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Costco Members: Bosch 800 Series Stainless Steel Top Control Dishwasher w/ Towel Bar

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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Bosch 800 Series Stainless Steel Top Control Dishwasher with Towel Bar (Stainless Steel, SHX78B75UC) on sale for $1199.99. Shipping is free.

Costco Wholesale also has for its Members: Bosch 300 Series Front Control Pocket Handle Dishwasher (Stainless Steel, SHE53B75UC) on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

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Note: Availability may be limited to select delivery areas. In most areas (verify at checkout), price includes delivery & installation, haul away, basic installation parts, and 2-Year Warranty.

Features:
  • Bosch 800 Series Stainless Steel Top Control Dishwasher with Towel Bar
    • Intelligent PrecisionWash
    • Full Stainless Steel Tub
    • Flexible 3rd Rack Holds Larger Cutlery
    • Patented CrystalDry Technology
    • Energy Efficient with Water Saving Wash Technologies
  • Bosch 300 Series Front Control Pocket Handle Dishwasher
    • Intelligent PrecisionWash
    • Full Stainless Steel Tub
    • Removable 3rd Rack Adds 30% More Loading Area
    • 24/7 AquaStop Plus
    • Energy Efficient with Water Saving Wash Technologies

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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Bosch 800 Series Stainless Steel Top Control Dishwasher with Towel Bar (Stainless Steel, SHX78B75UC) on sale for $1199.99. Shipping is free.

Costco Wholesale also has for its Members: Bosch 300 Series Front Control Pocket Handle Dishwasher (Stainless Steel, SHE53B75UC) on sale for $899.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member tdenardo for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability may be limited to select delivery areas. In most areas (verify at checkout), price includes delivery & installation, haul away, basic installation parts, and 2-Year Warranty.

Features:
  • Bosch 800 Series Stainless Steel Top Control Dishwasher with Towel Bar
    • Intelligent PrecisionWash
    • Full Stainless Steel Tub
    • Flexible 3rd Rack Holds Larger Cutlery
    • Patented CrystalDry Technology
    • Energy Efficient with Water Saving Wash Technologies
  • Bosch 300 Series Front Control Pocket Handle Dishwasher
    • Intelligent PrecisionWash
    • Full Stainless Steel Tub
    • Removable 3rd Rack Adds 30% More Loading Area
    • 24/7 AquaStop Plus
    • Energy Efficient with Water Saving Wash Technologies

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I'm a little late to the discussion, but I have a lot to say about the Bosch 800 and the Bosch haters out there. But first, regarding Costco:
Costco appliance purchases come with free installation and haul-away, which makes Costco pretty much always the best deal on the appliances they carry. My experience has been excellent. ADVICE: Don't pay for anything extra, just take basic free installation. When they arrive, they will do whatever is needed to set it up, but make sure to watch and ask questions. Costco installed a dryer for me last year. They were polite and efficient and showed me that it was working and stable, then said they were done. I asked "did you hook up the steam?" They said, "oh, you want that feature?", and when I said yes they went out to the truck and got a steam kit (which other dealers charge extra for) and installed it. Then they showed me again that it was working. I asked, "I don't think I saw you level the machine. Aren't you supposed to do that?", and then they got a bubble level and readjusted the legs. Great quality installation and haul-away for free, but you must pay attention.The standard settings for Bosch dishwashers are to optimize for energy efficiency. ADVICE: If you want your Bosch dishwasher to dry like an old American dishwasher, then you can adjust those settings and turn on "Intensive Drying" (and other features, see below).
You can customize a lot of things about your Bosch dishwasher, but don't lose that owner's manual, because it's hopeless otherwise. Here, for example, are the instructions for turning on "Intensive Drying" on my older 800 series: 1) Press the button. 2) Hold down the "A" button (on mine that's the "Normal" button ). Press until the display indicates "d:00". 3) Release both buttons. 4) Press the Normal button again until the display shows "d:00". 5) Press the "C" button (on mine that's the "Rinse" button) to turn intensive drying on or off: "d:01" = ON and "d:00" = OFF. 6) Press to save setting. To be fair, you should only have to customize these things once.ADVICE: I always advise dishwasher shoppers not to buy ANY dishwasher without bringing a set of your own plates and cups to an appliance dealer to see how well they fit. The Bosch was perfect for us, but if you have thick stoneware, for example, you might find that an American dishwasher is the only thing that fits your dishes.It's been 8 years since I bought my Bosch 800 series, but I did figure out at the time that this is how you read Bosch model numbers:


