Bosch dishwashers 2026: freestanding and built-in models, all series
Bosch is one of the leading specialists in dishwashers, with AquaStop invented at BSH and a tub guaranteed for 10 years against corrosion. We sell fifteen of them, freestanding and built-in. Here is how they really differ: drying, noise, number of place settings and installation.
- 15 models : 7 freestanding, 8 built-in (60 cm)
- From 12 to 14 place settings, energy class E to A, 39 to 48 dB
- AquaStop on all of them, tub guaranteed for 10 years (registration)
- Drying PerfectDry with zeolite drying on the SMV6ZCX03E
The Bosch dishwasher: what you need to know
The dishwasher is a Bosch speciality: it was at BSH that theAquaStop AquaStop was born in 1985, and drying with zeolite appeared in 2008. All the models we sell have AquaStop listed on their product page, and Bosch guarantees their tub for 10 years against corrosion after registration. What really sets them apart is:
- Drying : simple residual heat on the Series 2 (with the Extra Drying option), EfficientDry (the door opens slightly at the end of the cycle) or PerfectDry (zeolite) on the Series 6.
- Noise : from 48 dB on entry-level models down to 39 dB on the best model.
- Energy class : from E to A. The Eco programme of the SMS6ECC12E uses 54 kWh per 100 cycles, versus 92 kWh for an SMS25AW10F.
- Installation : freestanding, integrable with visible fascia or fully integrated.
Freestanding dishwashers
Series 2: the essentials, often connected
- SMS25AW10F (white) and SMS26AI01F (stainless steel, fingerprint-proof): 12 place settings, class E, 48 dB, 9.5 litres per Eco cycle. 669,99 € and 729,99 €. No Home Connect.
- SMS2HTW03F, SMS2HTW02E (white) and SMS2HTI02E (stainless steel): 13 place settings, class D, 46 dB, 9 litres, Home Connect, Extra Drying option, Silence on demand. 649,99 €, 749,98 € and 799,99 €.
- SMS2HVI02E (stainless steel): 14 place settings, class D, 46 dB, cutlery drawer, Home Connect. 859,99 €.
Series 6: the top-of-the-range freestanding model
- SMS6ECC12E (brushed black stainless steel, fingerprint-proof): 14 place settings, class A, 42 dB (41 dB on silent programme), drying EfficientDry, Max Flex racks, Extra Clean Zone, Home Connect. 1 239,99 €.
Built-in dishwashers
Fully integrated (SMV): invisible behind the cabinet door
- SMV26AX01F and SMV2ITX18E, Series 2: 12 place settings, class E, 48 dB, InfoLight (light spot on the floor during the cycle). The SMV2ITX18E adds Home Connect. 699,99 € each.
- SMV2HTX02E, Series 2: 13 place settings, class D, 46 dB, Home Connect, InfoLight. 799,99 €.
- SMV4HVX14E, Series 4: 14 place settings, class C, 46 dB, drawer and VarioFlex racks, Home Connect. 899,99 €.
- SMV6ZCX03E, Series 6: 14 place settings, class C, 39 dB (38 dB on silent programme), drying PerfectDry with zeolite, intelligent programme, TimeLight (remaining time projected on the floor), Home Connect. 1 239,99 €.
Integrated with fascia (SMI)
- SMI2HTS02E (brushed steel), Series 2: 13 place settings, class D, 46 dB, Home Connect. 779,99 €.
- SMI2HTB06E (black fascia), Series 2: 13 place settings, class C, 46 dB, Express 65 °C programme. 779,99 €.
- SMI4HCB07E (black fascia), Series 4: 14 place settings, class C, 42 dB, Flex racks, Silence Plus, Home Connect. 969,99 €.
The full comparison table
| Model | Series | Installation | Place settings | Class | Noise | Drying | Home Connect | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMS2HTW03F | 2 | Freestanding | 13 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 649,99 € |
| SMS25AW10F | 2 | Freestanding | 12 | E | 48 dB | Standard | No | 669,99 € |
| SMS26AI01F | 2 | Freestanding | 12 | E | 48 dB | Extra Drying | No | 729,99 € |
| SMS2HTW02E | 2 | Freestanding | 13 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 749,98 € |
| SMS2HTI02E | 2 | Freestanding | 13 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 799,99 € |
| SMS2HVI02E | 2 | Freestanding | 14 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 859,99 € |
| SMS6ECC12E | 6 | Freestanding | 14 | A | 42 dB | EfficientDry | Yes | 1 239,99 € |
| SMV26AX01F | 2 | Fully integrated | 12 | E | 48 dB | Extra Drying | No | 699,99 € |
| SMV2ITX18E | 2 | Fully integrated | 12 | E | 48 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 699,99 € |
| SMV2HTX02E | 2 | Fully integrated | 13 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 799,99 € |
| SMV4HVX14E | 4 | Fully integrated | 14 | C | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 899,99 € |
| SMV6ZCX03E | 6 | Fully integrated | 14 | C | 39 dB | PerfectDry (zeolite) | Yes | 1 239,99 € |
| SMI2HTS02E | 2 | Fully integrated | 13 | D | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 779,99 € |
| SMI2HTB06E | 2 | Fully integrated | 13 | C | 46 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 779,99 € |
| SMI4HCB07E | 4 | Fully integrated | 14 | C | 42 dB | Extra Drying | Yes | 969,99 € |
Data from Bosch's official technical sheets. Public prices checked on nimestore.com on 15 October 2026: the product page prevails, and Nimesclub members often get a reduced price. All are 60 cm wide; freestanding 84.5 cm high, built-in 81.5 cm.
