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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£340
  • Avg. price in US: ~$450
  • No. of place settings: 9
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 47 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Gorenje GV520E15 review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

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%

7.1

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.1

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%

7.1

Performance

30.0%

7.0

Features

25.0%

7.3

Programmes

10.0%

6.5

Design

Very 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

  • 6.7
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.6

    Noise level

    10.0%

    1.0

    No. of place settings

  • 4.5
    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%

    7.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    1.0

    No. of place settings

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Gorenje GV520E15 is a slim, fully built-in 45 cm dishwasher designed with a 9 place setting capacity and powered by an asynchronous motor. Key specifications include 5 washing programs (including Eco, Intensive, Quick, 1h, and Soaking), 4 temperature settings up to 65°C, and a Total AquaStop overflow protection system. The model achieves cleaning and drying performance ratings of A, operates with a maximum noise level of 47 dB, and consumes 9 liters of water per Eco cycle along with 70 kWh of energy per 100 cycles. Notable pros include its convenient 3-in-1 tablet functionality, a self-cleaning filter system, a flexible 30% energy-saving HalfLoad mode, and compatibility with domestic hot water connections up to 60°C to speed up cycles. On the downside, it carries a relatively low Class E energy efficiency rating on the modern A-to-G scale, requires a long 235-minute duration to complete its most resource-efficient Eco program, lacks internal lighting, and features a manual rather than automatic upper basket adjustment system.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Gorenje GV520E15

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%

?

Features

25.0%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

7.1
Gorenje GV520E15 has a technical score of 7.07 points, which is lower than 78.6% 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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%

7.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

7.6
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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

0.705 kWh
Gorenje GV520E15 uses 0.705 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 65% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.2% 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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

30 min
Gorenje GV520E15 completes its quick wash in 30 min, which is shorter than that of 33.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.6% 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

235 min
Gorenje GV520E15 completes its Eco wash in 235 min, which is shorter than that of 45.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.5% 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
Gorenje GV520E15 does not have a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 60% 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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

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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

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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

9
Gorenje GV520E15 holds 9 place settings, which is fewer than that of 91.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 3.3% 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
Gorenje GV520E15 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

yes
Gorenje GV520E15 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

no
Gorenje GV520E15 does not have a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Gorenje GV520E15 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Gorenje GV520E15 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Width.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Width across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Gorenje GV520E15 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Has a pause option
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (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

    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 0.01 W lower standby power consumption
    Gorenje GV520E15 has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.5 W vs 0.5 W).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Standby power consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Standby power consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Gorenje GV520E15 has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.5 W vs 0.5 W).0.49 W vs 0.5 W
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Gorenje GV520E15 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).81.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 0.05 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.705 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 0.01 W lower standby power consumption
    Gorenje GV520E15 has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.5 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 0.05 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Has a pause option
    Gorenje GV520E15 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
    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Gorenje GV520E15 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Gorenje GV520E15 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 8.1 kg lighter weight
    Gorenje GV520E15 is lighter than the average dishwasher (31 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Gorenje GV520E15 is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses induction, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 3 dB higher noise level
    Gorenje GV520E15 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Gorenje GV520E15 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Gorenje GV520E15 has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 5 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    Gorenje GV520E15 reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Gorenje GV520E15 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 quiet wash program
    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Gorenje GV520E15 supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Gorenje GV520E15 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Gorenje GV520E15 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
    Gorenje GV520E15 does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 5 fewer place settings
    Gorenje GV520E15 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (9 vs 14).
  • Does not have a digital display
    Gorenje GV520E15 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
    Gorenje GV520E15 has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Gorenje GV520E15 uses induction, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    What it is: This attribute refers to Motor type.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gorenje GV520E15 uses induction, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.induction vs inverter
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
  • 5 fewer place settings
    Gorenje GV520E15 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (9 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (9 vs 14).9 vs 14
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 3 dB higher noise level
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).47 dB vs 44 dB
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
  • Worse noise emission class
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Gorenje GV520E15 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

    Gorenje GV520E15 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.
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What customers like about Gorenje GV520E15?

  • Cleans dishes effectively, even removing heavy grease from items left for a couple of days.
  • Operates quietly during cycles.
  • Compact 45cm slim design makes it ideal for small kitchens, apartments, and 1-2 person households.
  • Features a highly reliable Total AquaStop flood protection system.
  • Good value for money as a budget-friendly appliance.
  • Includes a convenient 3-in-1 function that optimizes cycles for detergent tablets without needing extra rinse aid.

What customers dislike about Gorenje GV520E15?

  • Lacks visual feedback on program progress or remaining cycle time during operation.
  • No visual floor projection or dedicated completion light, relying only on audible beeps.
  • Interior materials and build quality feel somewhat cheap and less premium compared to higher-end brands.
  • Limited variety and flexibility in available washing programs.
  • Installation can be tricky due to the unit being slightly shorter than standard kitchen dimensions, requiring users to manually prop it up.

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