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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£710
  • Avg. price in US: ~$750
  • No. of place settings: 13
  • Energy efficiency class: D
  • Noise level: 42 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SMV6ECX93E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

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%

8.4

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Excellent
8.4

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%

8.1

Performance

30.0%

8.9

Features

25.0%

8.1

Programmes

10.0%

8.4

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.0
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Noise level

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

  • 8.3
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    7.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    3.8

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    8.2

    No. of place settings

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £710

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Bosch SMV6ECX93E is a 60 cm fully integrated Series 6 dishwasher with a 13-place setting capacity, an EcoSilence Drive motor operating at a quiet 42 dB (39 dB in silence mode), and a D energy efficiency rating consuming 84 kWh per 100 cycles and 6.7 to 9.5 liters of water per eco cycle. Main characteristics and pros include its EfficientDry automatic door-opening technology, 8 wash programs (such as Intensive 70°C and Auto 45-65°C), the MaxFlex basket system with a flexible VarioDrawer third rack, a TimeLight floor projection indicator, and Home Connect Wi-Fi integration. Notable cons are its relatively high initial purchase cost, a lack of a dedicated half-load option, and exceptionally long cycle times on eco-friendlier settings which can run up to 4 hours and 35 minutes.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SMV6ECX93E

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%

?

Programmes

10.0%

?

Design

8.4
Bosch SMV6ECX93E has a technical score of 8.39 points, which is higher than 76.6% 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 SMV6ECX93E 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%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

6.8

Price

7.9
Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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

0.84 kWh
Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses 0.84 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

8
Bosch SMV6ECX93E offers 8 wash programs, which is more than that of 64% of dishwashers and equal to that of 20.3% 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 SMV6ECX93E 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

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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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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

?
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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SMV6ECX93E vs the average dishwasher

  • 2.8 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.7 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 SMV6ECX93E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.7 L vs 9.5 L).6.7 L vs 9.5 L
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).42 dB vs 44 dB
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 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 SMV6ECX93E offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).8 vs 6
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Bluetooth.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SMV6ECX93E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).5 vs 4
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 2.8 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (6.7 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 2 dB lower noise level
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E has a lower noise level than the average dishwasher (42 dB vs 44 dB).
  • 1 more wash temperatures
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E offers more wash temperatures than the average dishwasher (5 vs 4).
  • 2 more wash programs
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E offers more wash programs than the average dishwasher (8 vs 6).
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

Total
Performance
Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 0.09 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 140 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E takes longer to finish the Eco wash than the average dishwasher (275 min vs 235 min).
  • 1 fewer place settings
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).
  • 1.2 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 40 min longer Eco wash time
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (13 vs 14).13 vs 14
  • 0.09 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E 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 SMV6ECX93E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.84 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 140 L/year higher annual water consumption
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Annual water consumption.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Annual water consumption across dishwashers.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Bosch SMV6ECX93E uses more water annually than the average dishwasher (2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year).2800 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 69.1% more expensive
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£710 vs £420).
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£710 vs £420).£710 vs £420
  • 1.2 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SMV6ECX93E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 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 SMV6ECX93E is heavier than the average dishwasher (40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg).40.3 kg vs 39.1 kg
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch SMV6ECX93E?

  • Exceptionally quiet operation at 42 dB with EcoSilence Drive
  • Excellent cleaning performance with Extra Clean Zone rotating water nozzles
  • Improved drying results via EfficientDry automatic door opening
  • Flexible storage customization with Rackmatic adjustable upper basket
  • Convenient smartphone control and automation through Home Connect app
  • Lifetime protection from water leaks guaranteed by AquaStop safety system

What customers dislike about Bosch SMV6ECX93E?

  • Standard eco and automatic wash programs can take a long time to finish
  • Premium pricing makes it more expensive than competing entry-level brands
  • Top-mounted hidden display prevents viewing progress when door is closed
  • Home Connect wireless app occasionally loses sync or connection with devices
  • Internal basket spacing can feel restrictive for oversized plates or large bowls

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01/07/2021
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