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Bosch SMS40E08AU review

Bosch SMS40E08AU

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Highest brand reliability
  • Very good drying performance
  • Has auto or sensor program
  • Has child lock door
  • Has foldable plate racks
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No audible or visual end of wash signal
  • No child lock controls
  • No easy-lift top basket
  • No half load option
  • No removable tines
  • No rinse only program
  • No time remaining display
  • Relatively noisy

Type

Configuration
Conventional
Dishwasher type
Freestanding with worktop

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Washing score
78%
Drying score
83%
Energy efficiency score
72%
Energy use (kWh)
1.01
Water use (L)
12
Noise level (dBA)
51
Program time (minutes)
126
Year tested
2023 or earlier

Energy and sustainability

Energy star rating
3
Claimed energy use (kWh/year)
268
Energy star program
Eco 45°C
Water star rating
3.5
Claimed water use (L)
13.5
Reliability score
90%
Satisfaction score
90%
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
Turkey
Shop Ethical rating
C

Similar models

Similar models
SMU50E75AU
Differences
Different colours and configuration, built-in models will have differing noise

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Specifications

Program tested
Auto 45-65°C
Place settings
13
Cutlery (Basket/Tray)
Yes/No
Colour
Stainless steel
Tap connection
Cold
Maximum hot water inlet temperature
0°C
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
85 x 60 x 60
Water inlet pressure (kPa)
50 – 1000
Website
bosch-home.com.au

Cost

Price
$999.00
Running cost over 10 years
$1,566.00

Features

Child lock door
Child lock controls
Child lock dispenser
Anti-flood hose
Delay start
Time remaining display
Height adjustable basket
Easy-to-lift top basket
Fold-down plate racks
Fan assisted drying
Salt dispenser
Internal light
Auto-open door
Eco or bio wash
Light or fast wash
Delicates
Pots or intensive wash
Rinse only
Auto or sensor program
Half load
End of wash signal (audible/visual)
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