Smeg DFFABCR 60cm Freestanding Dishwasher Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Smeg DFFABCR combines a distinctive cream finish with practical dishwasher features. It offers capacity for 13 place settings, three baskets, adjustable upper-basket positioning, several rapid and automatic programmes, and automatic door opening to support drying. Its 45 dB(A) operating noise and 9-litre water consumption per cycle are useful for regular household use.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Distinctive cream 1950s-inspired styling with a freestanding format
- ✓ Flexible three-basket layout and removable, adjustable FlexiDuo cutlery sections
- ✓ 27-minute rapid programme for lightly soiled loads
- ✓ Quiet 45 dB(A) operation and 9-litre water consumption per cycle
- ✓ Automatic door opening, half-load functionality and a delay timer add useful convenience
Worth considering
- The retro styling is distinctive, but it may not suit contemporary kitchen designs
- The 885 mm height and 598 mm width should be checked carefully against the intended installation space
Key Specifications
- Width
- 598 mm
- Capacity
- 13 place settings
- Dimensions
- 885 x 598 x 627 mm
- Net weight
- 60 kg
- Programmes
- 10+1 programmes
- Delay timer
- Up to 9 hours
- Noise level
- 45 dB(A)
- Drying system
- Natural condenser drying with Dry Assist+ automatic door opening
- Energy rating
- B
- Rapid programme
- 27 minutes
- Installation type
- Freestanding
- Water consumption
- 9.0 litres per cycle
- Energy consumption
- 63 kWh per 100 cycles on the Eco programme
- Basket configuration
- Three baskets with FlexiDuo cutlery basket
- Lower-basket features
- Four foldable racks with anti-drip inserts
- Upper-basket adjustment
- Three-level height adjustment with three foldable racks
- Manufacturer product code
- DFFABCR
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Medium-sized households needing capacity for 13 place settings.
- ✓ Buyers who prioritise retro styling alongside practical dishwasher performance.
- ✓ Households that would benefit from flexible cutlery storage and adjustable baskets.
- ✓ Anyone wanting a quick cycle for lightly soiled dishes and quieter operation.
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Design and capacity
The cream finish and 1950s-inspired styling give this freestanding dishwasher a strong visual identity. It is designed for kitchens where the appliance is visible rather than concealed behind a cabinet door.
Capacity for 13 place settings makes it suitable for regular family washing-up. The three-basket arrangement is particularly useful when cutlery, utensils and taller glasses need to be accommodated together.
Loading flexibility
The FlexiDuo cutlery basket uses two separate movable sections that can be adjusted or removed. This gives more control over the space available for taller glasses or deeper utensils.
The upper basket has three height positions and foldable racks, while the lower basket provides four foldable racks. These features should make it easier to adapt the interior to mixed loads.
Programmes and everyday operation
There are 10+1 programmes, including Eco, Auto Sensor, Quiet, Intense, Hygiene, Crystal and a 27-minute Express cycle. The rapid option is intended for lightly soiled items, while the QuickTime function can shorten other selected cycles.
Dry Assist+ opens the door automatically at the end of a cycle, and the delay timer can be set for up to nine hours. A half-load FlexiZone option is also available when the dishwasher is not full.
Efficiency and installation considerations
The supplied product information states a B energy rating, 63 kWh per 100 Eco cycles and water consumption of 9.0 litres per cycle. Operation at 45 dB(A) should be relatively unobtrusive in an open-plan kitchen.
At 885 x 598 x 627 mm, this is a substantial full-width freestanding appliance. Adjustable feet are provided for levelling, so the available space and connections should be checked before installation.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.