Which is quieter, the Bosch 800 Series or the Whirlpool?

The Bosch 800 Series is rated 42 dB and the Whirlpool 47 dBA. That 5 dB gap is noticeable in an open kitchen, especially on night cycles.

Which dries plastic better?

The Bosch. CrystalDry uses zeolite to generate heat during drying, which handles plastic containers better than the Whirlpool's standard heated dry.

Is the Whirlpool worth buying over the Bosch?

If price is the deciding factor, yes. The Whirlpool is $527.00 at St. Louis Appliance Outlet as of November 3, 2026, and adds a third rack and 13 place settings. The Bosch wins on quiet and drying.

Does the Whirlpool work with Alexa or Google Assistant?

No. The Whirlpool specs list no app or voice assistant support. The Bosch 800 Series works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Siri.

How many place settings does the Bosch hold?

The provided specs do not state a place setting count for the Bosch. The Whirlpool is listed at 13 place settings.

Which one lasts longer?

Neither spec sheet gives a lifespan figure. Bosch 800 Series models are widely regarded as long-lived, but buy based on the warranty terms at the store you choose.

Bosch 800 Series Smart Dishwasher with CrystalDry (SGE78C55UC) vs Whirlpool 24" Top Control Built-In Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher with 3rd Rack, FingerPrint Resistant, and 47 dBA

Buy the Bosch 800 Series if quiet operation and drying performance matter most; buy the Whirlpool if you want a lower price. The Bosch is the quieter machine at 42 dB versus 47 dBA, and CrystalDry uses zeolite to dry plastics better than a standard heated dry. The Whirlpool's best new price is $527.00 at St. Louis Appliance Outlet as of November 3, 2026; no Bosch price was provided, so compare it against that figure before deciding.

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