BEKO / DISHWASHERS
Beko DFN28R22 AquaIntense
The product delivers more than its price class typically offers. Worth shortlisting, especially if the price holds.
PRODUCT HEALTH SCORE
PRODUCT HEALTH SCORE
PRODUCT BLUEPRINT
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- TYPE
- Freestanding, 60 cm
- CAPACITY
- 15 place settings
- DRYING
- Auto-open door + fan assist
- ENERGY
- C · 11 L per cycle
- NOISE
- 44 dB
- RACKS
- 3 baskets, adjustable upper
- WARRANTY
- 2-year standard
FEATURE CHECK
- Auto-open dryingUSEFUL
Door opens at cycle end — near-premium drying results without the premium price.
- AquaIntense spray armUSEFUL
Extra spray zone measurably improves baked-on cleaning.
- Half-load optionUSEFUL
Real water and energy savings for small households.
- Interior LEDOPTIONAL
Harmless extra.
ENERGY & ACOUSTICS
ENERGY RATING
AVERAGEANNUAL CONSUMPTION
manufacturer-declared figure
EST. ANNUAL ENERGY COST
standard EU energy tariff
NOISE
QUIETOWNERSHIP COST MAP
5-YEAR TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP
PER YEAR
281 CREDITS
PRICE & VALUE ANALYSIS
ASKING PRICE
ESTIMATED PRODUCT VALUE
spec + feature benchmark
FEATURE PREMIUM
paid for non-core extras
Asking price sits below estimated product value.
STRENGTHS
- Auto-open drying delivers premium-class dry dishes
- 15 place settings at a mid-range price
- 44 dB suits open-plan kitchens
- Low water use for the class
CONCERNS
- C energy rating costs ~€25/year more than B-rated rivals
- Rack plastics feel lighter than premium brands
- Long eco program (3:40) is the only efficient cycle
SUITABILITY
BEST FOR
Families wanting near-premium results without the four-figure price.
SKIP IF
You want integrated installation (this is freestanding) or the absolute lowest running cost.
11 / DETECTIVE'S TAKE
“This is where smart money goes in dishwashers. The drying system — the thing that actually separates good from bad — is properly solved. The C rating costs you about €125 over 5 years; the price saves you €850. Easy math.”