Dishwashers

Bosch SMT8ZC801A review

Bosch SMT8ZC801A

CHOICE Expert Rating

78%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent drying performance
  • Has auto or sensor program
  • Has child lock door
  • Has foldable plate racks
  • Has salt dispenser
  • Highest brand reliability
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Very expensive to run
  • Long cycle time
  • No child lock controls
  • No half load option
  • No time remaining display

Type

Configuration
Conventional
Dishwasher type
Fully integrated

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
78%
Washing score
74%
Drying score
92%
Energy efficiency score
73%
Energy use (kWh)
0.99
Water use (L)
14
Noise level (dBA)
45
Program time (minutes)
146
Year tested
2024

Energy and sustainability

Energy star rating
4.5
Claimed energy use (kWh/year)
206
Energy star program
Eco Wash
Water star rating
5
Claimed water use (L)
12.2
Reliability score
90%
Satisfaction score
90%
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
Germany
Shop Ethical rating
C

Similar models

Similar models
None
Differences
N/A

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Program tested
Auto wash
Place settings
15
Cutlery (Basket/Tray)
Yes/Yes
Colour
Stainless steel
Tap connection
Hot or Cold
Maximum hot water inlet temperature
60°C
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
82 x 60 x 55
Water inlet pressure (kPa)
50 – 1000
Website
bosch-home.com.au

Cost

Price
$2,699.00
Running cost over 10 years
$1,548.00

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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