Deciding on whether to buy a product like BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher or perhaps KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher vs KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher

BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher specs

BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher
 KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher specs

KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher
Type: Full-size integrated dishwasher

Type: Full-size fully integrated dishwasher

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 2 years

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 1 year

PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS

Number of programs: 8

Number of programs: 9

Number of wash temperatures: 5

Number of wash temperatures: 6

Programs: – Auto 45-65 °C
– Eco 50 °C
– Intensive 70 °C
– Silence 50

Programs: – Auto Delicate 30°C – 50°C
– Auto Intensive 60°C – 70°C
– Auto Normal 50°C – 60°C
– Eco
– Extra Hygiene 70°C
– Hygiene 60°C
– Prewash
– Quick 30 min 40°C
– Super 55 min 60°C

Quick wash time: 60 minutes

Quick wash time: 30 minutes

Eco wash time: 195 minutes

Eco wash time: 162 minutes

Time remaining indicator: Yes

Time remaining indicator: Yes

Delay timer: Yes, 24 hours

Delay timer: Yes, 19 hours

FEATURES

FEATURES

Height-adjustable top basket – while loaded: Yes

Height-adjustable top basket – unloaded only: Yes

Third rack: Yes

Cutlery basket / cutlery tray: Yes

Cutlery basket / cutlery tray: Yes

Adjustable water softener: Yes

Adjustable racking: Yes

Adjustable racking: Yes

Adjustable glass holder: Yes

Interior material: Stainless steel

Adjustable prongs: Yes

Overflow protection: Yes

Interior material: Stainless steel

Additional features: Foldable racks on upper basket x 2

Child lock: Yes

DISPLAY
Overflow protection: Yes

Additional features: – 2 foldable cup shelves in top basket / 2 foldable cup racks in bottom basket
– 2 foldable plate racks in top basket
– 3 stage Rackmatic height-adjustable top basket
– 4 foldable plate racks in bottom basket / 2 foldable cup racks in bottom basket
– Acoustic end of cycle indicator
– ActiveWater hydraulic water system
– AquaMix glass protection system
– AquaSensor III
– AquaStop anti flood device
– Automatic detergent detection
– Curved spray arms
– DoorOpen Assist
– DosageAssist detergent dispenser
– EcoSilence BLDC drive
– Heat exchanger
– Load Sensor
– Push button top edge controls
– TimeLight – White light projection on floor
– VarioDrawer – loading of cutlery on 3rd level
– VarioFlex basket system
– Water inlet indicator

Digital display: LED indicators

DISPLAY

Rinse aid indicator: Yes

Salt indicator: Yes

Digital display: LED screen

PERFORMANCE
Rinse aid indicator: Yes

Salt indicator: Yes

Wash efficiency rating: A

PERFORMANCE

Energy efficiency rating: A++

Place settings: 12

Wash efficiency rating: A

Annual energy consumption: 258 kWh

Energy efficiency rating: A+

Annual water consumption: 2520 litres

Place settings: 14

Energy consumption per cycle: 0.9 kWh

Annual energy consumption: 299 kWh

Water consumption per cycle: 9 litres

Annual water consumption: 2660 litres

Drying efficiency rating: A

Energy consumption per cycle: 1.05 kWh

Noise level: 49 dB(A)

Water consumption per cycle: 9.5 litres

Power consumption in off-mode: 0.5 W

Drying efficiency rating: A

Power consumption in standby: 1 W

Noise level: 39 dB(A)

GENERAL
Power consumption in off-mode: 0.5 kWh

Price: £610

Price: £240

Number of Reviews: 76

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.3 / 10

Review Score: 8.9 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher or KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 186 products in the same category as BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher, which is the Dishwashers category. Of these 186 products the average price was £422.18, the most expensive was £1099 and the cheapest was just £169. We then looked at the price of the 186 in the same as the KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher, which of course the average was £422.18, top price was £1099 and cheapest £169.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Bosch and Kenwood, the average was £515.66 for Bosch, £323.99 for Kenwood. The max for each was £1715/£949 and minimum was £54.99/£14.99

Price analysis of BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher

Price analysis of KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher

  • BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher
  • 81.5 x 59.8 x 55 cm (H x W x D)
  • Ideal for medium-sized households (14 place settings)
  • Energy rating: A+
  • Quick wash: 60 minutes
  • Ideal for open plan living
  • Top features: – The ExtraDry function is perfect for difficult-to-dry loads – SuperSilence Plus provides whisper quiet operation – Glass 40¬∞C programme to protect delicate glasses – The VarioFlex basket and drawers give users added flexibility when loading – TimeLight technology gives you an indication of how long your cycle has left ExtraDry functionWith the convenient ExtraDry function you can say goodbye to finishing the job with a tea towel. Even difficult-to-dry loads will come out dry and ready to use.SuperSilence PlusSuperSilence Plus ensures that the dishwasher runs at a whisper quiet 39dB. Ideal if you have sleeping children or you want to watch a film while the dishes wash.Glass 40¬∞CDelivering a gentle wash to remove stains and marks whilst taking care of delicate items, the Glass 40¬∞C programme is perfect for cleaning your finest glassware.VarioFlex basketThe Bosch SMV68MD01G Integrated Dishwasher was designed with flexibility in mind. Featuring VarioFlex baskets and drawers, you can adjust the drawers to load larger pots and dishes with ease. Perfect for family households with lots of washing up.TimeLightEasily see when a load will be complete thanks to TimeLight which projects the remaining cycle time onto the floor.
  • Product codes: 4242005041541
  • KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher
  • 82 x 59.8 x 55 cm (H x W x D)
  • Ideal for smaller households (12 place settings)
  • Energy rating: A++
  • Quick wash: 30 minutes
  • Low water usage: 9 litres
  • Top features:- Energy efficient build doesn’t waste energy – Convenient features let you set the dishwasher to your schedule – Adapts to your dishes with nine programmes to choose form – Auto smart washes change water temperatures to match your needs Energy efficientThe Kenwood KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher has been given an A++ energy rating for its ability to get everything washed to a high standard whilst being efficient. You get to do your bit for the environment, without sacrificing performance.ConvenientDesigned for convenience, you can set a delay timer of up to 19 hours. This means you can load it before bed, and set it to finish just in time for breakfast. To make maintaining the Kenwood KID60S18 Dishwasher simpler, there are indicator lights to let you know when the salt or rinse aid need topping up.Adapts to your dishesYou can choose from nine different programmes to suit the load you have. If you’re getting close to dinner and don’t have enough plates, a high temperature wash can be knocked out in under an hour. When your dishes need some extra care, the hygiene programme focuses on killing off bacteria.Auto smart washesSensors pick up on how heavily soiled the dishes are, and the Kenwood KID60S18 adjusts the time and temperature accordingly. Lighter loads will use less energy, while the dirtiest dishes get extra attention.
  • Product codes: 5017416769914

What’s better BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher or KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher?

There are obviously a number of differences between BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher and KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £610 cost of BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher is closer to the expectation you had than the £240 pricep point of KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher and KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher scores 9.3 out of 10 from 76 reviews. Whereas KENWOOD KID60S18 Full-size Fully Integrated Dishwasher scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Dishwashers as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



BOSCH Serie 6 SMV68MD01G Full-size Integrated Dishwasher



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