Bosch vs JennAir dishwasher

2 years ago

I have a Bosch 800 series on order. No ETA; appliance guy says Bosch is waiting on a specific part. And this little independent appliance store currently has over 700 orders for the Bosch, some waiting for more than a year.

I have time; cabinet install is mid-July.

He's suggesting a Jenn Air Lustre. It looks quiet and is slightly more than the Bosch. But I've never had a Jenn Air dishwasher, so I'm looking for some feedback on whether it's a good option.

And if it isn't a good option, I'm looking for suggestions. Standard 24", stainless interior, 3rd rack, recessed handle.

Thanks in advance!

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boba1

2 years ago

The Jenn Aire dishwasher is simply a Whirlpool/KitchenAid dishwasher.

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missb_remodeling
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2 years ago
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Caroline Hamilton
2 years ago
I would wait for the Bosch...the 800 is the best dishwasher I have ever owned...hands-down. I have 3 of them (2 in my regular house, one in my beach house). I was able to get a Bosch 800 two months ago. Look at other sources.
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I know this is going to sounds nuts, but I don't think I have ever HATED an appliance, or anything or anyone, for that matter, as much as I hate my dishwasher. Consider this a public service announcement. Right out of the box, it was a complete pain, it never really got my dishes clean, no matter what. And the machine was expensive to boot! Approximately $1300-what was I thinking? This supposedly state of the art dishwasher does not do its job. I have to rinse (practically wash) everything before putting it in the dishwasher. If I don't, everything will come out with baked on food - with every cycle, including sanitize or heavy wash! And every cycle is an eternity...not one "quick wash" cycle. Before our house burned down, I had a Bosch, which I loved dearly. I would never have broken up with my beloved Bosch, but for the unfortunate fire. I could put dishes and silverware directly into the dishwasher without ever rinsing them off and they would come out sparkling clean. Isn't that what you expect from a dishwasher! I have to basically wash everything before putting it in the crappy JennAir dishwasher, and many times wash it all again after I remove things from it! I have tried it all, dishwasher cleaners, vinegar, dishwasher detergent with phosphates, dishwasher "boosters", JetDry. I am disgusted, and I think I have been beaten. I want my Bosch back, boo hoo! I understand that this is supposed to be more "green" and use less water. Hello, JennAir??? If I am essentially washing one load THREE times, that is a tremendous waste of water! Nothing green about it. About the only nice things I can say are that it is an attractive appliance, and very quiet. But I don't need something pretty, quietly sitting there, taking its sweet time, NOT doing it's job in my home! (I've worked with enough people like that!) I have contacted Jenn Air, their customer service is awful and dismissive...they got my money, won't do anything further and they don't care about pleasing the customer...simply awful.
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wdccruise
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Jenn-Air is a Whirlpool brand. The Whirlpool WDTA50SAKZ ($836) is very similar to the Jenn-Air JDPSG244LS "Lustre" ($1400) except for appearance. CR tested the Whirlpool model and while it did not receive a recommended rating, it did wash well and is quiet. Owners at Home Depot and Best Buy like it, it's available and well-priced.
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HU-16168550092
2 years ago
The new JennAirs are very similar to the new and well regarded Kitchenaid models. The JennAir will be as quiet as the Bosch and its racks are for some users; easier to load that those in the Bosch. Also, check to see which brands offer the most convenient service for each of the brands.
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Jesse R.
last year
I have a JennAir Trifecta DW (JDPSS244LL) and I think it's very quiet and does a great cleaning job. No complaints so far. I previously had a KitchenAid and like someone else said they are the same company and the dishwashers are very similar. I purchased a JennAir since we did an all-JennAir appliance package during a recent kitchen renovation.
Robin S
last year
We had a Bosch and replaced with JennAir when we renovated our kitchen. It’s literally the ONE decision I regret!! Our older Bosch cleaned so much better than our brand new JennAir.
kchamousis
last year
We have the Bosch 800 dishwasher and also have a Bosch refrigerator. We had to place a call to customer service for a reason I can't remember and Bosch took care of the problem easily and quickly. So ... great dishwasher AND great customer service.
Buehl
last year
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We had a Kitchen Aid DW that was awful. We replaced it with a Bosch 800 series and love it! With the KA, we had to wash everything on heavy duty to have any hope of most dishes coming out clean. With the Bosch, everything comes out clean first time on the "Automatic" cycle.

Based on my experience, I don't recommend KA (or others made by the same people), but others may disagree.

ETA:

"The KitchenAid brand is owned by Whirlpool Corporation. Its sister brands include Maytag, Amana, JennAir, and Whirlpool."
wdccruise
last year
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KitchenAid/Whirlpool/Jennair (and many other) dishwashers have a two-part detergent dispenser, one part for pre-wash and one part for main wash. If you use detergent pods, only the main wash will have detergent; the pre-wash will have only water and that's when dishes are the dirtiest. Solution: use a powder detergent such as Cascade Complete and put some in each dispenser.
boba1
last year
Here's what I do as I start my Bosch. I put a pod in the dispenser that's covered. then I put a small amount of Cascade liquid or powder on the door for a prewash.

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