CANDY vs KENWOOD Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Candy and Kenwood’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Candy, we look at the CI 5D6F0MA-80, and for Kenwood, their KID16X23, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 vs KENWOOD Full-size KID16X23 Comparison Details

We selected the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — with the KENWOOD KID16X23 Full-size as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Kenwood and Candy range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Candy and Kenwood Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, KENWOOD Full-size and CANDY — dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, KENWOOD 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 KENWOOD KID16X23 is rated A and runs 56kWh.

The CANDY — and KENWOOD Full-size 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 KENWOOD KID16X23 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
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 56 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern KENWOOD 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 KENWOOD KID16X23 Full-size features 8. Both CANDY and Kenwood models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a KENWOOD KID16X23 or CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a KENWOOD or CANDY dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 and Kenwood KID16X23 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
• KENWOOD Full-size KID16X23 Clean/ Dry features: Soil-Sensing Auto Wash, HI-TEMP Hygiene wash, Auto-Open Drying, Wide LED display, Delay Start

CANDY and KENWOOD 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 Kenwood Full-size KID16X23 has 16. With intelligent loading of your CANDY or KENWOOD dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically CANDY or KENWOOD slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any CANDY — or KENWOOD Full-size 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 KENWOOD 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 KENWOOD tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and KENWOOD KID16X23 come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your KID16X23 or CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher making noise.

The — CI 5D6F0MA-80 by CANDY emits 46db of sound, compared to the Full-size KID16X23 which produces 43 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these CANDY and KENWOOD models fall within.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Noise Level: 43dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some KENWOOD 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 Kenwood 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 KENWOODs KID16X23 WiFi-Enabled: No

CANDY and KENWOOD 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 KENWOOD Full-size KID16X23 achieves a similar high rating of 4.5/5 out of 5 from 61 customers.

Choosing Between Kenwood and Candy dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both CI 5D6F0MA-80 and KID16X23, are on par, which is the same across all parallel CANDY and KENWOOD 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
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.5/5

• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789
• KID16X23 KENWOOD Reviews checked: 61

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00
KENWOOD	KID16X23	A	43dB	8	16	£499.00

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

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