First 3 letters: SHX=bar handle, SHP=Pocket handle, SHE=Recessed handle, SHS=Scoop handle

Next 3 letters: 63T=300 series, 65T=500 series, 68T=800 series, 7PT/8PT/9PT=Benchmark series, N=Exclusive model sold through distributors.

The next 3 letters were a lot more confusing, but the biggest differences are around which cycles are offered. Bosch has a confusing array of cycles and options, ranging from 4 cycles/4 options on the 300 series, up to 6 cycles/6 options on the some 800 series models, but more remarkably the names and types of cycles varied, representing a variety of different combinations from 10 different possible cycles and 8 different possible options (my six cycles aren't the same as your six cycles!).

For the 800 series, the differences were mostly whether the model has a built in water softener, or whether it had the Eco Cycle, or the Extra Shine or SpeedPerfect options. ADVICE: If you don't need the water softener, you could look for a cheaper version, but it could still be hard to beat the Costco price.

Further Explanations:

ECO CYCLE saves energy by running at a lower temperature. Works fine for lightly soiled loads. Doesn't dry as well.

EXTRA SHINE OPTION makes the final rinse hotter and extends the drying cycle. This helps make up for the lack of an American-style exposed heating element, but it extends load time and uses more energy.

SPEEDPERFECT speeds things up by heating the water more and using more water. It also uses more energy.
ADVICE: If you keep the SpeedPerfect, ExtraShine, and Sanitize options on, and turn on intensive drying, you'll basically turbocharge your Bosch, but energy efficiency will be out the window.To each his own. Before I had this Bosch, I had TWO top-of-the-line $1,000+ KitchenAids, because I'd been taught that American dishwashers dried better, and that KitchenAid was the best. Neither lasted terribly long, and worse still: The racks literally melted and fell apart over time. Before that, I had a GE that lasted maybe 6 years. I went through 3 dishwashers but at least 4 or 5 sets of racks before switching to Bosch. My Bosch 800 is now 8 years old and every component is like new. I have minor usability beefs about it, but it's honestly the only dishwasher I've ever loved.

PS at the time I purchased mine, I concluded that the guts of the 500 and 800 series were identical. I went with the 800 series mainly because the mechanical buttons on the 500 series looked like they would be more fragile, and more prone to fading and looking like crap after a number of years. But unless things have changed, the 500 is the value sweet spot.
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I have the 800. Without the rinse solution, it essentially doesn't dry a damn thing.

I know I'll get a lot of hate for this, but I despise my Bosch 800. I wish I never bought it.

It doesn't dry unless you spend additional money on other products, which is absurd.
The dish drawers have everything spaced waaaay to close together. So it's really freaking hard to fit things in it. Like, if your plates anything other than super flat, you're going to have issues. Deep bowls do not fit in this dishwasher at all. Period.
I have to dry all my dishes when it's done washing, because I refuse to buy additional products for a premium product, and the auto air does nothing.
Since all the plates are together so close, it doesn't wash them well. I consistently have to rewash dishes as soon as they come out of the wash (yes, I pre rinse them).

And is it quiet? Not really. It's is definitely quieter than the 20 year old unit it replaced. But I never thought that old unit was loud or distracting to begin with...so the loudness isn't really something to care about. I have old pipes, so I still hear the Bosch taking in water and flushing it around.

All in all, I despise it. If anybody in NJ wants to buy mine from me, please get in touch. I genuinely miss my 2004 KitchenAid that this replaced.

