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  • Avg. price: ~£530
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

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%

8.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.1

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%

7.8

Performance

30.0%

9.5

Features

25.0%

6.7

Programmes

10.0%

7.9

Design

Excellent
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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

  • 6.7
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 7.4
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    8.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    4.3

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £530

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is a fully built-in 60 cm dishwasher with a 13 place setting capacity, operating via a quiet 44 dB EcoSilence Drive motor and featuring a 3-rack system with a flexible VarioDrawer third level. Key advantages include an efficient Class C energy rating consuming 9.5 liters of water per cycle, Home Connect Wi-Fi smart control, and an EfficientDry automatic door-opening feature that enhances drying performance. However, notable drawbacks include a long 275-minute Eco cycle and the absence of a floor-projected status indicator light to visually monitor remaining cycle time.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 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%

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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

8.1
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a technical score of 8.07 points, which is higher than 61.7% 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%

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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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%

8.1

Overall score

40.0%

7.7

Price

8.0
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 56.5% 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

C
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has energy efficiency class C, which is better than that of 53.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.8% 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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

0.82 kWh
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 uses 0.82 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 59.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 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

5
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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

275 min
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 completes its Eco wash in 275 min, which is longer than that of 86.8% of dishwashers and equal to that of 2.8% 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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

yes
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.7% 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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

built-in
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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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

no
Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
    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

    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).81.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).55 cm vs 56 cm
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.1 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 is lighter than the average dishwasher (37 kg vs 39.1 kg).

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Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.07 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).275 min vs 235 min
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
    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

    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 0.07 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 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 SMV4ECX14E Series 4 uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.82 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 1 fewer wash programs
    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).
    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

    Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4 offers fewer wash programs than the average dishwasher (5 vs 6).5 vs 6
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What customers like about Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4?

  • Excellent cleaning performance that handles tough, greasy stains well
  • Whisper-quiet operation with a low noise level of 44 dB
  • Efficient Dry feature automatically opens the door to improve drying results and prevent condensation
  • Flexible storage layout featuring Rackmatic height-adjustable baskets and a dedicated VarioDrawer cutlery level
  • Smart connectivity via the Home Connect app for remote control and progress tracking

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV4ECX14E Series 4?

  • Drying performance on plastic items can still leave some moisture behind
  • Relatively high upfront purchase price and expensive spare parts
  • Eco wash cycles take a very long time to complete (nearly 5 hours)
  • Occasional Wi-Fi connectivity drops with the smartphone application
  • Struggles to completely remove heavily burned-on food residues without manual pre-scrubbing

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