CANDY vs HISENSE Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Candy and Hisense’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Candy, we look at the CI 5D6F0MA-80, and for Hisense, their HV693A60UVADUK, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 vs HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK Comparison Details

We selected the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — with the HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK UV Clean as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Hisense and Candy range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Candy and Hisense Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, HISENSE UV Clean and CANDY — dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, HISENSE and CANDY dishwashers consume more annually, since they run wash cycles more often, burning 300 – 600 kWh/year. The CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 runs 86kWh and has a D energy class rating, and the HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK is rated A and runs 49kWh.

The CANDY — and HISENSE UV Clean 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 CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK have a lower power or “eco” setting to help reduce energy consumption and impact on electricity bills.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Energy Efficiency Rating: D / 86 kWh
• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 49 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern HISENSE and CANDY dishwashers have functions to suit different dish soil levels. The CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — has 8 cleaning programes to choose from, and the HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK UV Clean features 7. Both CANDY and Hisense models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK or CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a HISENSE or CANDY dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 and Hisense HV693A60UVADUK have modes to handle all types of cleaning, from mild to heavy dirty dishes.

• CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 Clean/Dry features: Maxi Tub, Snap&Wash, Wash&Dry, Speed-Drive inverter motor, Maxi-Ladle
• HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK Clean/ Dry features: Super hygienic UV technology, Automatic door opening, Ion Fresh tech, Auto-dosing, Fan Dry

CANDY and HISENSE 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 Candy — CI 5D6F0MA-80 has 15 place settings and the Hisense UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK has 16. With intelligent loading of your CANDY or HISENSE dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically CANDY or HISENSE slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any CANDY — or HISENSE UV Clean 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 CANDY or HISENSE dishwasher spray arms from spinning, and always bin large food debris pre-wash to prevent drain filter blocked.

Dishwasher Noise Emissions

Relative to CANDY and HISENSE tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your HV693A60UVADUK or CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher making noise.

The — CI 5D6F0MA-80 by CANDY emits 46db of sound, compared to the UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK which produces 38 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these CANDY and HISENSE models fall within.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB
• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Noise Level: 38dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some HISENSE and CANDY 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 Hisense and Candy dishwasher compatible apps receive notifications on salt levels, errors, dirt level sensors, water and energy usage, and cycle end.

• Is CANDYs CI 5D6F0MA-80 WiFi-Enabled: Yes
• Is HISENSEs HV693A60UVADUK WiFi-Enabled: Yes

CANDY and HISENSE User Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from 789 reviewers who bought the CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher gave 4.4/5 out of 5 stars. The HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK achieves a similar high rating of 4.3/5 out of 5 from 133 customers.

Choosing Between Hisense and Candy dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both CI 5D6F0MA-80 and HV693A60UVADUK, are on par, which is the same across all parallel CANDY and HISENSE 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.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.4/5
• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.3/5

• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789
• HV693A60UVADUK HISENSE Reviews checked: 133

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00
HISENSE	HV693A60UVADUK	A	38dB	7	16	£799.00

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

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