November 19th, 2025 | 8 min. read
Learn how to find the perfect dishwasher with our Dishwasher Buying Guide
TL;DR: Bosch vs. KitchenAid Dishwashers (2025)
- Choose Bosch if you care most about drying and smart features (500 AutoAir, 800 CrystalDry).
- Choose KitchenAid for better racks, larger usable space, and the quietest models under $1,000.
- Reliability: KitchenAid is slightly more reliable, but both are close. Focus on today’s price and who services it locally.
- Best values: KitchenAid 400 Series and Bosch 500 Series. Skip Bosch Benchmark and KitchenAid 700/800 if they cost more for minor upgrades.
- Design: Bosch offers 18-inch and more panel-ready options. KitchenAid does not make an 18-inch model.
If you’re shopping for a dishwasher, you’re probably considering Bosch vs. KitchenAid.
They both offer strong models between $700–$1,500.
Both brands have changed considerably over the past three years.
KitchenAid has become quieter, competing directly with Bosch’s long-standing reputation for near silence.
Meanwhile, Bosch has added new wash systems and drying cycles to rival KitchenAid’s performance.
So, which one is right for you?
In this comparison, you’ll learn:
- Which brand is more reliable in 2025 (based on 33,000+ service calls)
- Which models offer the best value at each price level
- Which ones you probably shouldn’t buy
Let’s get started.
📌Skip Ahead:
- Reliability: Bosch vs KitchenAid
- Models to Skip
- Sizes and Panel-Ready Options
- KitchenAid Lineup Overview
- Bosch Lineup Overview
- Bosch vs. KitchenAid Dishwashers
- Which Should You Buy?
- FAQs
How Reliable Are Bosch and KitchenAid Dishwashers in 2025?
⚡Quick answer: KitchenAid is slightly more reliable than Bosch based on 33,000+ service calls (7.4% vs. 9.5%), but the gap is small—choose the brand with better local service coverage.
At Yale, we logged over 33,000 service calls last year.
These are not surveys or reviews; they reflect real dishwashers needing repair within the first year.
We calculate a service-rate percentage by dividing the number serviced by the number sold over 12 months, then compare that rate across brands.
2025 Dishwasher Reliability (Based on 33,000+ Service Calls)
The following service rates are based on a minimum of 100 products sold and a total sample of over 5,000 products within 12 months.
| Service Rates | |
| LG | 4.7% |
| Thermador | 6.9% |
| KitchenAid | 7.4% |
| Bosch | 9.5% |
| Miele | 10.1% |
| Bosch Benchmark | 10.9% |
| GE Profile | 11.6% |
| Beko | 17.7% |
| Café Appliances | 20.3% |
| Fisher & Paykel | 21.5% |
| Grand Total | 9.9% |
🧭 Bottom line: KitchenAid is now slightly more reliable than Bosch, but the difference is negligible once you factor in Thermador’s Bosch-based platform.
What matters more is who services it locally.
Both brands offer strong parts availability, but coverage depends on your area.
💡 Pro Tip: Before buying, confirm which brand has local technicians who will service your address. We service Greater Boston through Cape Cod and on Nantucket for both KitchenAid and Bosch.
🔍 Read more: The Most Reliable Dishwashers
What Should You Skip, And Why?
⚡Quick answer: Avoid paying extra for features that do not improve cleaning or drying. In most cases, Bosch 500 or 800 and KitchenAid 400 or 600 deliver the same results for less.
KitchenAid 700 and 800 Series
- Issue: Redundant features
- Why it is not worth it: Same 360 Max wash, 16 place settings, and 44 decibels as the 400 Series
- Minor upgrades: You pay 300 to 400 dollars more for interior lighting and ProDry
- Better option: KitchenAid 400 Series. It has the same 44 decibels, 360 Max jets for the third rack, and True self-cleaning water filtration
Bosch Benchmark Series
- Issue: Price creep
- Why it is not worth it: Now starts around 1,799 to 1,999 dollars, often 400 to 600 dollars more than the 800 Series
- Overlap: Same CrystalDry, PowerControl, and PrecisionWash. It is only 3 dB quieter with better ball bearing racks
- Better option: Bosch 800 Series, about 1,299 to 1,499 dollars. Cleaning and drying performance is nearly identical
🧭 Bottom line: Do not chase noise ratings. Anything under 44 decibels is effectively silent, and you will not hear the difference between 39 and 38.
Buy the series with features you will use, typically Bosch 500 or 800, or KitchenAid 400 or 600, and spend less.
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Where Don’t Bosch And KitchenAid Compete?
⚡Quick answer: Bosch offers 18-inch and broader panel-ready options at lower entry prices. KitchenAid does not make an 18-inch model and has limited flush, panel-ready choices.
18-inch models: Bosch is one of the few premium brands still making 18-inch dishwashers, ideal for small spaces or secondary kitchens.
