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  • Avg. price: ~£630
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: C
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7

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%

8.5

Technical Score

20.0%

9.4

User score

Excellent
8.5

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%

8.3

Performance

30.0%

9.8

Features

25.0%

7.6

Programmes

10.0%

7.5

Design

Excellent
9.4

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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 7.5
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.5

    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

  • 7.6
    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%

    6.5

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is a fully integrated 60 cm dishwasher featuring a 13 place-setting capacity, a 3rd rack Max Flex Pro basket system, and an efficient EcoSilence Drive motor operating at a quiet 44 dB noise level. Rated with a Class C energy efficiency label, it consumes 9.5 liters of water per cycle and includes 8 wash programs alongside smart Wi-Fi operation via the Home Connect app. Key advantages include the EfficientDry automatic door-opening system, an Extra Clean Zone with specialized intensive nozzles, and dependable AquaStop leak protection; however, it lacks a dedicated half-load option and comes at a higher premium compared to baseline models.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 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%

8.3

Performance

30.0%

9.8

Features

25.0%

7.6

Programmes

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.5
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a technical score of 8.47 points, which is higher than 80.2% 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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.6
(75)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.4
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a user score of 9.44 points, which is higher than 96.1% 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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%

8.7

Overall score

40.0%

7.2

Price

8.2
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 70.9% 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

C
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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

0.73 kWh
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 uses 0.73 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 63% of dishwashers and equal to that of 1.3% 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

7
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers 7 wash programs, which is more than that of 52.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 11.6% 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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

30 min
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 completes its quick wash in 30 min, which is shorter than that of 33.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 43.6% 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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

yes
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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

yes
Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a touch screen. This feature is present in 10.1% 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a 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

    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).5 vs 4
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).C vs D
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 1 more wash programs
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (7 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (7 vs 6).7 vs 6
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • Better energy efficiency class
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a better energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (C vs D).
  • 0.02 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.7 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 1 more wash programs
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (7 vs 6).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Has a touch screen
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a touch screen, while the average dishwasher does not have a touch screen. 10.2% of dishwashers have a touch screen.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 1 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Half load option.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 does not have a half-load option, while the average dishwasher has a half-load option. 72.7% of dishwashers have a half-load option.
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • 50% more expensive
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£630 vs £420).
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£630 vs £420).£630 vs £420
  • 1 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.1 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 SMV6ECX51E Series 6 is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.1 kg vs 39.1 kg).40.1 kg vs 39.1 kg
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4.6
75 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6?

  • Extremely quiet operation during wash cycles
  • Excellent cleaning performance leaving dishes sparkling
  • EfficientDry feature with automatic door opening works well
  • Flexible basket layout and Rackmatic adjustable top rack
  • Spacious third loading level via the retractable VarioDrawer
  • Convenient TimeLight projects remaining cycle time on the floor
  • Useful smart features via the Home Connect app

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV6ECX51E Series 6?

  • Most standard/auto washing programs take a very long time to complete
  • Premium pricing makes it more expensive than some competitors
  • Potential for occasional Wi-Fi connectivity and app pairing issues
  • Some users reported a dip in build quality or plastic door fittings compared to older models
  • Lower basket layout with specific tine placement can be awkward for mixed large bowls

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