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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£400
  • Avg. price in US: ~$470
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 46 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: no

Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4 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

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%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.2

User score

Very good
6.7

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%

6.9

Performance

30.0%

6.9

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

5.9

Design

Good
9.2

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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(180)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 5.2
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.8

    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%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 5.3
    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%

    1.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4 is a 60 cm freestanding dishwasher featuring a 13 place setting capacity, a 46 dB low-noise EcoSilence Drive motor, and a water consumption rate of 9.5 liters per cycle under its Eco 50°C program. Main characteristics include its anti-fingerprint brushed steel exterior, a 3-stage Rackmatic height-adjustable upper basket, a dedicated VarioDrawer third cutlery rack, and an AquaStop anti-flood safety system. Key pros highlight its inclusion of 6 wash programs (including Auto 45-65°C and Glass 40°C) paired with premium performance options like VarioSpeedPlus and Extra Dry, ensuring highly flexible loading and spotless cleaning results. On the downside, the unit carries a lower post-realignment energy efficiency rating of Class E, a prolonged 3-hour-30-minute Eco cycle duration, and a hybrid inner tub design containing a Polinox plastic base rather than a full stainless steel interior.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4

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%

6.9

Performance

30.0%

6.9

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

5.9

Design

6.7
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a technical score of 6.74 points, which is lower than 86.3% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(180)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.2
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a user score of 9.16 points, which is higher than 87.9% 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.
10
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

7.6
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.6 points, which is lower than 67.9% 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
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

0.92 kWh
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 uses 0.92 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 78.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.5% 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

60 min
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 completes its quick wash in 60 min, which is longer than that of 76.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 19.9% 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

210 min
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 completes its Eco wash in 210 min, which is shorter than that of 76.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.1% 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

no
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.8% 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

freestanding
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

13
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 holds 13 place settings, which is fewer than that of 55.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.7% 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

no
Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a height-adjustable top basket. This feature is present in 93.1% 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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.
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).210 min vs 235 min
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 length
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Supply hose length.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Supply hose length across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 14.5% higher user score
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.16 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.
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.16 vs 8).9.16 vs 8
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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.
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • 5% cheaper
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£400 vs £420).
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£400 vs £420).£400 vs £420
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

Total
Overall
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.17 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 2 dB higher noise level
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 quiet wash program
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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.
  • Does not have a rinse aid indicator
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a rinse aid indicator, while the average dishwasher has a rinse aid indicator. 95.3% of dishwashers have a rinse aid indicator.
  • Does not have a salt indicator
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a salt indicator, while the average dishwasher has a salt indicator. 97.6% of dishwashers have a salt indicator.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a height-adjustable top basket
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a height-adjustable top basket, while the average dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. 93% of dishwashers have a height-adjustable top basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 14.9 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is heavier than the average dishwasher (54 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
    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

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 0.17 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.92 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 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 SMS46KI1E Series 4 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).60 min vs 30 min
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quiet wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 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

    Bosch SMS46KI1E Series 4 has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
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Programmes
Features
Design

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United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
180 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4?

  • Excellent cleaning performance that effectively removes grease, masala, and stubborn food stains.
  • Very quiet operation during wash cycles, measuring around 46 decibels.
  • High energy and water efficiency, utilizing automatic sensors to reduce resource waste.
  • The 3rd VarioDrawer cutlery rack at the top frees up substantial space in the lower baskets for larger dishes.
  • Versatile range of programs, including an Intensive Kadhai program for heavily soiled pots and a SpeedPerfect option to shorten cycle times.

What customers dislike about Bosch SMS46KI01E Series 4?

  • Drying performance is only adequate, occasionally leaving plastic items damp or requiring manual towel drying.
  • Higher upfront purchase cost compared to several competing brands in the market.
  • Standard eco-cycles can be quite long, frequently lasting around 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
  • Does not thoroughly remove heavily baked-on or completely burnt-on food residue without prior manual pre-soaking or scrubbing.
  • Limited basket adjustability, as most tines are fixed in place rather than completely customizable.

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