CANDY vs INDESIT Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Candy and Indesit’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Candy, we look at the CI 5D6F0MA-80, and for Indesit, their I3B L626 UK, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 vs INDESIT Push&Go I3B L626 UK Comparison Details

We selected the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — with the INDESIT I3B L626 UK Push&Go as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Indesit and Candy range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Candy and Indesit Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, INDESIT Push&Go and CANDY — dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, INDESIT 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 INDESIT I3B L626 UK is rated E and runs 95kWh.

The CANDY — and INDESIT Push&Go 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 INDESIT I3B L626 UK 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
• INDESIT I3B L626 UK Energy Efficiency Rating: E / 95 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern INDESIT 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 INDESIT I3B L626 UK Push&Go features 6. Both CANDY and Indesit models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a INDESIT I3B L626 UK or CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a INDESIT or CANDY dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 and Indesit I3B L626 UK 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
• INDESIT Push&Go I3B L626 UK Clean/ Dry features: Push & Go button, delay timer, Fast & Clean cycle, Fast & Clean 28, LED indicators

CANDY and INDESIT 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 Indesit Push&Go I3B L626 UK has 14. With intelligent loading of your CANDY or INDESIT dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically CANDY or INDESIT slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any CANDY — or INDESIT Push&Go 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 INDESIT 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 INDESIT tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and INDESIT I3B L626 UK come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your I3B L626 UK or CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher making noise.

The — CI 5D6F0MA-80 by CANDY emits 46db of sound, compared to the Push&Go I3B L626 UK which produces 46 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these CANDY and INDESIT models fall within.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB
• INDESIT I3B L626 UK Noise Level: 46dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some INDESIT 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 Indesit 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 INDESITs I3B L626 UK WiFi-Enabled: No

CANDY and INDESIT 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 INDESIT Push&Go I3B L626 UK achieves a similar high rating of 4.5/5 out of 5 from 119 customers.

Choosing Between Indesit and Candy dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both CI 5D6F0MA-80 and I3B L626 UK, are on par, which is the same across all parallel CANDY and INDESIT 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
• INDESIT I3B L626 UK Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.5/5

• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789
• I3B L626 UK INDESIT Reviews checked: 119

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00
INDESIT	I3B L626 UK	E	46dB	6	14	£419.00

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

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