Are 8 kg Bosch washing machines good?
8 kg Bosch washing machines are good, but not the best. They have an overall score of 7.1 and rank at position #10 out of 14 brands.
- Only brands with at least 3 products in our database were considered for this ranking.
The following chart ranks 7 kg washing machine brands based on their overall score.
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The best 8 kg Bosch washing machines are as follows.
- Bosch WIW28502GB Series 8 (Overall score: 7.12)
- Bosch WGE03408GB Series 2 (Overall score: 6.85)
What are the main advantages of 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
The main advantages of 8 kg Bosch washing machines are as follows:
- Higher punteggio degli utenti: 8 kg Bosch washing machines score 8.3 points compared to the market average of 8.1 points.
- Greater popularity: On average, 8 kg Bosch washing machines have 5.6 popularity points versus the market average of 6 points.
- Quieter operation: 8 kg Bosch washing machines generate 72 dB during the spin cycle and 52 dB during washing, which is quieter than the market averages of 74 dB and 53 dB, respectively.
- EcoSilence Drive™ inverter motor: All 8 kg Bosch washing machines include this inverter motor with a 10-year warranty.
- Advanced washing functions: Most 8 kg Bosch washing machines feature SpeedPerfect (Extra-fast), Extra-Rinse, Pre-Wash, and Rinse-Hold functions.
- Comprehensive feature set: All or nearly all 8 kg Bosch washing machines include Active Water Plus (Laundry detection system), Load balancing system, and Foam control system.
- AquaStop and VarioDrum: Most 8 kg Bosch washing machines have AquaStop and VarioDrum (Special drum design), and more advanced models are also self-cleaning.
What are the main disadvantages of 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
8 kg Bosch washing machines have the following disadvantages:
- No top-load models: Bosch does not produce 8 kg washing machines in a top-load design.
- Higher price: 8 kg Bosch washing machines cost about £40 more than the market average (£420 vs. £380) and have a slightly worse quality-price ratio (7.1 vs. 7.1).
- Lower energy efficiency: 8 kg Bosch washing machines have a worse energy efficiency class (C vs. B) and consume more energy (62 kWh vs. 55 kWh per 100 cycles) compared to the market average.
- Higher water consumption: 8 kg Bosch washing machines consume about 1 liter more water per cycle compared to the market average (47 L vs 46 L).
- Limited special cycles: 8 kg Bosch washing machines lack cycles such as Duvet, Baby-care, and Anti-stain.
- No steam technology: 8 kg Bosch washing machines do not include steam technology, which is prevalent in other 8 kg models from different brands.
- Lacks advanced features: 8 kg Bosch washing machines do not have Pre-mix technology, an automatic dosing system, automatic drawer cleaning, memory function, Wi-Fi connectivity, smart diagnosis, or AI technology, which are commonly found in competing brands.
What is the warranty period for 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
Most Bosch washing machines come with a 2-year warranty and a 10-year motor warranty.
Which Bosch series include 8 kg washing machines?
Bosch 8 kg washing machines are available in Bosch Serie 2, Serie 4, and Serie 6.
How much do 8 kg Bosch washing machine cost?
An 8 kg Bosch washing machine costs between £380 and £850, with an average price of about £420. This places Bosch at position #14 in the price classification for 8 kg washing machine brands out of 19, from cheapest to most expensive. The average price for an 8 kg washing machine is £380.
With a ratio quality-price of 7.1 points, Bosch washing machines rank at position #1 out of 19 in the quality-price brand classification for 8 kg washing machines.
The following chart displays the cost distribution among 8 kg Bosch washing machines.
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What to consider when choosing the best 8 kg Bosch washing machine?
When choosing an 8 kg Bosch washing machine, consider energy and water consumption, spin-drying efficiency, noise levels, motor type, washing programs and features, and drum volume and dimensions.
What is the drum volume of 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
The drum volume in 8 kg Bosch washing machines ranges from 55 to 65 litres, with 55 litres being the most common (which matches the market average for 8 kg washing machines).
8 kg Bosch washing machines occupy about 0.28 m³ of space, which is also similar to the market average for other 8 kg models. The depth of these washing machines ranges from 54 to 63 cm, so no slim models are available. Choose a size that fits the space where you want to install the washing machine.
How energy-efficient are 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
8 kg Bosch washing machines have an energy class of either A or C, consuming between 46 kWh and 63 kWh per 100 cycles. On average, they use about 62 kWh per 100 cycles, placing them at position #10 among 19 other washing machine brands. In comparison, the average washing machine consumes about 55 kWh per 100 cycles, which is also the average for other 8 kg models.
In terms of water consumption, 8 kg Bosch washing machines use between 43 and 48 litres per cycle, which is on average 1 litre less than other 8 kg washing machines.
The chart below illustrates how energy classes are distributed in 8 kg Bosch washing machines.
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What is the spin-drying efficiency of 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
The spin-drying efficiency of 8 kg Bosch washing machines falls under class B. This means they perform well but not at the top level. Only 5% of all washing machines on the market have a class A rating, 85% have class B, and 10% have class C. The efficiency class directly relates to the machine's maximum spin speed.
For 8 kg Bosch washing machines, the maximum spin speed ranges between 1200 to 1400 RPM, with 1400 RPM being the most common (69% of these models). Spin-drying performance and maximum spin speed matter if you want to reduce drying time or if you frequently wash thick fabrics.
All 8 kg Bosch washing machines also have a minimum spin speed of 400 RPM, which is suitable if you often wash delicate items like wool.
How loud are 8 kg Bosch washing machines?
8 kg Bosch washing machines produce spin noise levels ranging from 66 to 74 dB, with an average of 72 dB. This is about 2 dB quieter than the average 8 kg washing machine, which typically produces 74 dB during the spin phase. The spin noise level is significant because it represents the loudest part of the washing process.
Among 8 kg Bosch washing machines, 75% fall into noise emission class A (spin noise level under 73 dB) and 25% into class B (73-76 dB). In comparison, 25% of all 8 kg washing machines belong to class A, 42% to class B, and 31% to class C.
The washing noise level in 8 kg Bosch washing machines ranges from 41 to 52 dB, which is slightly lower than the market average of 53 dB.
How many washing programs do 8 kg Bosch washing machines have?
An 8 kg Bosch washing machine usually has 11 to 15 washing programs, with 15 being the most common. These programs include Cottons, Eco 40-60, Cottons Intensive, Easy Care, Mixed Load, Night Wash, Delicates / Silk, Wool, AllergyPlus, Shirts, Sportswear, Dark Wash, and Super Quick 15'/30'. However, no 8 kg Bosch model has been found with Duvet, Baby-care, or Anti-stain cycles.
8 kg Bosch washing machines have 2 fast cycles under 1 hour, with the quickest lasting 15 minutes.
Many 8 kg Bosch washing machines also include washing functions such as Extra-fast (SpeedPerfect), Extra-Rinse (only in Series 4 and 6), Pre-Wash, and Rinse-Hold.
What features do 8 kg Bosch washing machines include?
8 kg Bosch washing machines include 6-9 features, which is slightly below the market average of 10 features. Common features across most 8 kg Bosch models include a laundry detection system (Active Water Plus), a load balancing system, a foam control system, and an inverter motor (EcoSilence Drive) with a 10-year warranty.
Bosch washing machines in Series 4 and 6 also have the AquaStop system and a special drum design called VarioDrum. Some advanced models in these series include a self-cleaning feature.
However, 8 kg Bosch washing machines do not include features like Pre-mix technology, automatic dosing system, automatic drawer cleaning, memory function, Wi-Fi connectivity, smart diagnosis, AI technology, or steam technology.
