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Avg. price:~£220Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:4 LWeight:7 kg

Bosch BGB6SIL1 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical Score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 59% of vacuum-cleaners
6.7

Technical Score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

28%

8.0

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

4.3

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▲Better than 55% of vacuum-cleaners
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Bosch BGB6SIL1 Serie 6 ProSilence is a corded, bagged canister vacuum cleaner featuring a 700-watt motor, a 4-liter dust bag capacity, and a washable HEPA 13 hygienic filter system ideal for allergy sufferers. Main characteristics include an extensive 12-meter operating radius powered by a 9.3-meter automatic rewinding cord, a matte finish with LED status lighting, and four 360-degree swivel wheels for seamless maneuverability. Its primary pros are a remarkably quiet 66 dB operating noise level, a 10-year engine warranty, and an ergonomic Remote Power Control handle that lets users adjust suction or toggle standby mode without bending down. However, notable cons include its total weight of 6.0 kg, the reliance on continuous battery power for the handle remote, a lack of manual power controls on the main canister unit, and the absence of integrated on-board accessory storage.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Bosch BGB6SIL1

Technical Score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components:

28%

8.0

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

4.3

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.7
Bosch BGB6SIL1 has a technical score of 6.7 points, which is higher than 54.5% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Bosch BGB6SIL1 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Bosch BGB6SIL1 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

7.5
Bosch BGB6SIL1 has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
hispin
Power consumption
700 W
Power consumption
700 W
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 700 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa 13
Filter class
hepa 13
▲ Better than 80% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 13, which is more advanced than the class used by 80.4% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 18% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
▼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
4 L
Capacity
4 L
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 4 L, which is larger than that of 89.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
▼ Worse than 72% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
7 kg
Weight
7 kg
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 7 kg, which is greater than the weight of 88.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
▼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Bosch BGB6SIL1 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    66-66 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (66-66 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    66-66 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2.8 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    9.3 m
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (9.3 m vs 6.5 m).
    9.3 m vs 6.5 m
  • 3 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    4 L
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (4 L vs 1 L).
    4 L vs 1 L
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    4
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    66-66 dB
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (66-66 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    66-66 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 2 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    4
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 40 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    300 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 260 mm).
    300 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2.8 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    9.3 m
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (9.3 m vs 6.5 m).
    9.3 m vs 6.5 m
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • 3 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    4 L
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (4 L vs 1 L).
    4 L vs 1 L
  • Includes full bin indicator
    Full bin indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a full bin indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 93.4% higher weight
    Weight
    7 kg
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 185 mm deeper body
    Depth
    450 mm
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (450 mm vs 265 mm).
    450 mm vs 265 mm
  • 35 mm wider body
    Width
    300 mm
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 46.7% more expensive
    Bosch BGB6SIL1 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£220 vs £150).
    £220 vs £150
  • 2.4% worse value for money
    Bosch BGB6SIL1 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.47 vs 7.6).
    7.47 vs 7.65
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 93.4% higher weight
    Weight
    7 kg
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 185 mm deeper body
    Depth
    450 mm
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (450 mm vs 265 mm).
    450 mm vs 265 mm
  • 35 mm wider body
    Width
    300 mm
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch BGB6SIL1?

  • Extremely low noise levels during operation (around 66 dB)
  • Convenient remote power control directly on the handle
  • Generous 12-metre operating radius with an extra-long cord
  • Effective HEPA and allergy hygienic filtration systems
  • Large 4-litre dust bag capacity requiring fewer changes
  • Smooth manoeuvrability and glider wheels

What customers dislike about Bosch BGB6SIL1?

  • Suction power can feel insufficient on heavy carpets for some users
  • The hose connection to the main unit can occasionally pull loose
  • The heavy handle and wand assembly can cause user fatigue
  • Bosch's pull-to-retract cord mechanism can be finicky or lose tension over time
  • Lack of standard smaller detailing brushes included in the onboard compartment

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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17/04/2022
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01/04/2026
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