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The Best Bosch Dishwashers of 2023

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Editor's Choice Product image of Bosch SHP78CM5N
Best Overall

Bosch SHP78CM5N

The Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N is a near-perfect dishwasher. It scrubbed out every stain we threw at it, in record time, and has great smart features. Read More

Pros

  • It cleans even stubborn stains completely
  • Fast cycle times
  • It dries dishes

Cons

  • Controls can be finicky
  • Some options only available on app
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ADA Compliant Pick

Bosch SGX78B55UC

This Bosch is one of the best dishwashers we've ever tested. It gets dishes clean and dry, quickly, and is ADA-compliant. Read More

Pros

  • Excellent cleaning power
  • Gets dishes dry
  • Tons of features

Cons

  • Minor issues with redeposit
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Bosch SHPM88Z75N

This high-end Bosch dishwasher can remove tough stains and get all of your dishes (including plasticware) completely dry. Read More

Pros

  • Dries plastics
  • Stellar stain removal
  • Quiet operation

Cons

  • Nothing significant that we could find
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Bosch SHPM65Z55N

This feature-filled Bosch dishwasher offers a quiet cleaning experience with a lot of adjustabilities to ensure dishes of all sizes can get clean. Read More

Pros

  • Quiet
  • Great cleaning ability
  • Gets dishes dry

Cons

  • None that we could find
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Bosch SHSM63W55N

This Bosch 300 Series with a third rack, foldable tines, an adjustable upper rack, and an optional water softener cleans effectively and dries well. Read More

Pros

  • Great cleaning performance
  • Drying feature that works
  • Third rack

Cons

  • Drying option extends cycle times

Bosch has built and maintained a great reputation for high-end performance and design as a refrigerator, cooktop, and dishwasher brand. Their German-engineered dishwashers come at a high price because they were some of the first to offer quiet operation.

Bosch’s modern models also boast resource-efficient dishwashing, great features, and a sleek look that can bring a sense of elegance to any kitchen. In real estate ads, the words "Bosch dishwasher" are often used as a point of pride and a selling point.

In our lab tests, we've found that Bosch models offer great cleaning performance, consistently ranking amongst our top-scoring dishwashers. After numerous tests and Bosch dishwasher reviews in the controlled environment of our labs, we've named the Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N (available at Best Buy for $1,299.99) the top Bosch dishwasher you can buy.

Editor's Note:
Due to supply chain challenges and soaring demand, there is widespread unavailability of home appliances and long wait times for delivery of backordered product. If you're a consumer in need of a dishwasher, here are the best places to buy in-stock appliances right now.
A person holding a clear wine glass outside the Bosch 800 Series dishwasher.
Credit: Reviewed / Jonathan Chan
Best Overall
Bosch SHP78CM5N
  • Dimensions: Dimensions: 23 9/16” x 23 3/4" x 33 7/8" (W x D x H)
  • Finishes: Stainless steel
  • Special features: PrecisionWash with PowerControl, stainless-steel wash tub, EasyGlide racks, CrystalDry with zeolite

The 800 Series SHP78CM5N is Bosch's brand-new dishwasher, and it's their best one yet.

The SHP78CM5N features a new Control Spray Arm design that uses a spinning spray arm array instead of the traditional design. This allows the dishwasher to get even better wash coverage than previous models in the 800 Series. You can also set up specific wash quadrants via the app to ensure you're saving your scrubbing power for the most stubborn stains.

This new design likely played a role in the SHP78CM5N getting some of the highest scores we've ever had on our washing tests. On top of that, this dishwasher is incredibly efficient at drying dishes as well, leveraging the power of zeolite to remove every drop of water from your dishes, even plastics.

On top of its excellent performance, the SHP78CM5N features Bosch's signature attention to design and engineering: This is a sturdy, easy to use appliance. From its clean exterior to its adjustable racks to its folding tines, this dishwasher is ready to accommodate almost anything.

If you're looking for the best of the best and have the budget for it, the Bosch SHP78CM5N is the dishwasher for you.

