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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£430
  • Avg. price in US: ~$550
  • No. of place settings: 10
  • Energy efficiency class: E
  • Noise level: 44 dB
  • Overflow protection: yes
  • Height adjustable top basket: yes

Bosch SPV4HMX49E review. Compare 59 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dishwashers category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0

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%

7.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Excellent
7.7

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%

7.7

Performance

30.0%

8.6

Features

25.0%

6.8

Programmes

10.0%

7.5

Design

Very good
9.3

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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(33)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Exceptional
  • 6.4
    Efficient operation

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    25.0%

    8.3

    Water usage per cycle

    20.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

  • 6.7
    Quiet operation

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.4

    Noise level

    20.0%

    8.0

    Noise emission class

    15.0%

    6.0

    Energy efficiency class

    10.0%

    5.9

    Energy consumption per cycle

    10.0%

    2.8

    No. of place settings

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Verdict

The Bosch SPV4HMX49E Series 4 is a fully integrated, slimline 45 cm dishwasher built for compact kitchens, offering a 10 place settings capacity and operating at a quiet 44 dB noise level. Its standout advantages include flexible loading with a 3-level Rackmatic adjustable upper basket, a dedicated VarioDrawer third rack for cutlery, and convenient smart control via the Home Connect app, all while using 9.5 litres of water per standard Eco cycle. However, its main drawbacks are a lower energy efficiency rating of Class E and the lack of a half-load option.

Technical Specifications of dishwasher Bosch SPV4HMX49E

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%

7.7

Performance

30.0%

8.6

Features

25.0%

6.8

Programmes

10.0%

7.5

Design

7.7
Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a technical score of 7.73 points, which is lower than 51.3% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(33)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

9.3
Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 93.3% 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 SPV4HMX49E 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%

8.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.3

Price

8.1
Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 63.9% 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

E
Bosch SPV4HMX49E has energy efficiency class E, which is worse than that of 67.6% of dishwashers and equal to that of 26.5% 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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

0.755 kWh
Bosch SPV4HMX49E uses 0.755 kWh per cycle, which is higher than that of 51.9% of dishwashers and equal to that of 5% 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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

220 min
Bosch SPV4HMX49E completes its Eco wash in 220 min, which is shorter than that of 64.2% of dishwashers and equal to that of 4.3% 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 SPV4HMX49E 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

no
Bosch SPV4HMX49E does not have an automatic door-opening feature. This feature is present in 65.8% 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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

10
Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E has a digital display. This feature is present in 90.3% of dishwashers.
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Bosch SPV4HMX49E vs the average dishwasher

  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 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 SPV4HMX49E is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).1.75 m vs 1.5 m
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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.
    What it is: This attribute shows whether the dishwasher has Self-latching door.
    When it matters: This matters if you specifically want this feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).1.65 m vs 1.55 m
  • 15 min shorter Eco wash time
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E finishes the Eco wash sooner than the average dishwasher (220 min vs 235 min).
  • Has a self-cleaning filter system
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E supports Wi-Fi, while the average dishwasher does not support Wi-Fi. 44.1% of dishwashers support Wi-Fi.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E supports Bluetooth, while the average dishwasher does not support Bluetooth. 16.3% of dishwashers support Bluetooth.
  • Supports voice control
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E supports voice control, while the average dishwasher does not support voice control. 39.8% of dishwashers support voice control.
  • 15 cm narrower width
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E is narrower than the average dishwasher (44.8 cm vs 59.8 cm).
  • 0.25 m longer cable length
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a longer cable than the average dishwasher (1.8 m vs 1.5 m).
  • Has a self-latching door
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E has a longer supply hose than the average dishwasher (1.7 m vs 1.55 m).
  • 0.5 cm shorter height
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E is shorter than the average dishwasher (81.5 cm vs 82 cm).
  • 8.7 kg lighter weight
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E is lighter than the average dishwasher (30.4 kg vs 39.1 kg).
  • 1 cm shallower depth
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E is shallower than the average dishwasher (55 cm vs 56 cm).

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Programmes
Features
Design
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).
  • 0.01 kWh higher energy consumption per cycle
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E uses more energy per cycle than the average dishwasher (0.8 kWh vs 0.75 kWh).
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E takes longer to finish the quick wash than the average dishwasher (60 min vs 30 min).
  • Does not have a half-load option
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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.
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E does not have a child lock, while the average dishwasher has a child lock. 52.4% of dishwashers have a child lock.
  • Does not have an automatic door-opening feature
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
    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

    Bosch SPV4HMX49E does not have an automatic door-opening feature, while the average dishwasher has an automatic door-opening feature. 65.7% of dishwashers have an automatic door-opening feature.
  • Uses a different motor type
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E uses brushless, while the average dishwasher uses inverter.brushless vs inverter
  • 4 fewer place settings
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E holds fewer place settings than the average dishwasher (10 vs 14).10 vs 14
  • 30 min longer quick wash time
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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 half-load option
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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.
  • Does not have a delicate wash program
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E 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.
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E 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 SPV4HMX49E has a worse energy efficiency class than the average dishwasher (E vs D).E vs D
  • Does not have a cutlery basket
    Bosch SPV4HMX49E 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 SPV4HMX49E does not have a cutlery basket, while the average dishwasher has a cutlery basket. 58.4% of dishwashers have a cutlery basket.
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
33 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bosch SPV4HMX49E?

  • Whisper-quiet operation at 44 dB
  • Excellent cleaning performance even on stubborn stains
  • Space-saving 45cm slimline design ideal for smaller kitchens
  • VarioDrawer third rack provides flexible loading for cutlery and small utensils
  • Rackmatic height-adjustable upper basket accommodates larger items
  • Useful InfoLight projects a red dot on the floor to signal when a cycle is running
  • Smart connectivity via the Home Connect app for remote control and program downloads

What customers dislike about Bosch SPV4HMX49E?

  • Average drying performance, especially on plastic items
  • Higher price point compared to some competitors in the slimline category
  • Eco and standard cycles can have long wash durations
  • Occasional Wi-Fi connectivity drops with the smartphone app
  • Energy efficiency class is rated E under the newer EU standards

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