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The Best Dishwashers in the UK for 2026
A dishwasher is a decade-long purchase, so the best dishwasher balances cleaning power, running costs, drying, noise and long-term reliability against what you actually want to spend. To find the best dishwashers UK buyers can rely on, we compared the full-size models shortlisted most often, drawing on manufacturer specifications, pricing checked across multiple retailers, independent lab testing from Which? and aggregated owner reviews. Below are five picks that suit different budgets and priorities, from a Miele the maker says is engineered to last two decades down to a sub-£400 Beko that offers more than its price suggests. Prices below are indicative and move with model, finish and promotions — check the current retailer price before buying (checked September 2026).
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- Published
- 14 September 2026
- Updated
- 14 September 2026
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- 14 September 2026
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How we picked · We ranked these dishwashers by comparing official manufacturer specifications (energy rating, place settings, noise, water use and drying technology), current indicative pricing checked across several UK retailers, independent lab-test findings and aggregated public owner reviews, combined with our editorial assessment of value and suitability. Read our full method →The top 5 Dishwashers in the UK for 2026
- Rank 1Miele G 7110 SC AutoDosWATTB Pick— Best overallWATTB92/100From ~£1,100 (indicative)
- Rank 2Bosch Series 6 SMS6TCW01G— Best for drying performanceWATTB90/100From ~£880 (indicative)
- Rank 3Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G— Best mid-range valueWATTB87/100From ~£579 (indicative)
- Rank 4AEG 9000 ComfortLift FSE83837P— Best for bad backs (integrated)WATTB84/100From ~£849 (indicative)
- Rank 5Beko Pro BDFN26451W— Best budgetWATTB80/100From ~£399 (indicative)
The WATTB Score is our own research-based editorial assessment out of 100 — not a customer-review average.
Compare at a glance
- Rank 1Miele G 7110 SC AutoDosWATTB PickWATTB92/100
- Best for
- Best overall
- Energy rating
- B
- Noise
- 43dB
- Price
- From ~£1,100 (indicative)
- Rank 2Bosch Series 6 SMS6TCW01GWATTB90/100
- Best for
- Best for drying performance
- Energy rating
- A
- Price
- From ~£880 (indicative)
- Rank 3Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06GWATTB87/100
- Best for
- Best mid-range value
- Energy rating
- B
- Noise
- 42dB
- Price
- From ~£579 (indicative)
- Rank 4AEG 9000 ComfortLift FSE83837PWATTB84/100
- Best for
- Best for bad backs (integrated)
- Energy rating
- D
- Noise
- 44dB
- Price
- From ~£849 (indicative)
- Rank 5Beko Pro BDFN26451WWATTB80/100
- Best for
- Best budget
- Energy rating
- B
- Noise
- 42dB
- Price
- From ~£399 (indicative)
The picks in depth
Miele G 7110 SC AutoDos
Why it won
The one to buy if you plan to keep a dishwasher for the long haul and want automatic detergent dosing.
Miele states its machines are designed and tested for the equivalent of 20 years' use — the basis of its long-life reputation
AutoDos with PowerDisk dispenses detergent automatically for around 20 cycles
Quiet 43dB running and a sub-hour QuickPowerWash programme
Trade-off: The most expensive pick here by a clear margin
Why it ranks here
It ranks first for buyers who intend to keep a dishwasher for the long haul: Miele states its domestic machines are designed and tested to the equivalent of 20 years' use, and Which? reliability findings put Miele among the leading brands. AutoDos meters detergent automatically from a PowerDisk cartridge that lasts around 20 cycles, and it pairs 14 place settings with maker-stated 43dB running and a sub-hour QuickPowerWash programme.
