AEG vs Smeg Dishwashers

AEG and Smeg both sell full-size dishwashers with 13 to 15 place setting capacity, but Smeg is distinctive for its design. The Smeg DF262DB 13 place setting model in white costs £399, the DF344BW 13 place setting in white is £536, and AEG's FFB53937ZM 14 place setting model starts at £499. That puts Smeg's entry model below AEG, while its design-led DF344BW sits above it.

Smeg's signature is its retro-modern styling, and its dishwashers are rated A+++ for energy, use around 9.8 litres of water per cycle and run at 42 to 44dB. Its quick wash programme finishes in 27 minutes, the FlexiDuo third basket adds loading flexibility and the orbital wash system aims for thorough cleaning. The DF344BW adds Dry Assist and a Half Load Flexizone, while the DF262DB has a delay timer and seven programmes. AEG's distinguishing features are ComfortLift, QuickSelect and AirDry, which opens the door at the end of the cycle.

AEG suits households that want ComfortLift loading and an automatic drying door, particularly families who need a 14 or 15 place setting capacity. Smeg suits buyers who want their kitchen to feel designed and who would rather pay a premium for the look. The DF262DB at £399 is the most affordable Smeg option here, with a delay timer that suits off-peak running. Renters and small households will find the 13 place setting capacity more than enough for daily use. AEG's 15 place setting option suits families with larger loads, a need that Smeg's 13 place models do not meet.

Bottom line: choose AEG if you want ComfortLift, AirDry and a 14 place capacity from £499, and choose Smeg if styling matters most, starting from the DF262DB at £399 with a delay timer.