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  • Avg. price: ~£480
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SN23EW03ME review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.9

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%

8.8

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Excellent
8.8

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%

9.5

Features

25.0%

8.6

Programmes

10.0%

6.9

Design

Excellent
8.9

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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(80)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 9.3
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    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%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens SN23EW03ME is a 60cm freestanding iQ300 dishwasher featuring a 14-place setting capacity, an efficient iQdrive motor, and a Class B energy efficiency rating that consumes 9 liters of water and 65 kWh of electricity per 100 eco cycles. Key performance advantages include an exceptionally quiet 42 dB operating volume, highly efficient natural drying via the autoOpen dry automatic door-release system, and smart Home Connect Wi-Fi integration that enables features like varioSpeed Plus cycle-speeding and the downloadable hygienePlus intensive cycle. However, some users note minor drawbacks, including less optimal drying results on shorter express cycles and a lack of interior lighting that can make loading the deep varioFlex baskets more difficult in low-light environments.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SN23EW03ME

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%

9.5

Features

25.0%

8.6

Programmes

10.0%

6.9

Design

8.8
Siemens SN23EW3ME has a technical score of 8.84 points, which is higher than 94.1% 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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(80)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.9
Siemens SN23EW3ME has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 79.2% 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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%

8.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

8.6
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

B
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

0.65 kWh
Siemens SN23EW3ME uses 0.65 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

6
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

29 min
Siemens SN23EW3ME completes its quick wash in 29 min, which is shorter than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 10% 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

215 min
Siemens SN23EW3ME completes its Eco wash in 215 min, which is shorter than that of 68.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 7.6% 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

no
Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 60% 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

yes
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

no
Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.5% 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
Siemens SN23EW3ME has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SN23EW03ME vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN23EW3ME supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Voice control.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN23EW3ME supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.65 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN23EW3ME finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).29 min vs 30 min
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN23EW3ME finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • 20 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SN23EW3ME finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (215 min vs 235 min).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN23EW3ME supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN23EW3ME supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Siemens SN23EW3ME has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 13 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN23EW3ME 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 13 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.1 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).52.1 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).84.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is wider than the average dishwasher (60 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

    Siemens SN23EW3ME is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).60 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 14.3% more expensive
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£480 vs £420).
    Siemens SN23EW3ME is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£480 vs £420).£480 vs £420
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
80 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Siemens SN23EW03ME?

  • Operates very quietly at only 42 decibels
  • Excellent cleaning performance even on heavily soiled dishes
  • Energy-efficient performance with a high B energy rating
  • Convenient automatic door opening feature (autoOpen dry) that boosts drying efficiency
  • Flexible and customizable loading space thanks to the modular varioFlex baskets and cutlery drawer
  • User-friendly smart controls and remote operation via the Home Connect app
  • VarioSpeed Plus function allows dishes to be washed and dried up to three times faster

What customers dislike about Siemens SN23EW03ME?

  • Equipped with only two spray arms compared to some premium competitors that offer three
  • Dishes on the outer edges and sides occasionally do not clean as thoroughly
  • The autoOpen dry automatic door function is only active during the Eco program
  • Internal racks can sometimes feel stiff or slightly difficult to slide in and out
  • Lacks dedicated silicone anti-slip mats (glassZone) to secure delicate wine glasses

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