KitchenAid does not currently offer one.
Panel-ready options: Bosch provides more choices for panel-ready and flush-fit designs.
You can buy a panel-ready Bosch 300 Series for around $999, while KitchenAid’s only flush model, KDTF924PPS, is about $1,799.
If you want a dishwasher that blends into your cabinetry, Bosch offers more options at lower prices.
KitchenAid Dishwasher Lineup (2025)
| Typical Retail Range* | Noise (dB) | Drying System | Cycles | Key Features | Best For | |
| 200 Series KDFS224SPS | $749–$1049 | 47 | Heated dry / open air | 5 | 30+ wash jets, triple filtration, stainless interior, quietest in class under $1,000 | Small kitchens |
| 200 Series KDTS324SPS | $849-$1199 | 41 | Open air dry | 5 | 40 wash jets triple filtration | Small Kitchens |
| 400 Series KDTF924PPS | $999–$1,199 | 44 | ProDry fan system + open air | 5–6 | FreeFlex third rack, Clean Water Wash system, 360° Max Jets,50 wash jets | Best overall balance of cleaning and quiet |
| 600 Series KDTS624SPS | $1,199–$1,499 | 44 | ProDry fan + extended heat cycle, Open air | 5–6 | Larger capacity, better racks, Cleanwater,360 max jets, 50 wash jets | Premium kitchens that need performance and style |
| 700 Series KDPS724SPS | $1,389-$1,549 | 44 | ProDry fan + improved air circulation | 6 | Interior lighting, premium racks and finishes ,50 wash jets 360 max jets,clean water | Feature-rich upgrade for high-end users |
| Flush / 900 Series KDTF924PPS | $1,799 | 39 | Auto-door open dry / flush install | 6 | Seamless cabinetry fit, FreeFlex third rack, panel-ready design | Custom or design-forward kitchens |
*Retail pricing reflects early 2026 online listings; promotions may vary.
What Makes the New KitchenAid Series Different?
⚡Quick answer: KitchenAid added open air drying to complement its ProDry fan option.
Higher series improve racks, wash action, and usable space, including the deeper FreeFlex third rack and 360 Max Jets.
Added drying feature: KitchenAid added an open air dry feature to assist the existing ProDry option.
| 200 and 300 Series | 400 to 900 Series | |
| Rack design | Flat second rack | Slanted middle rack fits tall glasses and bowls, up to 16 place settings |
| Third rack | Shallow utensil tray | Deeper FreeFlex third rack for mugs and bowls |
| Wash action | Three spray levels | Four-level wash with 360° Max Jets |
| Drying System | Open air dry | Open air dry, with ProDry available on select models |
| Filtration | Triple filtration | Triple filtration |
| Capacity | Standard | Largest usable tub in class |
ProDry system, featured in the 600 and 700 Series: Most dishwashers rely on residual heat from the final rinse to dry dishes.
ProDry adds a built-in fan that circulates hot air, which speeds drying and reduces condensation, especially on plastics and glassware.
Bosch Dishwasher Lineup (2025)
| Typical Retail Range* | Noise (dB) | Drying System | Cycles | Key Features | Best For | |
| 100 / 100 Plus / 100 Premium | $749–$899 | 46–50 | PureDry (condensation) | 4–5 | Stainless interior with plastic bottom, PrecisionWash sensors, Wi-Fi on all models | Budget buyers who want Bosch quality |
| 300 Series SHE53C85N | $899–$1,099 | 46 | PureDry (condensation) | 5 | All stainless-steel tub, standard third rack | Quiet mid-range pick with upgraded materials |
| 500 Series SHP65DP5N | $1,129–$1,249 | 44 | AutoAir (door opens) | 5 | Quieter operation, better drying, improved rack adjustability | Best balance of features and price |
| 800 Series SHX78CM5N | $1,299–$1,499 | 42 | CrystalDry (zeolite) | 5-6 | PowerControl spray zones, dries plastics completely | Premium buyers who want top-tier drying |
| Benchmark Series SHX9PCM5N | $1,799–$1,999 | 38 | CrystalDry (zeolite) | 6 | Ball-bearing racks, lighting, more cycles | Buyers who want Bosch’s quietest, smoothest build |
* Retail pricing reflects late 2025 online listings; promotions may vary.
Bosch Drying Systems Explained
PureDry (100–300 Series)
Condensation drying using residual heat — simple but less effective on plastics.
AutoAir (500 Series)
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The door pops open at the end of the cycle, releasing steam for better drying.
CrystalDry (800 & Benchmark)
Uses zeolite minerals to absorb moisture and emit heat up to 176°F, drying even plastics better than any other dishwasher.
