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  • Avg. price: ~£680
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Smeg DF344BX review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Dishwashers category.

Score components:

80.0%

8.4

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Excellent
8.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

9.1

Performance

30.0%

7.6

Features

25.0%

9.4

Programmes

10.0%

6.2

Design

Excellent
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 9.0
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 8.0
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    9.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    8.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The SMEG DF344BX is a 60cm full-size freestanding dishwasher featuring a premium stainless steel finish, a 13 place setting capacity, and an efficient B energy rating. Key characteristics include a specialized Planetarium Wash System for high-precision 360-degree water coverage, a flexible FlexiDuo 3rd cutlery basket, 10 distinct wash programs—such as a 27-minute Express cycle—and a quiet 44 dB noise level powered by an inverter motor. Main advantages include the Dry Assist+ feature, which automatically opens the door at the cycle's end to optimize natural drying, a low water consumption of 9 liters per eco cycle, and Total Aquastop flood protection. On the downside, the appliance lacks smart connectivity/Wi-Fi controls, lacks a designated child lock safety feature, and has a relatively long standard eco cycle duration of 265 minutes.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Smeg DF344BX

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

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Performance

30.0%

?

Features

25.0%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

8.4
Smeg DF344BX has a technical score of 8.44 points, which is higher than 79.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Smeg DF344BX has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

6.9

Price

8.0
Smeg DF344BX has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 56.5% of products in this category.
Energy efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: HIGH

B
Smeg DF344BX has energy efficiency class B, which is better than that of 74.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 13.4% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Washing efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Drying efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

B
Smeg DF344BX has drying efficiency class B, which is worse than that of 98.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.7% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

B
Smeg DF344BX has noise emission class B, which is better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 54.2% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

Importance: HIGH

0.634 kWh
Smeg DF344BX uses 0.634 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 80.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.8% of dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

10
Smeg DF344BX offers 10 wash programs, which is more than that of 91.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.2% of dishwashers.
Quick wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quick wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Smeg DF344BX has a quick wash program. This feature is present in 99.6% of dishwashers.
Quick wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

27 min
Smeg DF344BX completes its quick wash in 27 min, which is shorter than that of 90.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.9% of dishwashers.
Eco wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

265 min
Smeg DF344BX completes its Eco wash in 265 min, which is longer than that of 76.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.4% of dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg DF344BX has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% of dishwashers.
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Automatic door opening
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Smeg DF344BX has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% of dishwashers.
Touch screen
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Touch screen.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Smeg DF344BX does not have a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.2% of dishwashers.
Load sensor
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Load sensor.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Overflow protection
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Overflow protection.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Smeg DF344BX has overflow protection. This feature is present in 97.1% of dishwashers.
Adjustable water softener
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Adjustable water softener.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Smeg DF344BX has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
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Type of installation
What it is: This attribute refers to Type of installation.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: LOW

freestanding
No. of place settings
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

13
Smeg DF344BX holds 13 place settings, which is fewer than that of 55.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.7% of dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Cutlery basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg DF344BX has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% of dishwashers.
Height adjustable top basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Height adjustable top basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg DF344BX has a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93% of dishwashers.
Digital display
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Digital display.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Smeg DF344BX has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Smeg DF344BX vs the average dishwasher

  • 4 more wash programs
    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).10 vs 6
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash temperatures.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash temperatures across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg DF344BX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg DF344BX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg DF344BX has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 0.12 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg DF344BX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg DF344BX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.634 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg DF344BX reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Max cleaning temperature.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Max cleaning temperature across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).75 °C vs 70 °C
  • 3 min shorter quick wash time
    Smeg DF344BX finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).27 min vs 30 min
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg DF344BX has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Pause option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DF344BX has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg DF344BX has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 0.12 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg DF344BX uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg DF344BX reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Smeg DF344BX uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Smeg DF344BX uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 4 more wash programs
    Smeg DF344BX offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (10 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg DF344BX has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 3 min shorter quick wash time
    Smeg DF344BX finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg DF344BX has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 0.25 m longer supply hose length
    Smeg DF344BX has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.55 m).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design
  • Worse drying efficiency class
    Smeg DF344BX has a worse drying efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs A).
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg DF344BX takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg DF344BX holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg DF344BX does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Smeg DF344BX is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.8 cm taller height
    Smeg DF344BX is taller than the average dishwasher (84.8 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 14.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg DF344BX is heavier than the average dishwasher (54 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.1 m shorter cable length
    Smeg DF344BX has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Worse drying efficiency class
    Smeg DF344BX has a worse drying efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs A).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX has a worse drying efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs A).B vs A
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg DF344BX holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg DF344BX does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Child lock.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DF344BX does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg DF344BX takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DF344BX takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).265 min vs 235 min
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Smeg DF344BX is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Depth.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Depth across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DF344BX is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 2.8 cm taller height
    Smeg DF344BX is taller than the average dishwasher (84.8 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DF344BX is taller than the average dishwasher (84.8 cm vs 82 cm).84.8 cm vs 82 cm
  • 14.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg DF344BX is heavier than the average dishwasher (54 kg vs 39.1 kg).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Weight.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Weight across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DF344BX is heavier than the average dishwasher (54 kg vs 39.1 kg).54 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 61.9% more expensive
    Smeg DF344BX is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£680 vs £420).
    Smeg DF344BX is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£680 vs £420).£680 vs £420
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Smeg DF344BX?

  • Sleek and modern stainless steel design that looks great in kitchens
  • Generous 13 place setting capacity suitable for families
  • Effective Planetarium Wash System provides deep water coverage for heavily soiled pots and pans
  • Convenient 27-minute quick wash program for small or rushed loads
  • Dry Assist auto door-opening mechanism improves drying efficiency and minimizes interior odors
  • Highly flexible loading with an adjustable top basket and versatile FlexiDuo cutlery storage

What customers dislike about Smeg DF344BX?

  • Initial learning curve with a stacking arrangement that can feel fiddly compared to other brands
  • Eco cycle duration is quite long, lasting around 4 hours and 25 minutes
  • Premium pricing makes it a substantial investment compared to alternative brands
  • The auto door-open feature can sometimes leave a wet patch on the outer rim of the unit
  • Potential for expensive out-of-warranty replacement parts and repairs if a component fails

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