EDIT: forgot to mention that the upper rack, that is meant for cups, has issues holding cups. If it's anything taller than a whisky glass, it will not fit and rub against the top utensil rack.
Basically, any cup over 5 inches or so will not fit and have to be placed on the bottom rack...taking away space from all your plates and bowls (and the bowls won't fit, as mentioned before).
starkey0417
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I'm going to disagree with the Crystal Dry downvotes. I own a three year old 800 series with Crystal Dry and it dries better than any Kitchenaid, GE, Whirlpool or Electrolux (DON'T BUY THIS) d/w I've ever owned. I use Cascade Platinum packs and refill the JetDry whenever the light comes on. I also run the hot water at my sink for about twenty seconds before starting the d/w.

Also, I've been selling appliances for 13+ years. You will not go wrong if you purchase the 800 series and do what I do. I've also had nobody complain about the AutoAir on the 500 series. Both are great dishwashers.

Also ALSO, ALL dishwashers will take 2+ hours per cycle on the Auto cycle. If you use the one hour cycle, there is no drying and they will be loud.

These are both at really good prices. If you've been tempted and are a Costco member, pull the trigger.

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I'm a little late to the discussion, but I have a lot to say about the Bosch 800 and the Bosch haters out there. But first, regarding Costco:
Quote from SociableWriter1125 :
Same price at PC Richard
Costco appliance purchases come with free installation and haul-away, which makes Costco pretty much always the best deal on the appliances they carry. My experience has been excellent. ADVICE: Don't pay for anything extra, just take basic free installation. When they arrive, they will do whatever is needed to set it up, but make sure to watch and ask questions. Costco installed a dryer for me last year. They were polite and efficient and showed me that it was working and stable, then said they were done. I asked "did you hook up the steam?" They said, "oh, you want that feature?", and when I said yes they went out to the truck and got a steam kit (which other dealers charge extra for) and installed it. Then they showed me again that it was working. I asked, "I don't think I saw you level the machine. Aren't you supposed to do that?", and then they got a bubble level and readjusted the legs. Great quality installation and haul-away for free, but you must pay attention.
Quote from fah_cue :
I have the 800. Without the rinse solution, it essentially doesn't dry a damn thing.

I know I'll get a lot of hate for this, but I despise my Bosch 800. I wish I never bought it.

It doesn't dry unless you spend additional money on other products, which is absurd.
The standard settings for Bosch dishwashers are to optimize for energy efficiency. ADVICE: If you want your Bosch dishwasher to dry like an old American dishwasher, then you can adjust those settings and turn on "Intensive Drying" (and other features, see below).
You can customize a lot of things about your Bosch dishwasher, but don't lose that owner's manual, because it's hopeless otherwise. Here, for example, are the instructions for turning on "Intensive Drying" on my older 800 series: 1) Press the [On/Off] button. 2) Hold down the "A" button (on mine that's the "Normal" button ). Press [Start] until the display indicates "d:00". 3) Release both buttons. 4) Press the Normal button again until the display shows "d:00". 5) Press the "C" button (on mine that's the "Rinse" button) to turn intensive drying on or off: "d:01" = ON and "d:00" = OFF. 6) Press [Start] to save setting. To be fair, you should only have to customize these things once.
Quote from fah_cue :
If it's anything taller than a whisky glass, it will not fit and rub against the top utensil rack. Basically, any cup over 5 inches or so will not fit and have to be placed on the bottom rack...taking away space from all your plates and bowls (and the bowls won't fit, as mentioned before).
ADVICE: I always advise dishwasher shoppers not to buy ANY dishwasher without bringing a set of your own plates and cups to an appliance dealer to see how well they fit. The Bosch was perfect for us, but if you have thick stoneware, for example, you might find that an American dishwasher is the only thing that fits your dishes.
Quote from UniqueSeagull3844 :
Bosch 800 is a series and there are multiple dishwashers in the same series but different features. To make it more confusing, big box stores like Costco and best buy often have unique SKUs that are not listed on manufacturer sites.

One difference that might matter to some people is a water softener.
It's been 8 years since I bought my Bosch 800 series, but I did figure out at the time that this is how you read Bosch model numbers:


First 3 letters: SHX=bar handle, SHP=Pocket handle, SHE=Recessed handle, SHS=Scoop handle

Next 3 letters: 63T=300 series, 65T=500 series, 68T=800 series, 7PT/8PT/9PT=Benchmark series, N=Exclusive model sold through distributors.

