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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£590
  • Avg. price in US: ~$750
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SBD6ECX12E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7

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%

8.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.7

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%

9.3

Performance

30.0%

8.7

Features

25.0%

8.2

Programmes

10.0%

7.7

Design

Excellent
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 10
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 9.6
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £590

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Bosch Series 6 SBD6ECX12E is a fully integrated 60cm XXL built-in dishwasher featuring a 14 place settings capacity, an outstanding Class A energy efficiency rating (54 kWh per 100 cycles), and a low water consumption of 9 liters per Eco cycle. Its main pros include an exceptionally quiet 42 dB operation (dropping to 41 dB in Silence mode), a highly adjustable MaxFlex basket system with a VarioDrawer, intelligent Home Connect app control, a TimeLight floor status projection, and an energy-saving EfficientDry automatic door-opening mechanism. On the downside, it comes with a premium price tag and its highly economical programs feature a lengthy cycle duration of up to 4.5 hours.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SBD6ECX12E

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%

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Performance

30.0%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

8.7
Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a technical score of 8.71 points, which is higher than 89.5% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% 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%

8.7

Overall score

40.0%

7.4

Price

8.3
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

A
Bosch SBD6ECX12E has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

B
Bosch SBD6ECX12E has noise emission class B, which is better than that of 44.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 54.2% 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

0.543 kWh
Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses 0.543 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 86.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.8% 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

29 min
Bosch SBD6ECX12E completes its quick wash in 29 min, which is shorter than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 10% 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

270 min
Bosch SBD6ECX12E completes its Eco wash in 270 min, which is longer than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.2% 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

fully integrated
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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

no
Bosch SBD6ECX12E does not have a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.5% 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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
Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SBD6ECX12E vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.543 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Wi-Fi.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Voice control.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Water usage per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Water usage per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
    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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).29 min vs 30 min
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is taller than the average dishwasher (86.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1.2 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses brushless, 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).270 min vs 235 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is taller than the average dishwasher (86.5 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is taller than the average dishwasher (86.5 cm vs 82 cm).86.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 40.5% more expensive
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£590 vs £420).
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£590 vs £420).£590 vs £420
  • 1.2 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 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

    Bosch SBD6ECX12E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch SBD6ECX12E?

  • Excellent energy efficiency with an 'A' energy rating
  • Extremely quiet operation at 42 dB (41 dB in Silence mode)
  • Spacious XXL tall-tub design offering extra vertical capacity
  • Highly flexible loading with the MaxFlex basket system and Vario drawer
  • Convenient automatic door opening feature (EfficientDry) at the end of cycles
  • Seamless smart home integration via the Home Connect app
  • Reliable, thorough cleaning results even on heavily soiled dishes

What customers dislike about Bosch SBD6ECX12E?

  • Higher upfront purchase price compared to entry-level competitors
  • Standard eco and auto programs can take a long time to complete
  • Drying performance on plastics is less efficient compared to Zeolith premium models

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