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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£460
  • Avg. price in US: ~$560
  • No. of place settings: 15
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 41 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

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%

8.3

Technical Score

20.0%

7.7

User score

Excellent
8.3

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%

8.7

Performance

30.0%

7.5

Features

25.0%

9.3

Programmes

10.0%

6.6

Design

Excellent
7.7

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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

4.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.6
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United States
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4.6
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Very good
  • 8.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.4

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 9.3
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    8.4

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is a full-size (60cm) freestanding dishwasher featuring an impressive 15-place-setting capacity and a spacious Maxi Space interior with an adjustable upper rack. Key characteristics include an efficient B energy rating, low water consumption of 9.5L per cycle, and a quiet 41dB noise rating. Main pros consist of the 3D Zone Wash system for blasting away stubborn baked-on food with 80% more water power, ActiveDry auto-door opening technology for spotless natural drying, and a rapid 30-minute quick wash. On the downside, the appliance lacks built-in Wi-Fi and AquaStop, and certain retailers categorize its specific drying performance as a C-rating.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK

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%

8.7

Performance

30.0%

7.5

Features

25.0%

9.3

Programmes

10.0%

6.6

Design

8.3
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a technical score of 8.27 points, which is higher than 70.2% 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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

4.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
(3)
United States
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4.6
(3)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

7.7
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a user score of 7.73 points, which is lower than 91.8% 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.
4.3
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a popularity of 4.3 points, which is higher than 58.4% 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%

8.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.1

Price

8.1
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 63.9% 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

B
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has energy efficiency class B, which is better than that of 74.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 13.4% 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

0.654 kWh
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK uses 0.654 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 70.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% 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

8
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers 8 wash programs, which is more than that of 64% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

240 min
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK completes its Eco wash in 240 min, which is longer than that of 59.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 13.8% 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

no
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

?
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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

15
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK holds 15 place settings, which is more than that of 88.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.9% 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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
Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 3 dB lower noise level
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (41 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (41 dB vs 44 dB).41 dB vs 44 dB
  • 2 more wash programs
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Has a pause option
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.654 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 more place settings
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).15 vs 14
  • 4.3x more popular
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is more popular than the average dishwasher (4.3 vs 1).
    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.
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is more popular than the average dishwasher (4.3 vs 1).4.3 vs 1
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 3 dB lower noise level
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (41 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 2 more wash programs
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • Has a pause option
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 1 more place settings
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
  • 5 min longer Eco wash time
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 7.9 kg heavier weight
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 3 cm deeper depth
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Tab counter.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 3 cm taller height
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).3 vs 4
  • 5 min longer Eco wash time
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (240 min vs 235 min).240 min vs 235 min
  • 7.9 kg heavier weight
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is heavier than the average dishwasher (47 kg vs 39.1 kg).47 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Cable length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Cable length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).1.3 m vs 1.5 m
  • 3 cm deeper depth
    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 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

    Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK is deeper than the average dishwasher (59 cm vs 56 cm).59 cm vs 56 cm
Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design

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United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
3 Reviews
United States
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4.6
3 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK?

  • Generous 15 place setting capacity with the spacious Maxi Space tub layout
  • Excellent cleaning performance on stubborn or baked-on food due to the 3D Zone Wash feature
  • ActiveDry automatic door-opening system significantly enhances natural drying results
  • Quiet operation at around 41-42 dB allows for undisturbed use at any time of day
  • Top pull-out cutlery drawer provides a convenient and space-saving alternative to traditional baskets
  • Excellent value for money and solid B energy efficiency rating helps keep utility bills in check
  • User-friendly control panel with a stylish, modern stainless steel aesthetic

What customers dislike about Hotpoint H7FHS51XUK?

  • The bottom tray design can occasionally be awkward or difficult to load effectively
  • The layout lacks standard fold-flat racks, slightly limiting configuration flexibility for oversized items
  • Limited capacity for very large plate settings on the lower rack without making basket adjustments
  • Higher initial price point compared to basic models with lower energy efficiency classifications

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