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SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW Review | 59 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£330
  • Avg. price in US: ~$480
  • No. of place settings: 15
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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%

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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%

7.0

Performance

30.0%

6.6

Features

25.0%

8.3

Programmes

10.0%

6.6

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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.2

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    6.7

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.1
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.2

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £330

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Verdict

The SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is a freestanding 60 cm dishwasher with a generous capacity of 15 place settings, making it highly suitable for large households. Its primary characteristics include an energy-efficient Inverter motor, a low operating noise level of 42 dB, 6 wash programs (including Eco, Intensive, and Rapid), a delayed start timer up to 24 hours, and a comprehensive drying system utilizing a Turbo Fan. Key pros are its flexible storage configuration consisting of a height-adjustable upper basket alongside a dedicated third cutlery drawer, combined with a highly economical consumption rate of just 10 liters of water per cycle. However, some cons include its Class D energy efficiency rating on the modern A-G scale, a maximum washing temperature capped at 60°C, and the lack of a removable top cover, which limits options for under-counter installation.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW

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%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

7.1
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a technical score of 7.14 points, which is lower than 76.5% 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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%

8.8

Price

7.6
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

D
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has energy efficiency class D, which is better than that of 32.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 21.4% 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

0.861 kWh
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses 0.861 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 76.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.3% 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

6
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW offers 6 wash programs, which is more than that of 22.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 30.3% 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

234 min
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW completes its Eco wash in 234 min, which is shorter than that of 52.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.3% 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

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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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

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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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW vs the average dishwasher

  • 2 dB lower noise level
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Has a pause option
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).15 vs 14
  • 27.3% cheaper
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£330 vs £420).
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£330 vs £420).£330 vs £420
  • 1 min shorter Eco wash time
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (234 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (234 min vs 235 min).234 min vs 235 min
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Has a pause option
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 1 min shorter Eco wash time
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (234 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 more place settings
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW holds more place settings than the average dishwasher (15 vs 14).

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Programmes
Design
  • Worse noise emission class
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • 0.11 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 10 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (60 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 0.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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.
  • 140 L/year higher annual water consumption
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 3 cm taller height
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 3.9 kg heavier weight
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is heavier than the average dishwasher (43 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 0.11 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.861 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Worse noise emission class
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 10 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (60 °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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (60 °C vs 70 °C).60 °C vs 70 °C
  • 0.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10 L vs 9.5 L).10 L vs 9.5 L
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).85 cm vs 82 cm
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 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

    SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW?

  • Extremely quiet operation (42 dB) which makes it barely noticeable during a cycle.
  • Large loading capacity with up to 15 place settings, making it ideal for big families.
  • Dedicated top cutlery drawer that frees up significant space in the lower baskets for larger dishes.
  • Good value for money with a sleek, simple design.
  • User-friendly interface and easy to operate.

What customers dislike about SCHNEIDER SCDW1542IDW?

  • Poor drying performance, leaving dishes and cutlery noticeably wet or damp after cycles finish.
  • Inconsistent washing results, sometimes requiring items to be rinsed beforehand or rewashed due to remaining food residue.
  • The Eco program takes a very long time to complete (nearly 4 hours).
  • Internal racks and the lower basket feel unstable, easily slipping off their tracks.
  • May not accommodate very large plates or tall glassware without restricting space in other compartments.

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