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  • Avg. price: ~£670
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 40 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SN45ES09CE review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7

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%

8.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.7

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%

8.9

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.4

Programmes

10.0%

8.8

Design

Excellent
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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

  • 8.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.9
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens iQ500 SN45ES09CE is a built-under 60 cm stainless steel dishwasher offering a 14 place setting capacity, an energy-efficient Class C rating, and a remarkably low noise level of 40 dB. Its primary characteristics include 8 wash programs, 4 specialized options, an advanced autoOpen Dry system utilizing a heat exchanger, and integrated smart functionality via the Home Connect app. Key advantages feature a dedicated glassZone with 6 rotating nozzles for gentle stemware cleaning, flexible flexComfort baskets with an expandable varioDrawer for cutlery, and a varioSpeed Plus option that reduces cycle times by up to three times. On the downside, the appliance comes with a fixed stainless steel front panel that cannot accommodate custom cabinetry panels, lacks a heavy-duty bacteria-killing cycle without utilizing a specific third-party HygienePlus add-on, and features an eco cycle with a lengthy standard run time of 3 hours and 20 minutes.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SN45ES09CE

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

8.7
Siemens SN45ES9CE has a technical score of 8.68 points, which is higher than 88.6% 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
Siemens SN45ES9CE 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%

8.7

Overall score

40.0%

7.0

Price

8.2
Siemens SN45ES9CE has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 70.9% 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

C
Siemens SN45ES9CE has energy efficiency class C, which is better than that of 53.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.8% 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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

0.747 kWh
Siemens SN45ES9CE uses 0.747 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 48.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.2% 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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

200 min
Siemens SN45ES9CE completes its Eco wash in 200 min, which is shorter than that of 84% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.9% 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

yes
Siemens SN45ES9CE 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
Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE 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

built-under
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 SN45ES9CE 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

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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
Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SN45ES09CE vs the average dishwasher

  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN45ES9CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 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

    Siemens SN45ES9CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • 4 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (40 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 SN45ES9CE has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (40 dB vs 44 dB).40 dB vs 44 dB
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 35 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SN45ES9CE finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (200 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

    Siemens SN45ES9CE finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (200 min vs 235 min).200 min vs 235 min
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).29 min vs 30 min
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C 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 SN45ES9CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Interior light.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN45ES9CE has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN45ES9CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • 4 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (40 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN45ES9CE uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Siemens SN45ES9CE uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 35 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SN45ES9CE finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (200 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN45ES9CE finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN45ES9CE supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Siemens SN45ES9CE has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).

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Overall
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Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN45ES9CE uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 6 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is heavier than the average dishwasher (45.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN45ES9CE 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 SN45ES9CE uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 6 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is heavier than the average dishwasher (45.1 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 SN45ES9CE is heavier than the average dishwasher (45.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).45.1 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 59.5% more expensive
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£670 vs £420).
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£670 vs £420).£670 vs £420
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN45ES9CE is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 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 SN45ES9CE is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).57.3 cm vs 56 cm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Siemens SN45ES09CE?

  • Whisper-quiet operation, especially in Silence mode (dropping down to 39 dB)
  • Excellent glass protection and thorough cleaning via the dedicated glassZone and its 6 rotating water nozzles
  • Highly flexible loading with the adjustable flexComfort basket system and varioDrawer for cutlery
  • Convenient remote monitoring and program control through the Home Connect app
  • Fast wash options like varioSpeed Plus that cut down washing time significantly without losing performance
  • Good water efficiency using only about 9 liters per cycle on standard runs
  • Interior illumination (emotionLight) provides a premium look and good visibility

What customers dislike about Siemens SN45ES09CE?

  • Standard Eco mode program takes a very long time to complete a full cycle
  • Higher initial purchase price compared to entry-level brands
  • Out-of-warranty replacement parts and specialized technician repairs can be quite expensive
  • Fixed front panel design means you cannot mount a custom matching kitchen cabinet panel onto the door

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