SHV9PCM3N and SHX9PCM5N perform similarly to the tested Benchmark SHP9PCM5N, although they may differ in price and features.

CR's Take

The Bosch Benchmark SHP9PCM5N takes about 150 minutes to run a normal cycle and does a very good job overall of removing stubborn messes, such as baked-on food. It has a sensor that monitors conditions during the cycle and automatically adjusts settings for more efficient cleaning. Most items come out of this dishwasher fairly dry, with only minor leftover moisture and little need for manual drying. It is very quiet throughout the cycle and is well-suited for open floor plans. For ease of use, we value clear interfaces, flexible loading options, and convenient features, and this dishwasher is hard to beat. It has a third rack, an adjustable upper rack, adjustable tines on the upper rack, and adjustable tines on the lower rack. It has a delay start feature in the app. It's operated using hidden controls on the top of the door and can also be controlled wirelessly from a smartphone. It displays the time remaining while running. Its energy efficiency is very good, costing about $76 per year to run.

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