Built in Microwave
Vincent
1/10/2022
Good product
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Microwave stops working after 2 yrs
JayG
1/7/2022
We brought Bosch Oven+Microwave combi 2years ago. The microwave has stopped working. A month ago, the fuse failed and I have paid $260 for the Bosch technical to fix it. In 3 weeks now sensor cooking stopped working. Bosch service charging again $200+ within 3 weeks of the last job. Also, the service center guys were rude.
Recommend not to buy.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Garbage
Joe51
1/3/2022
Just had this installed in new kitchen only to find out that the panel display is considerably more dim than practical to see and more dim than other Bosch appliances installed beneath. To my surprise when I went online to verify I was changing the settings correctly I found that this is a fairly common issue and that a control panel will need to be replaced. That would have been good to know before we bought it. Certainly would have preferred that Bosch just sell the unit with a functioning control panel. Don't waste your money.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Absolutely worthless
Rick A
12/30/2021
I hate this microwave. Brand new house, very expensive product. Hated from beginning. Motor broke in less than 2 years. No help from customer service at Bosch. They did not even know who their repair people were. Zero help. Spent $450+ replacing motor. It still arcs almost every time you use it, so worthless and scary to use. I will never buy another Bosch, ever.
And the clock thing is SUPER annoying to boot. How dumb is that?
Totally unimpressed with product, service,etc.
Bad look for Bosch.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Brand new microwave
Microwave
12/13/2021
Also hasn't worked since closing in my new house.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Still an unhappy camper
New Bosch Owner
12/13/2021
As I wrote in an earlier review. My2-year old Bosch 500 series Microwave had to have $600 in repairs because the microwave part shorted out. Also the"Start/Enter" and "Cancel/Off" labels have completely worn off --- no caustic cleaners, no abrasive scrubbers used. They just faded away. And Bosch said there were no replacements. So I have two blank buttons. Another thing that could be better is the microwave door opens downward. As it sits above the paired Bosch oven, only a tall person can reach all the way to the back of the microwave. A door that opens to the side would be nicer. I have to stand on a step stool to clean the inside. I do like the Sensor Reheat and Beverage options on the panel.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Clock light
Vincent
12/13/2021
Not sure why the clock light on the panel goes dim after setting?
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
piece of junk
SuzeJ
12/9/2021
I bought this microwave in 2018. Two years later the mechanism inside the door broke causing the circuit breaker to trip. I spent over $100 on replacing the part because the warranty was only for one year and one week after the warranty on the part expired, it broke again. Now I have a microwave that's only three years old and has to go to the dump. I like my Bosch dishwasher but would never buy any other Bosch appliances!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Mediocre performer
CARY
11/26/2021
This unit is disappointing given the price for the following reasons:
1. The display panel is almost invisible even at the brightest setting. When contacted support, we were told that it was designed so to conseve power.
2. There are a lot of spots in the heating compartment where microwave coverage is not there. Food does not heat evenly through out the compartment, inspite of the turntable.
3. Worst problem of all for this built in model is that the door opens down and comes between the user and the oven. It is hard to reach inside the oven to place dishes or for cleaning. The problem could have been easily avoided if the door swung open to either left or right (or reversible).
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Fuse Keeps Burning Out
Robyn
11/4/2021
The fuse where the microwave connects to the oven has burned out twice since we have had this microwave (less than 3 years). It is very complicated to change out the fuse. You have to pull the microwave completely out and then replace the fuse in the oven, then reconnect the microwave then slide the unit back in. I appreciate that the problem is inexpensive but I think there is a flaw when a microwave fuse has burned out this often.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Absolute garbage
Darci
11/2/2021
We upgraded to Bosch appliances with the purchase of our new home in 2020. In 14 mos our dishwasher stopped working properly, now at 22 mos our Microvave built in oven has malfunctioned. What a joke!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Disappointed with Standard Features
ErnieSalmi
10/29/2021
It heats and cooks as expected.
The 'Done' ding volume is much too soft. (The High and Low volume settings are about the same, too low). In addition, the fan contiues to run after the microwave completes and 'dings'. Consequently, it is hard to tell it has stopped.
