Bosch SHX68R55UC Review

Bosch
SHX68R55UC
800 Series
Place Settings: 14
Width: 24" Built-In
MSRP: $1199

Sanitize

Cycles

9

& Options

Energy

234

kWh Per Yr

Water

624

Gal Per Yr

Sound

44

dbA

Cost

$1199

MSRP

Ratings Guide

Best

Better

Good

Fair

Poor

Dishwasher Pros and Cons Summary
Cleaning	BETTER - Uses a high temperature sanitizing rinse to help remove deposits and bacteria. High temperature water coupled with the right detergent is one of the keys to getting your dishes and silverware clean and disinfected.	✔
Cycles	GOOD - Cycles and options is about average for a new dishwasher. The more cycles and options you have to choose from, the better the chance of getting your particular dishes clean, and making your life a little more convenient.
Energy	BEST - Estimated annual electricity use is 14% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Bosch dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water	BEST - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Sound	BEST - Ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST noise suppression with sound levels that are 13% lower than average. It is 7 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher).	✔
Cost	FAIR - Ranks in the bottom 15% of new higher-cost dishwashers for FAIR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1199 is 43% higher than average. The Bosch SHX68R55UC is priced about $357 more than average.

Cleaning Ratings
Spray Jets	No Spray Jets - High pressure water spray jets are not available with the SHX68R55UC model. Jets are featured on about 35% of new dishwashers and are effective on dishes with baked-on food or grease.
High Temp	High-Temp Option - Includes the option to choose a high-temperature wash cycle. Really hot water is one of the most important ingredients for dissolving hardened food and producing clean dishes.	✔
Steam	No Steam Option - Like most new dishwashers, this model does not have the capability to generate steam. High-temperature water vapor can be an effective means of loosening baked-on or dried food deposits.
Wash Levels	5 Wash Levels - Standard number of wash levels that allow streams of water to saturate dishes from many different angles and directions. More wash levels promotes more thorough cleaning.	✔
Sensor Washing	Sensor Washing - Uses one or more sensors to measure soil content, load level, and/or water temperature. The Bosch SHX68R55UC sensors automatically make adjustments to ensure optimum cleaning.	✔
Sanitize Cycle	Sanitize Cycle - Includes a sanitary cycle that is NSF certified to remove 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Water temperatures reach approximately 150-degrees to help disinfect your dishes.	✔
Cycles & Options	9 Cycles & Options - Cycles and options is about average for a new dishwasher. The more cycles and options you have to choose from, the better the chance of getting your particular dishes clean, and making your life a little more convenient.
Food Disposer	No Food Disposer - Does not include an integrated food disposer that can help keep the wash water clean and free of debris. About 50% of new dishwashers are designed with a hard or soft food disposer.
Water Softener	No Water Softener - Does not have a built-in water softener that can condition the water and remove minerals and impurities. Integrated softeners are only found on about 10% of new dishwashers.

Drying Ratings
Heated Dry	Heated Dry - Includes an option to dry the dishes faster with an internal heating element. Heated drying can also help to reduce spotting on dishes and especially glassware. Available on most new dishwashers.	✔
Tub Material	Stainless Steel Tub - Stainless steel interior dries dishes faster and more efficiently through natural processes. Stainless steel retains heat and condenses water; properties not found with plastic tubs.	✔
Concealed Element	Concealed Element - Heating element is concealed or recessed away from the main dish loading area. Helps prevent accidental melting of plastic dishes that sometimes extend through the lower rack.	✔

