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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£700
  • Avg. price in US: ~$830
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SN55ES12CE 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%

9.0

Technical Score

20.0%

8.5

User score

Excellent
9.0

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%

9.6

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.3

Programmes

10.0%

9.1

Design

Exceptional
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
(24)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 10
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 9.6
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens iQ500 SN55ES12CE is a 60 cm semi-integrated, built-in dishwasher accommodating 14 place settings, powered by a durable, brushless iQdrive motor. Key specifications include a top-tier Class A energy rating consuming just 54 kWh per 100 cycles, a water consumption of 9 liters per cycle in the Eco 50°C program, and a low operating noise level of 42 dB (41 dB in silent mode). Its main pros are the efficient autoOpen dry system with a heat exchanger, a highly customizable flexComfort basket arrangement featuring a dedicated glassZone and varioDrawer cutlery tray, blue emotionLight interior illumination, and smart remote operation via the Home Connect Wi-Fi app. On the downside, the appliance lacks floor projection indicators (like timeLight or infoLight), does not feature a sliding varioHinge mechanism for complex cabinet front integrations, and its highly efficient Eco cycle requires a relatively long runtime of 4.5 hours.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SN55ES12CE

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%

9.6

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.3

Programmes

10.0%

9.1

Design

9.0
Siemens SN55ES12CE has a technical score of 8.97 points, which is higher than 96.4% 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
(24)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.5
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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%

6.8

Price

8.3
Siemens SN55ES12CE has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 77.9% 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

A
Siemens SN55ES12CE has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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

0.54 kWh
Siemens SN55ES12CE uses 0.54 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 86.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.8% 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
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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

270 min
Siemens SN55ES12CE completes its Eco wash in 270 min, which is longer than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.2% 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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

semi-integrated
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 SN55ES12CE 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

yes
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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
Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SN55ES12CE vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN55ES12CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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 SN55ES12CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN55ES12CE uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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 SN55ES12CE uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.54 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 2 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN55ES12CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (6 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 SN55ES12CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (6 vs 4).6 vs 4
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 2 more wash programs
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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

    Siemens SN55ES12CE offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN55ES12CE has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN55ES12CE uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 2 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN55ES12CE offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (6 vs 4).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN55ES12CE has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN55ES12CE uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Siemens SN55ES12CE uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Siemens SN55ES12CE offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN55ES12CE finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN55ES12CE supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN55ES12CE supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Siemens SN55ES12CE has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Siemens SN55ES12CE is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1.7 kg lighter weight
    Siemens SN55ES12CE is lighter than the average dishwasher (37.4 kg vs 39.1 kg).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN55ES12CE uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Siemens SN55ES12CE takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN55ES12CE is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Siemens SN55ES12CE takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 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 SN55ES12CE takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).270 min vs 235 min
  • 66.7% more expensive
    Siemens SN55ES12CE is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£700 vs £420).
    Siemens SN55ES12CE is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£700 vs £420).£700 vs £420
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN55ES12CE 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 SN55ES12CE is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).57.3 cm vs 56 cm
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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
24 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Siemens SN55ES12CE?

  • Highly energy efficient with an energy class A rating
  • Exceptionally quiet operation at 42 dB or 41 dB in Silence mode
  • Effective drying performance aided by the autoOpen Dry door functionality
  • Flexible interior loading layout with height-adjustable RackMatic top basket
  • Convenient third-level cutlery drawer that maximizes lower rack space
  • Time-saving varioSpeed Plus function that washes up to three times faster
  • Dedicated glassZone that safely protects delicate stemware from cracks
  • Smart connectivity features via the Home Connect smartphone application

What customers dislike about Siemens SN55ES12CE?

  • Standard eco cleaning cycle takes a prolonged amount of time to complete
  • Drying results can occasionally be imperfect on certain materials like plastics
  • Premium pricing makes the appliance a relatively high upfront financial investment

Expert reviews

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