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Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 Review | 59 Data compared

Avg. price:~£360No. of place settings:12Energy efficiency class:FNoise level:48 dBOverflow protection:yesHeight adjustable top basket:yes

Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 Review: Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Dishwashers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

9.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 91% of dishwashers
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Performance

30%

7.5

Features

25%

5.3

Programmes

10%

7.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 97% of dishwashers
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 339 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 94% of dishwashers
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Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

35%

5.3

Performance

30%

7.5

Features

25%

5.3

Programmes

10%

7.5

Design

6.2
User score
User score
9.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 339 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 92% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
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
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

8.6

Price

7.3
Energy efficiency class
F
Energy efficiency class
F
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
This dishwasher has energy efficiency class F, worse than that of 94.2% of dishwashers and the same as that of 5.5% of dishwashers.
Washing efficiency class
A
Washing efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has washing efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Drying efficiency class
A
Drying efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has drying efficiency class A, better than that of 1.1% of dishwashers and the same as that of 98.9% of dishwashers.
Noise emission class
C
Noise emission class
C
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
This dishwasher has noise-emission class C, worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and the same as that of 40.4% of dishwashers.
Energy consumption per cycle
1.02 kWh
Energy consumption per cycle
1.02 kWh
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is 1.02 kWh; it is higher than that of 97.8% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 0.7% of the dishwashers.
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No. of wash programs
5
No. of wash programs
5
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <5 – >10
The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is 5; it is lower than that of 77.9% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% of the dishwashers.
Quick wash program
yes
Quick wash program
yes
Category Benchmark
This dishwasher has a quick wash programme. Overall, 99.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Quick wash time
60 min
Quick wash time
60 min
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
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 19.9% of the dishwashers.
Eco wash time
210 min
Eco wash time
210 min
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <190 min – >280 min
This dishwasher completes the Eco programme in 210 min; it is shorter than that of 76.4% of the dishwashers and takes as long as the Eco programme on 5.1% of the dishwashers.
Delicate wash program
no
Delicate wash program
no
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Automatic door opening
no
Automatic door opening
no
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Touch screen
no
Touch screen
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This dishwasher does not have a touch screen. Overall, 10.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
Load sensor
yes
Load sensor
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This dishwasher has a load sensor. Overall, 69.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
Overflow protection
yes
Overflow protection
yes
â–² Better than 3% of models
This dishwasher has overflow protection. Overall, 97.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
Adjustable water softener
yes
Adjustable water softener
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This dishwasher has an adjustable water softener. Overall, 99% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Type of installation
built-in
No. of place settings
12
No. of place settings
12
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <10 – >15
The number of place settings on this dishwasher is 12; it is lower than that of 76% of the dishwashers and equal to that of 5.5% of the dishwashers.
Cutlery basket
yes
Cutlery basket
yes
â–² Better than 42% of models
This dishwasher has a cutlery basket. Overall, 57.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
Height adjustable top basket
yes
Height adjustable top basket
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This dishwasher has a height-adjustable top basket. Overall, 91.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
Digital display
no
Digital display
no
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This dishwasher does not have a digital display. Overall, 90.2% of dishwashers have this feature.
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Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 vs the average dishwasher