Decoding a Bosch dishwasher model number
Let's take SMV6ZCX03E :
- S = dishwasher.
- M = 60 cm wide (P = 45 cm, B = 60 cm full height).
- V = installation: S = freestanding, I = integrated with fascia, V = fully integrated, U = under-counter (H, D, T = fully integrated variants with Vario Hinge or Open Assist opening).
- 6 = the series (2, 4, 6 or 8).
- Z = drying: I = clean heat, H = heat exchanger, E = EfficientDry, Z = PerfectDry, Y = PerfectDry + EfficientDry.
- The following letters and numbers indicate the finish and version (W = white, I = stainless steel, X = fully integrated).
Older French references (SMS25AW10F, SMS26AI01F, SMV26AX01F) follow a different pattern: the product sheet remains the reference.
Pitfalls to avoid
- Assuming that ‘intégrable' means ‘invisible' : an SMI keeps a visible control panel; only the SMV disappears behind the cabinet door.
- Forgetting the door panel : a fully integrated model is delivered without a door panel. You need one matching your kitchen, and you should check that its height suits the standard hinge.
- Overlooking noise in an open-plan kitchen : a 6 dB difference (48 versus 42) is perceived as a markedly louder noise.
- Judging drying performance on plastics : without EfficientDry or zeolite, plastic containers come out damp in every dishwasher. That is normal.
- Forgetting to register : the 10-year tub warranty requires you to register the appliance.
Getting the most out of your dishwasher day to day
A good dishwasher used badly cleans less well than a simple model used properly. Here are the habits that make the difference, whatever your Bosch.
- Don't pre-rinse under the tap : simply scrape food waste into the bin. Pre-rinsing under running water often uses more water than a full Eco cycle, and modern detergents need a little soil to work properly.
- Accept the length of the Eco 50 °C programme : it takes longer because it heats less and lets dishes soak for longer. It is the most economical programme, and the one used to measure the energy rating.
- Load properly : plates on the bottom rack, facing the centre; glasses and cups on the top rack; cutlery in the drawer or basket, without packing it tightly. Check that no large dish blocks the rotation of the spray arms.
- Set the water hardness as soon as you install it. In Belgium the water is often hard: a setting that is too low leaves white marks on glasses, while one that is too high wastes salt for nothing.
- Take advantage of the delayed start, if your model offers it, to run the machine overnight when your electricity tariff is cheaper.
- Leave the door ajar at the end of the cycle on models without automatic door opening: steam escapes and the dishes dry better.
Still unsure about size? Allow roughly one cycle a day for a family of four with a 13-place-setting model. If you run the machine half-empty every other day, a more compact model or a half-load programme may be enough. Our expert sales adviser will happily help you work it out.
For freestanding, the SMS2HTW03F at 649,99 € is the best starting point: 13 place settings, class D and Home Connect, for less than the class E models. For built-in, if you can, go up to the SMV6ZCX03E : 39 dB and zeolite drying make all the difference in an open-plan kitchen.
Bosch dishwashers in store
Dishwasher BOSCH SMS25AW10F€669.00
Dishwasher BOSCH SMS2HTW03F€599.00
Dishwasher BOSCH SMS2HVI02E€859.00
Bosch SMS6ECC12E Dishwasher€1,239.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMV26AX01F€699.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMV2ITX18E€699.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMV2HTX02E€799.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMV4HVX14E€899.00
Fully integrated dishwasher BOSCH SMV6ZCX03E€1,239.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMI2HTS02E€779.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMI2HTB06E€779.00
Built-in dishwasher BOSCH SMI4HCB07E€969.00Also worth reading
- Bosch technologies : PerfectDry, EfficientDry, AquaStop, InfoLight.
- Maintaining your Bosch dishwasher : filter, salt, error codes E15 and E24.
- Siemens dishwashers, the twin brand of Bosch.
- Our departments: freestanding dishwashers and built-in dishwashers.
Frequently asked questions
Fully integrated or integrated, what's the difference?
A fully integrated model (SMV) disappears completely behind the cabinet door: the controls are on the edge. An integrated model (SMI) keeps a visible control panel along the top of the door. The freestanding model (SMS) has its own casing and can also slot under a worktop.
Is the drying of a Bosch Series 2 good enough?
For porcelain and glassware, yes, especially with the Extra Dry option. Plastics often stay damp: this is where EfficientDry (door that opens) or PerfectDry with zeolite makes a real difference.
Is a 46 dB dishwasher noisy?
Not for a closed kitchen. In a kitchen open to the living room, aim for 42 dB or less: the SMV6ZCX03E drops to 39 dB, the SMS6ECC12E and SMI4HCB07E to 42 dB.
Do Bosch dishwashers have AquaStop?
Yes, the official specifications of the fifteen models we sell list AquaStop: a leak protection that Bosch guarantees against water damage for the entire life of the appliance, subject to its terms.
What niche height is needed for a built-in Bosch dishwasher?
Our SMV and SMI models measure 81,5 cm and fit a standard niche of roughly 81,5 to 87,5 cm (adjustable feet). For a niche of 86,5 cm or more, there are tall SBV models, which we do not currently sell.
Come and see the appliances in person
At our Temploux shop, we open the doors and compare drums and finishes. Or ask our expert sales adviser online, right now.
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