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LG DF030FW review: 60 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?No. of place settings:13Energy efficiency class:ENoise level:46 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

LG DF030FW Review: Compare 60 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

LG DF030FW
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

75%

7.5

Technical score

25%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 73% of dishwashers
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Value for money

Value for money
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

35%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.1

Features

25%

8.8

Programmes

10%

8.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 68%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models

7.5

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.2

Rating

30%

6.9

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 76%
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher LG DF030FW

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

35%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.1

Features

25%

8.8

Programmes

10%

8.7

Design

7.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

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Price

8.2
Energy efficiency class
E
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class E, worse than that of 68.2% of dishwashers and the same as that of 26.3% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 0.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99.1% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
C
This dishwasher has noise-emission class C, worse than that of 54.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 41.3% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.93 kWh
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.93 kWh; it is higher than that of 85.3% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 3.8% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
?
Quick wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
?
Eco wash time
?
Delicate wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
no
This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 9.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
?
Overflow protection
yes
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 96.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
?
No. of place settings
13
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 13; it is lower than that of 55% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 20.4% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 92% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 91.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
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LG DF030FW vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 3.6% better value for money
    LG DF030FW offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.23 vs 7.9).
    8.23 vs 7.94
  • 3.6% better value for money
    LG DF030FW offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.23 vs 7.9).
    8.23 vs 7.94
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses direct drive as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    direct drive vs inverter
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.18 kWh more energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.93 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Worse noise-emission class
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
    E vs D
  • 2 dB louder
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
    46 dB vs 44 dB
  • 1 fewer place settings
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
    13 vs 14
  • 0.4 L more water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (9.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 6.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models

    7.5

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.2

    Rating

    30%

    6.9

    Popularity

    7.5 vs 8.0
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses direct drive as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    direct drive vs inverter
  • 0.18 kWh more energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.93 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Worse noise-emission class
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
    E vs D
  • 2 dB louder
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
    46 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.4 L more water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (9.9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9.9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 112 L/year more water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (2,772 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,772 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
    13 vs 14
  • 12.8% heavier
    This dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (44 kg vs 39 kg).
    44.01 kg vs 39 kg

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What customers like about LG DF030FW

  • 13 place settings give room for a full family meal.
  • A cutlery drawer keeps spoons and forks from slipping through the baskets.
  • The delicate wash suits glasses and thin plates.
  • Overflow protection helps prevent a flood if something goes wrong.
  • Wi-Fi lets you start a cycle from your phone.
  • A half load option saves time and water on small loads.

What customers don't like about LG DF030FW

  • Energy use is 0.93 kWh per cycle, with a class E rating.
  • The door does not open by itself, so you must open it to let the steam out.
  • There is no self-cleaning filter, so the filter needs rinsing by hand.
  • There is no Bluetooth or detergent tablet counter.

Verdict

Cutlery goes in its own drawer on the LG DF030FW, which stops small spoons from slipping through the baskets. It holds 13 place settings and uses 9.9 L of water per cycle. The delicate programme is useful for glasses, and a quick wash and intensive wash cover the rest. A half load option and overflow protection help with small loads and mishaps. Wi-Fi lets you start a cycle from your phone, and the delay start can be set for later. The trade-off is energy, with 0.93 kWh per cycle and a class E rating. Over a year, that use adds up, so it matters if the machine runs every day. It suits a household that wants a full-size machine with a delicate cycle and a cutlery drawer, without a lot of extras.

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