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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,320
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,280
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 45 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

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

8.1

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%

8.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.1

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%

7.3

Features

25.0%

8.6

Programmes

10.0%

6.3

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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 8.8
    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%

    6.1

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 7.0
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.1

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    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 DFFABBL is a 60cm freestanding dishwasher featuring an iconic 1950s retro black aesthetic, designed with a 13 place setting capacity ideal for medium households. Operating with an efficient B energy rating, it consumes 9 litres of water per cycle and 63 kWh per 100 eco cycles with a low noise level of 45 dB. Key pros include the advanced 360-degree Planetarium wash system, a versatile FlexiDuo 3rd cutlery basket, 10 wash programmes with an Express 27-minute quick wash, and an automatic Dry Assist+ door-opening drying method. On the downside, its 13 place setting capacity is slightly smaller than some standard modern 14-to-16 setting machines, and it lacks smart Wi-Fi connectivity.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Smeg DFFABBL

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%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

8.1
Smeg DFFABBL has a technical score of 8.13 points, which is higher than 64.4% 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 DFFABBL 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%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

3.5

Price

6.8
Smeg DFFABBL has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is lower than 97.8% 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 DFFABBL 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

A
Smeg DFFABBL has washing efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
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

A
Smeg DFFABBL has drying efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% 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

C
Smeg DFFABBL has noise emission class C, which is worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 40.4% 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 DFFABBL 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

11
Smeg DFFABBL offers 11 wash programs, which is more than that of 98.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.8% 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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

no
Smeg DFFABBL does not have a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.7% of dishwashers.
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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Smeg DFFABBL vs the average dishwasher

  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg DFFABBL offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 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 DFFABBL offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).11 vs 6
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).27 min vs 30 min
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg DFFABBL has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 0.12 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg DFFABBL uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg DFFABBL reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Smeg DFFABBL uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Smeg DFFABBL uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg DFFABBL offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg DFFABBL has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Smeg DFFABBL has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

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Performance
Programmes
Design
  • Worse noise emission class
    Smeg DFFABBL has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • 1 dB higher noise level
    Smeg DFFABBL has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (45 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Smeg DFFABBL supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg DFFABBL takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg DFFABBL holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 6.5 cm taller height
    Smeg DFFABBL is taller than the average dishwasher (88.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 6.7 cm deeper depth
    Smeg DFFABBL is deeper than the average dishwasher (62.7 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 21.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg DFFABBL is heavier than the average dishwasher (61 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.1 m shorter cable length
    Smeg DFFABBL has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a 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

    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • Worse noise emission class
    Smeg DFFABBL has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    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

    Smeg DFFABBL has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Smeg DFFABBL supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Maximum delay duration.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Maximum delay duration across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg DFFABBL supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Time remaining indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg DFFABBL does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 6.5 cm taller height
    Smeg DFFABBL is taller than the average dishwasher (88.5 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 DFFABBL is taller than the average dishwasher (88.5 cm vs 82 cm).88.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg DFFABBL 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 DFFABBL takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).265 min vs 235 min
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Smeg DFFABBL?

  • Iconic 1950s retro aesthetic that makes a stunning visual statement in the kitchen
  • Planetarium wash system delivers excellent, spotless cleaning coverage
  • Dry Assist+ feature automatically opens the door at the end of the cycle for efficient, natural drying
  • Very quiet operation during wash cycles
  • Highly flexible loading options with the adjustable FlexiDuo third cutlery basket
  • Convenient and fast 27-minute quick wash programme
  • Solid energy efficiency with a good eco-rating for bill savings

What customers dislike about Smeg DFFABBL?

  • High premium price tag compared to non-retro models with similar features
  • Standard wash programs can take a long time to run (around 2.5 hours)
  • Some owners find the retro curved design can feel bulky in tighter kitchen layouts
  • Mixed reviews regarding customer support responsiveness if technical issues arise post-warranty

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