Miele and Bosch have been brand favourites for a high-quality, quiet and high-end dishwasher for many years. Some people are brand loyal, but if you're trying to decide between the two, it can be a tough decision.
Below we explore both Miele and Bosch dishwasher qualities, including their key features and what they have in common. To start, both companies were born in Germany. Miele continues to be German engineered and built but Bosch moved to the USA many years ago.
Key features in both Miele & Bosch:
- Super water and energy efficient
- Standard 24”, 18” and ADA sizes available
- Built-in water softener (some models)
- More advanced anti-leak systems
- Flexible racks
- Cutlery tray
- Interior lights (some models)
- Very quiet
- Stainless steel interior
- Advanced drying systems
- Stainless steel, white, panel ready models
- Plug in installation
Miele
- Entry models have a fully stainless interior
- Self-dispensing detergent, so you don’t need to add detergent and it delivers the amount needed per load
- Self-cleaning filter (none to remove in some models)
- Offers a 10 year parts and labour warranty (separate cost)
- Knock to open for a no handle design (some models)
- Open door drying so even plastic may dry
- Engineered and tested to last 20 years use
- Comes with 1 year warranty, and option to purchase 5 total or 10 total from Miele through retailer at time of purchase.
Bosch
- Entry models have a partial stainless interior with a plastic polymer bottom
- Info-light (light beam on the floor letting you know the cycle is done)
- Black stainless (one model)
- More selection in 18” category
- Comes with 1 year warranty, and option to purchase additional 2, 3 or 4 years from retailer
All in all, both brands are well respected and favoured for their dishwashers. Miele is no doubt the higher end of the two brands. If one is comparing entry models, the Miele is favourable in construction but Bosch may win by price when they are on sale.