For those of you wondering. I did a little research, and found that all Bosch Dishwashers use the same pumps, motors, and most sensors. So, the overall long term reliability from the cheapest 100 series up to the high end models is virtually identical. The only main difference is the options/bells and whistles.

We have a 300 series and a nice feature is that there is actually a pan built into the bottom of the dishwasher that collects any leaks or overflow and pumps it out and won't run the unit until the pan is drained. That feature may be in others, but I haven't seen it before.

Very informative video- thanks Ben. Great to hear the differences between each model in a systematic and organized way.

I really appreciate this video, very detailed and organized information. Thank you!!

An excellent presentation and great information. It helped me clarify the Bosch model I'm going to buy. Many thanks!

Exactly the information I needed to make my decision. Excellent presentation. Thank you!

Very well done review of the feature differences. Thank you!

I have an 800 series in the black stainless. You forgot to mention that finish is smudge resistant (and downright gorgeous). The crystal dry works pretty good, doesnt eliminate any standing puddles of water like on cup bottoms but neither does most drying systems.

What a great presentation! Thank you very much!

Got the 800 series. Super quiet, can't hear it running. Washes and dries fantastically.

Great video, extremely helpful. Great job!

great video...thank you for explaining the differances - very helpful

Thanks for a very informative video! Well done!

Most models that have the hidden controls in the door also have a red light that shines down on the floor so you can tell it’s still running.

Very informative - thank you!

We knew they made good appliances, but were typically out of budget. A couple years ago, our previous dishwasher croaked, and walking into the local Lowe's, they had a Bosch 300 with a dent on the front for a price I couldn't say no to. It's been an awesome dishwasher ever since. Can hardly tell it's running, just have to make sure the rubber seal is clean now and then, but I'll happily invest in another hopefully years from now.

I have the Silence 50, bought it last November. Have to say it cleans very well and is very quiet but does not hold nearly as many dishes as my 23 yr old Maytag that it replaced. Both racks have way too many prongs sticking up to hold anything other than plates. It's very hard to load most any shape of bowl into because they are so close together. The top shelf has the same problem with too many progs and the bottom is angled in several different directions so glasses and cups either tip over or you have to space things further apart than normal because of (guess what?) the prongs are so close together glasses don't fit easily over them. Back to the bottom, the utensil caddies. They are very shallow making it difficult for taller or top heavy utensils to stand up in, they just fall out. I actually have to use the flip down cover on one of them to put regular utensils in thru the holes. This means I wind up having to hand wash more dishes than I used to because I can't fit as much in this Bosch. It's as if the designer made it to fit their dishes and no one elses. Also the bottom rack is not on a track of any kind, just sits on a shelf and pulls all the way off of it and you have to put it back on. Weird. Cleans great, not nearly as functional as I think it should be.

Thank you for your help!

Very helpful. Thank you.

Very professional. Thxs.

Great video, super helpful

Aweseom wesome video super informative thank you!

I had to go with the 500 or above. I chose the 500 because of the gliding racks. You get something heavy on one and you need that glide. Also, the 500 had more reviews and seemed the 800 had more complaints. Thanks!!

Thanks. Super helpful.

very informative and detailed. thank you! :)

Great review!

Exactly what I needed and more for Bosch research Thank you

If my dishes come out as sparkly as this guy's personality, I'd be thrilled! Thanks for this video; I'm in the market and have wanted a Bosch for years. The info. will help me determine what I want - 300 or 500 series. It will come down to price!

Thank you!

Well done! Made everything perfectly clear!

What I hate is the big box folks doing the "exclusive model" BS at their locations where you can't compare it to other BB competition.

Ben -- I can't thank you enough for providing this valuable information. The "User's Manual" that came with my Bosch 500 series was worthless, and scanning a QR code to get the info I need is impossible for me, as I don't need or want a fancy phone and furthermore would be unable to see anything on a tiny phone screen. I don't know if you check your comments, but do I have to fill the stupid rinse-aid compartment for every load? It seems to hold barely a half a capful, which runs immediately through the compartment and onto the door of thewasher -- where you are supposed to then wipe excess off before starting machine. Are you kidding me????? Again, you are the best for helping complete strangers figure out how to work their new appliance. With heartfelt thanks, Lynn in Albuquerque

This was a badly needed video. Nothing on the Bosche site is anywhere near as good that this feature and benefit presentation. Great job. Thanks for demonstrating all the features of each model! I do have the 800 and I would have liked to see how to lower the middle of the top rack. I know you mentioned it but then you moved on.

