Beko vs Smeg Dishwashers

Beko and Smeg sit at different points on the design and price scale. Beko's BDEN38640FG 16 place model costs £379 and its DVN04X20W 13 place freestanding model costs £249. Smeg's DF262DB 13 place setting model in white is £399, while its DF344BW 13 place setting dishwasher in white costs £536.

Beko's features are AquaIntense for heavily soiled dishes, AutoDosing for up to a month of detergent and a ProSmart Inverter motor with a 10-year warranty. Its Quick&Shine programme finishes in 58 minutes. Smeg's retro-modern design is its signature, and the brand's dishwashers are rated A+++ and use around 9.8 litres of water per cycle. Its quick wash programme takes 27 minutes, and the FlexiDuo third basket adds loading flexibility. The DF344BW includes Dry Assist and a Half Load Flexizone, while the DF262DB has a delay timer and seven programmes.

Beko suits budget-conscious households, first-time buyers and anyone who wants a dishwasher that does the job without a premium, particularly the 16 place model for busy families. Smeg suits buyers who care how their kitchen looks and want a visible appliance with practical performance. The DF262DB at £399 is a sensible entry point to the Smeg look for a rental or a modest budget, and the DF344BW suits a kitchen where design is a priority. Smeg's 13 place models are the closest match on capacity to Beko's 13 place DVN04X20W at £249, so the choice often comes down to looks and price.

Bottom line: choose Beko if the lowest price and the largest capacity matter, such as the BDEN38640FG at £379, and choose Smeg if retro styling and features such as the 27 minute quick wash and Half Load Flexizone justify paying from £399 for the DF262DB.