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Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£560Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 70%, User score 25%, List score 5%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.9, the mark of a weaker model in this category

5%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 74% of washing machines
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the washing machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a washing machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

9.0

Washing programs

20%

6.6

Features

10%

6.7

Design

â–²Better than 78%
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User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 7.9, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 5% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £560
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 70% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

9.0

Washing programs

20%

6.6

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the washing machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a washing machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

7.6
Capacity
9 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.6% of washing machines and equal to 23.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
?
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 9.6% of washing machines and the same as in 84.2% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.1% of washing machines and equal to 64% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
800 RPM
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 800 RPM, which is higher than 88.7% of washing machines and equal to 11.3% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 38% of washing machines and the same as 62% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
49 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 49 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 50.6% of washing machines and equal to 12.2% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
107.8 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 107.8 kWh/year, which is lower than 51% of washing machines and equal to 12.2% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
27 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £27, which is lower than 51.4% of washing machines and equal to 8.2% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 45 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 58.7% of washing machines and equal to 9.9% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
24
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 24 wash programmes, which is more than 98.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.1% of washing machines.
Stain, Extra Silent Mixed, Mixed, Cotton, Easy Care, Gentle, Wool, Spin & Drain, Other Programs (Rinse & Spin, Multi Color, Bed & Bath, Duvets, Silk & Curtains, Baby, Plush Toys, Pet Hair, Jeans, Shirts), 20 °C, Eco 40-60, Anti-Allergy, Full Load 45‘, Quick 30’, Steam Refresh 20’
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.1% of washing machines and equal to 90.9% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 3 programmes under an hour, which is more than 79.5% of washing machines and equal to 13.4% of washing machines.
Pieno carico 45', Rapido 30', Refresh Vapore 20'
Fastest cycle duration
30 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 30 min, which is longer than 84.7% of washing machines and equal to 13.6% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
225 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 225 min, which is longer than 56.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
14
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 14 advanced features, which is more than 61.6% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Automatic dosing system, Pause & Add, Water Jet system, Steam technology, Night/Silent option, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function, Quick function.
Foam control system
no
This washing machine does not feature a foam control system. 79.8% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 93% of washing machines have this feature.
Load Detect (checks water absorption and uses the optimum amount of water for each stage of the wash)
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 92.5% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.2% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 14.2% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 85.8% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
This washing machine is self-standing, which is more flexible to place than the type in 3.2% of washing machines and the same as the type in 96.8% of washing machines.
Loading type
front-loading
This washing machine is front-loading, which is more practical than the design in 8.9% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91.1% of washing machines.
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
High-quality touchscreen display
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 9 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (24 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Stain, Extra Silent Mixed, Mixed, Cotton, Easy Care, Gentle, Wool, Spin & Drain, Other Programs (Rinse & Spin, Multi Color, Bed & Bath, Duvets, Silk & Curtains, Baby, Plush Toys, Pet Hair, Jeans, Shirts), 20 °C, Eco 40-60, Anti-Allergy, Full Load 45‘, Quick 30’, Steam Refresh 20’
    24 vs 15
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.2% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
    AutoDose (automatic system that measures and dispenses the right amount of detergent and fabric softener based on load size and soil level)
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 21.5% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    CleverClean
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
    Multiple Water Protection+
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 18.8% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
    GentlePower technology (sprays the laundry evenly from above with water)
  • Has an interior light
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 9.5% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
    Steam Refresh (20-minute program that refreshes clothes without washing)
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • 1 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (9 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    9 kg vs 8 kg
  • Better noise class
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 2 L less water per cycle
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (45 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    45 L vs 47 L
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 9 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (24 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Stain, Extra Silent Mixed, Mixed, Cotton, Easy Care, Gentle, Wool, Spin & Drain, Other Programs (Rinse & Spin, Multi Color, Bed & Bath, Duvets, Silk & Curtains, Baby, Plush Toys, Pet Hair, Jeans, Shirts), 20 °C, Eco 40-60, Anti-Allergy, Full Load 45‘, Quick 30’, Steam Refresh 20’
    24 vs 15
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 22% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
    Steam Refresh (20-minute program that refreshes clothes without washing)
  • Has a night/silent option
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 23.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
    Extra Quiet program
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 36% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 1 more quick programmes
    This washing machine offers more quick programmes than the average washing machine (3 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Pieno carico 45', Rapido 30', Refresh Vapore 20'
    3 vs 2
  • Jeans cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 46.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • Baby-care cycle
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 43.8% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • Has an automatic dosing system
    This washing machine features an automatic dosing system, the average washing machine does not. 7.2% of washing machines feature an automatic dosing system.
    AutoDose (automatic system that measures and dispenses the right amount of detergent and fabric softener based on load size and soil level)
  • Features a pre-mix technology
    This washing machine features a pre-mix technology, the average washing machine does not. 21.5% of washing machines have a pre-mix technology.
    CleverClean
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 34% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
    Multiple Water Protection+
  • Includes a water jets system
    This washing machine has a water jets system, the average washing machine does not. 18.8% of washing machines feature a water jets system.
    GentlePower technology (sprays the laundry evenly from above with water)
  • 2 more advanced features
    This washing machine has more advanced features than the average washing machine (14 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pre-Mix technology, Automatic dosing system, Pause & Add, Water Jet system, Steam technology, Night/Silent option, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function, Quick function.
    14 vs 12
  • Has an interior light
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 9.5% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.5 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.5 cm vs 85 cm
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.3% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 23.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (83 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    83 kg vs 67 kg
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (30 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 16% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (325,457.7 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    325,457.665 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 7.8 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (64.3 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    64.3 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 36.6% more expensive
    Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE is more expensive than the average washing machine (£560 vs £410).
    £560 vs £410
  • 400 RPM higher minimum spin
    This washing machine has a higher minimum spin than the average washing machine (800 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    800 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.3% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 15 min longer quickest cycle
    This washing machine has a longer fastest cycle than the average washing machine (30 min vs 15 min). The average washing machine's quickest cycle takes 15 min.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 7 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (225 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    225 min vs 218 min
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 73.4% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • More basic extra feature
    This washing machine offers a less advanced extra feature than the average washing machine (ECO design vs EEBUS-based energy management system).
    87% of this washing machine can be recycled after use.
    ECO design vs EEBUS-based energy management system
  • 1 h shorter maximum delay
    This washing machine can delay its start for less time than the average washing machine (23 h vs 24 h). The average washing machine can delay its start by up to 24 h.
    23 h vs 24 h
  • 23.9% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (83 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    83 kg vs 67 kg
  • 16% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (325,457.7 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280,500 cm³.
    325,457.665 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 7.8 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (64.3 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    64.3 cm vs 56.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE

