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  • Avg. price: ~£500
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMS4HMI08E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

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%

8.2

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.2

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%

8.1

Performance

30.0%

9.3

Features

25.0%

7.3

Programmes

10.0%

7.2

Design

Excellent
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 7.6
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    6.1

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £500

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Verdict

The Bosch SMS4HMI08E is a Serie 4 freestanding 60 cm dishwasher featuring an anti-fingerprint brushed steel finish, a 14-place-setting capacity, and an energy efficiency rating of Class C under EU regulations. Operating quietly at 44 dB with its EcoSilence Drive motor, it consumes 9.0 liters of water and 75 kWh of electricity per 100 cycles in its 4-hour and 55-minute Eco 50°C program. Main characteristics and pros include flexible loading via VarioFlex baskets, an ExtraDry option, AquaStop flood protection, and smart control through the Home Connect Wi-Fi app. On the downside, the Eco program has a noticeably long cycle duration, and it lacks the advanced automatic open-door drying (EfficientDry) or Zeolith technology found in premium Bosch models.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS4HMI08E

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%

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Performance

30.0%

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Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

8.2
Bosch SMS4HMI8E has a technical score of 8.18 points, which is higher than 66.4% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Bosch SMS4HMI8E has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% 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%

8.2

Overall score

40.0%

7.9

Price

8.1
Bosch SMS4HMI8E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 63.9% 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

D
Bosch SMS4HMI8E has energy efficiency class D, which is better than that of 32.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 21.4% 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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

295 min
Bosch SMS4HMI8E completes its Eco wash in 295 min, which is longer than that of 91.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.2% 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 SMS4HMI8E 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

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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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMS4HMI08E vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Water usage per cycle.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Water usage per cycle across dishwashers.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bosch SMS4HMI8E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 2.7% better value for money
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.09 vs 7.875).
    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.
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.09 vs 7.875).8.09 vs 7.88
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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.
  • 60 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (295 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 11.9 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E is heavier than the average dishwasher (51 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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.
  • 60 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (295 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 SMS4HMI8E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (295 min vs 235 min).295 min vs 235 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E 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 SMS4HMI8E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).84.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 11.9 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4HMI8E is heavier than the average dishwasher (51 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 SMS4HMI8E is heavier than the average dishwasher (51 kg vs 39.1 kg).51 kg vs 39.1 kg
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What customers like about Bosch SMS4HMI08E?

  • Excellent cleaning performance that handles tough, dirty dishes well
  • Whisper-quiet operation typical of the Silence Plus 44 dB rating
  • Flexible loading capacity with the VarioFlex basket system and Rackmatic height-adjustable top rack
  • Efficient Dry and Extra Dry functions that automatically open the door or raise temperatures to improve plastic drying
  • Convenient Home Connect app integration for remote diagnostics and extra downloadable cycles
  • Time-saving Speed Perfect Plus option that cuts cycle times up to 50% without losing quality
  • Great energy and water efficiency with a strong resource-saving design

What customers dislike about Bosch SMS4HMI08E?

  • Noticeably higher purchase price compared to standard competitor brands
  • Basic or average standard drying performance unless specialized Extra Dry modes are active
  • The control panel options and menu navigation can feel overly complex or overwhelming for some users
  • Standard or Eco wash cycles can take a long time to complete

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