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Bosch SMU68M05AU review

Bosch SMU68M05AU

CHOICE Expert Rating

73%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent water efficiency
  • Auto wash program
  • Has half-load programe
  • Vario speed feature
  • Hygiene program
  • Relatively quiet
  • Has fold down tines
  • Cheap to run
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No delicate/glassware program

Type

Configuration
Conventional
Dishwasher type
Built-in

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
73%
Washing score
74%
Drying score
71%
Energy efficiency score
73%
Energy use (kWh)
1
Water use (L)
12
Noise level (dBA)
38
Program time (minutes)
125
Year tested
2023 or earlier

Energy and sustainability

Energy star rating
4
Claimed energy use (kWh/year)
245
Energy star program
Normal 45°C
Water star rating
4.5
Claimed water use (L)
12.8
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
Discontinued model

Specifications

Program tested
Auto 45-65°C
Place settings
15
Cutlery (Basket/Tray)
No/Yes
Colour
Stainless steel
Tap connection
Cold
Maximum hot water inlet temperature
Not stated
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
82 x 60 x 57
Water inlet pressure (kPa)
50 – 1000
Website
bosch-home.com.au

Cost

Price
$1,599.00
Running cost over 10 years
$1,553.00

Features

Child lock door
Child lock controls
Child lock dispenser
Not tested
Anti-flood hose
Delay start
Time remaining display
Height adjustable basket
Not tested
Easy-to-lift top basket
Fold-down plate racks
Fan assisted drying
Not tested
Salt dispenser
Internal light
Not tested
Auto-open door
Not tested
Eco or bio wash
Light or fast wash
Delicates
Pots or intensive wash
Not tested
Rinse only
Auto or sensor program
Half load
End of wash signal (audible/visual)
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