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Bosch SMI6ECS18E review: 60 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?No. of place settings:14Energy efficiency class:ANoise level:38 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Bosch SMI6ECS18E Review: Compare 60 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch SMI6ECS18E
8.8/10

Overall score

Score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

75%

9.2

Technical score

25%

7.7

User score

★Better than 98% of dishwashers
?

Value for money

Value for money
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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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Score components

70%

8.8

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
9.2

Technical score

Technical score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

35%

9.7

Performance

30%

9.2

Features

25%

8.4

Programmes

10%

9.6

Design

★Better than 99%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models

70%

8.5

Rating

30%

5.6

Popularity

▼Worse than 69%
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMI6ECS18E

Technical score
Technical score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

35%

9.7

Performance

30%

9.2

Features

25%

8.4

Programmes

10%

9.6

Design

9.2
Value for money
Value for money
9.2/ 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
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

70%

8.8

Overall score

30%

?

Price

9.2
Energy efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class A, better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and the same as that of 11.7% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 0.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99.1% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
A
This dishwasher has noise-emission class A, better than that of 98.6% of dishwashers and the same as that of 1.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.54 kWh
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.54 kWh; it is lower than that of 86.4% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 9% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
?
Quick wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
?
Eco wash time
?
Delicate wash program
?
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Automatic door opening
yes
This dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 9.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 96.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
?
No. of place settings
14
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 14; it is higher than that of 45.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 43.1% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 92% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 91.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Bosch SMI6ECS18E vs the average dishwasher

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  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
    A vs D
  • 0.21 kWh less energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.54 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 6 dB quieter
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (38 dB vs 44 dB).
    38 dB vs 44 dB
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has voice control
    This dishwasher has voice control, while the average dishwasher does not have voice control. Overall, 38.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a detergent-tablet counter in the app
    This dishwasher has a detergent-tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher does not have a detergent-tablet counter in the app. Overall, 36.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.5 L less water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9 L vs 9.5 L
  • Better noise-emission class
    This dishwasher has a better noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 15.5% better value for money
    Bosch SMI6ECS18E offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (9.18 vs 7.9).
    9.18 vs 7.94
  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
    A vs D
  • 0.21 kWh less energy per cycle
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    0.54 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 6 dB quieter
    This dishwasher is quieter than the average dishwasher (38 dB vs 44 dB).
    38 dB vs 44 dB
  • Better noise-emission class
    This dishwasher has a better noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 0.5 L less water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 140 L/year less water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a detergent-tablet counter in the app
    This dishwasher has a detergent-tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher does not have a detergent-tablet counter in the app. Overall, 36.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has voice control
    This dishwasher has voice control, while the average dishwasher does not have voice control. Overall, 38.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    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
    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
  • 10% lighter
    This dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (35.1 kg vs 39 kg).
    35.1 kg vs 39 kg
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 3.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    5.6

    Popularity

    7.7 vs 8.0
  • 3.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    5.6

    Popularity

    7.7 vs 8.0
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch SMI6ECS18E

  • 38 dB is quiet enough to run after dinner.
  • The brushless motor has no brushes to wear down.
  • 0.54 kWh per cycle keeps power use low.
  • 9 L of water per cycle, or 2520 L a year.
  • Quiet wash program for evening runs.
  • Delay start of up to 24 h lets you pick cheaper hours.

What customers don't like about Bosch SMI6ECS18E

  • There is no hygiene programme for extra-hot cleaning.
  • The top wash temperature is 70 °C, so very baked-on pans may need soaking.
  • There is no pause option to stop the machine mid-cycle.
  • The water softener must be set by hand to match local hardness.

Verdict

At 38 dB, the Bosch SMI6ECS18E is quiet enough to run after dinner without anyone noticing. The 14 place settings take a full family dinner, and the brushless motor has no brushes to wear down. The Wi-Fi link lets you start or check it from a phone. Each cycle uses 9 L of water and 0.54 kWh of power. A quiet wash program suits evenings, and the end-of-cycle indicator shows when it has finished. A delay start of up to 24 h lets you pick cheaper hours. The trade-off is the missing hygiene programme, which some buyers want for extra-hot cleaning. The 70 °C top setting is hot, but it is the ceiling. It suits a household that wants a calm machine and does not need extra cycles.

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