Buy it if
- You keep appliances for ten years or more and want the brand's stated 20-year design-and-test standard
- You'd like detergent dosed automatically rather than dropping in a tablet each cycle
Skip it if
- Your budget tops out below four figures
- You're happy using tablets yourself and would rather not pay for PowerDisk consumables
Where it wins
- AutoDos automatic detergent dosing, which the Bosch Series 6 lacks
- Miele's stated 20-year design-and-test standard, with Which? reliability findings placing Miele among the leading brands
Where it loses
- Around £220 dearer at indicative entry prices (about £1,100 versus £880)
- B energy rating versus the Bosch's A, and no zeolith drying
Closest alternative: Bosch Series 6 SMS6TCW01G — Choose the Bosch Series 6 instead if drying of plastics and glassware matters more to you than auto-dosing and you want the A-rated machine for several hundred pounds less.
Is it worth it? From ~£1,100 (brilliant white) to ~£1,260 (clean steel), indicative as of September 2026. The premium buys AutoDos and Miele's stated 20-year design standard, plus an ongoing PowerDisk cost.
Bosch Series 6 SMS6TCW01G
Why we recommend it
The strongest all-rounder if you want genuinely dry dishes without hand-finishing, for less than a Miele.
Zeolith-based PerfectDry, which Bosch's specs credit with much better drying than standard condensation systems
Top A energy rating and modest 9.5-litre eco-cycle water use
Home Connect app control, Extra Clean Zone and flexible Vario Drawer
Trade-off: An end-of-line model that Bosch now lists as no longer available, so availability is being cleared
Why it ranks here
It ranks second on drying and efficiency: a heat exchanger paired with zeolith (PerfectDry), which Bosch's spec credits with markedly better drying of plastics and glassware than standard condensation, and the only A energy rating among these picks, with 9.5 litres per eco cycle. It adds 14 place settings, Home Connect app control, an Extra Clean Zone and a Vario Drawer. It sits below the Miele, which has auto-dosing and a stated 20-year design standard, and it is an end-of-line model.
Buy it if
- Damp plastics and spotty glasses annoy you and you want zeolith drying
- You want the A-rated machine here, with app control and a cutlery drawer
Skip it if
- You want a current-line model; Bosch lists this one as no longer available, and the SMS6ZCW10G is its direct replacement
- The drying gains aren't worth roughly £280-£470 more than the Series 4 to you
Where it wins
- Zeolith PerfectDry versus the Series 4's standard condensation drying
- A energy rating versus B, with a Vario Drawer and Extra Clean Zone
Where it loses
- Roughly £280-£470 dearer than the Series 4 at indicative prices
- End-of-line status (Bosch lists it as no longer available), and the Series 4 has strong John Lewis owner feedback (around 4.6/5)
Closest alternative: Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G — The Series 4 keeps Bosch build, 14 place settings and Home Connect for several hundred pounds less; step up to the Series 6 only if better drying and A-rated efficiency justify the extra.
Is it worth it? From ~£880 to ~£1,070 across UK retailers, indicative as of September 2026. It is an end-of-line model being cleared, so check stock and consider the current SMS6ZCW10G.
Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G
Why we recommend it
The sensible middle ground: Bosch build and app control at a sub-£600 indicative price.
Bosch reliability reputation and a third-level cutlery tray at a mid-range price
Quiet 42dB running with Home Connect app control
Strong owner feedback (around 4.6/5 across 200-plus John Lewis reviews)
Trade-off: Standard condensation drying, so plastics can need hand-finishing
Why it ranks here
It's our mid-range value pick: 14 place settings, a third-level cutlery tray, Home Connect Wi-Fi and maker-stated 42dB running for an indicative £579-£599, well under the Series 6. Owner feedback averages around 4.6/5 across 200-plus John Lewis reviews. It ranks below the Series 6 because it uses standard condensation drying, has a B energy rating and offers a narrower programme range.
