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  • Avg. price: ~£260
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 46 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Dishwashers category.

Score components:

80.0%

7.7

Technical Score

20.0%

8.7

User score

Very good
7.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

6.6

Performance

30.0%

8.6

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.4

Design

Very good
8.7

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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amazon
4.1
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 5.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.9

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 5.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.9

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is a 60 cm semi-integrated built-in dishwasher offering a 14 place setting capacity, a 46 dB operating noise level, and a stainless steel interior. Key characteristics include 8 washing programs (such as Eco 50°C, Express, and Nightwash), 5 cleaning temperatures ranging from 40°C to 70°C, and an intelligent Sensor+ program that optimizes energy and water consumption. Main advantages include an ActiveDry automatic door-opening system for improved drying efficiency, the flexible MultiZone separate rack washing option, full water protection safety valves, and a modern touch display with a 1-24 hour start delay. However, primary drawbacks include its relatively low E-class energy rating with a high consumption of 95 kWh per 100 cycles, and the lack of a dedicated self-cleaning machine care program.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Dishwashers category across these key areas: Performance, Programmes, Features, Design.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Dishwashers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

35.0%

6.6

Performance

30.0%

8.6

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.4

Design

7.7
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a technical score of 7.66 points, which is lower than 54.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(505)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.7
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a user score of 8.74 points, which is higher than 76.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 65.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Dishwashers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Dishwashers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

8.3
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 77.9% of products in this category.
Energy efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: HIGH

E
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has energy efficiency class E, which is worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 26.5% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Washing efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has washing efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
What it is: This attribute refers to Drying efficiency class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

A
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has drying efficiency class A, which is better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: MEDIUM

C
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has noise emission class C, which is worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 40.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

Importance: HIGH

0.94 kWh
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses 0.94 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 88.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 4.3% of dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

8
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X offers 8 wash programs, which is more than that of 64% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% of dishwashers.
Quick wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quick wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a quick wash program. This feature is present in 99.6% of dishwashers.
Quick wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Quick wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Quick wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

30 min
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X completes its quick wash in 30 min, which is shorter than that of 33.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.6% of dishwashers.
Eco wash time
What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

190 min
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X completes its Eco wash in 190 min, which is shorter than that of 89.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 7.7% of dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Delicate wash program.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% of dishwashers.
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Automatic door opening
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Automatic door opening.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% of dishwashers.
Touch screen
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Touch screen.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

no
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.2% of dishwashers.
Load sensor
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Load sensor.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a load sensor. This feature is present in 69.6% of dishwashers.
Overflow protection
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Overflow protection.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has overflow protection. This feature is present in 97.1% of dishwashers.
Adjustable water softener
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Adjustable water softener.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has an adjustable water softener. This feature is present in 99% of dishwashers.
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Type of installation
What it is: This attribute refers to Type of installation.
When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

Importance: LOW

built-in
No. of place settings
What it is: This attribute refers to No. of place settings.
When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of place settings across dishwashers.

Importance: MEDIUM

14
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% of dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Cutlery basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% of dishwashers.
Height adjustable top basket
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Height adjustable top basket.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93% of dishwashers.
Digital display
What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Digital display.
When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

Importance: LOW

yes
Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-cleaning filter system.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • 45 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Eco wash time.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Eco wash time across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).190 min vs 235 min
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash programs.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash programs across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • 10x more popular
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Dishwashers category.
    When it matters: When you prefer products in the Dishwashers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • 61.5% cheaper
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£260 vs £420).
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£260 vs £420).£260 vs £420
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Depth.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Depth across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).55 cm vs 56 cm
  • 9.3% higher user score
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (8.74 vs 8).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Dishwashers category.
    When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Dishwashers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (8.74 vs 8).8.74 vs 8
  • 3.6 kg lighter weight
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Weight.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Weight across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).35.5 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 45 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (190 min vs 235 min).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 3.6 kg lighter weight
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).

Total
Overall
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.19 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 2 dB higher noise level
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 1 fewer wash temperatures
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X offers fewer wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (3 vs 4).
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 0.05 m shorter supply hose length
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a shorter supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.5 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a shorter cable than the average dishwasher (1.3 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    What it is: This attribute refers to Motor type.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses standard, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.standard vs inverter
  • 0.19 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy consumption per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Energy consumption per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.94 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Half load option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Noise emission class.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Energy efficiency class.
    When it matters: This matters if you have a preference for this specification.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Tab counter.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 2 dB higher noise level
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Noise level.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Noise level across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).46 dB vs 44 dB
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Favorite cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
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Performance
Programmes
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Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
505 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X?

  • Excellent value for money ratio
  • Generous capacity accommodating 14 place settings
  • Operates quietly during cycles at 46 dB
  • Provides reliable cleaning and drying performance for daily tableware
  • Wide selection of 8 programs including a quick express option
  • Highly flexible interior layout with adjustable upper baskets
  • Features ActiveDry automatic door opening system for optimized drying

What customers dislike about Bauknecht BBC 3C26 X?

  • Struggles to dry plasticware completely, leaving water droplets behind
  • Standard Eco and Automatic programs are quite long, taking over 3 hours
  • The cutlery basket takes up significant usable space in the bottom rack
  • Lacks a dedicated machine self-cleaning program
  • No integrated door child-lock or safety steam protection when opened mid-cycle

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