Read our full review of the Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N dishwasher

Pros

  • It cleans even stubborn stains completely

  • Fast cycle times

  • It dries dishes

Cons

  • Controls can be finicky

  • Some options only available on app

The Bosch SGX78B55UC dishwasher installed into a set of modern kitchen cabinets.
Credit: Bosch
ADA Compliant Pick
Bosch SGX78B55UC
  • Dimensions: 32.06" x 23.56" x 22.56" (H x W x D)
  • Finishes: Stainless steel
  • Special features: ADA compliant

Different models in the Bosch 800 series take the same (or similar) incredible performance and add or subtract features for a custom experience. For the Bosch 800 Series SGX78B55UC/13, the big draw is the inclusion of ADA accessibility features.

This Bosch can clean stains beautifully—not as well as our top pick, but even its quick cycle is better than the average normal cycle. It has an especially effective version of the CrystalDry we love so much, drying dishes perfectly, every time. It also has a lot of adjustability, from a moveable upper rack to tines in the lower rack to help you fit everything you need. In addition to its spatial considerations, it also boasts some smart features.

Perhaps most importantly, this model is ADA-compliant, offering enhanced accessibility features. It's a bit smaller physically, and it’s accessible from the front, with buttons that are easy to access and use one-handed, without requiring too much pressure to operate.

If you want Bosch performance plus accessibility, the SGX78B55UC/13 is one of our favorite third-rack dishwashers and a fantastic overall choice.

Read our full review of the Bosch 800 Series SGX78B55UC/13 dishwasher

Pros

  • Excellent cleaning power

  • Gets dishes dry

  • Tons of features

Cons

  • Minor issues with redeposit


Other Bosch Dishwashers We Tested

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Bosch SHPM88Z75N
  • Dimensions: 33.88" x 23.56" x 23.75" (H x W x D)
  • Finishes: Stainless steel
  • Special features: Stainless steel tub, extra dry option, sanitize option, CrystalDry technology, adjustable upper rack

We absolutely adore the Bosch 800 Series SHPM88Z75N (2019), enough that it’s taken the crown as our best dishwasher overall. It gets the job done quickly, quietly, and well.

The third rack is adjustable and comes with an unconventional indentation to accommodate small bowls and other things that wouldn’t normally fit. You can also adjust the height for extra space on the second or third rack, as needed.

In addition to using space efficiently, it’s also one of the quietest dishwashers we’ve ever tested, at just 40 dBA. It did a phenomenal job with even our toughest stains, like baked-on cheese and spinach, although it did have some light redeposit issues.

It’s just as thorough at drying as it is washing, thanks to its CrystalDry feature. Using zeolite crystals that heat up in contact with water, in addition to a heating element, the SHPM88Z75N got even the most meddlesome plastic Tupperware dry. This is a great Bosch dishwasher with strong performance and useful special features.

Read our full review of the Bosch 800 Series SHPM88Z75N dishwasher

Pros

  • Dries plastics

  • Stellar stain removal

  • Quiet operation

Cons

  • Nothing significant that we could find

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Bosch SHPM65Z55N
  • Dimensions: 33.88" x 23.56” x 23.75" (H x W x D)
  • Finishes: Stainless steel, black, white
  • Special features: Flexible third rack, EasyGlide rack system, adjustable tines and rack positions, quiet operation

Bosch’s 500 series offers a great compromise between performance and budget. You’re still paying Bosch prices, but some of the bells and whistles are toned down in exchange for a more affordable point of entry.

The Bosch 500 series SHPM65Z55N is a great bang-for-your-buck option.

You still get a quiet dishwasher (44 dBA), and plenty of adjustable space inside, from tines in all three racks to an adjustable-height middle rack. It’s not as fast as the 800 series, but it still cleans beautifully.

The Normal and Heavy cycles removed almost all stains, occasionally leaving just tiny bits of spinach and no redeposit. You don’t get CrystalDry, but the Auto Air function opens the dishwasher door automatically so that your clean dishes get a jump start on drying.

