SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher belongs to Bosch 100 series affordable dishwasher segment, 100 Series Dishwashers are Bosch’s entry-level dishwashers, they are affordable and come with basic Bosch features. This is our Bosch 100 series SHEM3AY55N dishwasher review
Bosch SHEM3AY55N dishwasher comes with 14 Place Setting Capacity and 6 Wash Cycles, and the Sanitize Option eliminates bacteria and enhances drying results.
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SHEM3AY55N Features and Essential Information
- Capacity: 14 Place Setting
- Tub: Plastic Tub
- Noise Level: 50 dBA
- 6 Wash Cycles and 2 Options
- Utility Rack
- Dimensions: 33 7/8″ x 23 9/16″ x 22 9/16″ (HxWxD)
- Type: Built-in
- ChildLock
- 24/7 Overflow Protection: It helps to prevent water leaks, even when your dishwasher is off.
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Bosch 100 series SHEM3AY55N Review

Design and Quality
Bosch 100 series SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher comes with a Recessed Handle and in a stainless steel color and also available in the below colors.
- Model Number: SHEM3AY52N (White)
- Model Number: SHEM3AY56N (Black)
This dishwasher comes with a stainless steel interior but with a plastic bottom. a plastic tub allows it to have a lower price than the other Bosch series models.
Design and Quality Rating 7/10
Capacity
SHEM3AY55N dishwasher has a 14 place setting capacity and 2 loading racks. This dishwasher comes with a utility Rack on the left side of the dishwasher, You can place those “hard to place” items on the utility Rack.

Bosch SHEM3AY55N dishwasher has provided a silverware basket that can fit all your cutlery and can be placed anywhere in the dishwasher, it leaves more room for plates and glasses.
Bosch SHEM3AY55N is spacious and ideal for medium-sized families with up to 4-5 members.
Capacity Rating: 09/10
SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher Cleaning Performance
SHEM3AY55N does a good job of cleaning at this price range. It offers 6 Wash programs (1 Hour, Auto, Hand Wash, Normal, Pots & Pans, Rinse) and Wash options include Sanitation.
Cleaning performance is not great as Bosch high-priced models but cleans almost 80% stains and one of the good cleaning dishwashers at this price range.
This dishwasher comes with a Sanitize wash option to eliminate Bacteria and enhances the cleaning.
Cleaning Performance Rating 8/10
Drying Performance
Bosch Entry-level dishwasher models always struggle with drying and the same for Bosch SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher. It’s recommended to use rinse aid for better drying performance.
Cleaning Performance Rating 6/10
Noise Level
Bosch is known as the quietest dishwasher brand in the US. Bosch SHEM3AY55N comes with 50 dB ratings, not quiet as other Bosch dishwasher series models but pretty quiet at an affordable price range.
Noise Level Rating 7/10

Energy Efficiency
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY55N dishwasher comes with a Tier 1 rating, the estimated annual energy consumption of about 269 kWh, and about 688 gallons per year Water Consumption. The estimated yearly energy cost is $35.
Energy Efficiency Rating 7/10
Pros and Cons of Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher
Pros
- Affordable Price
- Better cleaning performance than its competitors
- Utility Rack
Cons
- Plastic Tub
- Not good at drying.
- 3rd Rack
Final Verdict
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher offers decent cleaning performance with basic features. This dishwasher is spacious however drying and plastic bottom are the drawbacks of this dishwasher.
If you’re looking for an affordable Bosch dishwasher and you can live with a these drawbacks then you can consider buying this dishwasher.
If you can spend more $100 – $150 for 3rd rack and Rackmatic feature, you can check Bosch 100 series SHXM4AY55N
Bosch SHEM3AY55N Manual
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher Owner Manual : Download
Bosch SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher Installation Manual
Bosch SHEM3AY55N Installation Manual : Download
Similar Models With Different Colors
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY52N Review
Bosch 100 series SHEM3AY52N Dishwasher comes with a Recessed Handle and in white color. This SHEM3AY52N dishwasher price online starts around $499.

This dishwasher performs the same as Bosch SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher and the only difference is in color, Check the above review for performance details.
Bosch SHEM3AY52N Manual
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY52N Dishwasher Owner Manual : Download
Bosch SHEM3AY52N Dishwasher Installation Manual
Bosch SHEM3AY52N Installation Manual : Download
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY56N Review
SHEM3AY56N Dishwasher comes with a Scoop Handle and in Black color. This Bosch SHEM3AY56N dishwasher price online starts around $499.
This dishwasher performs the same as Bosch SHEM3AY55N Dishwasher and the only difference is in color and handle style, Check the above review for performance details.
Bosch SHEM3AY56N Manual
Bosch 100 Series SHEM3AY56N Dishwasher Owner Manual : Download
Bosch SHEM3AY56N Dishwasher Installation Manual
Bosch SHEM3AY52N Installation Manual : Download