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Bosch SBV26AX01F Review | 59 Data compared

Avg. price:~£470No. of place settings:12Energy efficiency class:ENoise level:48 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Bosch SBV26AX01F Review: Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

7.2

User score

▼Worse than 79% of dishwashers
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

35%

6.8

Performance

30%

7.5

Features

25%

6.7

Programmes

10%

8.7

Design

▼Worse than 77% of dishwashers
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 36 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 90% of dishwashers
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SBV26AX01F

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

35%

6.8

Performance

30%

7.5

Features

25%

6.7

Programmes

10%

8.7

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on 36 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.2
Popularity
Popularity
6.3/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Bosch SBV26AX01F has a popularity score of 6.3 points, which is higher than 71.1% of products in this category.
6.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

8.0

Price

7.4
Energy efficiency class
E
Energy efficiency class
E
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class E, worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and the same as that of 26.5% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
Washing efficiency class
A
▲ Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
Drying efficiency class
A
▲ Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
C
Noise emission class
C
▼ Worse than 55% of models
This dishwasher has noise-emission class C, worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and the same as that of 40.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.92 kWh
Energy consumption per cycle
0.92 kWh
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.92 kWh; it is higher than that of 78.8% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 5.5% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
6
No. of wash programs
6
▼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 6; it is higher than that of 22.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 30% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
Quick wash program
yes
Category Benchmark
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
60 min
Quick wash time
60 min
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 60 min; it is longer than that of 76.8% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 19.9% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
210 min
Eco wash time
210 min
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 210 min; it is shorter than that of 76.4% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 5.1% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
yes
Delicate wash program
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
no
Automatic door opening
no
▼ Worse than 65% of models
This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
Touch screen
no
▼ Worse than 11% of models
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 10.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
Load sensor
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
Overflow protection
yes
▲ Better than 3% of models
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 97.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
Adjustable water softener
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
built-in
No. of place settings
12
No. of place settings
12
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 12; it is lower than that of 76% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 5.5% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
Cutlery basket
yes
▲ Better than 42% of models
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 57.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
Height adjustable top basket
yes
▲ Better than 8% of models
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 91.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
Digital display
yes
▲ Better than 10% of models
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 90.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Bosch SBV26AX01F vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    No. of wash temperatures
    5
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <3 – >8
    The number of wash temperatures on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
    5 vs 4
  • 25 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    210 min
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
    210 min vs 235 min
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    Cable length
    1.75 m
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    This dishwasher has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose
    Supply hose length
    1.65 m
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >1.65 m
    This dishwasher has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 6.29x more popular
    Bosch SBV26AX01F is more popular than the average dishwasher (6.29 vs 1).
    6.29 vs 1
  • 9.3% lighter
    Weight
    35.5 kg
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • 6.29x more popular
    Bosch SBV26AX01F is more popular than the average dishwasher (6.29 vs 1).
    6.29 vs 1
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    No. of wash temperatures
    5
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <3 – >8
    The number of wash temperatures on this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
    5 vs 4
  • 25 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    210 min
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
    210 min vs 235 min
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    Cable length
    1.75 m
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    This dishwasher has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
    1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose
    Supply hose length
    1.65 m
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >1.65 m
    This dishwasher has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 9.3% lighter
    Weight
    35.5 kg
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    35.5 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    ▼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 4 dB louder
    Noise level
    48 dB
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).
    48 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.17 kWh more energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.92 kWh
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.92 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    60 min
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2 fewer place settings
    No. of place settings
    12
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).
    12 vs 14
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    C
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Bosch SBV26AX01F offers worse value for money than the average dishwasher (7.43 vs 7.9).
    7.43 vs 7.86
  • 11% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bosch SBV26AX01F
    the average dishwasher
    Bosch SBV26AX01F has a lower user score than the average dishwasher (7.21 vs 8.000).
    7.21 vs 8
  • 11.9% more expensive
    Bosch SBV26AX01F is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£470 vs £420).
    £470 vs £420
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    ▼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 4 dB louder
    Noise level
    48 dB
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).
    48 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.17 kWh more energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    0.92 kWh
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.92 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    C
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    E
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
    E vs D
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    60 min
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No time-remaining indicator
    Time remaining indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. Overall, 82.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2 fewer place settings
    No. of place settings
    12
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).
    12 vs 14

Third-party reviews

Based on 36 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Bosch SBV26AX01F

  • Equipped with a quiet and durable EcoSilence Drive induction motor
  • ExtraDry option delivers excellent drying performance, even on plastic dishes
  • RackMatic height-adjustable top basket provides great loading flexibility
  • InfoLight feature projects a helpful red status light onto the floor while running
  • VarioSpeed Plus option allows for significantly faster wash cycles
  • Includes a gentle 40°C Glass program to protect fragile glassware
  • AquaStop system offers reliable, lifetime protection against water leaks

What we don't like about Bosch SBV26AX01F

  • Lower energy efficiency rating with an Energy Class E classification
  • No built-in child safety lock feature
  • Lacks a dedicated third rack or cutlery drawer, utilizing a standard basket instead
  • Standard eco wash cycles can be quite time-consuming
  • Does not come with a front decorative panel, requiring a custom kitchen facade

Verdict

The Bosch SBV26AX01F Serie 2 is a fully-integrated, extra-tall (XXL) 60 cm built-in dishwasher offering a capacity of 12 place settings and dynamic sensor tracking via AquaSensor. It operates with an EcoSilence Drive motor at a 48 dB noise level, consuming 9.5 litres of water per cycle and 92 kWh per 100 cycles under its Class E energy rating. Key advantages include a height-adjustable RackMatic upper basket, a handy InfoLight floor projection indicator, dedicated Glass 40°C and Extra Dry modes, and robust AquaStop leak protection. On the downside, it features a lower Class E energy efficiency grade, lacks smart home connectivity, relies on a traditional cutlery basket instead of a space-saving drawer, and has a long Eco program duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes.

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