No, it's supposedly quieter and easier to pedal unassisted - similar to the current Active Line Plus with the full-size front ring.
Another point in favour of the Bosch motor is its popularity means there are more service locations, although still not many.
I'm fortunate in having a shop with Bosch diagnostic equipment near me in Durham City.
The owner reckons the next nearest is either 100 miles up the road in Edinburgh, or 70 miles down the road in York.
I've no reason to doubt that.
There are lots more shops that sell Bosch motor ebikes, but that's not the same thing.