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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£790
  • Avg. price in US: ~$970
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

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%

8.4

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Excellent
8.4

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%

8.2

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

8.4

Design

Excellent
9.3

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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(378)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.1
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    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%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.0

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is a 60 cm fully integrated dishwasher featuring a 14 place setting capacity, a quiet 42 dB operating noise level (dropping to 40 dB in night mode), and a respectable Energy Class C rating that consumes 75 kWh per 100 cycles. Notable characteristics include eight varied wash programs—ranging from an Eco 50°C setting using 9.5 liters of water to an intensive 70°C cycle—alongside smart Wi-Fi pairing via the Home Connect app. Main advantages include the highly efficient Zeolith drying technology that effortlessly handles plastic containers, a flexible flexComfort basket system accented with custom touchpoints, a top varioDrawer for cutlery, and a dedicated glassZone designed to carefully secure fragile stemware. On the downside, the unit comes with a relatively premium purchase price compared to entry-level alternatives, and it lacks standard front-panel cabinetry, requiring a dedicated custom kitchen front for installation.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500

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%

8.2

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

8.4

Design

8.4
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a technical score of 8.39 points, which is higher than 76.7% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(378)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.3
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 93.3% 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

6.3

Price

7.9
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.9 points, which is higher than 48.6% 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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

0.83 kWh
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 uses 0.83 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 60.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.2% 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

7
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 offers 7 wash programs, which is more than that of 52.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.6% 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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

35 min
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 completes its quick wash in 35 min, which is longer than that of 66.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.6% 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

235 min
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 completes its Eco wash in 235 min, which is shorter than that of 45.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.5% 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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

yes
Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.1% 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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-in
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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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

    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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.
  • 2 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (6 vs 4).6 vs 4
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a 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

    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
  • 2 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (6 vs 4).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • 1 more wash programs
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (7 vs 6).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.08 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 7.2 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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

    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.standard vs inverter
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 0.08 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.83 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 min longer quick wash time
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (35 min vs 30 min).35 min vs 30 min
  • 88.1% more expensive
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£790 vs £420).
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£790 vs £420).£790 vs £420
  • 7.2 kg heavier weight
    Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 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 SN65ZX49CE iQ500 is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).46.3 kg vs 39.1 kg
Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
378 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500?

  • Excellent cleaning and washing performance
  • Very quiet operation during wash cycles
  • Zeolith drying system dries dishes well, including plastics
  • Helpful TimeLight indicator projecting program status onto the floor
  • Flexible and highly adjustable flexComfort basket system
  • Useful dedicated glassZone for safely cleaning delicate glassware
  • Convenient smart control via the Home Connect mobile app
  • Pleasant interior aesthetic with emotionLight blue illumination

What customers dislike about Siemens SN65ZX49CE iQ500?

  • High purchase price and expensive out-of-warranty repair costs
  • Eco program has a significantly long cycle run time
  • Mixed reviews on installation difficulty and niche fitting requirements
  • Isolated complaints regarding food residues remaining on cutlery if not loaded precisely
  • Occasional issues with water marks or residual steam if proper machine care is neglected

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