The Great Dishwasher Debate: Miele Versus Bosch
As we’ve mentioned before, we’re currently subletting a desk in an architecture office, so occasionally there’s some chit-chat going on around us that is relevant to the blog. Yesterday, a debate broke out about dishwashers. After the dust settled, the clear consensus was that Miele (pictured) is far and away the best, both in terms…
As we’ve mentioned before, we’re currently subletting a desk in an architecture office, so occasionally there’s some chit-chat going on around us that is relevant to the blog. Yesterday, a debate broke out about dishwashers. After the dust settled, the clear consensus was that Miele (pictured) is far and away the best, both in terms of function and noise. Bosch, which is what we have in our kitchen, was the second choice. So that got us wondering what readers experiences have been with these two brands as well as other, less expensive ones. We’ve set up a brief poll to see what brand readers have at home and encourage people to discuss the pros and cons in the comments section.
Dishwasher Poll [Survey Monkey]
I didnt know this website was so elitist!!!
It gets to the point where the next topic is going to be >>
“Which is better? Petrossian or Caviarteria? You decide.”
I have the Fisher and Paykel dish drawers. I see them in many new renovations. They are fantastic. I have zero complaints about mine. They are by far the best dishwasher I’ve ever owned.
I bought a miele for a place I owned two houses ago, it was the best dishwasher I’ve owned or used. The only sound it made was when the water drained into the pipe beneth the sink. But the stainlees steel door (exterior) pitted (defective or cheap steel) and had to be buffed periodically – a pain. The dealer offered to replace the shell – but I sold the place before I got around to it. I’m now waiting for my kitchenaid in this new place to die so I can get another miele. By the way, their vacs are the best too.
I have the 18″ wide Miele – very quiet, and the size made it ideal for my tiny kitchen. That said, there is NO WAY it was worth $1,200+
I’ve got two words that say why the Miele rules the roost:
Cutlery tray.
Is it just me – or would it seem that those folks trumpeting one of these fancy brands for their low energy/water usage are the same people who have those big expensive shower heads and use more resources for 1 shower that my cheap dishwasher uses in a month.
“The Asko also uses much less water and energy and only a tablespoon of soap.”
The Bosch only used a TB of soap, too. You say “less water and energy” but less than what – do you have numbers?
x at May 3, 2007 12:55 PM:
I’m sure the brand was CALORIC. Their appliances are in almost every old apartment, and the dishwasher is mind-numbingly loud.
The Asko also uses much less water and energy and only a tablespoon of soap.