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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£550
  • Avg. price in US: ~$670
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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.

8.0

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%

7.8

Technical Score

20.0%

9.2

User score

Excellent
7.8

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%

7.8

Performance

30.0%

8.9

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

6.7

Design

Very 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
(88)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 6.7
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 7.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is a freestanding 60 cm dishwasher featuring an anti-fingerprint brushed steel exterior, a 13 place setting capacity, a 3-tier Flex basket system with a Vario cutlery drawer, and 6 wash programs. Notable operational pros include its energy-efficient EU Class C rating (consuming 74 kWh per 100 cycles and 9.5 liters of water per Eco cycle), its remarkably quiet 44 dB Silence Plus performance, smart functionality via the Home Connect app, and an EfficientDry automatic door-opening feature that naturally enhances the drying cycle. However, some minor drawbacks are its relatively long 275-minute Eco cycle runtime, standard plastic items may not dry as thoroughly compared to higher-end Zeolith models, and it lacks custom panel integration due to its standalone full-console design.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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%

7.8

Performance

30.0%

8.9

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

6.7

Design

7.8
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a technical score of 7.77 points, which is higher than 50.5% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(88)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.2
Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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%

8.0

Overall score

40.0%

7.6

Price

7.9
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.9 points, which is higher than 48.6% 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

C
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has energy efficiency class C, which is better than that of 53.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.8% 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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

B
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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

0.82 kWh
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 uses 0.82 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 59.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1% 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

5
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 offers 5 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 78% of dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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

275 min
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 completes its Eco wash in 275 min, which is longer than that of 86.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.8% 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

no
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 60% 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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

yes
Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.16 vs 8).9.16 vs 8
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

Total
Overall
Performance
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.07 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have a rinse aid indicator
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 15.2 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is heavier than the average dishwasher (54.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 delicate wash program
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a 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

    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a delicate wash program, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a delicate wash program.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).275 min vs 235 min
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
    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

    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 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 SMS4ECI14E 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 rinse aid indicator
    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Rinse aid indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS4ECI14E 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 SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a salt indicator, while the average dishwasher has a salt indicator. 97.6% of dishwashers have a salt indicator.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Salt indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4 does not have a salt indicator, while the average dishwasher has a salt indicator. 97.6% of dishwashers have a salt indicator.
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Programmes
Features
Design

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
88 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4?

  • Excellent cleaning performance that leaves oily and heavily soiled dishes spotless
  • EfficientDry feature automatically opens the door at the end of the cycle to improve drying and reduce energy consumption
  • Whisper-quiet operation assisted by the EcoSilence motor
  • Smart features and remote operation via the Bosch Home Connect mobile app
  • Flexible storage layout with an adjustable top rack (Rackmatic) and a spacious 13 place-setting capacity
  • Great water and electricity efficiency, particularly when using the Eco program

What customers dislike about Bosch SMS4ECI14E Series 4?

  • Higher upfront purchase price compared to competitor models in the same tier
  • Occasional Wi-Fi connectivity drops with the smartphone app, disrupting notifications
  • Standard/Auto cycles can be quite lengthy, often lasting over two hours
  • The cutlery tray layout can sometimes feel tedious and tiring to load item-by-item compared to a standard basket
  • Minor delays in processing or program responsiveness immediately after powering on the machine

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