Review of the Bosch SMS24AW01R dishwasher: a worthy representative of the mid-price segment

Are you looking for a home assistant so you don't have to wash dishes by hand and save water? Or does the old device need replacing? One of the options could be the Bosch SMS24AW01R dishwasher - the German manufacturer has created another convenient and functional model.

Let's figure out what is remarkable about a dishwasher from a German brand, what technologies are implemented on board the equipment, outline the pros and cons of the unit, and also compare the SMS24AW01R with its closest competitors.

Specifications and Benefits

The machine can accommodate up to 12 sets of dishes; this equipment is suitable for use in a large family. Its cleaning quality is excellent and it copes with complex stains.The design is designed for both large-sized dishes and fragile glass.

Dimensions and design features

The width and depth of the model are the same - 60 cm. The manufacturer indicates the height with the tabletop at 84.5 cm, without it - 81 cm. The width of the PMM is larger than the popular 50 cm machines, but other options predetermine the choice in its favor.

The dishwasher chamber can easily accommodate baking sheets, oven racks, pots - anything that is difficult to wash by hand

Main elements of the machine:

• durable and stable housing with numerous plugs and valves that reduce vibration and noise levels;
• compact, powerful, economical engine EcoSilence Drive;
• electronic control panel with symbolic display, located in the device door;
• a washing chamber with wave-shaped rockers that supply water;
• system of boxes for dishes;
• cuvette for detergent - the manufacturer recommends loading it only here;
• rinse aid cuvette - located next to the detergent compartment, water is supplied to it during the last stage of the selected program;
• filters;
• Ion exchanger with salt regeneration container is designed for excellent performance of detergents.

The convenient control panel of the machine allows you to set tasks for the machine: set a program, turn on/off additional options, adjust the timer. Information about user actions is displayed on the display.

The amount of salt and rinse aid is displayed on the control panel in the form of symbols, which is convenient for monitoring and correcting the amount

Users often wonder if they need dishwasher rinse aid, isn't regular water enough? This product is needed to dry dishes evenly and give them shine.

The amount of rinse aid loaded can be adjusted individually. If you notice white coating, drips on washed items or they have become dull, not enough product is loaded. If the dishes are “decorated” with rainbow stains after washing and are sticky, you need to reduce the amount of rinse aid.

A trial set of detergents comes with the machine. In the future, the manufacturer advises not to skimp on their quality and not to forget to take care of the PMM itself.

The dishwasher box system deserves special attention. They are designed to suit the customer's loading needs for different cutlery items. Telescopic guides help the boxes move easily and not tip over under maximum load.

System VarioFlex provides roundings on the grates for delicate washing, which prevent scratches.

Inverter motor plus powerful pumps

Engine EcoSilence Drive — the company’s own inverter development. Its advantages are high performance and long service life.

There are no brushes in its design, so the water supply system does not need to waste time and effort on friction. A compact, lightweight module combines a pump and an instantaneous water heater.

This motor uses patented Bosch technology: a permanent magnet and electronically controlled design that reduces energy costs by 30%

Pumps consume a minimum of water and energy, but provide increased water circulation. Their power is enough for 3 buckets per minute.

System ActiveWater operates on five levels: 2 below, 2 above plus 1 shower on the ceiling of the chamber. Water is supplied from the bottom up and hits the dishes more than 400 times during the washing process.

Multidirectional flows penetrate into the most secluded places of the internal compartment, which guarantees an excellent final result. In case of heavy soiling, the intensity of washing increases.

Heating and washing system

An instantaneous water heater is a heating element with a thermostat through which water flows. It heats up gradually, there are no temperature jumps. Additional heating is provided by a heat exchanger in the left wall of the dishwasher. It is involved in the process of washing and drying dishes.

During the pre-rinse stage, cold water enters the heat exchanger and the washing chamber. When the primary contaminants are soaked, the heating element is turned on and the dishes are washed with powder or tablets.

The chamber is heated to the selected temperature according to the program, and the heat exchanger begins to gain temperature from its wall.

The result is that the water in the heat exchangers warms up to a temperature only 10°C lower than in the chamber (65°C and 55°C, respectively). This water is used during the first rinse.

Fragile glassware will not be damaged: the heat exchanger will protect the glass from high temperatures, and the hardness regulator will eliminate scale and corrosion

A complex system protects dishes from sudden temperature changes. Subsequently, the empty heat exchanger is filled with new cold water, which is warmed up for the next warm rinse.