I just got the 500 and whyyy is the silverware basket this tiny? 😢 I want to buy an extra basket

Which option is best to wash fine crystal?

Thanks for this demonstration, but where does the 4 series fit into all these series that you mentioned. I just purchased a 4 series Bosch

I can't find the ascenta, 100 or 300 model numbers available on bestbuy/HD/lowes. Any similar models for those ranges?

I wish I lived near where u work I’d definitely buy one from u wonderful presentation thank you - I want to get the SHEM63W55N but it’s been discontinued hard to find - I don’t want any WI-FI or smart - any suggestions- Denise from Florida - my LG 3 yr old died so no more LG for me

Bosch Series 6 SMS6ZCW00G. Please provide a review on this model.

why do salesmen use the phrase "DOES HAVE" so often? otherwise, great video, thank you

Glad to see someone has had success; have had mine for over six months, tried EVERYTHING, just unloaded, a typical load...RESULT: 5 Bowls, 1 Spoon, 1 Cup, and 2 Plates have to be rewashed, i.e. HANDWASHED...that's about average! I'd show a picture/video if I knew how. I know it looks good, but bottom line...at least the 500 series...SUCKS.

What about the Bosch series 6???

Hi my name is Michael from California what is the price Difference between 500 and 800 series and is there truly a big difference between the Bosch 500 series Dishwasher versus 800 series Bosch Dishwasher and what justify buying the 800 series over 500 series Bosch Dishwasher and witch have less complaints and Customer are truly happier with and would buy it again thank you for your caring product knowledge and helping the not tech savvy customer people or persons on your friendly KZfaq channel please keep up the nice work

I believe they do have a heater. Built into the wash motor. Heat pump.

I’ve had 2 Bosch dishwashers. The first lasted 8 years. Not bad for a $1100 washer. The one I have now is 3 years old and just threw a e07 error code this morning. Too soon for such an expensive dishwasher. This will not be cheap to repair. It may be my LAST Bosch. I’m not happy.😡

bosch 500 series has bar versions - not sure why stated otherwise...

What doess the water softener do? and is it something that we would need to refil?

where is there so many different Bosch 300 model ?

What about the reliability and repair ability of this brand

I have the 800 series. It hates plastic. It doesn't clean plastic well. Also it doesn't dry as good as I thought it would.

I don't use a lot of plastic my next dishwasher will have a heating element my Bosch 300 series doesn't dry the dishes, I hate it, it's the worst purchase ever made. The silverware basket holds water so if i take it to the drawer to put them away i have to put a towel under it or it drips all over the floor.

Tines? Lol. Didn’t know they have their own names

No mention of smart apps. I wanted to hear what controls what.

Bro doesn’t miss chest days

What I would like to know is ...... Has the leaky ( obviously defective time bomb ) sump seal been at least redisigned and replaced in the 23, 24 models .....??? Or is it still going to leak ??? Judging from the pathetic repair kid that you're supposed to wiggle in a jelly like extra silicone ring from the inside and magically get it into place , I Dont know what to think ...???

But, unfortunately, the mice must be fed daily!

Bosch Dishwashers? All kidding aside, worst god damn dishwasher I have ever owned and I'm 67. On AVERAGE 1/3 of dishes do not get clean, regardless of how or where they are positioned...after six month of practice you can still count on rewashing 1/3! Second, NOTHING fits! There are too many tines, all going different directs, all slanted and too close together. Seriously, after paying a grand, my wife wants it out and back to our old $400 Whirlpool. The Whirlpool Quiet Partner out performs, easier to load, etc. Tines are all vertical and in simple rows and widely spaced...makes it a breeze to load. ONLY advantage, it is quiet...I've heard that if you buy one your eligible to get a "SAP" tattoo across your forehead!

Bosch does not honor their warranty & I had a $550 repair that they would not pay.

WHO !?? Cares . MY Bosch appliances have Failed with Surprising regularity . I Wish I Never Wasted MY $$$ on this Discredited /unreliable /expensive to Patch Brand. Think Three Times ! before buying into this Crap Brand. Wish I had.

I'm sorry I just have to ask what are you doing with your shoulders I can't pay attention to your video when you're doing that

They have a problem with their control panel plates with their lower end models. They tend to pop off after 14 months. They cannot handle constant opening and closing of the door

Glad to see someone has had success; have had mine for over six months, tried EVERYTHING, just unloaded, a typical load...RESULT: 5 Bowls, 1 Spoon, 1 Cup, and 2 Plates have to be rewashed, i.e. HANDWASHED...that's about average! I'd show a picture/video if I knew how. I know it looks good, but bottom line...at least the 500 series...SUCKS.