Bosch - Evolution 500 Series 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher - Black

I was very specific, after several months of research and reading consumer reviews, about the model I wanted. This dishwasher presents an opportunity to get creative with loading, as the racks can be reconfigured with sections that flip up to support glassware, or fold down, allowing space for small bowls. I could not have imagined a dishwasher so quiet, you can't even tell it's running! Works great and looks great too! Fits, perfectly, in the under counter space

After much research, yes reading the GOOD and the BAD, we bought this dishwasher. Visually we're not happy: our old dishwasher, a GE, filled the entire space. The Bosch has a 1/2" gap all around the opening. However, it is sealed with a gasket that encloses the space. The interior is smaller than most dishwashers we looked at but the ability to configure the interior is what sold us. With the exception of two short rows of tines in the top and bottom racks all others fold "FLAT". This has given us the ability to wash pots, pans, large or oddly shaped pieces easily. The size has not been an issue. When we have parties we generally wash more than one load of dishes and this is no different. It took some time and frustration to learn how to load the dishwasher. Referring to the manual, with it's loading diagrams, solved the problem.....should have done this first. Our dishes come out literally sparkling. The dishwasher is so quiet I have walked over to check and make sure it was running. Unless you're standing right in front of the dishwasher you cannot hear it. There have been comments about dishes coming out wet which we experienced at first. However, again after reading the manual and loading the dishes properly solved this problem. It's the tilt at which you place items that makes the difference. Comments have also been made about the long run times but in our research they're not much different than any other dishwasher. Also we run it when we go to bed so the running time is not an issue. It took a few tries at loading, as I mentioned read the manual it's a big help, and I can say we're happy to have made this purchase. NOTE: do not open the dishwasher to unload until the timer goes to 0 otherwise you will break the door seal and the dishes will not have dried properly. This could be another reason there have been comments about wet dishes.

Large improvement in cleanliness, sound level and amount of dishs the washer can hold over our 14 year old Kitchen Aid washer that it replaced. I'm glad we opted for the 500 series with the rack system. It easily accomodates all variations for dishes, large mugs and tuperware items that usually caused us loading problems with the old washer. You can hear the dishwasher depending on where it is in the cycle, however, the volume is very muted and does not interfere with any conversation in our open floor plan. We have not had any problems with having dry dishes at the end of the cycle. However, if you do have glass where water can pool on the bottom end, water will pool (this was the same with our old washer even with the heater coils). Overall the washer holds a significant more than our old washer and the flexibility of the racks allows for a lot of odd pieces. The toprack movers up also to allow for very tall trays. Great machine.

We bought this dishwasher after a lot of research. The interior is a little smaller then our old Kenmore, but once you get the hang of loading it, it's great. We especially like the utensil holders, they can be used together or split apart in put in different areas of the dishwasher. It does a fantastic job of cleaning. Could not be happier with that part. We've had no problem with the drying. It does not have a heated drying cycle like our old machine (which saves energy), we use Finish jet dry along with the detergent and it all comes out great. There is a holder just for the jet dry and it lasts 40 loads or so, an indicator is lit when you're running low. We start our dishwasher after dinner and then unload it in the morning, everything, including the plastic is perfectly dry. We were buying other stainless steel appliances at the same time, but not all the same brand so we liked that this dishwasher has two 'shades' of stainless steel on it...it goes with anything. We're happy with this purchase.

As I read elsewhere, there was a funky smell at first but noticed it goes away over time. So quiet we don't even know it's on. So far so good for cleaning dishes but haven't had it very long. Newer Bosch's like this have smaller interiors than other brands and their tines can make it difficult to fit everything in. They are very close together. We brought dishes and tested in the store to make sure our large plates fit. Since there's only 2 of us, this work ok for us but if you have a large family, this may be too small for you. Delivery and installation was on time and efficient.

The 'European', slanted rack fingers are frustrating to load. Seems like I am able to put far fewer items in the dishwasher than a conventional design. I kept the removable rack for tiny items from my old dishwasher and have to use it about once a week for items that would otherwise fall through. I wanted to wait on the release of the new model as it will have 'North American' racks, but no one could tell me when it was coming. It usually cleans well on Regular, but I still sometimes have to re-wash by hand certain items, like cups that are at the very back or front of the rack. There is a strong chemical smell when the dishwasher is opened after completing its cycle. I use the minimum amount of rinse agent and detergent to try to lessen this. The smell is so unpleasant that we only unload when not preparing food.

I have had this dishwasher for about 3 weeks. I can hear the dishwasher, but actually have to think about it to notice it. I can carry on a conversation and watch tv at normal levels! Couldn't do that with my old machine. Dishes come out clean and spotless. Has taken a bit to get accustomed to the layout, but I think anytime you change your racks that would be the case.

Overall, a good dishwasher, although I don't really appreciate the cost for the value. It's good looking, large capacity, and the interior design makes sense to me. The upper (third) rack is a nice option, but it just annoys me that my upper rack stuff (coffee mugs, wine glass bases) are filled with water at the end of the cycle, even using the "pro dry" setting, and JetDry. I had previously purchased a Bosch, which was completely annoying, and I returned for this one. I'm happier with this one, but it's still not perfect.