The microwave is above the Bosch oven, and its' door is hinged on the bottom. So, it is difficult to reach the back of the microwave for cleaning.
Considering the variety of microwaves available this Bosch has poorly implemented standard features, a diappointment.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
new kitchen appliance set
ryanw
10/28/2021
Microwave works well, wish it linked its clock to ovens online one.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Nightmare
Rwin
10/22/2021
Had our Bosch microwave for about 4 years. Just past the warranty period and it seems this is the end of its useful life. First one door spring broke - no way to replace just the broken spring or even the hinge assembly, it is designed such that the entire door must be replaced. Next it started arching under the waveguide, first repair person replaced the waveguide, but problem persists after repair. Microwave is currently unusable until I can find another repair person. The shop I purchased it from referred me to the Bosch site but the number listed on the site doesn't seem to be in service.
Also, I agree with other reviewers, this setup is pretty awkward to reach into - works for us because we are a tall family, but would be impossible for kids/shorter person to use without a stool. And yes, the clock is so dim it is not readable during the day, fortunately we don't use it for the clock so not a problem for us.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Fantastic microwave
Wine
10/14/2021
We love our new microwave. Very easy to use. Looks great and very easy to clean. Highly recommend
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Steaming microwave
Kate
9/30/2021
It is an excellent microwave. The only suggestion I have is that it is so deep that I cannot reach the back of the microwave. My husband has to clean it....come to think of it is that not so bad?
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Well designed
Gman
9/18/2021
We buy Bosch products for our kitchen because of their superior design. Performs perfectly, plenty of settings and looks so sleek in the kitchen.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Love
Kelley
9/14/2021
It has been the best microwave I have ever owned.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
The BEST
Wren
8/10/2021
I bought a oven microwave combo from Bosch for my remodeled kitchen. It actually took 9 months to receive it (thank you COVID)
It is beautiful!!! I've been very pleased with both the oven and microwave with they're functionality. And it is beautiful! Clearly great quality and well worth the wait!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Microwave
Mike
7/29/2021
This is great microwave, nice features my only recommendation would be that the clock be more visible all the time, otherwise I would highly recommend it
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Built-In Microwave Oven
Paul Toland Microwave
7/12/2021
Decent microwave. Haven't used all features. I did notice it doesn't heat quite as quickly as other microwaves I've used, but it does a sufficient job.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
blows the fuse very often and spend $250 each time
Krish
6/17/2021
This model is useless, its blowing fuse quite often and even with gently use the door switches blow!!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Microwave
Blondy
6/7/2021
It cooks throughout with the convection feature. Exec elle y features like cooking sensor, beverages etc... Got what I was looking for...
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Display goes dark
Buggy222
5/20/2021
Like many others I find that the clock display goes dark. I spoke to customer service who tell me it is an energy saving feature and there is no fix. Why would you have a clock go dark?? Clearly a design defect, it is a shame they cannot come up with a fix for this.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Awesome microwave
Katie
5/20/2021
Super easy to use. The beeps are quiet which I love. It cooks well and evenly. I didn't realize that there was a difference between microwaves....but apparently there is! Love it. Also looks great installed
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
microwave function doesn't even work
liam
5/17/2021
This microwave was purchased a few months ago and even after multiple technician visits still won't operate. All the other buttons and functions work properly, but the microwave function won't actually start, which leads me to believe there's an issue with the door micro-switches causing the microwave to think the door is still open even when it's totally closed. The door also doesn't even open the full 90 degrees to completely horizontal, which makes the usability of this thing pretty awful even if it actually worked properly.
To top this all off, Bosch won't honor its "limited warranty" even though we have the original receipt from the store we purchased this from. Apparently we need some kind of special, extra-detailed receipt for Bosch to even consider servicing their defunct product, and the standard kind of receipt given to us (and pretty much every other consumer that shops at any retail store) from the store will not suffice.