Buy it if
- You want a Bosch full-size machine with app control and a cutlery tray without premium spend
- You can accept hand-drying the odd plastic tub
Skip it if
- Well-dried plastics matter to you; the Series 6's zeolith drying is the step up
- You want the lowest outlay, where the Beko is around £180 less
Where it wins
- A third-level cutlery tray, which the Beko lacks
- Bosch build and finish, with Which? reliability findings placing Bosch among the leading brands
Where it loses
- Around £180 dearer than the Beko at indicative prices while sharing its 14-place, 42dB and B-rated spec
- Standard condensation drying, where the Beko adds a Self-Dry door-opening function
Closest alternative: Beko Pro BDFN26451W — Choose the Beko instead if the lowest sensible price matters more than the cutlery tray, finish and Bosch's longer track record.
Is it worth it? From ~£579 (~£599 at John Lewis), indicative as of September 2026. The value lies in Bosch build and app control at mid-range money, not in the drying.
AEG 9000 ComfortLift FSE83837P
Why we recommend it
The pick if bending to load a low basket is a problem: its lower rack rises to worktop height.
ComfortLift raises the loaded lower basket to worktop height for easier, stoop-free loading
AirDry natural door-opening drying at the end of the cycle
Fully integrated for a seamless fitted-kitchen look
Trade-off: D energy rating means higher running costs than the A/B-rated picks
Why it ranks here
It's here for one feature that can change the decision: ComfortLift hinges raise the fully loaded lower basket to worktop height, so you can load and unload without stooping. It is a fully integrated 60cm model with 14 place settings, maker-stated 44dB running and AirDry. It ranks fourth because its D energy rating means higher running costs, and it has to be built into fitted units.
Buy it if
- A bad back or reduced mobility makes bending to a low basket painful
- You have fitted units and want the dishwasher hidden behind a cabinet door
Skip it if
- Low running costs matter; it is D-rated, against A or B for the other picks
- You want a simple freestanding machine you can take with you
Where it wins
- ComfortLift rising lower basket, a feature none of the other picks here list
- A fully integrated design for a seamless fitted-kitchen look
Where it loses
- D energy rating versus the Series 4's B
- Around £270 dearer than the freestanding Series 4 at indicative entry prices, and it needs fitting into units
Closest alternative: Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G — If accessible loading isn't the priority, the freestanding Series 4 costs less to buy and run.
Is it worth it? From ~£849 to ~£999, indicative as of September 2026. You pay for accessible loading and integration, not efficiency.
Beko Pro BDFN26451W
Why we recommend it
A lot of full-size dishwasher for the money if you want clean dishes without premium extras.
Full-size 14-place capacity and 42dB running for around £399
SilentWash, SteamGloss and a Self-Dry door-opening function
Independently assessed by Which?, not just manufacturer claims
Trade-off: Shorter reliability track record than Bosch or Miele
Why it ranks here
It's the budget pick at around £399: 14 place settings, a B energy rating and maker-stated 42dB running, matching the pricier Bosch Series 4 on those headline numbers. It adds SilentWash, SteamGloss and a Self-Dry function that opens the door to help drying, and Which? has assessed it, so there is independent evidence as well as maker claims. It ranks last on its shorter reliability track record and fewer finishing touches.
Buy it if
- You want a capable full-size machine at the lowest sensible outlay
- It's for a first home, a rental or a utility room
Skip it if
- You want a premium-brand reliability record and finish
- A third-level cutlery tray matters to you
Where it wins
- Around £180 less than the Series 4 at indicative prices
- Self-Dry door-opening and SteamGloss, where the Series 4 uses standard condensation drying
Where it loses
- Shorter reliability track record than Bosch
- No third-level cutlery tray and a less premium finish than the Bosch
Closest alternative: Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G — Step up to the Series 4 if you want Bosch's track record, a cutlery tray and Home Connect for around £180 more.
Is it worth it? From ~£399, indicative as of September 2026. This is the lowest indicative price here for a full-size, 14-place machine.
What matters when you’re choosing
The factors that make the difference here — and how to weigh them.
- Drying technologyMatters most
- Drying is where the picks differ most. The Bosch Series 6 pairs a heat exchanger with zeolith (PerfectDry), which Bosch's spec credits with markedly better drying of plastics and glassware than standard condensation. The Series 4 uses standard condensation, so plastics can need hand-finishing, while the AEG's AirDry and the Beko's Self-Dry open the door at the end of the cycle to help drying.