At the end of the latter, the heating element turns on and heats the water to a temperature 5°C higher than the main one (70°C). The dishes are warmed up and prepared for drying.

The diagram shows a smoother transition between hot and cold water, which saves the dishes from temperature shock (+)

The drying phase begins by removing all water from the chamber and pouring a new portion into the heat exchanger.Cold water cools the heated walls of the chamber - condensation forms and humidity decreases. The dishes are dried carefully, hygienically and without the use of external air.

Load sensor and delayed start

Load sensor. The machine is equipped with a sensitive sensor that determines the amount of loaded dishes and selects the optimal volume of water required for washing. If you make an incomplete load, do not worry about wasting water, the device will take as much as it needs.

Read about how to properly load dishes into the dishwasher hopper. this article.

Delayed start. PMM can start work without a user command. More precisely, the task is set earlier and completed later. You can program the machine for up to a day. The device will wash dishes when its owner is at work, or at night to consume electricity at a reduced rate.

Water hardness regulator

Hard water does not wash off grease well, which is why white streaks appear on dishes. Soft water washes away some of the calcium from ceramics and porcelain, which provokes glass corrosion. It manifests itself in microcracks on the surface of products.

To maintain balance, an automatic function has been added to the Bosch brand PMM. water hardness adjustments. The camera supports the above parameter 5 pH, and if necessary, add water.

You can safely load expensive glasses and fragile porcelain into the machine - they will be washed in the most delicate mode.

Hard water and a high level of alkali in the detergent lead to irreversible processes - glass corrosion. This model independently regulates both water hardness and the amount of detergent.

How is hardness adjusted? The design of the machine has a special ion exchanger.It consists of two parts: smolny and salt. The first contains resin - levatite, the second - regenerating salt, which is poured into the lower compartment of the washing chamber.

Tap water is passed through the resin and softened by exchanging calcium ions for sodium ions. Gradually, the resin loses its properties and becomes enriched with calcium ions. Helps her recover regenerating salt.

Additional options for ease of use

The set includes a special basket-grid for cutlery. It can be placed anywhere on the top or bottom tier of the camera. The set also includes two special guides for plates, which are installed in the lower box. And under the top box there are two shelves for cups.

Accessories can be purchased separately: a 2-meter extension for the inlet and drain hoses, and a basket for four tall glasses with a stem.

Detergent in the form of a powder or tablet is loaded into a special container, after which it snaps into place and opens while the program is running.

A few more useful options:

• time indicator — shows how many minutes are left until the end of the selected program;
• salt quantity sensors, rinse aid — allow you to set individual parameters for loading funds;
• filter with self-cleaning function — water is constantly supplied to it from the lower rocker and the unit is washed. It consists of three coarse and fine meshes.

System Rackmatic designed to adjust the space of the camera: you can change the height of even the top drawer, adjusting the capacity of the upper and lower compartments to suit you.

There is also a special ergonomic container in the upper compartment DosageAssist. It provides effective dissolution and economical consumption tablet detergents at every stage of work. Thanks to this device, the detergent arrives on time and in the required concentration.

Energy efficiency and machine safety

Energy efficiency class, washing and drying are the same - A. Average consumption parameters are 11.7 liters. The device consumes energy within 1 kW per hour, the range of average annual consumption fluctuates within 230 kW.

The length of the included network cable is 175 cm, the inlet hose is 140 cm, and the outlet hose is 190 cm.

This manufacturer's energy efficiency class informs the user not only about the amount of energy consumed, but also about the quality of the build

4 programs are available to the user:

• "eco 50 degrees" — provides maximum resource savings in the washing mode at 50°C, but this program is the longest, its duration is 210 minutes;
• normal — washes dishes at a temperature of 65°C, duration — 130 minutes;
• 1 hour — the temperature regime is similar to normal, but the washing process is accelerated to 60 minutes;
• pre-rinse — contaminants are washed off with cold water, the event takes only 15 minutes.

PMM is also equipped "3 in 1" system, thanks to which the device can recognize detergents. The level of cleanliness of the dishes will not depend on their quality, but bad SMS can cause harm to the device itself.

Bonus warranty from the manufacturer

It is provided for the entire service life of the device equipped with the system. AquaStop. What does it mean? The manufacturer, in addition to standard obligations to eliminate defects during the warranty, is ready to provide the buyer with additional options.

