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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,320
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,500
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: B
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Smeg STFABRD3 review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

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%

8.3

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Excellent
8.3

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%

9.3

Performance

30.0%

7.3

Features

25.0%

9.0

Programmes

10.0%

6.1

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 STFABRD3 is a 60 cm under-counter retro 50's style dishwasher featuring a glossy red domed door, a 13 place setting capacity, and an Inverter 2.0 motor operating at a quiet 44 dB noise level. Key performance specifications include an efficient Class B energy rating, 9-liter water consumption per cycle, and 10+1 wash programs driven by a patented Planetarium Wash System alongside a FlexiDuo third cutlery basket. Prominent advantages include an automatic Dry Assist+ door-opening system for efficient drying, Total Aqua Stop flood protection, and an AquaTest turbidity sensor, though it is held back by a notably long standard cycle time of 265 minutes and a basic 1-digit LED control display.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Smeg STFABRD3

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%

?

Performance

30.0%

?

Features

25.0%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

8.3
Smeg STFABRD3 has a technical score of 8.32 points, which is higher than 73.1% 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%

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 STFABRD3 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%

8.3

Overall score

40.0%

3.5

Price

6.9
Smeg STFABRD3 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 96.5% 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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-under
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 STFABRD3 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

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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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Smeg STFABRD3 vs the average dishwasher

  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).11 vs 6
  • 3 more wash temperatures
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).7 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).B vs D
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).27 min vs 30 min
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (7 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Smeg STFABRD3 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (B vs D).
  • 0.12 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Smeg STFABRD3 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.6 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 5 °C higher maximum cleaning temperature
    Smeg STFABRD3 reaches a higher cleaning temperature than the average dishwasher (75 °C vs 70 °C).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Smeg STFABRD3 uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Smeg STFABRD3 uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 5 more wash programs
    Smeg STFABRD3 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (11 vs 6).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (27 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a pause option
    Smeg STFABRD3 has a pause option, while the average dishwasher does not have a pause option. 43.6% of dishwashers have a pause option.
  • 0.2 cm shorter height
    Smeg STFABRD3 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.8 cm vs 82 cm).

Total
Performance
Programmes
Design
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Smeg STFABRD3 supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • 30 min longer Eco wash time
    Smeg STFABRD3 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg STFABRD3 does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 0.15 m shorter supply hose length
    Smeg STFABRD3 has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 6.9 kg heavier weight
    Smeg STFABRD3 is heavier than the average dishwasher (46 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 2.4 cm deeper depth
    Smeg STFABRD3 is deeper than the average dishwasher (58.4 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 0.1 m shorter cable length
    Smeg STFABRD3 has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Smeg STFABRD3 is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Does not have a load sensor
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 does not have a load sensor, while the average dishwasher has a load sensor. 69.6% of dishwashers have a load sensor.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a child lock
    Smeg STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 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 STFABRD3 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (265 min vs 235 min).265 min vs 235 min
  • 0.15 m shorter supply hose length
    Smeg STFABRD3 has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 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 STFABRD3 has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.4 m vs 1.55 m).1.4 m vs 1.55 m
  • 3.14x more expensive
    Smeg STFABRD3 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£1320 vs £420).
    Smeg STFABRD3 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£1320 vs £420).£1,320 vs £420
  • 14.4% worse value for money
    Smeg STFABRD3 offers worse value for money than the average dishwasher (6.89 vs 7.875).
    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.
    Smeg STFABRD3 offers worse value for money than the average dishwasher (6.89 vs 7.875).6.89 vs 7.88
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Smeg STFABRD3?

  • Distinctive 1950s retro red aesthetic design
  • Whisper-quiet operation at 44 dB with a dedicated silent program
  • Excellent energy efficiency with a Class B rating
  • Convenient automatic door opening system (Dry Assist+) for natural drying
  • Highly flexible loading options including the FlexiDuo third cutlery basket and adjustable racks
  • Fast cleaning options such as the 27-minute express cycle
  • Advanced leak protection via the Total Aqua Stop system

What customers dislike about Smeg STFABRD3?

  • Premium, expensive price tag compared to alternative brands with similar features
  • General user sentiment indicates the brand focuses more on style over long-term build durability
  • Common consumer complaints regarding Smeg appliances failing prematurely or experiencing electronic glitches
  • Customer support and after-sales service are widely criticized by reviewers as unhelpful
  • Package lacks a standard threaded adapter for the water inlet hose, which may complicate initial installation

Expert reviews

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consumentenbond.nl
01/05/2022
Summary of the review
Smeg STFABRD3 - Test, Reviews & Prijzen
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consumentenbond.nl
01/08/2026
Summary of the review
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