Neff S199ZB803E N 90 Integrated 60cm Dishwasher Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The NEFF S199ZB803E dishwasher is a high-specification full-size integrated model built around Zeolith drying, flexible Flex 3 loading and variable-hinge installation. It combines a 13-place capacity with a quiet 40 dB operating level, B-rated energy efficiency, 9-litre Eco water use and useful connected controls through Home Connect. It is particularly compelling for fitted kitchens where drying plastics and accommodating different load shapes matter. The main drawbacks are the lengthy Eco programme, a 13-place rather than class-leading capacity and the need for compatible installation space and a furniture front.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Zeolith and heat-exchanger drying is well suited to plastics as well as crockery and glassware
- ✓ Quiet 40 dB operation with a dedicated Night programme
- ✓ Flexible Flex 3 baskets, retrofit third rack and three-stage upper-basket adjustment
- ✓ Variable hinge, adjustable plinth and column-installation support improve fitting flexibility
- ✓ Home Connect, TFT controls, gap illumination and Door Open Assist provide a strong convenience specification
Worth considering
- The 13-place capacity is lower than that of some larger full-size dishwashers offering 14 or 15 place settings
- The Eco programme takes 3 hours 35 minutes, so it is not a quick cycle for routine loads
- The noise emission class is B rather than the top A class, despite the quiet 40 dB operating level
- Home Connect features depend on a compatible account and internet-connected setup, which adds complexity for buyers wanting purely appliance-based controls
Key Specifications
- Voltage
- 220–240 V
- AquaStop
- Yes
- Net weight
- 46.6 kg
- Programmes
- Economy, Auto 45–65°C, Intelligent, IntensivePlus, Short, Glass 40°C, Night and Custom
- Third rack
- Retrofit third rack
- Aqua sensor
- Yes
- Noise level
- 40 dB(A) re 1 pW
- TFT display
- Yes
- Home Connect
- Yes
- Tub material
- Stainless steel
- Basket system
- Flex 3
- Drying system
- Zeolith and heat exchanger
- Place settings
- 13
- Variable hinge
- Yes
- Appliance width
- 60 cm
- Door Open Assist
- Yes
- Gap illumination
- Yes
- SilentPowerDrive
- Yes
- Adjustable plinth
- Horizontal and vertical
- Installation type
- Fully integrated
- Additional options
- Remote Start, Shine & Dry, Power Zone, HygienePlus, varioSpeed Plus and Machine Care
- Energy consumption
- 64 kWh/100 Eco cycles
- Column installation
- Yes
- Detergent detection
- Yes
- Maximum start delay
- 24 hours
- Child-safety devices
- Yes
- Noise emission class
- B
- Eco water consumption
- 9.0 litres per Eco cycle
- Home Connect features
- Remote monitoring and control, app add-on functions and Silence on Demand
- Eco energy consumption
- 0.635 kWh per Eco cycle
- Eco programme duration
- 3 hours 35 minutes
- Energy efficiency class
- B
- Lower-basket flip tines
- 8
- Upper-basket adjustment
- Rackmatic three-stage
- Upper-basket flip tines
- 6
- Water management system
- No
- Precise Glass Protection
- Yes
- Manufacturer product code
- S199ZB803E
- Furniture-front weight range
- 4.5–11 kg
- Product dimensions (H x W x D)
- 815 x 598 x 550 mm
- Upper-basket anti-slip protection
- Yes
- Installation dimensions (H x W x D)
- 815–875 x 600–608 x 550 mm
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Households wanting a premium fully integrated 60 cm dishwasher for a fitted kitchen.
- ✓ Buyers who prioritise strong drying performance on glassware, crockery and plastics.
- ✓ Users who value flexible loading, a quiet 40 dB operating level and adjustable installation options.
- ✓ Smart-home users who will make use of Home Connect remote monitoring and control.
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Installation and design
The NEFF S199ZB803E dishwasher is fully integrated behind a furniture door and measures 815 x 598 x 550 mm. Its variable hinge, adjustable plinth and column-installation support give it more installation flexibility than a basic built-in model, including compatibility with furniture fronts weighing between 4.5 and 11 kg.
It needs a suitable full-size cabinet opening between 815 and 875 mm high and 600 to 608 mm wide, so careful measurement is essential. This is a built-in appliance rather than a freestanding replacement, and the furniture door is not included as part of the visible appliance finish.
Loading and cleaning performance
The NEFF S199ZB803E dishwasher accommodates 13 place settings and uses a Flex 3 basket system with a retrofit third rack, six upper-basket flip tines, eight lower-basket flip tines and a three-stage Rackmatic height adjustment. That combination should make it easier to accommodate tall glasses, pans and mixed everyday loads.
Its programme selection covers Economy, Auto 45–65°C, Intelligent, IntensivePlus, Short, Glass 40°C, Night and Custom programmes. Power Zone, HygienePlus, varioSpeed Plus and Machine Care add useful options for heavily soiled cookware, hygiene-focused washes and routine maintenance.
Drying, energy and noise
Zeolith drying combined with a heat exchanger is the standout feature. The system is designed to improve drying across a broad range of items, including plastics that can remain wet in conventional condenser-drying machines.
The appliance carries a B energy label, uses 64 kWh per 100 Eco cycles and consumes 9 litres of water per Eco cycle. Its 40 dB noise output is well suited to open-plan kitchens, although the Eco programme takes 3 hours 35 minutes and the noise emission class is B rather than the top A class.
Controls and connected features
A TFT display, 24-hour delay timer, Door Open Assist and gap illumination make everyday operation straightforward. The light in the door gap provides a useful visual indication that a cycle is running when the fully integrated controls are hidden.
Home Connect adds remote monitoring and control, app-based add-on functions and Silence on Demand. These connected functions require a compatible account and internet-connected setup, so they are most useful to buyers who actively want app control rather than simply needing a conventional dishwasher.
Safety and ownership considerations
AquaStop leak protection, child-safety devices, a stainless-steel tub, Precise Glass Protection, an aqua sensor and detergent detection give the appliance a strong specification for everyday ownership.
The main compromises are its 13-place capacity compared with larger full-size alternatives, the long Eco programme and the installation requirements of a fully integrated design. It is best suited to shoppers who will use its drying technology and loading flexibility rather than those seeking the simplest or quickest dishwasher.
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.