Miele vs Siemens Dishwashers

Miele and Siemens both build dishwashers with a strong German heritage, but they are priced differently. The Miele models in this comparison run from £699 for the G 5110 SC Active 14-place dishwasher to £1,449 for the G 7130 SCCLST AutoDos model, which includes the automatic powder dispensing system. Siemens dishwashers run from £699 for the SN23EC03ME 14-place model with varioSpeed Plus to £999 for the SN27TI02CE smart 14-place model with a Zeolith compartment and flexComfort Pro rack.

Miele highlights AutoDos, which automatically dispenses powder, QuickPowerWash for fast cycles, EcoPower technology that the brand says uses just 6 litres of water, and the 3D MultiFlex tray. Its G5740SC model adds AutoOpen drying, delay start and seven programmes, while the G5310SCWH with a removable cutlery tray runs at 33dB. Miele also quotes testing to 7,500 cycles and a long working life. Siemens focuses on brilliantShine drying with Zeolith minerals, varioSpeed Plus, which the brand says cuts programme time by up to 66%, and flexComfort Pro baskets. Its iQdrive motor carries a 10-year warranty, and Home Connect lets you start and monitor cycles from a phone. The SN25ZI07CE adds RackMatic and a glass zone.

Miele suits households that want the strongest long-term build and a fully automated cleaning routine, particularly those that use a lot of powder and want the AutoDos system to handle dosing. Its 14-place models suit large families and anyone who entertains regularly. Siemens suits buyers who want modern connectivity and fast drying at a more accessible price. It also makes sense for smaller budgets, where the cheapest 14-place model at £699 gives solid performance without the premium price tag.

Bottom line: choose Miele if you want the most robust, fully automated dishwasher and will pay from £699 up to £1,449 for features like AutoDos and AutoOpen drying; choose Siemens if you want smart connectivity, faster programmes and Zeolith drying for between £699 and £999.