All in all, the Bosch 500 series SHPM65Z55N is a solid, middle-of-the-road Bosch dishwasher. It offers customization and strong cleaning, but skips some of the high-end features to save you a little money.

Read our full review of the Bosch 500 series SHPM65Z55N dishwasher

Pros

  • Quiet

  • Great cleaning ability

  • Gets dishes dry

Cons

  • None that we could find

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Bosch SHSM63W55N
  • Dimensions: 33.88" x 23.56" x 23.75"
  • Finishes: Stainless steel
  • Special features: AquaStop leak prevention, FlexSpace foldable tines, PrecisionWash, PureDry

The Bosch 300 Series continues the same pattern as the other models. The Bosch SHSM63W55N may not be as fancy as the higher-tier options, but it’s still a great dishwasher. It’s not quite as quiet, at around 44-46 dBA, but it’s still quiet. The third rack doesn’t fit quite as much, but you still get thoughtful use of space and an adjustable upper rack.

There are a lot of options in the 300 series, including the Bosch SHXM63WS5N, and the ones we tested did well. Both removed nearly 100 percent of the stains on the Heavy cycle, which is a rare and amazing feat.

On top of that, this dishwasher also has a third rack, foldable tines, an adjustable upper rack, solid drying, and an optional water softener.

Pros

  • Great cleaning performance

  • Drying feature that works

  • Third rack

Cons

  • Drying option extends cycle times

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Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY52N
  • Dimensions: 33 7/8” x 23 9/16” x 22 9/16” (H x W x D)
  • Finishes: Stainless steel
  • Special features: Utility rack

Bosch’s 100 series, like the Bosch SHEM3AY52N, represents their entry level, offering solid cleaning at a relatively affordable price.

As a hybrid model, the plastic bin of the SHEM3AY52N doesn’t do as great a job at obstructing sound. At 50 dBA, it's quieter than some of the competition, but a bit louder than other Bosch models. The stain removal power, especially on the Normal and Heavy cycles, is still admirable.

The dishwasher's control panel is basic, but offers several different wash and cycle options. This dishwasher doesn't have a true third rack, but does offer a small utility rack that sits atop the second rack. It’s large enough to fit ladles, short glassware, or more cutlery.

Bosch's 100 Series dishwashers make some of the best Bosch features available to those who couldn't afford them previously. Still, while it made the cut for our best affordable dishwashers, it isn’t our favorite. You may be better off looking at the 300 series if you want a Bosch.

Read our full review of the Bosch SHEM3AY52N dishwasher

Pros

  • Great cleaning performance

  • Great features

Cons

  • Too expensive for what it offers

  • Confusing controls

How We Tested Bosch Dishwashers

The Testers

Hello! We're Reviewed's appliance testing team, and we've spent many years testing major appliances in the lab and using them practically in our everyday lives.

This combination helps give us a good sense for which appliances have truly useful features, as opposed to features that just sound exciting. Our years of experience and data also gives us insight into how much performance you should expect for your money, helping us find great bargains. Bosch runs more expensive than other brands, but in our experience, typically gives you what you pay for.

The Tests

Testing dishwashers is a dirty job, and we're happy to do it. We assess each dishwasher on the three major parts of the dishwasher experience, including performance, features, and user experience.

To look at performance we test a dishwasher's ability to remove stains and combat redeposit. We also look at cycle time and drying. Read for more on how our lab team tests dishwashers in the Reviewed lab.


Why Do People Like Bosch Dishwashers?

Bosch occupies an enviable location in the dishwasher market—in the sweet spot for four different facets of a dishwasher: performance, noise, aesthetics, and price.

Performance

We're always impressed by how well Bosch's dishwashers clean our test dishes; almost every dishwasher on this list removed over 99% of stains on all three of the cycles we test: Quick, Normal, and Heavy.

While you may be thinking, "Well, obviously a dishwasher should be able to get my dishes 100% clean," it doesn’t always work that way, especially when it comes to the Quick cycle. We use the same dirty dishes for both the Quick and Normal cycle, and the Quick’s shorter cycle time means it doesn’t always get the job done.

