DWS Small Mid Cap Value VIP Average Annual Total Returns - Class A [Member] |
12 Months Ended | 60 Months Ended | 120 Months Ended | |
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Apr. 24, 2026 |
Dec. 31, 2025 |
Dec. 31, 2025 |
Dec. 31, 2025 |
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| Russell 3000® Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)[Member] | ||||
| Prospectus [Line Items] | ||||
| Average Annual Return, Percent | 17.15% | 13.15% | 14.29% | |
| Russell 2500™ Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)[Member] | ||||
| Prospectus [Line Items] | ||||
| Average Annual Return, Percent | 12.73% | 10.02% | 9.72% | |
| Class A | Return Before Taxes[Member] | ||||
| Prospectus [Line Items] | ||||
| Average Annual Return, Percent | 18.21% | 9.66% | 7.57% | |
| Performance Inception Date | May 01, 1996 |