OVERALL
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
ALTERNATIVES

Candy CS5B4F1PMA Review | 59 Data compared

double-arrow
  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$580
  • No. of place settings: 15
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: ?
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Candy CS5B4F1PMA review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.8

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%

8.8

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Excellent
8.8

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%

9.1

Performance

30.0%

9.6

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.4

Design

Excellent
?

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

  • 8.6
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.1
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • No image
No image

Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £440

Best rankings

?

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The CANDY CS5B4F1PMA is a 60 cm fully integrated dishwasher featuring a spacious 15-place setting capacity, an expanded Maxi Tub interior, and a sleek sliding door mechanism. It operates with 8 versatile washing programs, a convenient delayed start timer, a height-adjustable upper basket via the Easy Click system, a specialized cutlery tray, and floor projection status lighting (FloorLight). Key advantages include smart home connectivity through the hOn app via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, a powerful yet quiet 44 dB operation, and an efficient energy class B rating. However, a potential drawback is that it requires custom kitchen furniture panel installation as a fully integrated appliance, which adds complexity compared to freestanding models.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Candy CS5B4F1PMA

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%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

8.8
Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a technical score of 8.84 points, which is higher than 93.7% 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

?
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 CS5B4F1PMA 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%

8.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

8.6
Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.6 points, which is higher than 94.9% 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

B
Candy CS5B4F1PMA has energy efficiency class B, which is better than that of 74.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 13.4% 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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

0.65 kWh
Candy CS5B4F1PMA uses 0.65 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 70.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% of dishwashers.
Show more
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

8
Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers 8 wash programs, which is more than that of 64% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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

240 min
Candy CS5B4F1PMA completes its Eco wash in 240 min, which is longer than that of 59.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 13.8% 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
Candy CS5B4F1PMA does not have a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 60% of dishwashers.
Show more
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 CS5B4F1PMA 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

no
Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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
Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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

?
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 CS5B4F1PMA has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
Show more
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

?
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

15
Candy CS5B4F1PMA holds 15 place settings, which is more than that of 88.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% 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

?
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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
Show more

Candy CS5B4F1PMA vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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.
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash temperatures.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash temperatures across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B 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 CS5B4F1PMA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • 2 more wash programs
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 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 CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Has a pause option
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • Has a pause option
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 1 more place settings
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.2 cm shorter height
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.8 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.59 kg lighter weight
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA is lighter than the average dishwasher (38.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 time-remaining indicator
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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.
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).
  • 5 min longer Eco wash time
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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

    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 time-remaining indicator
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Child lock.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Candy CS5B4F1PMA does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).35 min vs 30 min
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA 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 CS5B4F1PMA has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).1.5 m vs 1.55 m
  • 5 min longer Eco wash time
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 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 CS5B4F1PMA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).240 min vs 235 min
  • 4.8% more expensive
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£440 vs £420).
    Candy CS5B4F1PMA is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£440 vs £420).£440 vs £420
Total
Overall
Programmes
Design

Graphic comparison of Candy CS5B4F1PMA and other products in the Dishwashers category

Attribute category
Attribute
No results found

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Candy CS5B4F1PMA?

  • Generous 16 place settings capacity provides ample room for large amounts of dishes.
  • Smart hOn app connectivity allows convenient smartphone remote control and cycle selection.
  • Features a standard 60 cm width that seamlessly integrates into standard kitchen spaces.
  • Equipped with an automatic door-opening feature at the end of the program to naturally enhance drying.
  • Runs quietly due to the integrated Speed-Drive Inverter Motor technology.
  • Includes Aquastop functionality for extra built-in protection against water leaks.

What customers dislike about Candy CS5B4F1PMA?

  • Customer service and warranty support can be very poor, often requiring expensive labour costs despite parts coverage.
  • Integrated units from the brand face user complaints regarding difficult structural fitting and installation.
  • General brand reliability is frequently criticized by users and installers compared to premium brands.
  • Smart application pairing and remote control functionalities can occasionally feel clumsy or fail to work seamlessly.

Best alternatives

hisense-hv16a
Hisense HV16A

Dishwashers

8.8
No image
Candy CNF4A4S3PSX

Dishwashers

8.7
bauknecht-b7fhs51
BAUKNECHT B7FHS51

Dishwashers

8.6
No image
Hisense Standard Dishwasher - Black - A Rated

Dishwashers

9.0
hotpoint-h8i-ht59-ls-uk
Hotpoint H8I HT59 LS UK

Dishwashers

8.9
bosch-sms4emw06e
Bosch SMS4EMW06E

Dishwashers

8.6
bosch-smi4hvs14e
Bosch SMI4HVS14E

Dishwashers

8.4
electrolux-ees68510l
Electrolux EES68510L

Dishwashers

8.4
gorenje-gv663a66
Gorenje GV663A66

Dishwashers

8.8
bosch-sms4emi01e
Bosch SMS4EMI01E

Dishwashers

8.4
bosch-smv4evx08e
Bosch SMV4EVX08E

Dishwashers

8.4
hotpoint-h7ihp42luk
Hotpoint H7IHP42LUK

Dishwashers

8.5

Compare Candy CS5B4F1PMA with other products in the Dishwashers category

VS
VS

Compare