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  • Avg. price: ~£600
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: ?
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SN56M598EU review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0

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%

7.9

Technical Score

20.0%

8.2

User score

Excellent
7.9

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%

8.0

Performance

30.0%

7.0

Features

25.0%

8.8

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

Very good
8.2

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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 6.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    6.7

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    ?

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.7
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    ?

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens SN56M598EU is a 60 cm semi-integrated stainless steel dishwasher featuring a generous capacity of 14 place settings and an advanced Zeolith drying system combined with a heat exchanger. Key pros include exceptional energy efficiency with an A+++ rating (consuming 0.82 kWh per cycle in Eco 50°C mode), ultra-quiet operation at just 42 dB, a convenient top cutlery drawer, and an integrated AquaStop safety mechanism against water leaks. However, on the downside, its water consumption is relatively standard at 10 liters per cycle, and this legacy model completely lacks modern smart features like Home Connect smartphone compatibility.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SN56M598EU

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%

8.0

Performance

30.0%

7.0

Features

25.0%

8.8

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

7.9
Siemens SN56M598EU has a technical score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 55.7% 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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(145)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.2
Siemens SN56M598EU has a user score of 8.18 points, which is higher than 66.2% 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 SN56M598EU 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%

8.0

Overall score

40.0%

7.4

Price

7.8
Siemens SN56M598EU has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is lower than 51.5% 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

?
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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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

0.82 kWh
Siemens SN56M598EU uses 0.82 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 59.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1% 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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

150 min
Siemens SN56M598EU completes its Eco wash in 150 min, which is shorter than that of 99.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.1% 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 SN56M598EU 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

no
Siemens SN56M598EU does not have an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.8% 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SN56M598EU vs the average dishwasher

  • 85 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SN56M598EU finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (150 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 SN56M598EU finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (150 min vs 235 min).150 min vs 235 min
  • 0.4 W lower standby power consumption
    Siemens SN56M598EU has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Standby power consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Standby power consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN56M598EU has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).0.1 W vs 0.5 W
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN56M598EU offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 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 SN56M598EU offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).5 vs 4
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).29 min vs 30 min
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 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

    Siemens SN56M598EU has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • Has a self-latching door
    Siemens SN56M598EU has a self-latching door, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-latching door. 10.2% of dishwashers have a self-latching door.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-latching door.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN56M598EU has a self-latching door, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-latching door. 10.2% of dishwashers have a self-latching door.
  • 0.4 W lower standby power consumption
    Siemens SN56M598EU has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN56M598EU has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN56M598EU offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • 85 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SN56M598EU finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (150 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Siemens SN56M598EU finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Has a self-latching door
    Siemens SN56M598EU has a self-latching door, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-latching door. 10.2% of dishwashers have a self-latching door.
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Siemens SN56M598EU is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 0.07 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 140 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 0.15 m shorter supply hose length
    Siemens SN56M598EU has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 6.9 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN56M598EU is heavier than the average dishwasher (46 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SN56M598EU is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
    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

    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 0.5 L higher water usage per cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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

    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 cutlery basket
    Siemens SN56M598EU 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 SN56M598EU does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Favorite cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN56M598EU does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
  • 0.07 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 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 SN56M598EU uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.82 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 140 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Siemens SN56M598EU uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 0.15 m shorter supply hose length
    Siemens SN56M598EU has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.55 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Supply hose length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Supply hose length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SN56M598EU has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.55 m).1.4 m vs 1.55 m
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Programmes
Features
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
145 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Siemens SN56M598EU?

  • Excellent Zeolith drying performance, including on plastic items
  • Highly energy efficient with an A+++ rating
  • Very quiet operation at just 42 dB(A)
  • Spacious 14 place settings capacity with a flexible rack layout
  • Effective cleaning capabilities even on heavily soiled dishes
  • Faster washing cycles compared to other eco-friendly competitors

What customers dislike about Siemens SN56M598EU?

  • Long running duration when using the dedicated Eco program
  • Water consumption per cycle is average rather than exceptionally low
  • Potential for expensive repairs out of warranty, such as the Zeolith heating system
  • Lacks advanced modern smart features like Home Connect Wi-Fi integration
  • No internal LED illumination light

Expert reviews

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