Bosch will compensate for damage in the following situations:

1. When, as a result of the operation of the PMM, the AquaStop system broke down, which caused damage to the consumer’s property. But here the manufacturer clarifies: the machine must be connected to the network at the time of the leak.
2. The duration of such a guarantee is equal to the service life of the device - 10 years.
3. The user receives service and compensation only if the equipment has been installed and connected in accordance with all official rules and recommendations.

The obligation also applies to the branded part, the AquaStop extension, if installed correctly.

The warranty is void if flooding occurs due to damaged hoses or fittings that are located upstream of the AquaStop connection to the water supply.

During a leak, the protection float rises and begins to press on the switch, blocking the flow of water. An error code E15 appears on the screen at this moment.

The company recommends that users do not worry or monitor the operation of the dishwasher while washing dishes, and also do not turn off the taps for safety. The latter makes sense to do if you are going on vacation for several weeks. More information about the rules for operating a Bosch dishwasher is written in this article.

Fly in the ointment - minor flaws

The model has many more advantages, but there are also disadvantages. One can only dream of quiet operation - the noise of the motor and the splash of water are no quieter than in other PMMs.

A level of 52 dB is defined as slightly above the comfortable range. Usually you can no longer hear it in the next room, but if the sound seems loud, it is better to run such equipment when the owners are away from home.

The noise level of dishwashers ranges from 37-65 dB.The model in question is a stand-alone model, so it has an average rating in its group. Yes, and you can only hear water, but not the engine running

And three more minuses. The chamber is not equipped with a backlight, only the bottom box is equipped with folding ribs, and there is no sprinkler on top, which requires careful placement of the dishes; you need to rely on the bottom.

Opinion of model users

One of the selection factors is often repairability of Bosch machines. There are about 200 authorized service centers of the manufacturer throughout Russia - branded services are available in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Another determining parameter is the size of 60 cm. If you have a place to place it, you shouldn’t skimp - a wide PMM holds more dishes and you have to turn them on less often.

Users note the practicality of additional functions: delayed start, rinse aid sensor, timer until the end of the wash.

Comparison with similar devices

Bosch SMS24AW01R, like any equipment, has competitors represented by models from competing brands. We suggest you familiarize yourself with the three closest ones, paying attention to their main differences compared to the dishwasher in question.

Competitor #1 - Hotpoint-Ariston HFC 3C26

Of similar models, the closest competitor is considered to be Hotpoint-Ariston HFC 3C26. Its cost is slightly higher, and the dimensions are identical to the model in question from Bosch - 60x60x85 cm.

Brief overview of technical characteristics:

• capacity - 14 sets;
• water consumption - 9.5 liters;
• noise level - 46 dB;
• number of programs - 7;
• type of drying - condensation;
• protection against leaks - yes.

This dishwasher is equipped with a display and child safety lock. Control type: electronic. The warranty is provided for only one year.

Competitor #2—Electrolux ESF 9552 LOW

The next full-size “colleague” is Electrolux ESF 9552 LOW. In terms of washing and drying class, they are the same as Bosch, but this model is more economical in energy consumption - energy saving corresponds to class A+. Also, its cost is a couple of thousand rubles higher.

Brief overview of technical characteristics:

• capacity - 13 sets;
• water consumption - 11 liters;
• noise level - 47 dB;
• number of programs - 6;
• drying type - condensation, there is an extra drying mode;
• protection against leaks - complete.

Additionally, this model provides the ability to delay the start from 1 to 24 hours, has a water purity sensor and a sound indication of the end of the cycle.

Competitor #3 - Indesit DFG 15B10

Among the same full-size machines and cheaper in price, we can highlight the Indesit DFG 15B10 EU. Its width is 60 cm, and the washing chamber can accommodate 13 sets.

Brief overview of technical characteristics:

• capacity - 13 sets;
• water consumption - 11 liters;
• noise level - 51 dB;
• number of programs - 5;
• type of drying - condensation;
• Leakage protection - partial (body only).

There are 5 programs: an intensive wash for heavily soiled dishes has been added to the standard set. The declared service life is 10 years, of which the manufacturer’s warranty applies only to the first year of operation.

Conclusions and best offers on the market

Taking the model apart leads to the conclusion that it is the best option if there is room for an extra 15 cm of width. The dimensions just give it a head start on other models: you can load large dishes and turn on the machine less often. Overall, it is an economical, innovative and functional device.

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