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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£450
  • Avg. price in US: ~$560
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 48 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMV25EX06F review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

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%

6.6

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.6

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%

6.6

Performance

30.0%

6.9

Features

25.0%

5.9

Programmes

10.0%

7.4

Design

Good
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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

  • 4.8
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    2.3

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 4.1
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.3

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    1.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £450

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Verdict

The BOSCH SMV25EX06F is a 60 cm fully integrated Serie 2 dishwasher featuring a 13 place setting capacity, 5 wash programs (including Eco 50°C, Auto 45-65°C, and Intensive 70°C), and a heat exchanger drying system. Key advantages include a quiet and durable EcoSilence Drive inverter motor operating at 48 dB, an efficient 9.5-liter water consumption per cycle in Eco mode, an InfoLight floor projection indicator, flexible Vario baskets with a 3-level adjustable RackMatic top basket, and reliable AquaStop leak protection. However, it holds a relatively lower energy efficiency rating of Class E, a long eco-cycle duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes, and lacks modern smart capabilities as it does not include Home Connect Wi-Fi integration.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV25EX06F

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

6.6
Bosch SMV25EX6F has a technical score of 6.58 points, which is lower than 89.9% 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 SMV25EX6F 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%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

8.1

Price

7.0
Bosch SMV25EX6F has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is lower than 94.9% 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

E
Bosch SMV25EX6F has energy efficiency class E, which is worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 26.5% 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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

C
Bosch SMV25EX6F has noise emission class C, which is worse than that of 55.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 40.4% 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

0.94 kWh
Bosch SMV25EX6F uses 0.94 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 88.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 4.3% 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

5
Bosch SMV25EX6F offers 5 wash programs, which is fewer than that of 78% of dishwashers and equal to that of 18.8% 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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

210 min
Bosch SMV25EX6F completes its Eco wash in 210 min, which is shorter than that of 76.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.1% 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

yes
Bosch SMV25EX6F has a delicate wash program. This feature is present in 59.9% 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

no
Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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

fully integrated
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

13
Bosch SMV25EX6F holds 13 place settings, which is fewer than that of 55.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.7% 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

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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 SMV25EX6F 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

no
Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV25EX06F vs the average dishwasher

  • 0.4 W lower standby power consumption
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Standby power consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Standby power consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV25EX6F has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).0.1 W vs 0.5 W
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV25EX6F finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 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 SMV25EX6F finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).210 min vs 235 min
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 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 SMV25EX6F is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).81.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 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 SMV25EX6F is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).55 cm vs 56 cm
  • 2.7 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is lighter than the average dishwasher (36.4 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 SMV25EX6F is lighter than the average dishwasher (36.4 kg vs 39.1 kg).36.4 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 0.4 W lower standby power consumption
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has lower standby power consumption than the average dishwasher (0.1 W vs 0.5 W).
  • 25 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV25EX6F finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (210 min vs 235 min).
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.7 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SMV25EX6F is lighter than the average dishwasher (36.4 kg vs 39.1 kg).

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Performance
Programmes
Design
  • 0.19 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV25EX6F uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV25EX6F uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 4 dB higher noise level
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV25EX6F takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Bosch SMV25EX6F supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a time-remaining indicator, while the average dishwasher has a time-remaining indicator. 82.3% of dishwashers have a time-remaining indicator.
  • Does not have a favorite cycle
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a favorite cycle, while the average dishwasher has a favorite cycle. 67.4% of dishwashers have a favorite cycle.
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Bosch SMV25EX6F offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 detergent tablet counter in the app
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a detergent tablet counter in the app, while the average dishwasher has a detergent tablet counter in the app. 67.1% of dishwashers have a detergent tablet counter in the app.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV25EX6F holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • Does not have a digital display
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a digital display, while the average dishwasher has a digital display. 90.3% of dishwashers have a digital display.
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F 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.
  • 0.19 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV25EX6F uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 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 SMV25EX6F uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.9 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.94 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 4 dB higher noise level
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (48 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 SMV25EX6F has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (48 dB vs 44 dB).48 dB vs 44 dB
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV25EX6F 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 SMV25EX6F takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).60 min vs 30 min
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
    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

    Bosch SMV25EX6F has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • Does not have a quiet wash program
    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Quiet wash program.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV25EX6F does not have a quiet wash program, while the average dishwasher has a quiet wash program. 59.9% of dishwashers have a quiet wash program.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Bosch SMV25EX6F supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Maximum delay duration.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Maximum delay duration across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV25EX6F supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
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What customers like about Bosch SMV25EX06F?

  • Equipped with a useful top cutlery drawer which maximizes space in lower baskets
  • Provides good wash results and reasonable cycle lengths
  • Features a highly flexible interior layout with a 3-tier RackMatic adjustable upper basket
  • Includes a helpful InfoLight (red floor light) to show when the machine is operating
  • Good value for money as a built-in kitchen appliance

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV25EX06F?

  • Equipped with a Polinox (plastic) tub rather than a full stainless steel interior
  • Higher noise level compared to more premium tiers, operating at 48 dB
  • Lower energy efficiency with an E class rating on the modern A-G scale
  • Can be unstable during installation prior to attaching the heavy custom kitchen panel door
  • Lacks advanced features seen in higher Bosch series, such as Wi-Fi connectivity or advanced drying technologies

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