Dishwasher Review: The Bosch SHE45M02UC Dishwasher

The Bosch Evolution 500 series SHE45M02UC dishwasher is ENERGY STAR qualified. Most dishwashers claim to use less water than if you wash dishes by hand. Needless to say, a dishwasher is a timesaving appliance for an on-the-go individual.

Bosch dishwashers are famous for their nearly silent performance. The amount of insulation surrounding the dishwasher tub helps to reduce the noise you hear while your dishes wash. Simply stated -- thicker insulation makes the dishwasher quieter. The Bosch SHE45M02UC boasts a 51 dB quiet operation. This dishwasher is covered by several layers of insulation. Another reason they are so quiet is because they have a suspended two pump motor system. These two small pumps create less noise and vibration than one large pump.

Dishwashers use very hot water to clean and sanitize the dishes. This model has automatic temperature control wash and rinse cycles. According to NSF certification the Bosch SHE45M02UC kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria.

This extra large capacity dishwasher holds 14 place settings. It has a stainless steel tub and nylon racks. There are four wash cycles. These include the Power Scrub Plus and Quick Wash (thirty minutes) cycles. An added safety feature is the CHILDLOCK button which keeps children from accidentally changing the cycles. It also offers a delayed wash timer -- an energy efficient option if you choose to wash dishes at night when rates tend to be lower. The filter is self cleaning.

This economical appliance has the ECOSENSE wash system that determines the soil level. Just the right amount of water is added to each load and the wash time is adjusted accordingly. It may reduce energy usage by up to 20%.

This dishwasher also has an AQUASTOP leak protection system. If any leaks are detected in the base the dishwasher will shut down and automatically drain the water. The advantage of this system is the protection of your floor.

Fold down tines provide more flexibility for stacking a variety of dishes. This model has tines that fold down on both the upper and lower racks. The racks themselves can be adjusted to hold various sized items. There is also the option to fill and wash a load using only the upper rack.

Lowes offers the Bosch SHE45M02UC for $748.00. Sears markets the same dishwasher for $799.99. If there is no emergency and you simply want to upgrade watch the newspaper ads and on-line websites for sale pricing. Always check if there may be a rebate offered for your new appliance. It can significantly reduce the purchase price, too.

There is a two year limited Manufacturer's Warranty. There is an extended protection plan available for an additional charge.

Unless you are a do-it-yourself person you will need a professional to install your dishwasher. The delivery and installation of your new dishwasher will likely be an added expense.

Good luck shopping for your new dishwasher!