I'm so happy to have this dishwasher.  It is a serious upgrade from previous brands that I have had.  Last night we ate dinner in the kitchen, just feet away while it was running.  We barely heard it.  The top third rack is so useful for silverware and small items and the adjustable middle rack has been helpful too.  The only (minor) downside is that the dishes are still a bit wet.  Of ccourse, plastic items will always be wet, but I thought that the stainless stell interior would aid in the drying.  I chose Bosch based on my in-laws experience with owning a Bosch diswasher for 9 years and still going strong.  Bosch has been a great appliance for me.  I justwish that they still made full-size laundry appliances.  My 15-year old Bosch washer and dryer aren't made anymore.