Loading Ratings
No. of Racks	2 Racks - The Bosch SHX68R55UC has a standard 2-rack design with both upper and lower loading racks. Only about 10% of new dishwashers have an additional 3rd rack that can be used for cups and smaller items.	✔
Spray Arms	Towerless - Uses a superior spray arm design instead of a central tower located in the middle of the bottom rack. Spray arms provide more wash levels and don't waste rack space or limit loading flexibility.	✔
Adjustable Racks	Adjustable - One or more of the racks can be adjusted to move up, down, and/or tilt. Adjustable racks allow you to create additional room for larger items. Provides flexibility for family gatherings.	✔
Removable Racks	Not Removable - The racks cannot be removed. Little less convenient for those occasions when you have huge items that won't fit with both racks installed. Only about 30% of new dishwashers have this feature.
Fold-Down Tines	Fold-Down Tines - Divider tines positioned vertically in the rack can be folded down to help secure loose dishes or create additional horizontal space for larger items. Provides greater loading flexibility.	✔
Cup Shelf	Cup / Stemware Shelf - Includes an additional shelf for stacking coffee mugs or to secure delicate stemware. Nice feature that allows you to load lots of glasses to help with your after-party clean-up.	✔
Silverware Basket	Premium Silverware Basket - The silverware basket has extra features such as being movable, dividable, or fitted with covered slots. A flexible silverware basket makes loading or unloading the Bosch SHX68R55UC a little easier.	✔
Utility Container	Utility Container - Includes an extra utility basket or tray for utensils and cutlery. Good for odd items that don't fit in the silverware basket such as grill tongs, butcher knives, stirring spoons, and more.	✔
Detergent Dispenser	No Detergent Reservoir - Uses a standard detergent dispenser that you fill each time you run a cycle. Less than 5% of new dishwashers have reservoirs that can hold multiple cycles of detergent.

Capacity Ratings
Place Settings	14 Settings - Number of place settings is 2% higher than average and ranks in the top 20% of new dishwashers for BETTER loading capacity. Convenient for larger families or if you simply like to run the dishwasher less often.	✔
Tub Size	Tall Tub - Super-capacity tall-tub design with about 20% more interior room than standard-size tubs. The Bosch SHX68R55UC additional tub height allows you to load more place settings as well as taller items in the racks.	✔

Noise Ratings
Sound Level	44 dbA - Ranks in the top 5% of new dishwashers for BEST noise suppression with sound levels that are 13% lower than average. It is 7 dbA quieter than average (a 3 dbA difference is like doubling the distance from the dishwasher).	✔

Efficiency Ratings
Energy Star	Energy Star - The Bosch SHX68R55UC is Energy Star qualified according to the latest criteria. Over 80% of new dishwashers are Energy Star rated so it's important to look at the energy and water ratings.	✔
Energy Rating	234 kWh - Estimated annual electricity use is 14% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST power usage. This Bosch dishwasher is more energy efficient than most new dishwashers.	✔
Water Rating	624 Gal - Estimated annual water usage of 624 gallons is 18% lower than average and ranks in the top 1% of new dishwashers for BEST water efficiency. It uses about 132 gallons less water annually than the average new dishwasher.	✔
Energy Saver	Energy-Saver Cycle - The Bosch SHX68R55UC allows you to select a quick-wash or energy-save cycle that uses lower temperatures, less water, and/or a shorter time for lightly-soiled dishes. Helps save water and energy.	✔
Half Load	Half-Load Option - You can save water and energy by washing a partial load in just one of the racks. Save money and help the environment when you only have cups and glasses or a small load to wash.	✔
Delay Start	Delay Start Option - Includes an energy-saving option to run the dishwasher overnight or during off-peak energy hours when electric utility rates are often substantially less. Or simply run while you're gone.	✔
CEE Tier 1	CEE Tier 1 - Super-efficient dishwasher that is qualified Tier 1 by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency. This model exceeds the federal Energy Star criteria with an Energy Factor rating of 0.92.	✔

Style Ratings
Exterior	Stainless Steel - Stainless steel door panels are currently the most popular style and provide a sleek, modern look. Stainless steel is durable and fashionable, but takes a little more effort to keep clean.	✔
Interior	Stainless Steel - The Bosch SHX68R55UC stainless steel tub and door lining is stain-resistant, rust-resistant, durable, and less likely to absorb odors. Steel's natural condensation property also helps to dry dishes faster.	✔
Controls	All-Digital Integrated Controls - Touch-pad, all-digital control console is fully integrated (hidden) on the top door edge for a clean, seamless look from the front. Currently the most popular door style.	✔
Display	Digital Display - The Bosch SHX68R55UC control console includes a digital display that shows cycle time remaining or other pertinent operating information that helps you monitor the wash.	✔

Cost Ratings
MSRP	$1199 - Ranks in the bottom 15% of new higher-cost dishwashers for FAIR affordability. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $1199 is 43% higher than average. The Bosch SHX68R55UC is priced about $357 more than average.

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