Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 Review | 59 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£690
  • Avg. price in US: ~$840
  • No. of place settings: 10
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 43 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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.

8.3

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%

8.0

Technical Score

20.0%

9.7

User score

Excellent
8.0

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%

8.5

Performance

30.0%

8.4

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

7.7

Design

Excellent
9.7

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%

9.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
(30)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    8.7

    Noise level

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

  • 7.9
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    8.7

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    8.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is a 45 cm slimline built-under dishwasher featuring a 10 place setting capacity, a quiet 43 dB noise level, and a Class C energy efficiency rating consuming 9.5 liters of water and 59 kWh of energy per 100 eco cycles. Main pros include its advanced Zeolith drying system for superior moisture conversion, smart home integration via the Home Connect app, a flexible varioDrawer third-loading level with a 3-stage rackMatic adjustable upper basket, and a fast varioSpeed Plus cycle modifier. On the downside, its compact slimline width limits large multi-cookware loading compared to standard 60 cm models, and the comprehensive 3.5-hour runtime of its most efficient Eco 50°C program can feel overly lengthy.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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%

8.5

Performance

30.0%

8.4

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

7.7

Design

8.0
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a technical score of 7.96 points, which is higher than 57.6% 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%

9.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
(30)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.7
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a user score of 9.72 points, which is higher than 99.1% 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 SR45ZS11ME 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%

8.3

Overall score

40.0%

6.9

Price

7.9
Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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

0.65 kWh
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 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

5
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers 5 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 78% of dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% 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 SR45ZS11ME 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

90 min
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 completes its quick wash in 90 min, which is longer than that of 99.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.5% 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

210 min
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 completes its Eco wash in 210 min, which is shorter than that of 76.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.1% 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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

no
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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

10
Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 holds 10 place settings, which is fewer than that of 82.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.3% 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.65 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).5 vs 4
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).210 min vs 235 min
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • 0.1 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • 1 dB lower noise level
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (43 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Has an interior light
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.8 kg lighter weight
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is lighter than the average dishwasher (38.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 60 min longer quick wash time
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (90 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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.
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.standard vs inverter
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME 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.
  • 60 min longer quick wash time
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (90 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (90 min vs 30 min).90 min vs 30 min
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).
    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

    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).10 vs 14
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Half load option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quiet wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 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 SR45ZS11ME iQ500 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).5 vs 6

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500?

  • Excellent cleaning performance that leaves dishes and glassware sparkling clean.
  • Whisper-quiet operation during wash cycles.
  • Highly efficient Zeolith drying technology that completely dries dishes, including plastic items.
  • Impressive capacity and flexible loading options for a slim 45 cm dishwasher, featuring a height-adjustable upper basket.
  • Convenient smart control and customizability via the Home Connect mobile application.
  • Time-saving varioSpeed Plus function that significantly reduces cycle duration.

What customers dislike about Siemens SR45ZS11ME iQ500?

  • Eco mode programs have a very long duration.
  • High initial purchase price compared to standard models.
  • Expensive out-of-warranty repair and replacement part costs.
  • Precise installation measurements are required, which may require minor adjustments to existing cabinetry.

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