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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£500
  • Avg. price in US: ~$610
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 45 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Smeg ST352AL review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

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%

9.5

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%

8.8

Performance

30.0%

7.9

Features

25.0%

9.4

Programmes

10.0%

6.4

Design

Excellent
9.5

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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

8.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(7)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 8.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    5.0

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    6.1

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 7.7
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.1

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Smeg ST352AL is a 60 cm fully-integrated built-in dishwasher featuring a 13 place setting capacity, an Inverter 2.0 motor, and an exceptional Class A energy efficiency rating that consumes just 53 kWh per 100 cycles and 10.5 liters of water per cycle. Its performance is highlighted by the patented Planetarium Wash System for full water coverage, a multi-stage temperature range up to 75°C, and 10+1 programs including a 27-minute Express cycle, a 60-minute Full Express mode, and a Silent option that dampens the 45 dB noise output by an extra 2 dB. Highly practical pros include the adjustable FlexiDuo third cutlery basket, ActiveLight floor projection for status indication, Total AquaStop leak protection, and the energy-efficient Dry Assist+ system that automatically opens the door at cycle completion. Conversely, notable cons include its standard 275-minute duration for the standard Eco wash cycle and the aesthetic limitation that it is an integrated model requiring a separate custom furniture panel, which is not supplied.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Smeg ST352AL

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%

8.8

Performance

30.0%

7.9

Features

25.0%

9.4

Programmes

10.0%

6.4

Design

8.4
Smeg ST352AL has a technical score of 8.42 points, which is higher than 78.1% 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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

8.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(7)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.5
Smeg ST352AL has a user score of 9.52 points, which is higher than 98.6% of products in this category.
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.
8.4
Smeg ST352AL has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 63.3% 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%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

7.9

Price

8.4
Smeg ST352AL has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.4 points, which is higher than 85.2% 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

A
Smeg ST352AL has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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

B
Smeg ST352AL 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

0.53 kWh
Smeg ST352AL uses 0.53 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 95.4% 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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

275 min
Smeg ST352AL completes its Eco wash in 275 min, which is longer than that of 86.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.8% 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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

yes
Smeg ST352AL has a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.6% 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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

built-in
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 ST352AL 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

no
Smeg ST352AL does not have a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.5% 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Smeg ST352AL vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg ST352AL has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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 ST352AL has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • 0.22 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg ST352AL uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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 ST352AL uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.53 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).11 vs 6
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL 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 ST352AL finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).27 min vs 30 min
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg ST352AL has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.22 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg ST352AL uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg ST352AL offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg ST352AL reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg ST352AL offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg ST352AL has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 1.5 cm shallower depth
    Smeg ST352AL is shallower than the average dishwasher (54.5 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.2 cm shorter height
    Smeg ST352AL is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.8 cm vs 82 cm).

Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Smeg ST352AL uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 280 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Smeg ST352AL uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 1 dB higher noise level
    Smeg ST352AL has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (45 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg ST352AL takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg ST352AL holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Smeg ST352AL does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg ST352AL does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Smeg ST352AL has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.1 m shorter cable length
    Smeg ST352AL has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 2.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg ST352AL is heavier than the average dishwasher (42 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1 L higher water usage per cycle
    Smeg ST352AL uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Water usage per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Water usage per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg ST352AL uses more water per cycle than the average dishwasher (10.5 L vs 9.5 L).10.5 L vs 9.5 L
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg ST352AL takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 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 ST352AL takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).275 min vs 235 min
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Smeg ST352AL does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a 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

    Smeg ST352AL does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg ST352AL 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 ST352AL does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 280 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Smeg ST352AL uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Smeg ST352AL uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2940 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 1 dB higher noise level
    Smeg ST352AL has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (45 dB vs 44 dB).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Noise level.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Noise level across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Smeg ST352AL has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (45 dB vs 44 dB).45 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Smeg ST352AL has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Supply hose length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Supply hose length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Smeg ST352AL has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).1.5 m vs 1.55 m
Total
Overall
Performance
Programmes
Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
7 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Smeg ST352AL?

  • Excellent energy efficiency with an Class A rating
  • Quiet operation running at 45 dB with a dedicated Silent program
  • Effective drying performance aided by the Dry Assist+ automatic door opening system
  • Thorough cleaning coverage from the patented Planetarium wash system
  • Loading flexibility provided by the FlexiDuo third cutlery basket and adjustable upper rack
  • Convenient operation indicators like the ActiveLight beam projected onto the floor

What customers dislike about Smeg ST352AL?

  • Premium pricing makes it more expensive compared to other entry-level options
  • Standard drying efficiency class is rated at C despite the automatic door opening feature
  • Long cycle duration for the standard Eco wash program
  • General brand complaints regarding slow or difficult customer service response times

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