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Samsung DW-FG520W review

Samsung DW-FG520W

CHOICE Expert Rating

64%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent water efficiency
  • Excellent energy efficiency
  • Has fold down tines
  • Has half load
  • Very cheap to run
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Poor drying score
  • Long cycle time

Type

Configuration
Conventional
Dishwasher type
Freestanding with worktop

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
64%
Washing score
73%
Drying score
30%
Energy efficiency score
87%
Energy use (kWh)
0.64
Water use (L)
11
Noise level (dBA)
47
Program time (minutes)
154
Year tested
2023 or earlier

Energy and sustainability

Energy star rating
3.5
Claimed energy use (kWh/year)
255
Energy star program
Normal 45°C
Water star rating
4.5
Claimed water use (L)
11.8
Reliability score
Not available
Satisfaction score
Not available
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
Thailand
Shop Ethical rating
C

Similar models

Similar models
Similar to DWFG520S and DWFG520L
Differences
DWFG520S – Stainless steel, and DWFG520L

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Specifications

Program tested
Normal 45°C
Place settings
13
Cutlery (Basket/Tray)
Yes/No
Colour
White
Tap connection
Cold
Maximum hot water inlet temperature
60°C
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
85 x 60 x 57
Water inlet pressure (kPa)
50 – 800
Website
samsung.com.au

Cost

Price
$999.00
Running cost over 10 years
$1,011.00

Features

Child lock door
Child lock controls
Child lock dispenser
Not tested
Anti-flood hose
Delay start
Time remaining display
Height adjustable basket
Not tested
Easy-to-lift top basket
Fold-down plate racks
Yes (1/2 of the tines)
Fan assisted drying
Not tested
Salt dispenser
Not tested
Internal light
Not tested
Auto-open door
Not tested
Eco or bio wash
Light or fast wash
Delicates
Pots or intensive wash
Not tested
Rinse only
Auto or sensor program
Half load
End of wash signal (audible/visual)
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