Bosch 500 Series SHP65CM5N vs LG QuadWash Front Control Dishwasher LDFC2423V

Buy the Bosch 500 Series if quiet operation, drying and long-term reliability matter most. Its 44 dB rating, AutoAir drying and top touch controls draw strong owner praise, and its 4.7 rating from far more reviewers signals fewer complaints. The LG LDFC2423V is the value pick: a stainless tub, QuadWash arms, a third rack and a 10-year direct drive motor warranty, but it runs louder and its 3.9 rating reflects more mixed owner reports.

• Choose the Bosch 500 Series if you want the quietest wash, top-mounted controls that stay out of reach of small kids, and drying that works without a heating element.
• Choose the LG LDFC2423V if you want front controls, a rust-resistant stainless tub, four spray arms and a long motor warranty at a lower tier.