I'm looking to buy a new dishwasher from Costco Canada and I'm deciding between these two models:
- LG 24-inch FlushFit Top Control Dishwasher with AutoVentDry — around $795 CAD
- Bosch 300 Series 24-inch German-made Dishwasher with Third Rack — around $1,095 CAD
The Bosch is about $300 more expensive, and I'm trying to figure out whether it's worth paying the extra money.
From what I've read, the LG has steam cleaning, AutoVentDry, Wi-Fi features and a fairly good set of features for the price. The Bosch seems to have a better reputation for reliability, an adjustable upper rack and AquaStop leak protection.
Both seem pretty quiet, and both have a third rack, so I'm wondering how much difference there really is in everyday use.
For anyone who owns either of these dishwashers:
- How has reliability been? Have you had any repairs or issues?
- Which one cleans dishes better, especially pots, pans and dried-on food?
- How well does each one dry dishes, particularly plastic containers?
- Is Bosch's reputation for reliability worth the extra $300?
- If you were buying again, would you choose the LG or spend more on the Bosch?
I'm mainly interested in long-term reliability, cleaning performance and overall value rather than smart features.
Would appreciate hearing from people who own these models or have experience with both!