Beko vs Bosch Dishwashers

Beko and Bosch make a budget versus mid-range pairing. Beko's models start at £249 for the DVN04X20W 13 place setting freestanding machine and the DVS04X20W 10 place slimline, with the BDFN26430W at £299.99 and the BDEN38640FG 16 place setting Fast45 at £379. Bosch's range runs from £399 for the SMS26AW08G 12 place setting machine to £449 for the SMS2HVI67G 14 place Wi-Fi model, the SPS4HMW49G with Home Connect and the SPS2IKW01G Home Connect model.

Beko's features are a 30 minute quick wash and half load function on its freestanding models, with a removable sliding cutlery basket on the DVN and DVS machines. Beko's wider range includes AquaIntense, a ProSmart inverter motor and AutoDosing. Bosch's features are Home Connect on the SPS4HMW49G and SPS2IKW01G, Wi-Fi on the SMS2HVI67G, Extra Dry and a Silence programme on the SMS26AW08G, and a 60 minute quick wash on the SMS2HVI67G. The SPS4HMW49G includes DossageAssist for automatic dosing.

Beko suits a household that wants the lowest price for a reliable dishwasher, particularly for a slimline kitchen or a 13 place machine for a family. Bosch suits people who want smart features and a Silence programme for quieter running cycles. For a household that uses the dishwasher daily, Bosch's Home Connect models make it easier to track cycles from a phone. Beko's 16 place model is the largest capacity in this comparison, which may matter to a large household.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want a 10 or 13 place setting dishwasher for £249 to £299.99 with a half load option and a 30 minute quick wash. Choose Bosch if you want Home Connect, Wi-Fi or Extra Dry, and can pay from £399 to £449 for a 12 or 14 place model.