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Hoover HF4B7F0A Review | 59 Data compared

Avg. price:~£450No. of place settings:14Energy efficiency class:BNoise level:47 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Hoover HF4B7F0A Review: Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

80%

8.6

Technical score

20%

6.6

User score

â–²Better than 68% of dishwashers
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 10
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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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

35%

7.6

Performance

30%

9.4

Features

25%

8.9

Programmes

10%

8.6

Design

â–²Better than 84% of dishwashers
6.6

User score

User score
6.6/ 10
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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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â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on 20 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–¼Worse than 95% of dishwashers
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Hoover HF4B7F0A

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 10
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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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

35%

7.6

Performance

30%

9.4

Features

25%

8.9

Programmes

10%

8.6

Design

8.6
User score
User score
6.6/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on 20 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.
6.6
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 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 69% of models
Popularity:
Hoover HF4B7F0A has a popularity score of 5.7 points, which is higher than 68.6% of products in this category.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

8.1

Price

8.2
Energy efficiency class
B
Energy efficiency class
B
â–² Better than 75% of models
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class B, better than that of 74.8% of dishwashers and the same as that of 13.4% 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
C
Noise emission class
C
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
This dishwasher has noise-emission class C, worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and the same as that of 40.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.64 kWh
Energy consumption per cycle
0.64 kWh
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.64 kWh; it is lower than that of 76.7% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 3.3% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
8
No. of wash programs
8
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 8; it is higher than that of 64.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% 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
49 min
Quick wash time
49 min
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 49 min; it is longer than that of 72.3% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 2% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
237 min
Eco wash time
237 min
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 237 min; it is longer than that of 55.1% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 2.2% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
yes
Delicate wash program
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
yes
Automatic door opening
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% 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
yes
Adjustable water softener
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
freestanding
No. of place settings
14
No. of place settings
14
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 14; it is higher than that of 44.9% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% 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
yes
Height adjustable top basket
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This dishwasher has 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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Hoover HF4B7F0A vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
    B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. Overall, 34.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 43.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 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.
  • 0.11 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.64 kWh
    â–² Better than 77% 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 (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.64 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 2 more wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    8
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    8 vs 6
  • 5.74x more popular
    Hoover HF4B7F0A is more popular than the average dishwasher (5.74 vs 1).
    5.74 vs 1
  • 4.1% better value for money
    Hoover HF4B7F0A offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.18 vs 7.9).
    8.18 vs 7.86
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    B
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
    B vs D
  • 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
  • 0.11 kWh less energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.64 kWh
    â–² Better than 77% 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 (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.64 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    No. of wash temperatures
    5
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <3 – >8
    The number of wash temperatures on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
    5 vs 4
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. Overall, 34.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2 more wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    8
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    8 vs 6
  • Has a pause option
    Pause option
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. Overall, 45.4% 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.
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 43.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 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 Bluetooth
    Quick wash program
    yes
    Category Benchmark
    This dishwasher has Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not have Bluetooth. Overall, 14.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a detergent-tablet counter in the app
    Detergent tablet counter (app)
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This dishwasher has a detergent-tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher does not have a detergent-tablet counter in the app. Overall, 39.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has voice control
    Voice control
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This dishwasher has voice control, while the average dishwasher does not have voice control. Overall, 40.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 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.
  • 1.4 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    10.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    10.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 3 dB louder
    Noise level
    47 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).
    47 dB vs 44 dB
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 19 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    49 min
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (49 min vs 30 min).
    49 min vs 30 min
  • 392 L/year more water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    3,052 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (3052 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    3,052 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay duration
    23 h
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <9 h – >24 h
    This dishwasher allows a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).
    23 h vs 24 h
  • 20.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.6/ 10
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    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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    the average dishwasher
    Hoover HF4B7F0A has a lower user score than the average dishwasher (6.62 vs 8.000).
    6.62 vs 8
  • 7.1% more expensive
    Hoover HF4B7F0A is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£450 vs £420).
    £450 vs £420
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 1.4 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    10.9 L
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (10.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    10.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 3 dB louder
    Noise level
    47 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (47 dB vs 44 dB).
    47 dB vs 44 dB
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 392 L/year more water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    3,052 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (3052 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    3,052 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 19 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    49 min
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (49 min vs 30 min).
    49 min vs 30 min
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay
    Maximum delay duration
    23 h
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <9 h – >24 h
    This dishwasher allows a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (23 h vs 24 h).
    23 h vs 24 h
  • 2 min longer Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    237 min
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a longer Eco programme than the average dishwasher (237 min vs 235 min).
    237 min vs 235 min
  • 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.
  • 16.7% heavier
    Weight
    45.7 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% heavier: this dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (45.7 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    45.7 kg vs 39.15 kg

Third-party reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Hoover HF4B7F0A

  • Exceptionally quiet operation at 47dB
  • High energy efficiency with a Class B rating
  • Spacious 'Maxi Tub' layout with 14 place settings capacity
  • Effective natural air-drying via the automatic door-opening feature
  • Fast and convenient 49-minute quick wash program
  • Flexible loading with a height-adjustable upper basket
  • Useful remote app integration (hOn app) for cycle suggestions

What we don't like about Hoover HF4B7F0A

  • The control panel display can be difficult to read under certain lighting
  • The standard Eco cycle takes a significantly long time to finish (nearly 4 hours)
  • Upper rack tines and basket configuration can feel less flexible for certain cup or dish shapes
  • Mixed feedback regarding the initial setup and stability of the smart Wi-Fi pairing process

Verdict

The Hoover H-DISH 500 HF4B7F0A is a freestanding, full-size dishwasher offering a 14 place setting capacity and 8 distinct wash programs powered by an ultra-quiet, 47 dB(A) Speed-Drive brushless inverter motor. Main characteristics and pros include its high Class B energy efficiency rating consuming 64 kWh per 100 cycles, an efficient water consumption of 10.9 liters per cycle, smart Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity via the hOn app, and a Maxi Tub design that yields 10% more internal capacity alongside a height-adjustable top basket. It also boasts natural automatic door-opening drying, a 49-minute rapid half-load option, AquaStop overflow protection, and an Active Hygiene system that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria; however, notable cons include its lengthy 237-minute standard Eco cycle duration, a lack of foldable tines on the racks for custom configurations, and the absence of a dedicated cutlery tray, relying instead on a traditional lift-out cutlery basket.

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