Bosch SHX65CM5N 24 inch 500 Series Smart Bar Handle Built-In Dishwasher with 16 Place Setting, Flexible 3rd Rack, Rackmatic, PrecisionWash, Home Connect, Stainless Steel Tub, InfoLight, in Stainless Steel

SHX65CM5N 24" 500 Series Smart Bar Handle Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher by Bosch comes with 16 Place Setting and Flexible 3rd Rack for all your dishwashing needs.  Discover Bosch's PrecisionWash® dishwasher, designed for effortless cleaning with precision spray arms and a sanitize option that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria. The innovative AutoAir® feature enhances drying by automatically releasing the door at the end of the cycle, allowing fresh air in for 40% drier dishes. Operating at just 44 dBA, Bosch is the quietest dishwasher brand in the U.S., perfect for anytime use. Equipped with the 24/7 AquaStop® system to detect leaks and passing 485 quality checks, this dishwasher ensures durability and reliability. Enjoy added convenience with a flexible 3rd rack, adjustable RackMatic®, and ENERGY STAR® certification for energy efficiency. Plus, the Wi-Fi enabled Home Connect® feature streamlines cycle selection, while the EasyGlide™ rack system guarantees smooth operation. Upgrade your kitchen with Bosch for a smarter, cleaner experience!

Features:

500 Series Dishwasher 24'' Stainless steel

• A smarter clean with PrecisionWash®
• AutoAir® automatically releases the door at the end of the drying cycle to let fresh air in.
• So quiet at 44 dBA, InfoLight® shines on the floor so you know the dishwasher is running.
• AquaStop® leak protection prevents water damage 24/7.
• 485 quality checks on every dishwasher.

When your dishes are done, so are you.
With Bosch's PrecisionWash®, simply start your dishwasher and walk away. Precision spray arms target tough, stuck-on food while a sanitize option eliminates 99.9% of bacteria for a reliable clean, every time.

AutoAir®. A little fresh air equals a lot more dry.
AutoAir® on the Bosch 500 Series dishwashers automatically releases the door at the end of the cycle to let moisture escape and fresh air in for 40% drier dishes.* Now, dry your dishes with a whole new air of confidence.*Based on average drying performance of Bosch Dishwashers with AutoAir® after seven hours as compared to Bosch Dishwashers with PureDry®.

Remarkably quiet operation at 44 dBA
A range of technologies makes Bosch the quietest dishwasher brand in the U.S.* with impressively low decibel levels. For you, that means never having to wait until going to bed to run the dishwasher.*Based on an average of sound ratings of 24" Full Size Stainless Steel Tub dishwashers contained in major brands websites. Major brands defined as TraQline Top 5 Market Share December 2021.

24/7 AquaStop®
A leak is the last thing you want to happen to your kitchen floors. AquaStop® features additional sensors to ensure that potential leaks are quickly detected and contained.

Quality in every detail.
Every dishwasher must pass 485 quality checks--including running every single one with water--before leaving the factory. So you can rest assured that your dishwasher is built to withstand whatever life throws your way.

Flexible 3rd Rack
Our Flexible third rack features expandable wings that easily lower to accommodate more of your deeper items, while adjustable tines let you customize the rack’s loading space to fit awkward bulky items.

RackMatic®
RackMatic® adjustable upper rack easily adjusts to 9 different positions to allow taller items like stemware to fit, while leaving room for pots and pans below.

ENERGY STAR® certified
This Bosch dishwasher is ENERGY STAR® certified and meets or exceeds federal guidelines, for year-round energy savings

Enhance your cleaning experience with Wi-Fi enabled Home Connect.
Smart Cycle takes the guesswork out of cycle selection by quickly helping you identify and save the best program combination for your needs. Now you can clean smarter, not harder – only with Home Connect.

EasyGlide™ rack system
Quality materials and design make the EasyGlide rack system smooth, so you get an effortless feel with every pull--even when the rack is fully loaded.

✅ Pros

🔇 Ultra‑Quiet Operation (≈44 dBA)

• Super quiet, so much so you’ll rarely notice it’s running, aside from the InfoLight beneath it

🧼 Reliable Cleaning Power

• Bosch’s PrecisionWash® with smart sensors delivers consistently clean results.
• Review lab tests show Auto and Heavy cycles removed ~95% of stains; Speed 60 got 90% cleanliness in 60 min – solid performance

🍽 Smart & Flexible Interior

• 16-place setting capacity with a customizable third rack featuring fold-down edges and adjustable tines.
• RackMatic® upper rack offers 9-position adjustability and even tilting

🌬 Efficient Drying with AutoAir®

• AutoAir® automatically releases the door at cycle end to improve drying by about 40%.

🌐 Smart Features & Build Quality

• Home Connect® app enables remote start, cycle monitoring, notifications, Smart Cycle mode and half-load options
• Stainless steel tub, 24/7 AquaStop leak protection, InfoLight, and Energy Star certified

❌ Cons

⚠️ Cycle Inconsistency

• The Normal cycle occasionally underperforms compared to Auto or Heavy—some runs failed to fully clean.

👆 Touch Controls Occasionally Lag

• Control panel buttons can be slow to respond, sometimes taking >2 seconds to register inputs.

🕒 Mid‑Tier Drying—No Zeolite

• While AutoAir enhances drying, it doesn't match the full drying quality of Bosch’s CrystalDry systems in higher-tier models

✅ Conclusion

The Bosch SHX65CM5N 500 Series offers a premium mid-tier experience—quiet operation, robust cleaning, smart flexibility, and dependable drying via AutoAir—all backed by Bosch’s smart features and solid construction.

🟢 Ideal if you want:

• A nearly invisible, whisper-quiet dishwasher
• Smart controls, notifications, and customizable wash cycles
• Flexible loading with a third rack
• Effective cleaning in less time than entry-level models

🔴 Consider alternatives if:

• You desire perfect drying (including plastics)—the 800 Series with CrystalDry performs better
• You prefer immediate control responses—touch panel can be sluggish
• You want cycle reliability without variability—Normal cycle may not always be consistent

Bottom line: A compelling choice in the $1,100–1,200 range, the SHX65CM5N delivers strong Bosch performance with smart convenience. If you seek top-of-line drying and flawless consistency, you might step up to the 800 Series. Let me know if you'd like a comparison!