Side by side
| Bosch | DEWALT | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Reliable | Mixed |
| CPSC recalls, last 3 years | 0 | 3 |
| CPSC recalls, all years | 26 | 29 |
| Most recent recall | 2019-12-20: Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Buderus Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard | 2025-07-03: DEWALT Recalls Grinder Flap Discs Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards |
| Owner satisfaction (Amazon) | High | High |
| Product lawsuits on record | None found | None found |
| Company behind the brand | Robert Bosch (no parent company on record) | Stanley Black & Decker |
| Trademark owner (USPTO) | Robert Bosch GmbH (German Democratic Republic) | Black & Decker Corporation, The (Maryland, USA) |
| Made in (recalled products) | Germany 6, United States 6, China 5, Bulgaria 1, Canada 1, Korea 1, Malaysia 1, Mexico 1, Netherlands 1, Switzerland 1, Taiwan 1, The Netherlands 1 (of 24 recalls listing a country) | Mexico 10, China 5, United States 2, Japan 1, Taiwan 1, Turkey 1, Vietnam 1 (of 20 recalls listing a country) |
| Customer service | Not verified yet | 1-800-433-9258 |
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FAQ
Is Bosch better than DEWALT?
Bosch (Reliable) comes out ahead of DEWALT (Mixed) by our formula.
Which has more recalls, Bosch or DEWALT?
In the last 3 years the CPSC lists 0 for Bosch and 3 for DEWALT; across all years, 26 and 29.
Are Bosch and DEWALT the same company?
No shared owner on record: Bosch trademark owner Robert Bosch GmbH (German Democratic Republic), DEWALT trademark owner Black & Decker Corporation, The (Maryland, USA).