Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N review

The Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N ranks second because it does almost everything well at a fair price. Its 42 dBA silence level is louder on paper than the top pick, and Bosch markets itself as the quietest dishwasher brand in the U.S. Bosch lists 16 place settings, PrecisionWash with a PowerControl spray arm, and CrystalDry, which Bosch says produces 20x drier dishes, a real advantage for plastics. A flexible third rack, EasyGlide racks and AquaStop leak protection come standard, and Home Connect adds remote start plus extra programs such as Hand Wash and Half Load. Annual use is listed at 240 kWh and 688 gallons. The pocket handle and top controls keep the front clean in a visible kitchen. Two caveats: Bosch's own store showed it out of stock when we checked, and it lacks the TimeLight floor projection of the Benchmark model. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Households that want a proven quiet dishwasher with strong drying and a hidden control panel.

Price

$1,499 on the Bosch US store when checked.

$1,499.00 Out of Stock Color : Stainless Steel Anti-fingerprint
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• 42 dBA silence level
• CrystalDry, which Bosch says gives 20x drier dishes
• PrecisionWash with PowerControl spray arm
• Flexible 3rd Rack for utensils and small items
• Home Connect Wi-Fi with remote start and extra programs

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: 16 place settings and an NSF certified Sanitize option
• Strength: CrystalDry drying is among the strongest documented here
• Strength: AquaStop leak protection is standard
• Weakness: 42 dBA is louder on paper than the 38 to 39 dBA models here
• Weakness: Bosch's own store listed it as out of stock when checked, so you may need a dealer
• Weakness: No TimeLight floor projection, so you cannot see at a glance when it is running

Key facts

• Price: $1,499 when checked
• Noise rating: 42 dBA
• Place settings: 16
• Annual energy use: 240 kWh

Where it ranks

Bosch 800 Series SHP78CM5N is No. 2 in our Best Quiet Dishwashers verdict.