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Bosch SMS4HMW08E review: 60 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?No. of place settings:14Energy efficiency class:CNoise level:44 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Bosch SMS4HMW08E Review: Compare 60 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch SMS4HMW08E
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

75%

8.1

Technical score

25%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 63% of dishwashers
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Value for money

Value for money
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

35%

8.3

Performance

30%

8.2

Features

25%

7.2

Programmes

10%

9.3

Design

â–²Better than 59%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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8.1

Mark 8.1 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

7.0

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 54%
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMS4HMW08E

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components:

35%

8.3

Performance

30%

8.2

Features

25%

7.2

Programmes

10%

9.3

Design

8.1
Value for money
Value for money
8.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

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Price

8.7
Energy efficiency class
C
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class C, better than that of 53.5% of dishwashers and the same as that of 21.1% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 0.9% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99.1% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 99% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
B
This dishwasher has noise-emission class B, better than that of 45.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 53.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
0.75 kWh
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 0.75 kWh; it is lower than that of 47.5% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 11.4% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
6
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 6; it is higher than that of 21.9% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 30.5% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
60 min
Market range: <28 min – >60 min
This dishwasher completes the quick programme in 60 min; it is longer than that of 76.8% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the programme on 20% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
?
Delicate wash program
no
This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
no
This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 9.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 96.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
freestanding
No. of place settings
14
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 14; it is higher than that of 45.1% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 43.1% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 62.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 92% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
yes
This dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 91.5% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Bosch SMS4HMW08E vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has voice control
    This dishwasher has voice control, while the average dishwasher does not have voice control. Overall, 38.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a detergent-tablet counter in the app
    This dishwasher has a detergent-tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher does not have a detergent-tablet counter in the app. Overall, 36.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.5 L less water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9 L vs 9.5 L
  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
    C vs D
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    This dishwasher 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 less water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose
    This dishwasher has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 9.2% better value for money
    Bosch SMS4HMW08E offers better value for money than the average dishwasher (8.67 vs 7.9).
    8.67 vs 7.94
  • 1.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.7, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models

    8.1

    Mark 8.1 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    7.0

    Popularity

    8.1 vs 8.0
  • 0.5 L less water per cycle
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
    9 L vs 9.5 L
  • Better energy efficiency class
    This dishwasher has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
    C vs D
  • 140 L/year less water consumption
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year).
    2,520 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This dishwasher has Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not have Wi-Fi. Overall, 42.4% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has a detergent-tablet counter in the app
    This dishwasher has a detergent-tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher does not have a detergent-tablet counter in the app. Overall, 36.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Has voice control
    This dishwasher has voice control, while the average dishwasher does not have voice control. Overall, 38.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    This dishwasher 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
    This dishwasher has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
    1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No delicate wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 26.7% heavier
    This dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (49.4 kg vs 39 kg).
    49.4 kg vs 39 kg
  • Motor type
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No delicate wash programme
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 61.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 63.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 26.7% heavier
    This dishwasher is heavier than the average dishwasher (49.4 kg vs 39 kg).
    49.4 kg vs 39 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch SMS4HMW08E

  • Fourteen place settings take a large family's dishes.
  • Wi-Fi lets you control the machine from a phone.
  • Noise is 44 dB, rated class B.
  • Washing and drying are both rated A.
  • A half load option runs a small batch on its own.
  • Six wash programs and four temperatures cover everyday use.

What customers don't like about Bosch SMS4HMW08E

  • At 49.4 kg it is heavy to move.
  • The quick wash takes 60 min, so it is slow for a rushed load.
  • There is no delicate wash program for fragile glassware.
  • There is no hygiene programme for sanitising loads.

Verdict

Fourteen place settings and Wi-Fi control put the Bosch SMS4HMW08E in the middle of a busy family's week. It runs at 44 dB, and each cycle uses 0.75 kWh and 9 L of water. Washing and drying are both rated A, and a load sensor matches the water to the load. Six wash programs and four temperatures cover everyday dishes, and a half load option saves a run for a small batch. Delay start and a time remaining indicator let you plan around the day. The trade-off is weight: at 49.4 kg it is heavy to move, and the quick wash takes 60 min. There is no delicate program for fragile glassware, either. It suits a family that runs a full machine most days and wants to control it from a phone.

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