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  • Avg. price: ~£440
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMS4EMI01E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

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%

8.1

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Excellent
8.1

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%

8.3

Performance

30.0%

9.6

Features

25.0%

6.5

Programmes

10.0%

7.3

Design

Excellent
9.3

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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.9
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    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 SMS4EMI01E is a 60 cm freestanding Serie 4 dishwasher featuring a 14 place setting capacity, a robust stainless steel interior, and a C-class energy rating with an eco-cycle consumption of 9.5 liters of water and 75 kWh per 100 cycles. Its primary advantages include an exceptionally quiet 42 dB operating volume with a brushless EcoSilence Drive motor, a flexible VarioFlex basket system equipped with a height-adjustable Rackmatic top basket, a dedicated VarioDrawer for cutlery, smart control through the Home Connect Wi-Fi app, and EfficientDry technology which automatically opens the door to improve drying results. On the downside, the door can feel somewhat heavy to operate, full cycle times for optimal efficiency can be quite long at 4 hours and 35 minutes, and some users find that plastic items may not always dry completely.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS4EMI01E

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%

8.3

Performance

30.0%

9.6

Features

25.0%

6.5

Programmes

10.0%

7.3

Design

8.1
Bosch SMS4EMI1E has a technical score of 8.14 points, which is higher than 65% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(170)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.3
Bosch SMS4EMI1E has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 93.3% 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 SMS4EMI1E 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%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

8.3
Bosch SMS4EMI1E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 77.9% 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

C
Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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

14
Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMS4EMI01E vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-latching door.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

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Overall
Performance
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 13.1 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.2 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).275 min vs 235 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E 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 SMS4EMI1E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 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 SMS4EMI1E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 13.1 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.2 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 SMS4EMI1E is heavier than the average dishwasher (52.2 kg vs 39.1 kg).52.2 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Height.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Height across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMS4EMI1E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).84.5 cm vs 82 cm
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Design

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United Kingdom
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4.5
170 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMS4EMI01E?

  • EfficientDry feature automatically opens the door at the end of the cycle to improve drying performance and eliminate condensation.
  • Very quiet operation utilizing the brushless EcoSilence Drive motor with a maximum noise level of 42 dB.
  • Excellent overall cleaning performance and effective removal of caked-on food in the designated intensive zone.
  • Smart home integration allows remote control, program adjustment, and cycle notifications through the Home Connect app.
  • Spacious 14-place setting capacity enhanced by a third-level cutlery drawer that leaves more space in the lower racks.
  • Highly flexible loading with fully customizable, collapsible grids and an adjustable Rackmatic upper basket.

What customers dislike about Bosch SMS4EMI01E?

  • Lacks a dedicated gentle cycle or specialized protection program specifically for fragile glassware.
  • Occasional connectivity issues where the machine loses its connection to smartphone apps.
  • Standard drying results can sometimes be basic or average on certain materials like plastics if the EfficientDry function isn't fully utilized.
  • Typically carries a higher initial purchase price compared to main competitors in the same category.

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