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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£510
  • Avg. price in US: ~$630
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Hoover HF4A4S3PSA review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

9.0

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%

9.1

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Exceptional
9.1

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%

9.0

Performance

30.0%

9.9

Features

25.0%

9.0

Programmes

10.0%

7.3

Design

Exceptional
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
(11)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 9.3
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Hoover H-DISH 700 HF4A4S3PSA is an A-rated energy-efficient, freestanding full-size dishwasher featuring a 14 place setting capacity, a spacious Maxi Tub interior, and a brushless Speed-Drive Inverter motor operating at a quiet 44 dB noise level. Consuming 9.5 litres of water per cycle and 54 kWh per 100 cycles, it offers 10 wash programmes managed via touch controls or remote smart connectivity through the hOn app. Key advantages include an automated open-door natural drying system, a 3rd rack cutlery drawer, an adjustable upper basket, and a Powerwash system with six specialized water jets for intensive stain removal. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of a built-in remaining time indicator on the physical display unit and particularly long operational runtimes when running in the maximum-efficiency Eco wash mode.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Hoover HF4A4S3PSA

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%

9.0

Performance

30.0%

9.9

Features

25.0%

9.0

Programmes

10.0%

7.3

Design

9.1
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a technical score of 9.13 points, which is higher than 99.1% 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
(11)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.5
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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%

9.0

Overall score

40.0%

7.8

Price

8.6
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

A
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

0.54 kWh
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses 0.54 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 86.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.8% 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

10
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers 10 wash programs, which is more than that of 91.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.2% 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

49 min
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA completes its quick wash in 49 min, which is longer than that of 72.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.1% 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

239 min
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA completes its Eco wash in 239 min, which is longer than that of 57.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.4% 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

yes
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

yes
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

yes
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

yes
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

freestanding
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

14
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% 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

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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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Hoover HF4A4S3PSA vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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.
  • 4 more wash programs
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).10 vs 6
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.54 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 4 more wash programs
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • Has a pause option
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Has an interior light
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
  • 0.1 cm narrower width
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is narrower than the average dishwasher (59.7 cm vs 59.8 cm).

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Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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.
  • 19 min longer quick wash time
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (49 min vs 30 min).
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).
  • 4 min longer Eco wash time
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (239 min vs 235 min).
  • 3 cm taller height
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 3.9 kg heavier weight
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is heavier than the average dishwasher (43 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses brushless, 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 19 min longer quick wash time
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (49 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (49 min vs 30 min).49 min vs 30 min
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hot water connection.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is taller than the average dishwasher (85 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).23 h vs 24 h
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).59.8 cm vs 56 cm
  • 3.9 kg heavier weight
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is heavier than the average dishwasher (43 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA is heavier than the average dishwasher (43 kg vs 39.1 kg).43 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 4 min longer Eco wash time
    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (239 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

    Hoover HF4A4S3PSA takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (239 min vs 235 min).239 min vs 235 min
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
11 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Hoover HF4A4S3PSA?

  • Excellent internal capacity with a spacious Maxi Tub fitting up to 14 place settings
  • Deep and adjustable cutlery tray/third drawer that leaves more room in lower racks
  • Extremely quiet operation during wash cycles
  • Top-tier Class A energy efficiency making it very economical to run
  • Convenient automatic door-opening function that enhances natural drying
  • Wide selection of useful washing programs including a handy 49-minute quick wash
  • Modern, high-quality appearance and overall good value for money

What customers dislike about Hoover HF4A4S3PSA?

  • Isolated reports of poor cleaning performance where dishes did not come out entirely clean
  • Frustrations regarding reliability, including a specific complaint about a breakdown right after the warranty period expired
  • App connectivity and some advanced features can occasionally feel complex or unintuitive to set up

Expert reviews

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18/06/2026
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which.co.uk
01/07/2026
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Hoover HF 4A4S3PSA-80 review | Full-sized freestanding dishwasher
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