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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£530
  • Avg. price in US: ~$660
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMS4HMW06E 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%

8.9

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%

8.1

Performance

30.0%

8.1

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

7.2

Design

Very good
8.9

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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.2
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.1
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 8.5
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMS4HMW06E is a 60 cm freestanding Series 4 dishwasher finished in white, featuring a 14 place setting capacity, a VarioDrawer third cutlery rack, and a 3-level adjustable Rackmatic top basket. Operating at a quiet 42 dB noise level with an EcoSilence Drive motor, it consumes 9.0 liters of water per Eco cycle, offers 6 wash programs including Intensive 70°C and Eco 50°C, and integrates Home Connect Wi-Fi smart control along with an ExtraDry option. Main advantages include highly flexible interior loading options, an efficient heat exchanger drying system, anti-flood AquaStop protection, and convenient remote diagnostics. On the downside, it carries a modest Class D energy efficiency rating on the A-G scale, consuming 85 kWh per 100 Eco cycles, and lacks an automated door-opening feature at the end of the wash.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS4HMW06E

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%

8.1

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

7.2

Design

7.8
Bosch SMS4HMW6E has a technical score of 7.76 points, which is lower than 50.2% 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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(26)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.9
Bosch SMS4HMW6E has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 79.2% 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 SMS4HMW6E 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%

7.7

Price

7.9
Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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

D
Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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

0.849 kWh
Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses 0.849 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 68.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.1% 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

6
Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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

270 min
Bosch SMS4HMW6E completes its Eco wash in 270 min, which is longer than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.2% 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

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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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMS4HMW06E vs the average dishwasher

  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).10 vs 1
  • 11% higher user score
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (8.88 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 SMS4HMW6E has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (8.88 vs 8).8.88 vs 8
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.1 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 11.8 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E is heavier than the average dishwasher (50.9 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 0.2 cm wider width
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E is wider than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).60 min vs 30 min
  • 0.1 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 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 SMS4HMW6E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.849 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 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 SMS4HMW6E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).270 min vs 235 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SMS4HMW6E 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 SMS4HMW6E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).84.5 cm vs 82 cm
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United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
26 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMS4HMW06E?

  • Operates very quietly with its EcoSilence Drive motor
  • Cleans dishes effectively, removing tough stains and food residue reliably
  • Spacious 14 place setting capacity with a flexible VarioFlex basket system and a dedicated 3rd VarioDrawer cutlery tray
  • Smart connectivity via the Home Connect app allows for remote operation, program downloads, and diagnostics
  • ExtraDry feature provides a strong drying boost, especially useful for challenging items like plastics

What customers dislike about Bosch SMS4HMW06E?

  • Standard eco and automatic wash cycles can take a long time to complete
  • The control panel and companion mobile application feature an overwhelming number of menu items and settings that can complicate setup for some users
  • Drying performance on plastic items can occasionally fall short unless the ExtraDry function is actively selected

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