  • Spin noise peaks at 71 dB.
  • The Mixed-wash Extra Quiet cycle runs overnight, for 7.5 hours.
  • Auto-dosing tanks hold 800 ml of detergent and 400 ml of softener.
  • The display explains each step in plain words.
  • An interior light lets you check the wash.
  • Three programs finish in under an hour.

What customers don't like about Bauknecht B8 W946WB DE

  • At 83 kg it is very heavy to move.
  • Only 9 kg per load is small for a machine this heavy.
  • The hygiene steam option is loud, with a heavy thud.
  • There is no foam control system.
  • There is no outdoor or sport cycle.

Verdict

Engineered as a flagship appliance within Bauknecht's premium portfolio, the B8 W946WB DE front-loading washing machine couples exceptional resource efficiency with luxurious fabric care. Delivering top-tier class-A energy economy at forty-nine kilowatt-hours per hundred cycles, it washes nine kilograms of laundry within an illuminated drum. The direct-drive ProSilent inverter motor operates at 1400 revolutions per minute while generating a hushed seventy-one decibels, meeting class-A acoustic benchmarks. Its intelligent AutoDose system automatically meters liquid detergent and fabric softener for up to twenty-six loads, eliminating guesswork and detergent buildup. Direct water injection enhances cleansing efficiency, complemented by dual steam functionality comprising sanitizing Steam Hygiene and wrinkle-reducing Steam Refresh. Outfitted with comprehensive AquaStop flood security, antimicrobial door seals, and twenty-four specialized programs including a dedicated quiet night cycle, this German-engineered machine delivers consummate performance.

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