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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£650
  • Avg. price in US: ~$750
  • No. of place settings: 14
  • Energy efficiency class: A
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMV6ECX20E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

9.1

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%

9.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Exceptional
9.1

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%

9.5

Performance

30.0%

9.5

Features

25.0%

8.5

Programmes

10.0%

8.3

Design

Exceptional
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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%

?

Popularity

  • 10
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

  • 9.6
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    10

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    10

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £650

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Verdict

The Bosch SMV6ECX20E is a premium, fully integrated 60 cm dishwasher from the Serie 6 line, featuring a spacious capacity of 14 place settings, a top-tier Energy Class A rating (consuming just 54 kWh per 100 cycles), and a highly efficient 9-liter water usage per eco-cycle. Operating at a remarkably quiet 42 dB noise level via its brushless EcoSilence Drive motor, it comes equipped with 7 wash programs, a flexible MaxFlex basket system, a 3rd Extra Space cutlery tray, and modern smart functionalities like Home Connect Wi-Fi integration and TimeLight floor projection. Key advantages include its EfficientDry automatic door-opening mechanism for superior plastic drying, specialized Extra Clean Zone spray nozzles for heavy-duty stains, and robust AquaStop flood protection; however, users note that its most eco-efficient wash cycles can take up to 4.5 hours to complete, it lacks a dedicated standalone lower cutlery basket, and it requires a premium up-front investment.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV6ECX20E

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%

?

Performance

30.0%

?

Features

25.0%

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Programmes

10.0%

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Design

9.1
Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a technical score of 9.13 points, which is higher than 99% 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 SMV6ECX20E 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%

9.1

Overall score

40.0%

7.1

Price

8.5
Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.5 points, which is higher than 90.6% 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

A
Bosch SMV6ECX20E has energy efficiency class A, which is better than that of 88.3% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.8% 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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

0.543 kWh
Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses 0.543 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 86.5% of dishwashers and equal to that of 8.8% 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

6
Bosch SMV6ECX20E offers 6 wash programs, which is more than that of 22.1% of dishwashers and equal to that of 30.3% 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 SMV6ECX20E 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

29 min
Bosch SMV6ECX20E completes its quick wash in 29 min, which is shorter than that of 77.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 10% 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 SMV6ECX20E 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

yes
Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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

yes
Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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

14
Bosch SMV6ECX20E holds 14 place settings, which is more than that of 44.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.7% 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV6ECX20E vs the average dishwasher

  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A 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 SMV6ECX20E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).A vs D
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E 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.
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 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 SMV6ECX20E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.543 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Hygiene programme.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 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 SMV6ECX20E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).9 L vs 9.5 L
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
    What it is: This attribute refers to No. of wash temperatures.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare No. of wash temperatures across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMV6ECX20E offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).5 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (A vs D).
  • 0.21 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 0.5 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (9 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • 140 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (2520 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Has a hygiene programme
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a hygiene programme, while the average dishwasher does not have a hygiene programme. 32.2% of dishwashers have a hygiene programme.
  • 1 min shorter quick wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E finishes the quick wash sooner than the average dishwasher (29 min vs 30 min).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has an interior light
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has an interior light, while the average dishwasher does not have an interior light. 13.2% of dishwashers have an interior light.
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a self-latching door, while the average dishwasher does not have a self-latching door. 10.2% of dishwashers have a self-latching door.
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Overall
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 2.4 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is heavier than the average dishwasher (41.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 35 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 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 SMV6ECX20E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (270 min vs 235 min).270 min vs 235 min
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E 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 SMV6ECX20E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • Does not have a child lock
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Child lock.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV6ECX20E does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 54.8% more expensive
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£650 vs £420).
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£650 vs £420).£650 vs £420
  • 2.4 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX20E is heavier than the average dishwasher (41.5 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 SMV6ECX20E is heavier than the average dishwasher (41.5 kg vs 39.1 kg).41.5 kg vs 39.1 kg
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch SMV6ECX20E?

  • Excellent drying performance, particularly on plastics, due to Zeolith/PerfectDry technology
  • Very quiet operation, often below 42-39 dB
  • High cleaning performance, including effective handling of stubborn, dried-on food via Extra Clean Zone
  • Highly flexible loading with Max Flex baskets and adjustable Rackmatic system
  • Smart home integration with Home Connect app
  • Energy-efficient with high-rated Zeolith technology
  • TimeLight feature projects remaining time onto the floor

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV6ECX20E?

  • Higher price point compared to entry-level models
  • Longer cycle times for standard automatic programs
  • Potential for odor buildup if not used frequently due to high sealing and residual moisture

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