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Electrolux ESM74840SX review: 60 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?No. of place settings:14Energy efficiency class:CNoise level:44 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Electrolux ESM74840SX Review: Compare 60 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

Electrolux ESM74840SX
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

75%

7.7

Technical score

25%

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User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 61% of dishwashers
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Value for money

Value for money
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.7

Performance

30%

7.7

Features

25%

7.5

Programmes

10%

7.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 58%
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User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £?
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Electrolux ESM74840SX

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

35%

7.7

Performance

30%

7.7

Features

25%

7.5

Programmes

10%

7.9

Design

7.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

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Price

8.4
Energy efficiency class
C
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class C, better than that of 53.5% of dishwashers and the same as that of 21.1% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 0.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99.1% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
B
This dishwasher has noise-emission class B, better than that of 45.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 53.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.75 kWh
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.75 kWh; it is lower than that of 47.5% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 11.4% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
8
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 8; it is higher than that of 64.3% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 20.2% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
30 min
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 30 min; it is shorter than that of 33.8% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 44% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
240 min
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 240 min; it is longer than that of 59% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 13.8% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
no
This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
yes
This dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 9.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 96.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
freestanding
No. of place settings
14
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 14; it is higher than that of 45.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 43.1% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 92% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 91.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Electrolux ESM74840SX vs the average dishwasher

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  • 2 more wash programmes
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    8 vs 6
  • Has a program-sequence indicator
    This dishwasher has a program-sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program-sequence indicator. Overall, 15.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
    C vs D
  • 5.5% better value for money
    Electrolux ESM74840SX offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.38 vs 7.9).
    8.38 vs 7.94
  • 5.5% better value for money
    Electrolux ESM74840SX offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.38 vs 7.9).
    8.38 vs 7.94
  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
    C vs D
  • 2 more wash programmes
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    8 vs 6
  • Has a program-sequence indicator
    This dishwasher has a program-sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program-sequence indicator. Overall, 15.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No delicate wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    10.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • No intensive wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have an intensive wash programme, while the average dishwasher has an intensive wash programme. Overall, 90.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No child lock
    This dishwasher does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. Overall, 54.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 280 L/year more water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (2,940 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,940 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose
    This dishwasher 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 programme
    This dishwasher has a longer Eco programme than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
    240 min vs 235 min
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    10.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • 280 L/year more water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (2,940 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,940 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • No delicate wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No intensive wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have an intensive wash programme, while the average dishwasher has an intensive wash programme. Overall, 90.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 5 min longer Eco programme
    This dishwasher has a longer Eco programme than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
    240 min vs 235 min
  • No child lock
    This dishwasher does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. Overall, 54.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose
    This dishwasher has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.5 m vs 1.55 m

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Electrolux ESM74840SX

  • 0.75 kWh per cycle keeps electricity use low.
  • Eight wash programs range from quick washes to eco cycles.
  • The program sequence indicator shows which stage the cycle is at.
  • 14 place settings handle a large family's dishes.
  • Washing and drying both reach class A.
  • Noise is 44 dB, with a class B rating.

What customers don't like about Electrolux ESM74840SX

  • 2940 L/year is high for daily use.
  • No intensive wash, so baked-on pans need hand scrubbing or a soak.
  • The eco cycle takes 240 min, which is long for a weeknight.
  • There is no delicate wash program for fragile glasses.
  • There is no hygiene programme for a sanitising cycle.

Verdict

At 0.75 kWh per cycle, the Electrolux ESM74840SX uses little power for a machine with 14 place settings. Eight wash programs let you pick a short cycle for a light load or a longer one for a full rack. The program sequence indicator shows which stage the machine is in, so you know how long is left. Four wash temperatures and an automatic door opening help dishes dry without a towel. The catch is water. At 10.5 L per cycle and 2940 L/year, its water use is the weak side for a dishwasher of this size. There is no intensive wash for baked-on pans, and the eco cycle takes 240 min. It suits a household that cares most about electricity and choice of programs.

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