Bosch Third Rack Dishwashers

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Bosch Third Rack DishwashersBosch Third Rack dishwashers deliver outstanding loading convenience and increased capacity, easily accommodating hard-to-fit items that usually clutter a standard two-rack model. Whether you are tidying up after a quick family breakfast or cleaning up a dinner party, you have the flexibility to handle any load. To match your unique kitchen needs, Bosch offers two distinct third rack designs.Shop all Third Rack Dishwashers

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Maximize Space for Effortless Dishwashing: Bosch 3 Rack DishwashersWith two versatile designs, Bosch 3-rack dishwashers offer the perfect space for flatware, utensils, and small bowls. Combine this with the RackMatic® adjustable middle rack and fold-down FlexSpace™ tines to effortlessly fit larger items. Experience the ultimate convenience and loading flexibility designed to accommodate any kind of load with ease.

Flexible and Standard Third Rack Options

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The Flexible third rackOur 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.View all Flexible 3rd Rack Dishwashers

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The Standard third rackAnything but standard, the standard third rack provides the perfect space for flatware, large utensils, measuring cups, and more. It’s unique V shape leaves room on the middle rack for taller items like stemware.View all Standard 3rd Rack Dishwashers

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What is a Third Rack Dishwasher?Located at the top of the dishwasher, a third rack offers enhanced loading flexibility for flatware, utensils, and measuring cups, which frees up valuable space for larger dishes below. Bosch provides a shallow Standard third rack or a deeper, customizable Flexible third rack with adjustable tines, keeping your kitchen organized and dishes sparkling clean with absolute ease.

What Is The Third Rack In A Dishwasher Used For?

Our various third racks provide the perfect space for flatware, large utensils, ramekins, measuring cups and even cereal bowls.

Flexible Third Rack: Accommodates deeper items, while adjustable tines let you customize the rack's loading space. Its expandable wings easily lower to let you load ramekins and measuring cups with ease.
Standard Third Rack: With 30% more loading area compared to a Bosch dishwasher with two racks, the standard third rack provides the perfect space for flatware and large utensils. The unique V shape leaves room on the middle rack for taller items like stemware.

Advantages To Having A Dishwasher With A Third Rack

Dishwashers with a third rack offer additional loading room, convenience, and flexibility. Enjoy a myriad of benefits, such as optimized space for small items and intuitive organization with a third rack dishwasher.

Flexibility - More room for hard to place items like long serving utensils or silverware
Convenience - This rack is closest to top of the dishwasher meaning less bending down to reach low racks or utensil basket
More loading area - Standard third rack dishwasher offers 30% more loading area

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Is a Third Rack Dishwasher Right for You?From size and finish to drying features and third rack options– it can be overwhelming to decide which dishwasher is right for you. Read our go-to dishwasher shopping guide so you can feel confident in making the right decision.Dishwasher Buying Guide

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The ultimate clean with PrecisionWash™Bosch’s PrecisionWash™ system uses intelligent sensors that continually scan and check the progress of dishes throughout the cycle, and powerful, precision spray arms target every item for the ultimate clean.

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Quietest dishwasher brand in the U.S.*A range of sound-reducing technologies makes our dishwashers a powerfully quiet addition to your kitchen. *Based on an average of sound ratings of 24” Full Size Stainless Steel Tub dishwashers contained in major brands websites. Major brands defined as OpenBrand Top 5 Market Share December 2025.

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Quality is in the detailsEvery dishwasher must pass 485 quality checks before leaving the factory so they can deliver the lasting quality you’ve come to expect from Bosch.