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
Main drawbackEco electricity consumption is among the highest published figures
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Asko DFS344ID.S
Main drawbackAverage Eco electricity consumption is the main drawback
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- 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
| 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
| Specification | Essentielb ELVI-451i | Asko DFS344ID.S |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 60 cm | 60 cm |
| Height | 82 cm | Not provided |
| Depth | 57 cm | 59,6 cm |
| Place settings | 14 place settings | 14 place settings |
| Noise level | 45 dB | 42 dB |
| Eco program electricity consumption | 84,9 kWh/100 cycles | 74 kWh/100 cycles |
| Eco program water consumption | 9,9 L/cycle | 9,2 L/cycle |
| Eco program duration | 240 min | 195 min |
| Number of programs | Not provided | 9 programs |
| Installation type | Fully integrated | Freestanding |
| Energy class | D | C |
| Use | Domestic | Domestic |
| End of cycle | Automatic door opening | Automatic door opening |
| Cutlery storage | Cutlery basket | Cutlery basket |
| Basket layout | Height-adjustable upper basket | Height-adjustable upper basket |
| Wash programs | Eco | Eco |
| Wash options | Half load | Program 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.
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)
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.
