Dishwashers

Bosch 800 Plus Series SHV9PT53UC

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested Bosch 800 Plus Series SHE9PT55UC although it may differ in price and features.

Recall notice

In October 2017, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of almost 408,000 Bosch, Gaggenau, Jenn-Air, and Thermador dishwashers in addition to 149,000 additional units previously recalled in October 2015 because the power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard. For full details read the recall notice.

www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/BSH-Home-Appliances-Expands-Recall-of-Dishwashers

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CR Expert Take

How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model incorporates our expert lab test results, as well as ratings for that brand’s reliability and owner satisfaction from our annual product owner survey of members.

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Current Range of Tested Dishwashers

What goes into the Overall Score?

OWNER SURVEYS

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Lower Wash Performance

/ 5

Upper Wash Performance

/ 5

Ease of use

/ 5

Drying

/ 5

Energy use

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

Washing

/ 5

Convenience

/ 5

Water efficiency

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Cycle time (min.)

/ 5

About

The Bosch 800 Plus Series SHV9PT53UC is part of the Dishwashers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Dishwashers models like the 800 Plus Series SHV9PT53UC are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Lower Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the lower rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Upper Wash Performance: A high score means dishes on the upper rack come out cleaner, even with baked-on food.

Ease of use: A high score means a clear interface and more features including flexible loading options and self-cleaning filters. Top scoring models are simple to operate and have more convenient features.

Brand Reliability & Satisfaction

#? in Reliability of all Dishwasher Brands

Did the brand perform consistently well over time?

PREDICTED RELIABILITY SCORE

/ 100

Predicted brand reliability scores are based on the likelihood of newly purchased dishwashers experiencing a problem, adjusted for extended warranty or service contract status and product usage, by the end of the 5th year of ownership. Higher scores mean better reliability. Ranked #? of 27

Would our members recommend this brand?

OWNER SATISFACTION SCORE

/ 100

Brand owner satisfaction scores are based on how likely owners are to recommend their dishwasher to their friends and family. Ranked #? of 27

Source: Consumer Reports' 2023, 2024, and 2025 Spring Surveys

Features & Specs

Features

Ample flatware slots

Yes

Adjustable upper rack

Yes

Adjustable tines

Yes

Displays remaining time

Yes

Interior material

stainless-steel

Requires custom door panel

Self-cleaning filter

WiFi

Stainless/SS-look option

Door lock

Sensor

Yes

Hidden controls

Some

Bosch 800 Plus Series SHV9PT53UC

CR Expert Take

Overall Score

What goes into the Overall Score?

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