Head to head

Essentielb ELVI-451i or Asko DFS344ID.S: which should you choose?

Comparison of the two dishwashers using our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.

Essentielb ELVI-451i, studio product shot

Essentielb ELVI-451i

7.7/10
Overall rating

Main drawbackEco electricity consumption is among the highest published figures

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Asko DFS344ID.S, studio product shot

Asko DFS344ID.S

8.6/10

Main drawbackAverage Eco electricity consumption is the main drawback

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Our verdict based on your priority

  • Priority: “Noise level”Asko DFS344ID.S 8.5 / 10 vs 7.3
  • Priority: “Eco program electricity consumption”Asko DFS344ID.S 8 / 10 vs 7
  • Priority: “Eco program water consumption”Asko DFS344ID.S 8.5 / 10 vs 7.5
  • Priority: “Eco program duration”Asko DFS344ID.S 9.3 / 10 vs 7.4

By criterion

Comparison of Essentielb ELVI-451i and Asko DFS344ID.S by criterion
Criterion Essentielb ELVI-451i Asko DFS344ID.S
Place settings 8.2 8.2
Noise level 7.3 8.5 advantage
Eco program electricity consumption 7 8 advantage
Eco program water consumption 7.5 8.5 advantage
Eco program duration 7.4 9.3 advantage

A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply a level of precision we cannot offer.

Side-by-side specs

Specifications for Essentielb ELVI-451i and Asko DFS344ID.S
SpecificationEssentielb ELVI-451iAsko DFS344ID.S
Width60 cm60 cm
Height82 cmNot provided
Depth57 cm59,6 cm
Place settings14 place settings14 place settings
Noise level45 dB42 dB
Eco program electricity consumption84,9 kWh/100 cycles74 kWh/100 cycles
Eco program water consumption9,9 L/cycle9,2 L/cycle
Eco program duration240 min195 min
Number of programsNot provided9 programs
Installation typeFully integratedFreestanding
Energy classDC
UseDomesticDomestic
End of cycleAutomatic door openingAutomatic door opening
Cutlery storageCutlery basketCutlery basket
Basket layoutHeight-adjustable upper basketHeight-adjustable upper basket
Wash programsEcoEco
Wash optionsHalf loadProgram duration reduction

Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, compiled in our reviews. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.

Which is right for you?

Essentielb ELVI-451i

Leads on 0 criterion of 5 compared

  • No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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Asko DFS344ID.S

Leads on 4 criteria of 5 compared

  • Eco program duration: 9.3/10 vs 7.4/10 (195 min vs 240 min)
  • Noise level: 8.5/10 vs 7.3/10 (42 dB vs 45 dB)
  • Eco program electricity consumption: 8/10 vs 7/10 (74 kWh/100 cycles vs 84,9 kWh/100 cycles)
  • Eco program water consumption: 8.5/10 vs 7.5/10 (9,2 L/cycle vs 9,9 L/cycle)
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Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Which is rated higher, Essentielb ELVI-451i or Asko DFS344ID.S?

Asko DFS344ID.S scores 8.6/10, compared with 7.7/10 for Essentielb ELVI-451i, using the same scoring criteria.

Which wins on “Eco program duration”?

Asko DFS344ID.S wins on “Eco program duration”: 9.3/10 compared with 7.4/10 for Essentielb ELVI-451i. Recorded values: 195 min versus 240 min.

Which wins on “Noise level”?

Asko DFS344ID.S wins on “Noise level”: 8.5/10 compared with 7.3/10 for Essentielb ELVI-451i. Recorded values: 42 dB versus 45 dB.

Which wins on “Eco program electricity consumption”?

Asko DFS344ID.S wins on “Eco program electricity consumption”: 8/10 compared with 7/10 for Essentielb ELVI-451i. Recorded values: 74 kWh/100 cycles versus 84,9 kWh/100 cycles.

Which wins on “Eco program water consumption”?

Asko DFS344ID.S wins on “Eco program water consumption”: 8.5/10 compared with 7.5/10 for Essentielb ELVI-451i. Recorded values: 9,2 L/cycle versus 9,9 L/cycle.

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