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Hermitlux HMX-DW04 Review | 59 Data compared

Avg. price:~£240No. of place settings:4Energy efficiency class:FNoise level:60 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:no

Hermitlux HMX-DW04 Review: Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 85% of dishwashers
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

35%

7.4

Performance

30%

5.8

Features

25%

7.1

Programmes

10%

4.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 92% of dishwashers
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 172 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 89% of dishwashers
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Hermitlux HMX-DW04

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

35%

7.4

Performance

30%

5.8

Features

25%

7.1

Programmes

10%

4.6

Design

6.5
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 172 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Hermitlux HMX-DW04 has a popularity score of 9 points, which is higher than 85.9% of products in this category.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

9.3

Price

7.7
Energy efficiency class
F
Energy efficiency class
F
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class F, worse than that of 94.2% of dishwashers and the same as that of 5.5% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
Washing efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
Drying efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
D
Noise emission class
D
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
This dishwasher has noise-emission class D, worse than that of 96% of dishwashers and the same as that of 4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.39 kWh
Energy consumption per cycle
0.39 kWh
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.39 kWh; it is lower than that of 99.4% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 0.2% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
5
No. of wash programs
5
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 5; it is lower than that of 77.9% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
Quick wash program
yes
Category Benchmark
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
29 min
Quick wash time
29 min
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 29 min; it is shorter than that of 77.3% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 10.2% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
120 min
Eco wash time
120 min
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 120 min; it is shorter than that of 99.9% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 0.1% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
no
Delicate wash program
no
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
no
Automatic door opening
no
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
yes
Touch screen
yes
â–² Better than 89% of models
This dishwasher has a touch screen. Overall, 10.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
no
Load sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This dishwasher does not have a load sensor. Overall, 69.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
Overflow protection
yes
â–² Better than 3% of models
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 97.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
no
Adjustable water softener
no
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
This dishwasher does not have an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
countertop
No. of place settings
4
No. of place settings
4
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 4; it is lower than that of 98.5% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 0.5% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
Cutlery basket
yes
â–² Better than 42% of models
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 57.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
no
Height adjustable top basket
no
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
This dishwasher does not have a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 91.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
Digital display
yes
â–² Better than 10% of models
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 90.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Hermitlux HMX-DW04 vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • 0.36 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.39 kWh
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.4 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.39 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    4.5 L
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (4.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    4.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • 115 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    120 min
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (120 min vs 235 min).
    120 min vs 235 min
  • 1,400 L/year less water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    1,260 L/year
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (1260 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    1,260 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 5 °C higher maximum wash temperature
    Max cleaning temperature
    75 °C
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <65 °C – >75 °C
    The maximum cleaning temperature of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
    75 °C vs 70 °C
  • Has a touch screen
    Touch screen
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This dishwasher has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 10.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a program-sequence indicator
    Program sequence indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This dishwasher has a program-sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program-sequence indicator. Overall, 17.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 min shorter quick programme
    Quick wash time
    29 min
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter quick programme than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
    29 min vs 30 min
  • 9.04x more popular
    Hermitlux HMX-DW04 is more popular than the average dishwasher (9.04 vs 1).
    9.04 vs 1
  • 75% cheaper
    Hermitlux HMX-DW04 is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£240 vs £420).
    £240 vs £420
  • 9.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Hermitlux HMX-DW04
    the average dishwasher
    Hermitlux HMX-DW04 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (8.73 vs 8.000).
    8.73 vs 8
  • 0.36 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.39 kWh
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.4 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.39 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 L less water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    4.5 L
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (4.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    4.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • 1,400 L/year less water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    1,260 L/year
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (1260 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    1,260 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 5 °C higher maximum wash temperature
    Max cleaning temperature
    75 °C
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <65 °C – >75 °C
    The maximum cleaning temperature of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
    75 °C vs 70 °C
  • 115 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    120 min
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (120 min vs 235 min).
    120 min vs 235 min
  • Has a program-sequence indicator
    Program sequence indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This dishwasher has a program-sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program-sequence indicator. Overall, 17.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 min shorter quick programme
    Quick wash time
    29 min
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter quick programme than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
    29 min vs 30 min
  • Has a touch screen
    Touch screen
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This dishwasher has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 10.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 69.3% lighter
    Weight
    12 kg
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (12 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    12 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This dishwasher uses standard as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    standard vs inverter
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 16 dB louder
    Noise level
    60 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (60 dB vs 44 dB).
    60 dB vs 44 dB
  • 10 fewer place settings
    No. of place settings
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (4 vs 14).
    4 vs 14
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    D
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (D vs B).
    D vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (F vs D).
    F vs D
  • No load sensor
    Load sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2.6% worse value for money
    Hermitlux HMX-DW04 offers worse value for money than the average dishwasher (7.66 vs 7.9).
    7.66 vs 7.86
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This dishwasher uses standard as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    standard vs inverter
  • 16 dB louder
    Noise level
    60 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (60 dB vs 44 dB).
    60 dB vs 44 dB
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    D
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (D vs B).
    D vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (F vs D).
    F vs D
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    No. of wash temperatures
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <3 – >8
    The number of wash temperatures on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
    3 vs 4
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No delicate wash programme
    Delicate wash program
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No quiet wash programme
    Quiet wash program
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a quiet wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash programme. Overall, 62.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No favorite cycle
    Favorite cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. Overall, 71% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
    5 vs 6
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No load sensor
    Load sensor
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No adjustable water softener
    Adjustable water softener
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an adjustable water softener, while the average dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 10 fewer place settings
    No. of place settings
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (4 vs 14).
    4 vs 14
  • No child lock
    Child lock
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. Overall, 52.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No height-adjustable top basket
    Height adjustable top basket
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a height-adjustable top basket, while the average dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 91.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.35 m shorter supply hose
    Supply hose length
    1.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >1.65 m
    This dishwasher has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.2 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.2 m vs 1.55 m

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Based on 172 buyer reviews from online shops.
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What we like about Hermitlux HMX-DW04

  • Compact, space-saving design suitable for small kitchens or apartments
  • Versatile, offering both a built-in water tank for manual filling and faucet hookup options
  • Effective cleaning power, capable of handling dried-on food and grease
  • Simple and fast installation process (can be set up in minutes)
  • Good capacity for its size, fitting plates, bowls, cups, and silverware

What we don't like about Hermitlux HMX-DW04

  • Small silverware rack holes may not accommodate all types of silverware
  • Dishes may remain wet after the cycle and require drying before storage
  • Smaller water tank capacity (5 liters) compared to some competitors
  • Potential for issues with long-term reliability (rare reports of failure)

Verdict

The Hermitlux HMX-DW04 is a compact countertop dishwasher measuring 16.85 x 16.73 x 18.03 inches and weighing 26.46 lbs, offering a 4 place-setting capacity that fits dishes up to 10.25 inches. Operating on 950 watts with a 60 dB noise level, it features a dual water supply system—either utilizing its built-in 5-liter water tank or directly hooking up to a faucet. It provides 5 washing programs (Standard, Fast, ECO, Strong, and Fruit) controlled via a top touch LED panel, alongside a 360-degree dual high-pressure spray arm system, 75°C high-temperature sterilization, and PTC hot air drying. Main pros include its extreme portability, high water efficiency (using only 1.5 gallons per cycle), ease of installation with dual filling modes, and an integrated glass door to monitor cleaning status. On the downside, the unit relies heavily on a plastic interior and exterior construction that can feel budget, features a relatively short drain hose that limits placement options, and is susceptible to false water or detergent alerts from its internal sensors.

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