Head to head

Asko DFI544DXXL or Gaggenau DF480101: 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.

Asko DFI544DXXL, studio product shot

Asko DFI544DXXL

8.7/10

Main drawbackLong eco cycle requires planning when dishes are needed again

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Gaggenau DF480101, studio product shot

Gaggenau DF480101

7.8/10

Main drawbackVery long eco programme is poorly suited to getting dishes back quickly

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Our verdict based on your priority

Across all criteria, Asko DFI544DXXL scores higher (8.7 vs 7.8 out of 10).

  • Priority: “Place settings”Asko DFI544DXXL 8.2 / 10 vs 7.1
  • Priority: “Noise level”Asko DFI544DXXL 8.5 / 10 vs 7.8
  • Priority: “Eco program duration”Asko DFI544DXXL 9.3 / 10 vs 6.7
  • Priority: “Number of programs”Asko DFI544DXXL 9.1 / 10 vs 8.3

By criterion

Comparison of Asko DFI544DXXL and Gaggenau DF480101 by criterion
Criterion Asko DFI544DXXL Gaggenau DF480101
Place settings 8.2 advantage 7.1
Noise level 8.5 advantage 7.8
Eco program electricity consumption 8.8 8.8
Eco program water consumption 8.5 8.1
Eco program duration 9.3 advantage 6.7
Number of programs 9.1 advantage 8.3

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 Asko DFI544DXXL and Gaggenau DF480101
SpecificationAsko DFI544DXXLGaggenau DF480101
Width59,6 cmNot provided
Height85,9 cm81,5 cm
Depth55,4 cmNot provided
Place settings14 place settings12 place settings
Noise level42 decibels43 decibels
Eco program electricity consumption64 kWh/100 cycles62,6 kWh/100 cycles
Eco program water consumption9,2 L/cycle9,5 L/cycle
Eco program duration195 min295 min
Number of programs9 programs8 programs
Installation typeFully IntegratedFully Integrated
Energy classBB
UseResidentialResidential
End of cycleAutomatic door openingAutomatic door opening
Cutlery storageCutlery basketCutlery basket
Basket layoutFoldable tinesHeight-adjustable upper basket
Wash programsEcoEco
Wash optionsIntensive wash zoneHalf load

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

Which is right for you?

Asko DFI544DXXL

Leads on 4 criteria of 6 compared

  • Eco program duration: 9.3/10 vs 6.7/10 (195 min vs 295 min)
  • Place settings: 8.2/10 vs 7.1/10 (14 place settings vs 12 place settings)
  • Number of programs: 9.1/10 vs 8.3/10 (9 programs vs 8 programs)
  • Noise level: 8.5/10 vs 7.8/10 (42 decibels vs 43 decibels)
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Gaggenau DF480101

Leads on 0 criterion of 6 compared

  • No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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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, Asko DFI544DXXL or Gaggenau DF480101?

Asko DFI544DXXL scores 8.7/10, compared with 7.8/10 for Gaggenau DF480101, using the same scoring criteria.

Which wins on “Eco program duration”?

Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Eco program duration”: 9.3/10 compared with 6.7/10 for Gaggenau DF480101. Recorded values: 195 min versus 295 min.

Which wins on “Place settings”?

Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Place settings”: 8.2/10 compared with 7.1/10 for Gaggenau DF480101. Recorded values: 14 place settings versus 12 place settings.

Which wins on “Number of programs”?

Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Number of programs”: 9.1/10 compared with 8.3/10 for Gaggenau DF480101. Recorded values: 9 programs versus 8 programs.

Which wins on “Noise level”?

Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Noise level”: 8.5/10 compared with 7.8/10 for Gaggenau DF480101. Recorded values: 42 decibels versus 43 decibels.

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