Miele G 5811 SC Active Plus Brilliant White Freestanding Dishwasher Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Miele G 5811 SC Active Plus dishwasher offers space for 14 place settings, five programmes and a useful 58-minute QuickPowerWash cycle for normally soiled crockery. Its 44dB noise level, 8.9-litre ECO water consumption and AutoOpen drying make it well suited to everyday household use, while the 3D MultiFlex Tray adds flexibility for cutlery, small items and taller glasses.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ The 14-place-setting capacity is well suited to larger everyday loads
- ✓ Quiet 44dB operation should be unobtrusive in open-plan or frequently used kitchens
- ✓ A convenient 58-minute option for normally soiled crockery
- ✓ Effective, convenient drying
- ✓ The adjustable 3D MultiFlex Tray gives useful flexibility for cutlery, small items and taller glasses
Worth considering
- The supplied information lists five programmes, so shoppers seeking a particularly broad programme selection may find the choice less extensive
Key Specifications
- Type
- Freestanding dishwasher
- Colour
- Brilliant White
- Capacity
- 14 place settings
- Programmes
- 5
- Noise level
- 44dB(A)
- Energy rating
- A
- Loading system
- 3D MultiFlex Tray and ComfortBasket
- Drying features
- AutoOpen and SensorDry
- Hot water connection
- Supported up to 60°C
- ECO water consumption
- 8.9 litres
- ECO energy consumption
- 0.45kWh
- QuickPowerWash duration
- 58 minutes
- Manufacturer product code
- G5811SC-WH
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for busy households that need generous capacity and a faster everyday cleaning option.
- ✓ Suitable for open-plan kitchens or homes where low operating noise is important.
- ✓ A good choice for users who regularly wash wine glasses, cutlery and mixed loads requiring flexible basket space.
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Capacity and cleaning performance
With room for 14 place settings, this dishwasher is aimed at substantial family or entertaining loads rather than occasional small washes. The five-programme selection includes QuickPowerWash, which is specified to clean normally soiled crockery in 58 minutes.
The 3D MultiFlex Tray and ComfortBasket make the interior more adaptable. The adjustable tray can accommodate cutlery and small items while creating space for taller glasses, helping users make better use of the available capacity.
Quiet and efficient everyday operation
At 44dB(A), the dishwasher is designed for quiet operation, making it a sensible option for kitchens that connect to living or dining areas. Its A energy rating and ECO figures of 8.9 litres of water and 0.45kWh support efficient routine use.
The supplied information also describes a hot water connection of up to 60°C, with potential reductions in electricity consumption and running time in certain conditions. These benefits depend on the household installation and water supply.
Drying and glass care
AutoOpen drying automatically opens the door at the end of a programme, while SensorDry adjusts the programme using temperature measurements to support drying and help reduce condensation. Together, these features are intended to make unloading more convenient.
Brilliant GlassCare and the FlexCare glass holder with silicone padding are designed for gentler treatment of delicate glassware. The specified 45°C Gentle programme gives users a lower-temperature option for suitable items.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.