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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£300
  • Avg. price in US: ~$370
  • No. of place settings: 10
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 49 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Very good
6.7

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%

5.2

Performance

30.0%

7.7

Features

25.0%

8.1

Programmes

10.0%

6.1

Design

Good
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
(10)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 4.4
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    3.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

  • 3.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    5.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

  • sharp-qw-ns1cf49ew
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Verdict

The SHARP QW-NS1CF49EW is a freestanding, 45 cm slimline dishwasher tailored for compact kitchens, featuring a 10 place setting capacity, 4 wash programs (including Eco 50°C, Quick 30min, Express 50min, and Intensive 65°C), and a water consumption rate of 11 liters per cycle. Major advantages include an Active Ventilation Drying system powered by a turbo fan, an anti-bacterial filter system that targets 99.9% of germs, a flexible height-adjustable upper basket, an EcoWash half-load option, and a child lock safety feature. However, it exhibits a modest E energy efficiency rating, lacks an advanced inverter motor, operates at a slightly noticeable 49 dB noise level, and omits integrated interior lighting.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW

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%

5.2

Performance

30.0%

7.7

Features

25.0%

8.1

Programmes

10.0%

6.1

Design

6.7
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a technical score of 6.75 points, which is lower than 86% 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
(10)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.5
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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%

7.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

7.6
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

E
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has energy efficiency class E, which is worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 26.5% 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

0.76 kWh
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses 0.76 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 51.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5% 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

4
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW offers 4 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 96.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.9% 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

198 min
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW completes its Eco wash in 198 min, which is shorter than that of 87% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.9% 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

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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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

10
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW holds 10 place settings, which is fewer than that of 82.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.3% 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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
Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

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Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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.
  • 37 min shorter Eco wash time
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (198 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (198 min vs 235 min).198 min vs 235 min
  • 14.8 cm narrower width
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Width.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Width across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).45 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Has a pause option
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Program sequence indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • 0.15 m longer cable length
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.7 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.5 m).1.65 m vs 1.5 m
  • 10x more popular
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 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.
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • 40% cheaper
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£300 vs £420).
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£300 vs £420).£300 vs £420
  • 37 min shorter Eco wash time
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (198 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Has a program sequence indicator
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a program sequence indicator, while the average dishwasher does not have a program sequence indicator. 17.8% of dishwashers have a program sequence indicator.
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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.
  • 14.8 cm narrower width
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 0.15 m longer cable length
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 kg lighter weight
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is lighter than the average dishwasher (39 kg vs 39.1 kg).

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Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 5 dB higher noise level
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (49 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 1.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (11 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 420 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (3080 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 5 °C lower maximum cleaning temperature
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW reaches a lower cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (65 °C vs 70 °C).
  • Does not have a hot-water connection
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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.
  • 0.5 W higher standby power consumption
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has higher standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (1 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
  • 0.01 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • 2 fewer wash programs
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (4 vs 6).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).
  • 3 cm taller height
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is taller than the average dishwasher (85 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.08 m shorter supply hose length
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 3.8 cm deeper depth
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW is deeper than the average dishwasher (59.8 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses standard, 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.standard vs inverter
  • 5 dB higher noise level
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (49 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (49 dB vs 44 dB).49 dB vs 44 dB
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 1.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (11 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (11 L vs 9.5 L).11 L vs 9.5 L
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).10 vs 14
  • Worse noise emission class
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E 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

    Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
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Performance
Programmes
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Design

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United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
10 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW?

  • Compact 45cm slimline design ideal for smaller kitchens and urban spaces
  • Generous 10 place settings capacity for a compact model
  • Active Ventilation Drying uses a turbo fan to dry dishes completely without needing a tea towel
  • Convenient wash options including a fast 30-minute quick wash and Eco mode
  • Height-adjustable top rack makes it easy to fit larger or awkwardly shaped pans
  • Quiet operation at 49 dB and features an anti-bacterial system in the filter

What customers dislike about Sharp QW-NS1CF49EW?

  • Energy efficiency rating is relatively low at Class E
  • Limited capacity makes it unsuitable for large households or frequent entertaining
  • Lacks an interior light
  • General customer service or manufacturer warranty response from Sharp can be slow if issues arise

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