246810TotalPerformanceProgrammesFeaturesDesign
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 25 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    210 min
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
    210 min vs 235 min
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    Cable length
    1.75 m
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    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
    Supply hose length
    1.65 m
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >1.65 m
    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
  • 20.3% lighter
    Weight
    31.2 kg
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (31.2 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    31.2 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).
    10 vs 1
  • 12.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2
    the average dishwasher
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.02 vs 8.000).
    9.02 vs 8
  • 16.7% cheaper
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£360 vs £420).
    £360 vs £420
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 is more popular than the average dishwasher (10 vs 1).
    10 vs 1
  • 12.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2
    the average dishwasher
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 has a higher user score than the average dishwasher (9.02 vs 8.000).
    9.02 vs 8
  • 16.7% cheaper
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 is cheaper than the average dishwasher (£360 vs £420).
    £360 vs £420
  • 25 min shorter Eco programme
    Eco wash time
    210 min
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <190 min – >280 min
    This dishwasher has a shorter Eco programme than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
    210 min vs 235 min
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Self-cleaning filter system
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. Overall, 34.8% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.25 m longer cable
    Cable length
    1.75 m
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1.3 m – >1.75 m
    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
    Supply hose length
    1.65 m
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >1.65 m
    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
  • 20.3% lighter
    Weight
    31.2 kg
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <30.2 kg – >49.7 kg
    40% lighter: this dishwasher is lighter than the average dishwasher (31.2 kg vs 39.15 kg).
    31.2 kg vs 39.15 kg
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 0.27 kWh more energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    1.02 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (1 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    1.02 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 2.2 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    11.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (11.7 L vs 9.5 L).
    11.7 L vs 9.5 L
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (F vs D).
    F vs D
  • 4 dB louder
    Noise level
    48 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).
    48 dB vs 44 dB
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    60 min
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 offers worse value for money than the average dishwasher (7.31 vs 7.9).
    7.31 vs 7.86
  • 0.27 kWh more energy per cycle
    Energy consumption per cycle
    1.02 kWh
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <0.543 kWh – >0.937 kWh
    The energy consumption per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (1 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
    1.02 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 2.2 L more water per cycle
    Water usage per cycle
    11.7 L
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <8.9 L – >11 L
    The water usage per cycle of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (11.7 L vs 9.5 L).
    11.7 L vs 9.5 L
  • Motor type
    Motor type
    brushless
    â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
    This dishwasher uses brushless as its motor type, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
    brushless vs inverter
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Energy efficiency class
    F
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (F vs D).
    F vs D
  • 4 dB louder
    Noise level
    48 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <42 dB – >49 dB
    This dishwasher is louder than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).
    48 dB vs 44 dB
  • Worse noise-emission class
    Noise emission class
    C
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This dishwasher has a worse noise-emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 640 L/year more water consumption
    Annual water consumption
    3,300 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <2.2k L/year – >3.1k L/year
    The water consumption of this dishwasher is higher than that of the average dishwasher (3300 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    3,300 L/year vs 2,660 L/year
  • 30 min longer quick programme
    Quick wash time
    60 min
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <28 min – >60 min
    This dishwasher has a longer quick programme than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • No half-load option
    Half load option
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. Overall, 72.9% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No delicate wash programme
    Delicate wash program
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a delicate wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a delicate wash programme. Overall, 60.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No quiet wash programme
    Quiet wash program
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a quiet wash programme, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash programme. Overall, 62.3% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No time-remaining indicator
    Time remaining indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. Overall, 82.1% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No delayed start
    Delay start
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This dishwasher does not have delayed start, while the average dishwasher has delayed start. Overall, 98.7% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No favorite cycle
    Favorite cycle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. Overall, 71% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    No. of wash programs
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <5 – >10
    The number of wash programmes on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
    5 vs 6
  • No automatic door-opening feature
    Automatic door opening
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This dishwasher does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. Overall, 65% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • 2 fewer place settings
    No. of place settings
    12
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <10 – >15
    The number of place settings on this dishwasher is lower than that of the average dishwasher (12 vs 14).
    12 vs 14
  • No child lock
    Child lock
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. Overall, 52.6% of dishwashers have this feature.
  • No digital display
    Digital display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This dishwasher does not have a digital display, while the average dishwasher has a digital display. Overall, 90.2% of dishwashers have this feature.

Third-party reviews

Based on 339 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2

  • Delivers thorough cleaning performance, leaving plates, cutlery, and glassware spotless without requiring manual pre-washing.
  • Operates quietly at a low noise level of 48 dB due to the brushless EcoSilence Drive motor.
  • Features an InfoLight red floor beam that clearly signals when a cycle is actively running.
  • Equipped with a height-adjustable upper basket to accommodate larger plates, pots, and bulky cookware.
  • Highly efficient and eco-friendly with low water consumption and an intelligent AquaSensor load system.
  • Includes a dependable AquaStop anti-flood sensor system providing lifetime protection against indoor water damage.
  • Provides a premium built-in stainless steel and Polinox tub that naturally resists food stains and lingering odours.

What we don't like about Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2

  • Lacks advanced drying features found in premium models, sometimes leaving plastic items slightly damp.
  • Offers a basic selection of only five wash programs with fewer customization alternatives compared to higher Series lines.
  • Does not feature a dedicated third cutlery drawer, relying instead on a traditional lower-rack cutlery basket.
  • Missing modern smart functions such as Wi-Fi pairing or Home Connect mobile app control.
  • Standard or Eco wash programs can take a long duration to finish a single full cycle.

Verdict

The Bosch SMV25AX00E Series 2 is a fully integrated 60cm built-in dishwasher offering a 12 place setting capacity, operating at a quiet noise level of 48 dB via its EcoSilence Drive motor. It features 5 wash programs (including Eco 50°C and Intensive 70°C), an adjustable upper basket, AquaStop flood protection, an InfoLight floor beam indicator, and a standard cycle time of 210 minutes consuming 11.7 liters of water and 1.02 kWh of energy. Main advantages include its reliable cleaning performance, quiet operation, and automated features like the Dosage Assist and AquaSensor dirt detection. However, notable drawbacks include its lower F-class energy efficiency rating under current European regulations, the absence of smart app connectivity, a basic plastic (Polinox) tub base rather than a full stainless steel interior, and the lack of a modern third cutlery rack.

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