BOSCH vs CANDY Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Bosch and Candy’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Bosch, we look at the SMD8YCX03G, and for Candy, their CI 5D6F0MA-80, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry SMD8YCX03G vs CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 Comparison Details

We selected the BOSCH SMD8YCX03G Series 8 Perfect Dry with the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Candy and Bosch range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Bosch and Candy Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, CANDY — and BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, CANDY and BOSCH dishwashers consume more annually, since they run wash cycles more often, burning 300 – 600 kWh/year. The BOSCH SMD8YCX03G runs 54kWh and has a A energy class rating, and the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 is rated D and runs 86kWh.

The BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry and CANDY — uses electricity to heat water, then pumps the water through spinning spray arms, thoroughly cleaning dirty plates, bowls, mugs, glasses, cutlery, utensils, cookware, pots, pans, and many other dishwasher-safe items.

Like most dishwashers, the BOSCH SMD8YCX03G and CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 have a lower power or “eco” setting to help reduce energy consumption and impact on electricity bills.

• BOSCH SMD8YCX03G Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 54 kWh
• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Energy Efficiency Rating: D / 86 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern CANDY and BOSCH dishwashers have functions to suit different dish soil levels. The BOSCH SMD8YCX03G Series 8 Perfect Dry has 8 cleaning programes to choose from, and the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — features 8. Both BOSCH and Candy models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 or BOSCH SMD8YCX03G dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a CANDY or BOSCH dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Bosch SMD8YCX03G and Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 have modes to handle all types of cleaning, from mild to heavy dirty dishes.

• BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry SMD8YCX03G Clean/Dry features: Silence 50, PerfectDry, SpeedPerfect, VarioDrawer, Extra Clean Zone, Max Flex Pro baskets, DosageAssist, OpenAssist
• CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 Clean/ Dry features: Maxi Tub, Snap&Wash, Wash&Dry, Speed-Drive inverter motor, Maxi-Ladle

BOSCH and CANDY dishwashers have a “Place Setting” number, which refers to the loading capacity. Each place setting represents – a dinner plate, saucer, bowl, cup, fork, knife, and spoon. 1 place setting equals a batch of items.

The Bosch Series 8 Perfect Dry SMD8YCX03G has 14 place settings and the Candy — CI 5D6F0MA-80 has 15. With intelligent loading of your BOSCH or CANDY dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically BOSCH or CANDY slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry or CANDY — dishwasher can wash larger items than just the recommended crockery place settings – grill grates, large pots and serving dishes, can be cleaned.

Be sure loading does not impede BOSCH or CANDY dishwasher spray arms from spinning, and always bin large food debris pre-wash to prevent drain filter blocked.

Dishwasher Noise Emissions

Relative to BOSCH and CANDY tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the BOSCH SMD8YCX03G and CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your CI 5D6F0MA-80 or SMD8YCX03G dishwasher making noise.

The Series 8 Perfect Dry SMD8YCX03G by BOSCH emits 44db of sound, compared to the — CI 5D6F0MA-80 which produces 46 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these BOSCH and CANDY models fall within.

• BOSCH SMD8YCX03G Noise Level: 44dB
• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some CANDY and BOSCH dishwashers have wireless “Smart” WiFi connectivity built-in. These allow users to connect there smartphone to the dishwasher via an app, expanding feedback and functions.

These Candy and Bosch dishwasher compatible apps receive notifications on salt levels, errors, dirt level sensors, water and energy usage, and cycle end.

• Is BOSCHs SMD8YCX03G WiFi-Enabled: Yes
• Is CANDYs CI 5D6F0MA-80 WiFi-Enabled: Yes

BOSCH and CANDY User Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from 301 reviewers who bought the BOSCH Series 8 Perfect Dry SMD8YCX03G dishwasher gave 4.8/5 out of 5 stars. The CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 achieves a similar high rating of 4.4/5 out of 5 from 789 customers.

Choosing Between Candy and Bosch dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both SMD8YCX03G and CI 5D6F0MA-80, are on par, which is the same across all parallel BOSCH and CANDY dishwashers. Both brands get the job done – wash and dry dirty dishes effectively, and reliably. Choosing one over the other is a personal preferences, not down to cleaning results.

• BOSCH SMD8YCX03G Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.8/5
• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.4/5

• SMD8YCX03G BOSCH Reviews checked: 301
• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
BOSCH	SMD8YCX03G	A	44dB	8	14	£999.00
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00

What freestanding and integrated dishwashers do BOSCH and CANDY have available?

CANDY and BOSCH are available in different styles – (60cm / 45cm), full-size, slimline, freestanding, fully-integrated, or semi-integrated. Here, you can find CANDY and BOSCH dishwasher product codes in 2025.