CANDY vs HOOVER Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Candy and Hoover’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Candy, we look at the CI 5D6F0MA-80, and for Hoover, their HF 4A4S3PSA-80, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 vs HOOVER H-Dish 700 HF 4A4S3PSA-80 Comparison Details

We selected the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — with the HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 H-Dish 700 as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Hoover and Candy range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Candy and Hoover Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, HOOVER H-Dish 700 and CANDY — dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, HOOVER 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 HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 is rated A and runs 53kWh.

The CANDY — and HOOVER H-Dish 700 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 HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 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
• HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 53 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern HOOVER 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 HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 H-Dish 700 features 10. Both CANDY and Hoover models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 or CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a HOOVER or CANDY dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 and Hoover HF 4A4S3PSA-80 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
• HOOVER H-Dish 700 HF 4A4S3PSA-80 Clean/ Dry features: Powerwash system, Auto door opening, Extra Dry, TUB, Inverter Motor tech, Total Care+, Hygiene Protection

CANDY and HOOVER 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 Hoover H-Dish 700 HF 4A4S3PSA-80 has 14. With intelligent loading of your CANDY or HOOVER dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically CANDY or HOOVER slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any CANDY — or HOOVER H-Dish 700 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 HOOVER 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 HOOVER tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your HF 4A4S3PSA-80 or CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher making noise.

The — CI 5D6F0MA-80 by CANDY emits 46db of sound, compared to the H-Dish 700 HF 4A4S3PSA-80 which produces 43 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these CANDY and HOOVER models fall within.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB
• HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 Noise Level: 43dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some HOOVER 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 Hoover 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 HOOVERs HF 4A4S3PSA-80 WiFi-Enabled: Yes

CANDY and HOOVER 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 HOOVER H-Dish 700 HF 4A4S3PSA-80 achieves a similar high rating of 4.1/5 out of 5 from 124 customers.

Choosing Between Hoover and Candy dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both CI 5D6F0MA-80 and HF 4A4S3PSA-80, are on par, which is the same across all parallel CANDY and HOOVER 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
• HOOVER HF 4A4S3PSA-80 Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.1/5

• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789
• HF 4A4S3PSA-80 HOOVER Reviews checked: 124

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00
HOOVER	HF 4A4S3PSA-80	A	43dB	10	14	£549.00

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

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