🔍 Read more: The Ultimate Bosch Dishwasher Comparison: 100, 300, 500, 800 & Benchmark Series Explained
Bosch vs. KitchenAid: Side-by-Side Comparisons
Under $1,000: Bosch 100 Series vs. KitchenAid 200 Series
| Bosch 100 Series | KitchenAid 200 Series | |
| Price Range | $749–$899 | $749–$999 |
| Noise | 46–50 dB | 44 dB |
| Tub Material | Stainless interior with plastic bottom | All stainless steel |
| Drying System | PureDry (condensation) | Heated dry / open air |
| Wash Action | PrecisionWash sensors | 3-level wash with 30+ jets |
| Racking | Lighter door, shallower racks | Sturdier racks, more depth |
| Cycles | 4–5 | 5 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
🧭 Verdict
At this price, KitchenAid clearly wins.
It’s quieter, sturdier, and fully stainless inside, while Bosch’s 100 Series still uses a plastic base and shallower racks.
Bosch’s Wi-Fi is nice, but KitchenAid’s quieter operation and stronger build make it the better dishwasher overall.
Around $1,200: Bosch 500 Series vs. KitchenAid 400 Series
| Bosch 500 Series (SHP65DP5N) | KitchenAid 400 Series (KDTS424PS) | |
| Price Range | $1,099–$1,299 | $949–$1,349 |
| Noise | 44 dB | 44 dB |
| Drying System | AutoAir (door opens) | ProDry fan + open air |
| Wash Action | PrecisionWash sensors | 4-level wash with 360° Max Jets |
| Racking | RackMatic adjustable racks | FreeFlex third rack, better top-rack flexibility Largest third rack |
| Cycles | 5 | 5–6 |
🧭 Verdict:
This one is a tie; both are excellent choices in this price range.
The Bosch 500 Series is popular for a reason. The AutoAir feature really works; the door opens to release steam.
While it is not as effective as Bosch’s Zeolite system, it still dries well. A flush install adds a nice touch.
The KitchenAid 400 Series edges ahead in racking flexibility with its FreeFlex third rack and four levels of wash action, though the top jets are smaller and gentler.
You do not get a flush installation, but you do get open-air drying and a larger third rack.
It comes down to price when you buy; whichever is cheaper is the better value.
$1,400–$1,600: Bosch 800 Series vs. KitchenAid 600 Series
| Bosch 800 Series (SHX78CM5N) | KitchenAid 600 Series (KDTS624SPS) | |
| Price Range | $1,299–$1,499 | $1,099–$1,499 |
| Noise | 42 dB | 44 dB |
| Drying System | CrystalDry (Zeolite) | ProDry fan + extended heat |
| Wash Action | PowerControl adjustable spray zones | 4-level wash with 360° Max Jets |
| Racking | Flexible third rack | FreeFlex rack, LED lighting |
| Cycles | 5-6 | 5-6 |
🧭 Verdict:
This one is close, but Bosch edges out KitchenAid.
The KitchenAid 600 Series mainly adds the ProDry fan system, which improves air circulation, and a larger third rack.
It is good, but Bosch’s CrystalDry system is the best in the industry. Many buyers also prefer the flush installation.
Bosch uses zeolite minerals that absorb moisture and release heat, converting humidity into dry air.
It outperforms even $3,800 Miele dishwashers.
The PowerControl system lets you wash delicate china and a lasagna pan in the same load by adjusting spray pressure independently.
If drying performance and wash flexibility matter most, the Bosch 800 Series is the better choice.
Which Dishwasher Should You Actually Buy?
⚡Quick answer: Choose Bosch if top drying and smart features matter most. Choose KitchenAid if you want the most flexible racks, larger usable space, and the quietest models under $1,000. Then pick based on today’s price and local service.
Both Bosch and KitchenAid make excellent dishwashers, and this is probably the most difficult comparison in the appliance industry.
Each brand has real strengths:
- Bosch leads in drying performance and smart features.
- KitchenAid offers better racking design, all-stainless interiors, and larger usable capacity.
Ultimately, it comes down to three things:
- What you really value. If you care most about drying, Bosch is hard to beat. If you want the most flexible racks and the quietest models under $1,000, KitchenAid is the way to go.
- What the price looks like when you buy. These two brands trade promotions constantly. A $1,199 Bosch today might be $999 next month, and vice versa. Always compare current prices before deciding.
- Who has the best local service. Both brands are reliable, but service is what matters most when something goes wrong. Check local reviews to see which one is better supported where you live.
At Yale Appliance, we service both Bosch and KitchenAid, so you can choose based on what fits your kitchen best — not which brand is easier to repair.
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You can see both Bosch and KitchenAid dishwashers in one of our six showrooms — Boston, Framingham, Hanover, Hyannis, Nantucket, or Norton.
In most cases, we can deliver the same or next day.
If you’re not sure which model fits your kitchen, our team can help you get it right the first time.
Call or schedule an appointment — and get honest advice before you buy.
Additional Resources
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