I just installed my second Bosch.

That's the direction I was going. What model and do you like it?

+1 for a Bosch. I have an 800-series panel-ready with a custom panel. Controls are on the top (hidden), and there's a red light that shines on the floor while it's running. (The light is needed because we don't hear the DW running over our music, and we're not exactly rocking the house.)

This is the current model, but my old one was more a middle of the line one.

https://www.bosch-home.com/us/productslist/dishwashers/front-controls/SHEM78W55N?breadcrumb=frontcontrols_us

I really like the third rack which is not just a Bosch feature and the better loading options than my over a decade old model.

This custom designed kitchen was installed with a Bosch Dishwasher, the buyer and team were extremely pleased with the quality and operation.

The above Bosch dishwasher was the Model SHPM65W55SS

Pretty kitchen, Thank you so much.

Bosch 800 series, love it. Super quiet and functional.

OMG - That's sad but funny, too. I thought of David Foster Wallace's "Consider the Lobster." For those of you who haven't read it, you'll love the article. https://genius.com/David-foster-wallace-consider-the-lobster-annotated

Thank you for explaining all that and for the heads-up re the buttons. That would annoy me. I'm going to Lowes now to see what they have.

Most of the Bosch dishwashers are actually pretty easy and intuitive to use.

From Left to right, You press ON, You press the Cycle you want and push start. Your done!!!

Not Complicated at all, and no manual required. In fact most customers I go to, if I ask for their dishwasher manual it's given to me in the sealed plastic bag. I tell my customers to just use the Auto cycle because it will use all the sensors and give great results everytime.

i have to agree with Jakvis, I never read my Bosch manual, I just started using it. Super intuitive to use and not that many buttons.

I have yet to open my new Bosch manuaL...I am managing just fine using it. However, I did not want hidden controls so chose the model with the controls under the recessed handle.

Higher end Bosch, not the cheapest ones but not necessarily the most expensive.

Still, just get a Bosch.

Well, I hated my Bosch. It wasn't cranky nor did it break down. It was just so very noisy. We had 2 different techs out and they just shrugged their shoulders and said that it is what it is.

Also, the dishes were never really clean.

Now I have a Maytag and what a difference! My dishes are spotless AND it's quiet.

Just be sure to measure carefully that your new dishwasher is exactly the same size as the one being replaced. We were frustrated that we could never keep straight the Kitchen Aid dishwasher the previous owners had installed. When I replaced my kitchen ovens I asked the installer to look at it. He said that probably the original dishwasher was a GE (the ovens were GE) which is 1/4 inch narrower than the Kitchen Aid with the result that the installers shoved the Kitchen Aid in and it would continually wiggle with use until it wasn't straight. My new GE dishwasher fits perfectly. I love it, but have no way to compare it to a Bosch.

Dishwashers should be anchored to the cabinetry which prevents them from wiggling.

Happy with Bosch - easy peasy, works just as described above - no need to reference the manual. Also had top of the line MIele in previous home. I would not choose Miele again - underwhelming and not a great value at double the price of my 800 series Bosch. I also have a 15+ year old Bosch at my vacation home and also very happy with that one - a pretty basic model I think. Also no manual required to operate.

"From Left to right, You press ON, You press the Cycle you want and push start. Your done!!!"

Nope, that doesn't work, but I wish...

PippaBean, perhaps post a pic of your control panel.

Bosch 100 Series SHXM4AY55N or Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY55N both good performers at Home Depot. Choose based on price and features. Don't want to spend much? Whirlpool WDF520PADM for $450 at HD.

Thanks for the budget friendly recommendations Lawrence Sprowls--- I looked at them and while I am a Whirlpool fan, that one has decibels of 55 which to me is too loud. I try to get 50 or below. The Bosch you suggested meets that requirement at 48.

For me, that is one thing I look at to determine if it's a contender.

Thank you, everyone. I purchased the Bosch SHXM4AY5N last night at Lowes. My decision was based on it's appearance and noise level. It's 48dba is a little higher than I wanted, but the salesman said the difference between the 48 and 42 (the other machine I considered) was so inconsequential. I also preferred its handle even though I'll now have mismatched handles in the kitchen. Another thing I liked was that it's fingerprint resistant (but not sure the stainless steel is a shade different [worried there] and that it has InfoLight shine on the floor so you know it's actually running. Lastly, the price was very reasonable - $540 for the dishwasher, with the add-ons (hose, kit, power cord, installation) a total of $919.58.

You were all so very helpful in making this an easy decision. Thank you again.

That's great peaceofhome. I had no idea about the infolight- that is awesome.

On another point, isn't it amazing how much the install and extras are? but that is pretty much for any dishwasher.

To me, the handles are so insignificant.

I am sure you will be delighted. I am seriously going to consider that one.

Glad to have helped.

Pipabean, if you have your model number and can post it I think there are several of us that can help you.

At Lowes/DC the Bosch SHXM4AY55N is $640 and the SHEM3AY55N is $512. Home Depot charges $150 for delivery, installation and parts (Lowes doesn't show those online) so the $919 seems high.

The 919 includes taxes, installation 189, and 3 parts $50 and the dishwasher 640.00