We also know that since we deliberately bake food stains onto our dishes, they’re way harder to remove than most real-life food stains. We give our test dishwashers a "worst-case scenario" to see if they will rise to the occasion. For a brand to have multiple dishwashers that can remove over 99% of our food stains is no small feat.

Noise

Bosch was one of the first companies to really push the quiet dishwasher trend. This is especially helpful in open floor plan homes, where kitchen noise can flow straight into entertainment spaces like the living room or the dining room and overpower conversations.

The more expensive a Bosch-made dishwasher is, the quieter it is. The Bosch 800 series dishwasher we tested, with its stainless steel tub, has a sound rating of 39 dBA, which is similar to the average noise level in a library.

Aesthetics

Bosch prides itself on its streamlined but functional design. Most dishwashers offer pocket handles and top-mounted hidden controls so that, from the front, there's nothing to break up the clean lines of the dishwasher's stainless steel finish. Unsurprisingly, though, Bosch tends to favor function over form at lower price tiers, and front-mounted controls with handles become more prevalent.

Price

As you might expect, the price of a top-of-the-line dishwasher from Bosch is probably going to come in at four figures. At this price tier, you'll get great cleaning performance, quiet operation, neat extra features, and magazine-level design and finishes. However, if your budget is smaller, Bosch has a number of different options at a variety of price points.

Even better, we don't see a major performance drop off at lower price tiers. The Bosch 100 series dishwasher, while not our favorite affordable dishwasher, still removed more than 90% of our food stains on the Quick cycle and did even better on the Normal and Heavy cycles.

Yes, the 100 series is louder, has a front-mounted control panel, and has a matte stainless steel finish) instead of a metal one, but the essential Bosch flavor and performance level is still there. If you have a relatively healthy budget, you should be able to easily pick the Bosch model that fits your kitchen, floor plan, and demand for dish cleanliness.

Note: If the cost of the most affordable Bosch dishwasher models are still not in your price range, check out our list of the most affordable dishwashers.


What You Should Know Before Buying A Bosch Dishwasher

Where Are Bosch Dishwashers Made?

With the exception of some Benchmark models which are manufactured in Germany, Bosch dishwashers are made in the U.S.

How Long Does a Bosch Dishwasher Warranty Last?

Bosch’s dishwashers include a warranty to cover the entire appliance for a year, then a parts-only limited warranty covers the microprocessor or printed circuit board and the racks. They also offer a lifetime limited warranty for rust-through on the inner tub liner.

How Do You Reset A Bosch Dishwasher?

A common issue with Bosch dishwashers is that it can get stuck in a mode where the power button turns red and the dishwasher doesn't react to most commands. This primarily happens when a cycle has been interrupted, but can also occur when there's an actual issue.

If your Bosch dishwasher isn't responding, the first step is to firmly press the Start button, release it after a second or so, and then wait a few seconds to see if the cycle resumes. If it doesn't, you may need to actually reset the device.

Most modern Bosch dishwashers can be reset by holding the Start button for three to five seconds. Older models will require a combination of buttons that is specific to the model, but should be indicated on the machine and spelled out clearly in the instruction manual.


Meet the testers

Mark Brezinski

Mark Brezinski

Senior Writer

@markbrezinski

Mark Brezinski works on the Home Team, reviewing refrigerators, minifridges, dishwashers, washing machines, dryers, air conditioners, air purifiers, and fans.

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Michael Garrett Steele

Michael Garrett Steele

Contributor

@MGarrettSteele

Michael Garrett Steele has been writing and editing professionally since 2013, and has been a part of Reviewed since 2020. An MFA in music composition, Garrett has lent audio expertise to everyone from Independence Community College to Bethesda Softworks, informing reviews of audio equipment and services. Garrett also covers tech, drawing on experience working everywhere from IT helpdesks to enterprise architecture sales. Steele has also become a go-to reviewer for minor plumbing fixtures since covering bidets for Reviewed in early 2020.

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