All in all, we now have a microwave that has no microwave capability, with a door that won't open wide enough to be a useful appliance, backed by a manufacturer willing and eager to shirk on their products' warranties. It's essentially the world's most expensive kitchen timer. But hey, at least it looks good.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Good microwave
Skimmie
5/11/2021
I am very happy with my microwave. The glass revolving tray could be better designed. The roller base is always off center and glass comes out of grooves easily. Also because of the placement of the door, it is difficult to clean if mounted above oven. Otherwise excellent equipment.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Poor Quality
Greg
5/8/2021
We purchased a complete Bosch kitchen suite and happy with all except this microwave. Can not read the time as it only works when you push a button and goes completely dim in a few minutes. Why would they put a clock on if you can't even read it. Customer service says it was designed this way. How silly is this. Just an excuse to cover up a design flaw which they have no intention on fixing.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Bosch microwave
Unhappy customer
5/4/2021
After just 2 months our brand new microwave stopped working. We called Bosch and the best they could do was schedule service 4 weeks out. Then we had to wait another 2 weeks for the defective part to be repaired. Also the interior capacity is very small. We would not buy a Bosch microwave again.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Good Product
Poppah
4/28/2021
Nice appliance. Easy to use. Quiet operating. I wish the "end" signal had more volume to it.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Top Notch Microwave
Chuckie
4/14/2021
My family loves this microwave. Love the fold out door really looks stylish and works great
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Great while it worked
TX modern farmhouse
4/10/2021
It started sparking after owning it less than a year. Technician said it's an issue that can't be fixed. This is the most expensive microwave we have ever purchased and the only issue we have ever had with one.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Microwave review
Christine Koppang
4/9/2021
I love the microwave, but the panel characters are very dim and barely visible except for right after I run the microwave. Apparently this is a known panel defect but they are still selling/shipping customers microwaves with the defective panel. Disappointing for a Bosch product.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Modern communication.
Anton
3/31/2021
We purchased this unit as an integrated over/microwave combination approximately 3 years ago. The microwave recently called it quits and we were told not reparable. The magnetron blew out. We are out of warranty, of course. Rather than spend a great deal of money for w new over/microwave, I tried contacting Bosch to inquire as to the possibility of finding a way to salvage the microwave section. Instead of a reply, all we get is promotional emails. I would strongly recommend avoiding this line. Actually, I would emphatically say to avoid this product. Both the product and product support have been sorely lacking.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Best Microwave I've had!
Kate
3/30/2021
I have had many microwaves prior to this Bosch. By far, it is the best! It is versatile and easy to use. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great microwave.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Control Panel
Screen Red Bars Image
3/5/2021
Control Panel was replaced due to low visibility. The image is better, but is still very light in comparision to the image displayed on the Bosch Built-in Oven that is located right below the Bosch Microwave. The Microwave functions on cooking levels, but I have had on 3 occasions bright red bars under the time appear during cooking. Once cooking ceases the bars can be seen as dark images for a few hours and then fade. I had repair in again, but repair tech could not get the Microwave to recreate the issue. I showed technician a picture of the bars after the end of the cooking cycle. He said it was hard to see the bars at the time he was viewing. For this review, I toned down the graphic levels so for better viewing. I did not think to do that while tech was here. He said he would note issue in case the issue became frequent. He said the unit was functioning for now and we agreed that if it continued and was frequent that I would contact Bosch.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Dimmed Panel display
THamilton
3/2/2021
Brand new install for our kitchen remodel. We purchased 3 items from Bosch and unfortunately we are not pleased with the quality of the built in microwave oven 500 series. The display will not hold it's level of brightness and is barely visible. I contacted Bosch and they sent out out a repairman but he left due to impatience awaiting it to reset back to the barely readable brightness. I would not recommend this product; however, will update the review if resolved.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Never again ..... !
