Head to head

Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 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.

Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0, studio product shot

Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0

8.2/10
Overall rating

Main drawbackThe very long eco cycle is the main practical constraint

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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: “Place settings”Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 9.4 / 10 vs 8.2
  • 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 Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 and Asko DFS344ID.S by criterion
Criterion Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 Asko DFS344ID.S
Place settings 9.4 advantage 8.2
Noise level 8.5 8.5
Eco program electricity consumption 8.4 8
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 Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 and Asko DFS344ID.S
SpecificationHotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0Asko DFS344ID.S
WidthNot provided60 cm
DepthNot provided59,6 cm
Place settings16 place settings14 place settings
Noise level42 dB42 dB
Eco program electricity consumption66 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 typeNot specifiedFreestanding

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

Which is right for you?

Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0

Leads on 1 criterion of 5 compared

  • Place settings: 9.4/10 vs 8.2/10 (16 place settings vs 14 place settings)
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Asko DFS344ID.S

Leads on 2 criteria of 5 compared

  • Eco program duration: 9.3/10 vs 7.4/10 (195 min vs 240 min)
  • 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, Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 or Asko DFS344ID.S?

They're neck and neck: 8.2/10 for Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0, 8.6/10 for Asko DFS344ID.S. A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage.

Which wins on “Eco program duration”?

Asko DFS344ID.S wins on “Eco program duration”: 9.3/10 compared with 7.4/10 for Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0. Recorded values: 195 min versus 240 min.

Which wins on “Place settings”?

Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0 wins on “Place settings”: 9.4/10 compared with 8.2/10 for Asko DFS344ID.S. Recorded values: 16 place settings versus 14 place settings.

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 Hotpoint HA6IB16B2M6L0. Recorded values: 9,2 L/cycle versus 9,9 L/cycle.

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