CANDY vs MIELE Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Candy and Miele’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Candy, we look at the CI 5D6F0MA-80, and for Miele, their G7040 SC, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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CANDY — CI 5D6F0MA-80 vs MIELE AutoDos G7040 SC Comparison Details

We selected the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 — with the MIELE G7040 SC AutoDos as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Miele and Candy range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Candy and Miele Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, MIELE AutoDos and CANDY — dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, MIELE 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 MIELE G7040 SC is rated A and runs 54kWh.

The CANDY — and MIELE AutoDos 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 MIELE G7040 SC 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
• MIELE G7040 SC Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 54 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern MIELE 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 MIELE G7040 SC AutoDos features 10. Both CANDY and Miele models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a MIELE G7040 SC or CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a MIELE or CANDY dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Candy CI 5D6F0MA-80 and Miele G7040 SC 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
• MIELE AutoDos G7040 SC Clean/ Dry features: AutoDos with PowerDisk, QuickPowerWash, 3D MultiFlex, EcoPower tech, XL Assist, ComfortWash+, SensorDry

CANDY and MIELE 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 Miele AutoDos G7040 SC has 14. With intelligent loading of your CANDY or MIELE dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically CANDY or MIELE slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any CANDY — or MIELE AutoDos 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 MIELE 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 MIELE tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 and MIELE G7040 SC come with a noise ratings, like all dishwashers. The internal water pump, spinning arms, vibrations, and water jets, all contribute to your G7040 SC or CI 5D6F0MA-80 dishwasher making noise.

The — CI 5D6F0MA-80 by CANDY emits 46db of sound, compared to the AutoDos G7040 SC which produces 43 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these CANDY and MIELE models fall within.

• CANDY CI 5D6F0MA-80 Noise Level: 46dB
• MIELE G7040 SC Noise Level: 43dB

Dishwasher WiFi

Some MIELE 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 Miele 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 MIELEs G7040 SC WiFi-Enabled: Yes

CANDY and MIELE 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 MIELE AutoDos G7040 SC achieves a similar high rating of 4.7/5 out of 5 from 228 customers.

Choosing Between Miele and Candy dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both CI 5D6F0MA-80 and G7040 SC, are on par, which is the same across all parallel CANDY and MIELE 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
• MIELE G7040 SC Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.7/5

• CI 5D6F0MA-80 CANDY Reviews checked: 789
• G7040 SC MIELE Reviews checked: 228

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
CANDY	CI 5D6F0MA-80	D	46dB	8	15	£429.00
MIELE	G7040 SC	A	43dB	10	14	£1,499.00

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

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