Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C or Asko DFI544DXXL: 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.
Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C
Main drawbackEco electricity consumption among the highest declared figures
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Asko DFI544DXXL
Main drawbackLong eco cycle requires planning when dishes are needed again
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- Priority: “Eco program electricity consumption”Asko DFI544DXXL 8.8 / 10 vs 7.7
- Priority: “Eco program water consumption”Asko DFI544DXXL 8.5 / 10 vs 7.7
By criterion
| Criterion | Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C | Asko DFI544DXXL |
|---|---|---|
| Place settings | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Noise level | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Eco program electricity consumption | 7.7 | 8.8 advantage |
| Eco program water consumption | 7.7 | 8.5 advantage |
| Eco program duration | 9.2 | 9.3 |
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
| Specification | Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C | Asko DFI544DXXL |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 60 cm | 59,6 cm |
| Height | 85 cm | 85,9 cm |
| Depth | 61 cm | 55,4 cm |
| Place settings | 14 place settings | 14 place settings |
| Noise level | 42 decibels | 42 decibels |
| Eco program electricity consumption | 75 kWh/100 cycles | 64 kWh/100 cycles |
| Eco program water consumption | 9,8 L/cycle | 9,2 L/cycle |
| Eco program duration | 198 min | 195 min |
| Number of programs | Not provided | 9 programs |
| Installation type | Freestanding | Fully Integrated |
| Energy class | C | B |
| Use | Residential | Residential |
| Wash programs | Eco | Eco |
| Drying technology | Not disclosed | Automatic door opening |
Figures published by manufacturers and retailers, compiled in our reviews. “Not provided” means the figure could not be verified.
Which is right for you?
Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C
Leads on 0 criterion of 5 compared
- No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
Asko DFI544DXXL
Leads on 2 criteria of 5 compared
- Eco program electricity consumption: 8.8/10 vs 7.7/10 (64 kWh/100 cycles vs 75 kWh/100 cycles)
- Eco program water consumption: 8.5/10 vs 7.7/10 (9,2 L/cycle vs 9,8 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, Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C or Asko DFI544DXXL?
Asko DFI544DXXL scores 8.7/10, compared with 8/10 for Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C, using the same scoring criteria.
Which wins on “Eco program electricity consumption”?
Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Eco program electricity consumption”: 8.8/10 compared with 7.7/10 for Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C. Recorded values: 64 kWh/100 cycles versus 75 kWh/100 cycles.
Which wins on “Eco program water consumption”?
Asko DFI544DXXL wins on “Eco program water consumption”: 8.5/10 compared with 7.7/10 for Valberg 14S42 C XAD929C. Recorded values: 9,2 L/cycle versus 9,8 L/cycle.