- Energy rating & running costsMatters most
- On the current A-to-G scale, the Bosch Series 6 is the only A-rated pick here; the Miele, Series 4 and Beko are B-rated, and the AEG ComfortLift is D-rated, so it costs more to run. The gap is usually a few pounds a year for typical use, but over a decade it is worth weighing. Running the eco programme with full loads cuts costs whatever the rating.
- Loading & accessibilityWorth weighing
- If bending to a low basket is painful, the AEG's ComfortLift hinges raise the loaded lower basket to worktop height. Otherwise, loading flexibility comes down to cutlery handling: the Series 4 has a third-level cutlery tray and the Series 6 a Vario Drawer, while the Beko lacks a third-level tray.
- Freestanding or integratedWorth weighing
- The Miele, both Bosch models and the Beko are freestanding, with finished sides, and can move with you. The AEG is fully integrated behind a cabinet door for a fitted-kitchen look, but it must be built into units.
- Budget & track recordWorth weighing
- Indicative prices run from around £399 for the Beko to about £1,100-£1,260 for the Miele. All five take 14 place settings, so the extra spend mainly buys drying, quieter running, efficiency, features and brand track record rather than capacity. Which? reliability findings support Miele and Bosch as leading brands, while the Beko has a shorter track record.
How to choose
Keeping it for ten years or more?
If you replace appliances rarely, the Miele G 7110 SC AutoDos is our best-overall pick, given Miele's stated 20-year design-and-test standard and set-and-forget AutoDos. If drying matters more to you than auto-dosing, the Bosch Series 6 costs several hundred pounds less at indicative prices; note that Bosch lists it as no longer available, although many retailers still stock it.
Watching the budget?
The Bosch Series 4 brings Bosch build, a third-level cutlery tray and app control for around £579-£599 (indicative), with strong John Lewis owner feedback. The Beko Pro is around £180 less and shares the 14-place, 42dB and B-rated spec, and Which? has assessed it; the trade-off is a shorter track record and fewer finishing touches.
Bad back or fitted kitchen?
Choose the AEG 9000 ComfortLift for its rising lower basket if stooping to load is a problem and you have fitted units to integrate it into. Accept its D energy rating as the cost of accessible loading.
How we ranked this list
We ranked these dishwashers by comparing official manufacturer specifications (energy rating, place settings, noise, water use and drying technology), current indicative pricing checked across several UK retailers, independent lab-test findings and aggregated public owner reviews, combined with our editorial assessment of value and suitability. We have not tested the machines ourselves; performance and reliability points reflect published testing and owner feedback rather than first-hand use. Prices are indicative and move with promotions and stock.
Prices and availability last checked September 2026; these change, so confirm current details with the provider before buying.
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In-depth research
Official information, specifications and aggregated expert and user reviews — compared, not guessed.
Clear pros & cons
Every pick gets its real advantages and at least one honest trade-off, so you can weigh it.
Transparent sourcing
We show how we rank and the sources behind each guide, and re-check them as things change.
Frequently asked questions
Which dishwasher brand is the most reliable?
Miele and Bosch consistently top reliability rankings and Which? testing. Miele states its machines are engineered and tested to the equivalent of 20 years' use, which is why the Miele G 7110 SC AutoDos is our best overall; Bosch is the safe mainstream choice across price points. Budget brands such as Beko clean well but have a shorter track record, so they suit lower-outlay buyers rather than long-term investment.
How much should I spend on a dishwasher?
For most UK homes the sweet spot is roughly £450-£1,300. You can get a capable full-size machine like the Beko Pro at around £399 indicative, a well-rounded Bosch Series 4 for around £579-£599, and premium Miele and Bosch Series 6 models from roughly £880 up past £1,100. Spending more mainly buys better drying, quieter running, lower running costs and longer expected lifespan rather than better basic cleaning.
What's the difference between freestanding and integrated dishwashers?
