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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£730
  • Avg. price in US: ~$900
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMI6ZCS07E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

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%

8.1

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%

8.6

Performance

30.0%

9.6

Features

25.0%

8.1

Programmes

10.0%

8.2

Design

Excellent
8.1

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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 8.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 9.2
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMI6ZCS07E Serie 6 is a 60 cm semi-built-in dishwasher featuring a 14 place-setting capacity, an EU energy efficiency class C rating with a 75 kWh consumption per 100 cycles, and a water consumption of 9.5 liters per cycle. Key characteristics and advantages include its whisper-quiet 42 dB operation, smart remote control via the Home Connect app, a flexible Max Flex basket system with a 3-stage Rackmatic height-adjustable upper rack, and a dedicated VarioSchublade cutlery drawer. It delivers excellent cleaning performance through its ExtraClean Zone and utilizes Zeolith PerfectDry technology to achieve spotless, cupboard-ready results on difficult-to-dry plastic dishware. However, potential drawbacks include a higher upfront premium retail price and a relatively long standard eco-program runtime of nearly four hours.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMI6ZCS07E

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%

8.6

Performance

30.0%

9.6

Features

25.0%

8.1

Programmes

10.0%

8.2

Design

8.7
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a technical score of 8.75 points, which is higher than 90.8% 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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

5.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
(4)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.1
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a user score of 8.09 points, which is higher than 65.9% 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.
5.5
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a popularity of 5.5 points, which is higher than 60.6% 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%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

6.7

Price

8.0
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 56.5% 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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

0.747 kWh
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E uses 0.747 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 48.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.2% 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

6
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E offers 6 wash programs, which is more than that of 22.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 30.3% 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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

89 min
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E completes its quick wash in 89 min, which is longer than that of 97.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.3% 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

235 min
Bosch SMI6ZCS7E completes its Eco wash in 235 min, which is shorter than that of 45.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.5% 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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

?
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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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

semi-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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMI6ZCS07E vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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

    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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.
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Bluetooth.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Cable length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Cable length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a self-latching door, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-latching door. 10.2% of dishwashers have a self-latching door.
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).

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Programmes
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Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 59 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (89 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 7.23 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 59 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (89 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 SMI6ZCS7E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (89 min vs 30 min).89 min vs 30 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E 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 SMI6ZCS7E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 73.8% more expensive
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£730 vs £420).
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£730 vs £420).£730 vs £420
  • 7.23 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 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 SMI6ZCS7E is heavier than the average dishwasher (46.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).46.33 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 1.3 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 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

    Bosch SMI6ZCS7E is deeper than the average dishwasher (57.3 cm vs 56 cm).57.3 cm vs 56 cm
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United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
4 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMI6ZCS07E?

  • Excellent drying performance on all items, including plastics, due to Zeolith PerfectDry technology.
  • Operates exceptionally quietly, measuring at a low 42 dB noise level.
  • Highly flexible loading options provided by the three-level Vario basket system and height-adjustable Rackmatic top rack.
  • Thorough cleaning performance capable of removing stubborn food stains completely via the ExtraClean Zone.
  • Convenient smart home integration and remote operation through the Home Connect smartphone app.

What customers dislike about Bosch SMI6ZCS07E?

  • Most standard eco and auto wash programs take a significantly long time to complete.
  • Higher initial purchase price compared to many competitor models in the same segment.
  • Smart home software and app pairing can occasionally be finicky or difficult to set up initially.
  • Lower basket layout tines can feel restrictive when trying to load larger mixing bowls or bulky pots.
  • Moisture retention inside the warm tub can cause mild odors if the appliance is left closed and not run regularly.

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