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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£410
  • Avg. price in US: ~$510
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 46 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: ?

Bosch SMV2HTX02G review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7

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%

7.4

Technical Score

20.0%

9.0

User score

Very good
7.4

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%

7.4

Performance

30.0%

8.4

Features

25.0%

6.0

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

Very good
9.0

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%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 6.6
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.9

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 5.6
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.9

    Noise level

    20.0%

    6.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMV2HTX02G is a 60cm fully integrated Series 2 dishwasher featuring a 13 place setting capacity, an EcoSilence Drive motor operating at a quiet 46 dB noise level, and a D energy efficiency rating that consumes 9 liters of water and 84 kWh per 100 cycles. It offers 5 wash programs (Eco 50°C, Auto 45-65°C, Intensive 70°C, Express 65°C, and Favourite) alongside key performance features like an InfoLight floor projection indicator, AquaStop flood protection, SpeedPerfect+ time reduction, and Home Connect Wi-Fi integration for smart remote control and a 30-minute Silence on Demand pause. Main advantages include exceptional, reliable cleaning performance, a quiet wash cycle, smart device connectivity, and a dedicated Extra Dry option that uses elevated temperatures to eliminate moisture on tough-to-dry loads. On the downside, the appliance utilizes a plastic Polinox base instead of a full stainless steel tub interior, relies on a standard cutlery basket rather than a space-saving top cutlery tray, lacks an automatic door-opening feature for natural ventilation drying, and features an exceptionally long 4.5-hour duration on its primary Eco cycle.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV2HTX02G

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%

7.4

Performance

30.0%

8.4

Features

25.0%

6.0

Programmes

10.0%

7.8

Design

7.4
Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a technical score of 7.4 points, which is lower than 66.7% 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%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(98)
United States
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4.4
(93)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.0
Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a user score of 9.02 points, which is higher than 83.8% 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 SMV2HTX2G 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

7.9
Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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

0.836 kWh
Bosch SMV2HTX2G uses 0.836 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 62.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5.8% 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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

no
Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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

no
Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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

yes
Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a cutlery basket. This feature is present in 58.4% 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

?
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 SMV2HTX2G has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV2HTX02G vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-cleaning filter system.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: HIGH

    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Voice control.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV2HTX2G supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).81.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 8.4 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.7 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 SMV2HTX2G is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.7 kg vs 39.1 kg).30.7 kg vs 39.1 kg
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a self-cleaning filter system, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-cleaning filter system. 33.8% of dishwashers have a self-cleaning filter system.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 8.4 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.7 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).
  • 2 dB higher noise level
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.09 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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.
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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.
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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.
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a child lock
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G 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.
  • Worse noise emission class
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G has a worse noise emission class than the average dishwasher (C vs B).C vs B
  • 15 h shorter maximum delay duration
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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 SMV2HTX2G supports a shorter maximum delay than the average dishwasher (9 h vs 24 h).9 h vs 24 h
  • Does not have a time-remaining indicator
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Time remaining indicator.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMV2HTX2G 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.
  • 2 dB higher noise level
    Bosch SMV2HTX2G has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 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 SMV2HTX2G has a higher noise level than the average dishwasher (46 dB vs 44 dB).46 dB vs 44 dB
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Features
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4.3
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4.4
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMV2HTX02G?

  • Whisper-quiet operation and dedicated Silence on Demand noise reduction feature
  • Excellent cleaning performance that leaves dishes spotless
  • InfoLight floor projection clearly indicates when a cycle is running
  • Smart home integration via the Home Connect app for convenient remote control
  • ExtraDry option delivers thoroughly dried dishes, eliminating manual towel drying
  • Good overall value for a reliable, well-known brand

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV2HTX02G?

  • Struggles somewhat with completely drying plastic items
  • Standard Eco and full cycles can feel long and time-consuming
  • Internal rack layout has some fixed sections, limiting loading flexibility for bulky pots
  • Integrated unit installation and panel fitting can occasionally be tricky
  • Display is hidden during operation and doesn't explicitly track remaining cycle time on the front

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