HISENSE vs KENWOOD Dishwasher Comparison Results

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To guide your choice, we compare Hisense and Kenwood’s highest-end dishwashers, comparing wash features, energy ratings, and customer reviews. For Hisense, we look at the HV693A60UVADUK, and for Kenwood, their KID16X23, assessing the closest equivalents between dishwasher brands.

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HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK vs KENWOOD Full-size KID16X23 Comparison Details

We selected the HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK UV Clean with the KENWOOD KID16X23 Full-size as these dish washing appliances are the most expensive offerings from the Kenwood and Hisense range, providing a level brand comparison.

 

Hisense and Kenwood Dishwasher Energy Class

While not consuming as much energy as a tumble dryer, KENWOOD Full-size and HISENSE UV Clean dishwashers are comparable to washing machines in terms of kWh. However, KENWOOD and HISENSE dishwashers consume more annually, since they run wash cycles more often, burning 300 – 600 kWh/year. The HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK runs 49kWh and has a A energy class rating, and the KENWOOD KID16X23 is rated A and runs 56kWh.

The HISENSE UV Clean 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 HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK and KENWOOD KID16X23 have a lower power or “eco” setting to help reduce energy consumption and impact on electricity bills.

• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 49 kWh
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Energy Efficiency Rating: A / 56 kWh

Cleaning Programmes Compared

Modern KENWOOD and HISENSE dishwashers have functions to suit different dish soil levels. The HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK UV Clean has 7 cleaning programes to choose from, and the KENWOOD KID16X23 Full-size features 8. Both HISENSE and Kenwood models have options to control cleaning intensity (heat and duration), and energy.

For example, a KENWOOD KID16X23 or HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK dishwasher loaded will moderately dirty delicate glassware would require a different programme to a KENWOOD or HISENSE dishwasher full of greasy cookware like frying pans and oven baking trays. Regardless, the Hisense HV693A60UVADUK and Kenwood KID16X23 have modes to handle all types of cleaning, from mild to heavy dirty dishes.

• HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK Clean/Dry features: Super hygienic UV technology, Automatic door opening, Ion Fresh tech, Auto-dosing, Fan Dry
• KENWOOD Full-size KID16X23 Clean/ Dry features: Soil-Sensing Auto Wash, HI-TEMP Hygiene wash, Auto-Open Drying, Wide LED display, Delay Start

HISENSE 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 Hisense UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK has 16 place settings and the Kenwood Full-size KID16X23 has 16. With intelligent loading of your HISENSE or KENWOOD dishwasher racks and basket, you’ll be able to fit more or less the recommended setting.

Typically HISENSE or KENWOOD slimline dishwashers have 9 – 10 place settings and a full-size 12 – 16. Any HISENSE UV Clean 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 HISENSE 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 HISENSE and KENWOOD tumble dryers and washing machines, dishwashers are quieter. However, the HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK 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 HV693A60UVADUK dishwasher making noise.

The UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK by HISENSE emits 38db of sound, compared to the Full-size KID16X23 which produces 43 dB; 44 dB or lower is considered quiet for a dishwasher, which these HISENSE and KENWOOD models fall within.

• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Noise Level: 38dB
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Noise Level: 43dB

Dishwasher WiFi

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

• Is HISENSEs HV693A60UVADUK WiFi-Enabled: Yes
• Is KENWOODs KID16X23 WiFi-Enabled: No

HISENSE and KENWOOD User Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from 133 reviewers who bought the HISENSE UV Clean HV693A60UVADUK dishwasher gave 4.3/5 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 Hisense dishwashers

As shown from the ratings, both HV693A60UVADUK and KID16X23, are on par, which is the same across all parallel HISENSE 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.

• HISENSE HV693A60UVADUK Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.3/5
• KENWOOD KID16X23 Rating (out of 5 stars): 4.5/5

• HV693A60UVADUK HISENSE Reviews checked: 133
• KID16X23 KENWOOD Reviews checked: 61

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Programmes	Place Settings	RRP
HISENSE	HV693A60UVADUK	A	38dB	7	16	£799.00
KENWOOD	KID16X23	A	43dB	8	16	£499.00

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

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