The next 3 letters were a lot more confusing, but the biggest differences are around which cycles are offered. Bosch has a confusing array of cycles and options, ranging from 4 cycles/4 options on the 300 series, up to 6 cycles/6 options on the some 800 series models, but more remarkably the names and types of cycles varied, representing a variety of different combinations from 10 different possible cycles and 8 different possible options (my six cycles aren't the same as your six cycles!).

For the 800 series, the differences were mostly whether the model has a built in water softener, or whether it had the Eco Cycle, or the Extra Shine or SpeedPerfect options. ADVICE: If you don't need the water softener, you could look for a cheaper version, but it could still be hard to beat the Costco price.

Further Explanations:

ECO CYCLE saves energy by running at a lower temperature. Works fine for lightly soiled loads. Doesn't dry as well.

EXTRA SHINE OPTION makes the final rinse hotter and extends the drying cycle. This helps make up for the lack of an American-style exposed heating element, but it extends load time and uses more energy.

SPEEDPERFECT speeds things up by heating the water more and using more water. It also uses more energy.
ADVICE: If you keep the SpeedPerfect, ExtraShine, and Sanitize options on, and turn on intensive drying, you'll basically turbocharge your Bosch, but energy efficiency will be out the window.
Quote from fah_cue :
I genuinely miss my 2004 KitchenAid that this replaced.
To each his own. Before I had this Bosch, I had TWO top-of-the-line $1,000+ KitchenAids, because I'd been taught that American dishwashers dried better, and that KitchenAid was the best. Neither lasted terribly long, and worse still: The racks literally melted and fell apart over time. Before that, I had a GE that lasted maybe 6 years. I went through 3 dishwashers but at least 4 or 5 sets of racks before switching to Bosch. My Bosch 800 is now 8 years old and every component is like new. I have minor usability beefs about it, but it's honestly the only dishwasher I've ever loved.

PS at the time I purchased mine, I concluded that the guts of the 500 and 800 series were identical. I went with the 800 series mainly because the mechanical buttons on the 500 series looked like they would be more fragile, and more prone to fading and looking like crap after a number of years. But unless things have changed, the 500 is the value sweet spot.
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I got this for $900 at Lowes couple of weeks back including tax. see the thread: https://slickdeals.net/f/17151133-in-store-only-bosch-800-series-24-shx78cm5n-998-and-500-series-24-848?v=1&page=4 (comment #60 for break down).

It comes with all accessories (power cable and drain hose attached) required to install with the exception of water inlet hose. Installation was pretty easy and straight forward if you know how to tighten a couple of nuts.

We returned, whirlpool to get this, Love the product and cannot imagine any-other dishwasher.
$1,200 plus 8% tax ($96) comes to nearly $1,300 - 50% over the price I paid. I would not buy it
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Quote from fis :
I'm a little late to the discussion, but I have a lot to say about the Bosch 800 and the Bosch haters out there. But first, regarding Costco:
Costco appliance purchases come with free installation and haul-away, which makes Costco pretty much always the best deal on the appliances they carry. My experience has been excellent. ADVICE: Don't pay for anything extra, just take basic free installation. When they arrive, they will do whatever is needed to set it up, but make sure to watch and ask questions. Costco installed a dryer for me last year. They were polite and efficient and showed me that it was working and stable, then said they were done. I asked "did you hook up the steam?" They said, "oh, you want that feature?", and when I said yes they went out to the truck and got a steam kit (which other dealers charge extra for) and installed it. Then they showed me again that it was working. I asked, "I don't think I saw you level the machine. Aren't you supposed to do that?", and then they got a bubble level and readjusted the legs. Great quality installation and haul-away for free, but you must pay attention.The standard settings for Bosch dishwashers are to optimize for energy efficiency. ADVICE: If you want your Bosch dishwasher to dry like an old American dishwasher, then you can adjust those settings and turn on "Intensive Drying" (and other features, see below).
You can customize a lot of things about your Bosch dishwasher, but don't lose that owner's manual, because it's hopeless otherwise. Here, for example, are the instructions for turning on "Intensive Drying" on my older 800 series: 1) Press the [On/Off] button. 2) Hold down the "A" button (on mine that's the "Normal" button ). Press [Start] until the display indicates "d:00". 3) Release both buttons. 4) Press the Normal button again until the display shows "d:00". 5) Press the "C" button (on mine that's the "Rinse" button) to turn intensive drying on or off: "d:01" = ON and "d:00" = OFF. 6) Press [Start] to save setting. To be fair, you should only have to customize these things once.ADVICE: I always advise dishwasher shoppers not to buy ANY dishwasher without bringing a set of your own plates and cups to an appliance dealer to see how well they fit. The Bosch was perfect for us, but if you have thick stoneware, for example, you might find that an American dishwasher is the only thing that fits your dishes.It's been 8 years since I bought my Bosch 800 series, but I did figure out at the time that this is how you read Bosch model numbers:


First 3 letters: SHX=bar handle, SHP=Pocket handle, SHE=Recessed handle, SHS=Scoop handle

Next 3 letters: 63T=300 series, 65T=500 series, 68T=800 series, 7PT/8PT/9PT=Benchmark series, N=Exclusive model sold through distributors.

The next 3 letters were a lot more confusing, but the biggest differences are around which cycles are offered. Bosch has a confusing array of cycles and options, ranging from 4 cycles/4 options on the 300 series, up to 6 cycles/6 options on the some 800 series models, but more remarkably the names and types of cycles varied, representing a variety of different combinations from 10 different possible cycles and 8 different possible options (my six cycles aren't the same as your six cycles!).

For the 800 series, the differences were mostly whether the model has a built in water softener, or whether it had the Eco Cycle, or the Extra Shine or SpeedPerfect options. ADVICE: If you don't need the water softener, you could look for a cheaper version, but it could still be hard to beat the Costco price.

Further Explanations:

ECO CYCLE saves energy by running at a lower temperature. Works fine for lightly soiled loads. Doesn't dry as well.

EXTRA SHINE OPTION makes the final rinse hotter and extends the drying cycle. This helps make up for the lack of an American-style exposed heating element, but it extends load time and uses more energy.

SPEEDPERFECT speeds things up by heating the water more and using more water. It also uses more energy.
ADVICE: If you keep the SpeedPerfect, ExtraShine, and Sanitize options on, and turn on intensive drying, you'll basically turbocharge your Bosch, but energy efficiency will be out the window.To each his own. Before I had this Bosch, I had TWO top-of-the-line $1,000+ KitchenAids, because I'd been taught that American dishwashers dried better, and that KitchenAid was the best. Neither lasted terribly long, and worse still: The racks literally melted and fell apart over time. Before that, I had a GE that lasted maybe 6 years. I went through 3 dishwashers but at least 4 or 5 sets of racks before switching to Bosch. My Bosch 800 is now 8 years old and every component is like new. I have minor usability beefs about it, but it's honestly the only dishwasher I've ever loved.
Thanks for the writeup. I am looking for the model without towel bar, the model number explanation helps.
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Quote from fis :
I'm a little late to the discussion, but I have a lot to say about the Bosch 800 and the Bosch haters out there. But first, regarding Costco:
Costco appliance purchases come with free installation and haul-away, which makes Costco pretty much always the best deal on the appliances they carry. My experience has been excellent. ADVICE: Don't pay for anything extra, just take basic free installation. When they arrive, they will do whatever is needed to set it up, but make sure to watch and ask questions. Costco installed a dryer for me last year. They were polite and efficient and showed me that it was working and stable, then said they were done. I asked "did you hook up the steam?" They said, "oh, you want that feature?", and when I said yes they went out to the truck and got a steam kit (which other dealers charge extra for) and installed it. Then they showed me again that it was working. I asked, "I don't think I saw you level the machine. Aren't you supposed to do that?", and then they got a bubble level and readjusted the legs. Great quality installation and haul-away for free, but you must pay attention.The standard settings for Bosch dishwashers are to optimize for energy efficiency. ADVICE: If you want your Bosch dishwasher to dry like an old American dishwasher, then you can adjust those settings and turn on "Intensive Drying" (and other features, see below).
You can customize a lot of things about your Bosch dishwasher, but don't lose that owner's manual, because it's hopeless otherwise. Here, for example, are the instructions for turning on "Intensive Drying" on my older 800 series: 1) Press the [On/Off] button. 2) Hold down the "A" button (on mine that's the "Normal" button ). Press [Start] until the display indicates "d:00". 3) Release both buttons. 4) Press the Normal button again until the display shows "d:00". 5) Press the "C" button (on mine that's the "Rinse" button) to turn intensive drying on or off: "d:01" = ON and "d:00" = OFF. 6) Press [Start] to save setting. To be fair, you should only have to customize these things once.ADVICE: I always advise dishwasher shoppers not to buy ANY dishwasher without bringing a set of your own plates and cups to an appliance dealer to see how well they fit. The Bosch was perfect for us, but if you have thick stoneware, for example, you might find that an American dishwasher is the only thing that fits your dishes.It's been 8 years since I bought my Bosch 800 series, but I did figure out at the time that this is how you read Bosch model numbers:


First 3 letters: SHX=bar handle, SHP=Pocket handle, SHE=Recessed handle, SHS=Scoop handle

Next 3 letters: 63T=300 series, 65T=500 series, 68T=800 series, 7PT/8PT/9PT=Benchmark series, N=Exclusive model sold through distributors.

The next 3 letters were a lot more confusing, but the biggest differences are around which cycles are offered. Bosch has a confusing array of cycles and options, ranging from 4 cycles/4 options on the 300 series, up to 6 cycles/6 options on the some 800 series models, but more remarkably the names and types of cycles varied, representing a variety of different combinations from 10 different possible cycles and 8 different possible options (my six cycles aren't the same as your six cycles!).

For the 800 series, the differences were mostly whether the model has a built in water softener, or whether it had the Eco Cycle, or the Extra Shine or SpeedPerfect options. ADVICE: If you don't need the water softener, you could look for a cheaper version, but it could still be hard to beat the Costco price.

Further Explanations:

ECO CYCLE saves energy by running at a lower temperature. Works fine for lightly soiled loads. Doesn't dry as well.

EXTRA SHINE OPTION makes the final rinse hotter and extends the drying cycle. This helps make up for the lack of an American-style exposed heating element, but it extends load time and uses more energy.

SPEEDPERFECT speeds things up by heating the water more and using more water. It also uses more energy.
ADVICE: If you keep the SpeedPerfect, ExtraShine, and Sanitize options on, and turn on intensive drying, you'll basically turbocharge your Bosch, but energy efficiency will be out the window.To each his own. Before I had this Bosch, I had TWO top-of-the-line $1,000+ KitchenAids, because I'd been taught that American dishwashers dried better, and that KitchenAid was the best. Neither lasted terribly long, and worse still: The racks literally melted and fell apart over time. Before that, I had a GE that lasted maybe 6 years. I went through 3 dishwashers but at least 4 or 5 sets of racks before switching to Bosch. My Bosch 800 is now 8 years old and every component is like new. I have minor usability beefs about it, but it's honestly the only dishwasher I've ever loved.
We still have an 18 year old GE. It is definitely louder than a Bosch but still cleans well (knock on wood). We don't use the heated drying. Spending over $1,000 on a dishwasher is a bit hard to stomach.
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Quote from gtsh0pp3r :
$200 difference, anyone know differences?
800-300=500
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Quote from fah_cue :
EDIT: forgot to mention that the upper rack, that is meant for cups, has issues holding cups. If it's anything taller than a whisky glass, it will not fit and rub against the top utensil rack.
Basically, any cup over 5 inches or so will not fit and have to be placed on the bottom rack...taking away space from all your plates and bowls (and the bowls won't fit, as mentioned before).
Initially I also found the upper rack wouldn't hold my tall cups. But the rack height is adjustable so I moved it down a bit and now all my cups fit. YMMV of course.
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Quote from koven :
its even cheaper on best buy $1079. or is this a different model?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/bosc...Id=6360645 [bestbuy.com]
I think it is the same model except for the handle - the Costco version has the bar handle, and the Bestbuy version has the pocket handle. The pocket handle version is very slightly less expensive.