Gary B
2/28/2021
We chose Bosch appliances for our kitchen when we built in 2017 thinking we were getting relatively high end equipment. To start the 500 series microvave oven was not designed for ease of use and maintenance. I could live with those flaws associated with the design but now the spring assisted door hinges have failed and we researched and found you have to replace the entire door to fix. It is just my wife and I using the microwave and the spring failure was not a result of harsh treatment. I see from other reviews that this is not a one off issue which tells me it is a product issue that Bosch should fix as a product failure unrelated to normal use. The one year warranty should not keep Bosch from addressing this issue.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Bosch Built-in Microwave
panuli
2/24/2021
This microwave is high quality and operates well. The touch pad is easy to understand. Our microwave is installed above the countertop relatively high: the controls are difficult to reach for shorter persons. Having controls on one side instead of above the door would improve this.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Advanced Features seem like a gimmick
Zach
2/23/2021
Overall the microwave is fine but a lot of the advanced features seem like gimmicks and don't really work. For example, the "sensor reheat" will make the cheese on your piece of pizza boil. Not exactly the ideal temperature to eat if you like to keep your taste buds.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Great microwave
Mabel
2/17/2021
Great product
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Microwave
Nancy
2/9/2021
numbers are small and difficult to see. The clock is almost impossible to see and the the timer is so quiet that unless you are right next to it you don't know when your food is done.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Microwave Control Panel Dim
Microwave Control Panel
2/8/2021
The control panel was replaced because it was dark and barely visible at best if you stood right in front of panel to operate. The control panel was replaced and viewing is better, but is not as visible as the oven panel light. If the kitchen is bright during the day, it is much harder to view.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Cleaning Nightmare
Seriously Frustrated
2/4/2021
We bought all BOSCH appliances when we built our home 7 months ago. This microwave opens like an oven, why not side ways? This is built over our oven, I am 4'10'' and I have hard time reaching in to put or pull anything out of this thing. It is the stupidest design I have ever seen. Another thing is the problem of condensation (water vapors) after every use (it can be anywhere from 60 seconds to 5 minutes!!) I have used some cheap brand that cost only $200 and it has never done this. I am not sure if the vent has been built properly or not or this is an issue with other people as well. I would love to hear from them. Cleaning the back of this is not possible even with a step stool because it is too dangerous. Thank the lord my husband cleans that!! I am very disappointed with this product and we spent $1200 for this. The sad part is the replacement will need to be difficult with this dimensions, or I would love to replace it and not get aggravated everyday....
BTW: "Would you like to participate in the Sweepstakes" is a "Yes" or "No" question, NOT a "True" or "False"??? Has anyone even edited your website??
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No, I do not recommend this product
Beautiful microwave
Pinadancequeen
2/1/2021
This eye level microwave is compact and a pleasure to use!
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Quiet and Easy to Use
Judy
1/29/2021
I just received this new microwave and found that it is much quieter than the previous one. The controls are also intuitive and easy to use. I like the features they have added like "melt" and setting power levvel is easy.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Great Microwave
imac51
1/29/2021
I love that it is easy to use. The fold down door is a plus for me. It is very quiet when is use. I love it.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
Yes, I recommend this product
Disappointing
Alma
1/25/2021
We moved into a house with a newly remodeled kitchen. We were excited about having Bosch appliances as we had heard good things about them. One month after moving in, the microwave (only 13 months old, and only in use for approx 6 months) started sparking. Our home warranty covered the repair cost to install a new capacitor. A year later the microwave started sparking again and we contacted a Bosch certified repair person. This time the magnatron, diode and capacitor again need to be replaced. This repair costs approximately half of what the microwave is worth. In addition, the display screen is not working properly as it is very difficult to read. Super disappointing as we either have to fix it or replace the unit.
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
Best Microwave Ever
Best Built-In!
1/24/2021
While a smaller cavity than some may want, this unit does an awesome job. Easy to use and very smooth hinges and latch. Thankful we convinced our builder that it could be installed in our cabinet choice. A great alternative to the common over the range or even countertop unit!
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Yes, I recommend this product
Beautiful, but faulty
Meeshee
1/22/2021
We moved into a new home in September 2019 and everything was installed and ready to go for us! This microwave is so pretty but about three weeks after the one year mark, it started making a strange sound and we saw a glowing light flashing at the top inside. It was inspected by a local appliance repair company and we also found out from several neighbors that they were having the same issue. Bosch would not cover any of the repair costs because it was past the one year warranty and it is going to cost us $400 to fix. The parts are on back order so we have been without a microwave for more than 3 months now...
Originally posted on Bosch.com
No, I do not recommend this product
