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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£530
  • Avg. price in US: ~$640
  • No. of place settings: 10
  • Energy efficiency class: ?
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SPS4EMI17E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

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%

9.2

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%

8.9

Performance

30.0%

9.5

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

6.6

Design

Excellent
9.2

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%

9.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 8.6
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    10

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    ?

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    2.8

    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%

    ?

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    10

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SPS4EMI17E is a slimline, 45 cm freestanding Serie 4 dishwasher designed for compact kitchens, featuring an anti-fingerprint brushed steel finish and a 10 place-setting capacity. Powered by a quiet EcoSilence Drive brushless motor, it operates at a low 44 dB noise level while delivering strong resource efficiency with a Class B energy rating, consuming 51 kWh per 100 cycles and just 8.7 litres of water per Eco cycle. Its main pros include an automated EfficientDry door-opening system that enhances drying, smart Home Connect Wi-Fi integration for phone or voice controls, and highly flexible loading options via VarioFlex baskets, a 3-stage Rackmatic adjustable top basket, and a dedicated VarioDrawer cutlery tray. On the downside, its premium engineering makes it more expensive than many compact competitors, and the learning curve of adapting to a top cutlery drawer instead of a traditional basket can be a minor inconvenience for some users.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SPS4EMI17E

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%

8.9

Performance

30.0%

9.5

Features

25.0%

7.1

Programmes

10.0%

6.6

Design

8.4
Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a technical score of 8.42 points, which is higher than 78.1% 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%

9.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
(7)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.2
Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a user score of 9.24 points, which is higher than 93% 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.
8.4
Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 63.3% 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%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

7.7

Price

8.3
Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 77.9% 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

?
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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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

0.512 kWh
Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses 0.512 kWh per cycle, which is lower than that of 95.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 0.9% 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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

235 min
Bosch SPS4EMI17E completes its Eco wash in 235 min, which is shorter than that of 45.7% of dishwashers and equal to that of 6.5% 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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

freestanding
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

10
Bosch SPS4EMI17E holds 10 place settings, which is fewer than that of 82.4% of dishwashers and equal to that of 9.3% 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SPS4EMI17E vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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.
  • 0.24 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).0.512 kWh vs 0.75 kWh
  • 0.8 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (8.7 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 SPS4EMI17E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (8.7 L vs 9.5 L).8.7 L vs 9.5 L
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 746 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (1914 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 SPS4EMI17E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (1914 L/year vs 2660 L/year).1914 L/year vs 2660 L/year
  • 14.8 cm narrower width
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).
    What it is: This attribute refers to Width.
    When it matters: This matters if you want to compare Width across dishwashers.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).45 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • 0.24 kWh lower energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses less energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.5 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 0.8 L lower water usage per cycle
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses less water per cycle than the average dishwasher (8.7 L vs 9.5 L).
  • 746 L/year lower annual water consumption
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses less water annually than the average dishwasher (1914 L/year vs 2660 L/year).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 14.8 cm narrower width
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is narrower than the average dishwasher (45 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • 0.1 m longer supply hose length
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).

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Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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.
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 2.5 kg heavier weight
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is heavier than the average dishwasher (41.6 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 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 SPS4EMI17E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).10 vs 14
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E 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.
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E 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 SPS4EMI17E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
  • 4 cm deeper depth
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 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 SPS4EMI17E is deeper than the average dishwasher (60 cm vs 56 cm).60 cm vs 56 cm
  • 2.5 cm taller height
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 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 SPS4EMI17E is taller than the average dishwasher (84.5 cm vs 82 cm).84.5 cm vs 82 cm
  • 26.2% more expensive
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£530 vs £420).
    Bosch SPS4EMI17E is more expensive than the average dishwasher (£530 vs £420).£530 vs £420
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.8
7 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SPS4EMI17E?

  • Whisper-quiet operation at 44 dB
  • Excellent cleaning and washing performance
  • EfficientDry feature automatically opens the door to improve drying
  • VarioDrawer cutlery tray maximizes interior loading space
  • Convenient smart control via the Home Connect app
  • High energy and water efficiency
  • Ideal space-saving 45cm slimline design for compact kitchens

What customers dislike about Bosch SPS4EMI17E?

  • Standard auto or eco cycles can take a long time to finish
  • Plastic dishes do not always dry perfectly without extra dry settings
  • Initial washes can emit a slight plastic odor from the inner tub base
  • The extensive list of app features and menu choices can be overwhelming for some users
  • Connecting to iOS software apps can sometimes be difficult or unstable

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