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Quote from ShawnS4430 :
Just a word of caution for anyone buying this. Bosch is the only manufacturer that has a plug on their dishwashers. Unless you currently have an outlet for that specific circuit, you either need to use their hardwire adapter which is separate and from many reviews a fire hazard as it's defective. I plan to install an outlet on that circuit to eliminate that fire hazard, and that would need to be done before installation. Normally dishwashers are on their own circuit as they pull 12 amps, and using a plug from your garbage disposal outlet could lead to constant tripping of the breaker
So I install it myself, and I happen to use that junction box

I honestly don't know where you got that information that it is fire hazard... It is literally just a box, with line , neutral and ground screw terminals that you screw your wire in, just like what you would do if you have a hard wired dish washer.
There is nothing different
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Wish I had seen this yesterday. It was exactly 30 days after I bought my 800. I called today and got a price adjustment 31 days after but they said it was a one time courtesy adjustment.
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youra6Jan 07, 2024 09:43 PM
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Quote from Kaufboy :
We still have an 18 year old GE. It is definitely louder than a Bosch but still cleans well (knock on wood). We don't use the heated drying. Spending over $1,000 on a dishwasher is a bit hard to stomach.
In our newish house, all of our 3-4 year old appliances are dying one by one. As im typing this we are in need of a new dishwasher. My philosophy is now is buy once cry once.
Jan 07, 2024 10:21 PM
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NeatStove414Jan 07, 2024 10:21 PM
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Didn't purchase from Costco but very happy with it after 6 months of use. Best dishwasher I've ever owned. Cleanest and driest my dishes have ever been. Some dish shapes just attract pools but a quick wipe with a towel and it's fine.
Jan 07, 2024 11:04 PM
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Jan 07, 2024 11:04 PM
FrothyBitsJan 07, 2024 11:04 PM
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Quote from starkey0417 :
I'm going to disagree with the Crystal Dry downvotes. I own a three year old 800 series with Crystal Dry and it dries better than any Kitchenaid, GE, Whirlpool or Electrolux (DON'T BUY THIS) d/w I've ever owned. I use Cascade Platinum packs and refill the JetDry whenever the light comes on. I also run the hot water at my sink for about twenty seconds before starting the d/w.

Also, I've been selling appliances for 13+ years. You will not go wrong if you purchase the 800 series and do what I do. I've also had nobody complain about the AutoAir on the 500 series. Both are great dishwashers.

Also ALSO, ALL dishwashers will take 2+ hours per cycle on the Auto cycle. If you use the one hour cycle, there is no drying and they will be loud.

These are both at really good prices. If you've been tempted and are a Costco member, pull the trigger.
I waited 2 years for my new Bosch with LCD screen and top controls. Totally worth it. It's epic has the crystal dry. Totally works amazing
Jan 07, 2024 11:41 PM
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Jan 07, 2024 11:41 PM
nhasJan 07, 2024 11:41 PM
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Quote from fis :
I'm a little late to the discussion, but I have a lot to say about the Bosch 800 and the Bosch haters out there. But first, regarding Costco:
Costco appliance purchases come with free installation and haul-away, which makes Costco pretty much always the best deal on the appliances they carry. My experience has been excellent. ADVICE: Don't pay for anything extra, just take basic free installation. When they arrive, they will do whatever is needed to set it up, but make sure to watch and ask questions. Costco installed a dryer for me last year. They were polite and efficient and showed me that it was working and stable, then said they were done. I asked "did you hook up the steam?" They said, "oh, you want that feature?", and when I said yes they went out to the truck and got a steam kit (which other dealers charge extra for) and installed it. Then they showed me again that it was working. I asked, "I don't think I saw you level the machine. Aren't you supposed to do that?", and then they got a bubble level and readjusted the legs. Great quality installation and haul-away for free, but you must pay attention.The standard settings for Bosch dishwashers are to optimize for energy efficiency. ADVICE: If you want your Bosch dishwasher to dry like an old American dishwasher, then you can adjust those settings and turn on "Intensive Drying" (and other features, see below).
You can customize a lot of things about your Bosch dishwasher, but don't lose that owner's manual, because it's hopeless otherwise. Here, for example, are the instructions for turning on "Intensive Drying" on my older 800 series: 1) Press the [On/Off] button. 2) Hold down the "A" button (on mine that's the "Normal" button ). Press [Start] until the display indicates "d:00". 3) Release both buttons. 4) Press the Normal button again until the display shows "d:00". 5) Press the "C" button (on mine that's the "Rinse" button) to turn intensive drying on or off: "d:01" = ON and "d:00" = OFF. 6) Press [Start] to save setting. To be fair, you should only have to customize these things once.ADVICE: I always advise dishwasher shoppers not to buy ANY dishwasher without bringing a set of your own plates and cups to an appliance dealer to see how well they fit. The Bosch was perfect for us, but if you have thick stoneware, for example, you might find that an American dishwasher is the only thing that fits your dishes.It's been 8 years since I bought my Bosch 800 series, but I did figure out at the time that this is how you read Bosch model numbers:


First 3 letters: SHX=bar handle, SHP=Pocket handle, SHE=Recessed handle, SHS=Scoop handle

Next 3 letters: 63T=300 series, 65T=500 series, 68T=800 series, 7PT/8PT/9PT=Benchmark series, N=Exclusive model sold through distributors.

The next 3 letters were a lot more confusing, but the biggest differences are around which cycles are offered. Bosch has a confusing array of cycles and options, ranging from 4 cycles/4 options on the 300 series, up to 6 cycles/6 options on the some 800 series models, but more remarkably the names and types of cycles varied, representing a variety of different combinations from 10 different possible cycles and 8 different possible options (my six cycles aren't the same as your six cycles!).

For the 800 series, the differences were mostly whether the model has a built in water softener, or whether it had the Eco Cycle, or the Extra Shine or SpeedPerfect options. ADVICE: If you don't need the water softener, you could look for a cheaper version, but it could still be hard to beat the Costco price.

Further Explanations:

ECO CYCLE saves energy by running at a lower temperature. Works fine for lightly soiled loads. Doesn't dry as well.

EXTRA SHINE OPTION makes the final rinse hotter and extends the drying cycle. This helps make up for the lack of an American-style exposed heating element, but it extends load time and uses more energy.

SPEEDPERFECT speeds things up by heating the water more and using more water. It also uses more energy.
ADVICE: If you keep the SpeedPerfect, ExtraShine, and Sanitize options on, and turn on intensive drying, you'll basically turbocharge your Bosch, but energy efficiency will be out the window.To each his own. Before I had this Bosch, I had TWO top-of-the-line $1,000+ KitchenAids, because I'd been taught that American dishwashers dried better, and that KitchenAid was the best. Neither lasted terribly long, and worse still: The racks literally melted and fell apart over time. Before that, I had a GE that lasted maybe 6 years. I went through 3 dishwashers but at least 4 or 5 sets of racks before switching to Bosch. My Bosch 800 is now 8 years old and every component is like new. I have minor usability beefs about it, but it's honestly the only dishwasher I've ever loved.

PS at the time I purchased mine, I concluded that the guts of the 500 and 800 series were identical. I went with the 800 series mainly because the mechanical buttons on the 500 series looked like they would be more fragile, and more prone to fading and looking like crap after a number of years. But unless things have changed, the 500 is the value sweet spot.
I bought the 800 series in Feb 2015 so it's been almost 9 years now. It works like a champ every time but my lower rack is almost unusable now. I have a replacement on order for $125. Very happy with it.
Jan 08, 2024 12:46 AM
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chomdhJan 08, 2024 12:46 AM
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Owned this for 2 years now. It's great don't hesitate if you need a dishwasher.

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Jan 08, 2024 01:11 AM
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Jan 08, 2024 01:11 AM
slimsJan 08, 2024 01:11 AM
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I noticed the price at $1200 3 days ago, and didn't know it was "on sale". I see some people mentioning receiving credit for an earlier purchase in this thread, so it begs the question:

What is the normal selling price for the 800 series? I can't seem to find any costco price history unfortunately.

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