A freestanding dishwasher, like the Bosch and Beko picks here, stands alone with its own finished sides and control panel and can move with you. An integrated model, like the AEG ComfortLift, hides behind a matching cabinet door for a seamless fitted-kitchen look but must be built into units and usually costs a little more. Cleaning performance is comparable; the choice is about kitchen layout and appearance.
How much does a dishwasher cost to run, and do energy ratings matter?
Running costs are driven by the energy rating and how often you wash. On the current A-to-G scale (introduced in 2021), an A-rated machine like the Bosch Series 6 is the most efficient class, while B-rated models such as the Miele, Series 4 and Beko cost a little more per cycle, and the D-rated AEG ComfortLift more again. The gap is usually a few pounds a year for typical use, so it rarely outweighs a machine's other strengths — but over a decade it is worth weighing, especially against the AEG, whose appeal is accessible loading rather than efficiency. Running the eco programme and only washing full loads cuts costs whatever the rating.
Are expensive dishwashers actually better at cleaning?
Not dramatically for everyday loads, where even the budget Beko cleans well. The premium you pay on a Miele or Bosch Series 6 mostly buys better drying (zeolith or long dry cycles), quieter running, lower energy use, more flexible loading and, above all, longer expected reliability. If you keep appliances for a decade or more, that longevity is the real payoff; if you want clean dishes now at the lowest price, a mid-range or budget model is enough.
What the evidence shows
Rankings draw on manufacturer specifications (Miele, Bosch, AEG, Beko), indicative UK pricing checked across several retailers including John Lewis, Which? lab-test and reliability findings, and aggregated owner reviews. We compare and weigh these sources; we have not tested these dishwashers ourselves.
Limitations
- Prices are indicative and move with finish, promotions and stock; noise and energy figures are maker-stated, not measured by us.
- The Bosch Series 6 SMS6TCW01G is an end-of-line model that Bosch lists as no longer available, so stock and pricing may change; Bosch's current PerfectDry Series 6 (e.g. SMS6ZCW10G) is the direct replacement.
Sources & further reading
7The information and claims in this guide draw on the references below. We check these when a guide is published or updated.
- Product informationPrimary source
Miele G 7110 SC AutoDos freestanding dishwasher specification sheet (opens in a new tab) — Miele
Supports: Miele G 7110 SC AutoDos specs: 14 place settings, AutoDos/PowerDisk dosing, B energy rating, 43dB, QuickPowerWash
- Product informationPrimary source
Bosch SMS6TCW01G Series 6 freestanding dishwasher product page (opens in a new tab) — Bosch
Supports: Bosch Series 6 specs: A energy rating, 9.5-litre eco cycle, zeolith/PerfectDry drying with heat exchanger, and no-longer-available status
- Product informationPrimary source
AEG 9000 ComfortLift FSE83837P integrated dishwasher product page (opens in a new tab) — AEG
Supports: AEG ComfortLift rising lower basket, fully integrated design, 14 place settings, D energy rating, 44dB and AirDry
- Product informationPrimary source
Beko BDFN26451 freestanding full-size dishwasher product page (opens in a new tab) — Beko
Supports: Beko Pro BDFN26451W specs: 14 place settings, B energy rating, 42dB SilentWash, SteamGloss and Self-Dry
- Customer & expert reviews
Beko BDFN26451W dishwasher review (opens in a new tab) — Which?
Supports: Independent Which? assessment of the Beko BDFN26451W backing the per-pick 'assessed by Which?' claim
- Customer & expert reviews
Best dishwashers: Which? Best Buys and expert advice (opens in a new tab) — Which?
Supports: Independent lab testing and reliability findings supporting Miele and Bosch as leading brands
- Pricing
Bosch Series 4 SMS4EMW06G freestanding dishwasher (opens in a new tab) — John Lewis
Supports: Bosch Series 4 indicative price (~£599), 14 place settings, 42dB, B energy rating, cutlery tray and ~4.6/5 owner review score
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