 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Candy CP6E51LW80 offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CP6E51LW80 supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Candy CP6E51LW80 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Candy CP6E51LW80 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 8 fewer place settings
    Candy CP6E51LW80 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (6 vs 14).
  • Does not have a height-adjustable top basket
    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a height-adjustable top basket, while the average dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. 93% of dishwashers have a height-adjustable top basket.
  • Does not have a digital display
    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a digital display, while the average dishwasher has a digital display. 90.3% of dishwashers have a digital display.
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 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.
  • 7 dB higher noise level
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (51 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 CP6E51LW80 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (51 dB vs 44 dB).51 dB vs 44 dB
  • 8 fewer place settings
    Candy CP6E51LW80 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (6 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

    Candy CP6E51LW80 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (6 vs 14).6 vs 14
  • Worse noise emission class
    Candy CP6E51LW80 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (D 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 CP6E51LW80 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (D vs B).D vs B
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Candy CP6E51LW80 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 CP6E51LW80 has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Time remaining indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Candy CP6E51LW80 does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
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United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
82 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Candy CP6E51LW80?

  • Fantastic value for money and highly affordable
  • Extremely fast 35-minute rapid wash and dry cycle
  • Compact tabletop design ideal for small kitchens and individuals
  • Fuss-free and quick installation via regular sink connections
  • Quiet operation that runs smoothly overnight
  • Convenient half-load option that reduces water and energy consumption

What customers dislike about Candy CP6E51LW80?

  • Mediocre drying performance using a basic condensation system
  • The wire pull-out tray has widely spaced gaps, causing small cups and glasses to fall through
  • Struggles to completely clean heavily soiled items
  • Fixed rack layout offers very limited loading flexibility
  • General brand reliability concerns and problematic after-sales customer service

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