10 best Bosch 9 kg washing machines (25+ compared)

9 kg Bosch washing machines are available in Bosch Serie 4, Serie 6, and Serie 8.

A 9 kg Bosch washing machine costs between £510 and £1110, with an average price of around £750. This places Bosch at position #17 out of 18 brands in the price classification of 9 kg washing machines. The average price for a 9 kg washing machine across all brands is £500.

In terms of quality-price ratio, Bosch ranks at position #12 out of 18 brands with 7.5 value-for-money points.

The chart below shows how prices vary among 9 kg Bosch washing machines.

When choosing a 9 kg Bosch washing machine, consider energy consumption, water use, spin-drying efficiency, noisiness, motor type, washing programs, features, drum volume, and dimensions.

How energy-efficient are 9 kg Bosch washing machines?

Bosch 9 kg washing machines are energy-efficient with an energy class A rating. They consume between 40 kWh and 49 kWh per 100 cycles. With an average consumption of 46 kWh per 100 cycles, 9 kg Bosch washing machines rank at position #2 out of 18 washing machine brands. In comparison, the average washing machine consumes about 55 kWh per 100 cycles, while an average 9 kg machine uses around 49 kWh.

Bosch 9 kg washing machines use between 48 to 50 liters of water per cycle, which is about 1 liter less than the average 9 kg washing machine.

The chart below illustrates how energy classes are distributed among 9 kg Bosch washing machines.

What is the spin-drying efficiency of 9 kg Bosch washing machines?

The spin-drying efficiency of 9 kg Bosch washing machines falls under class B. This efficiency class is a key indicator of how well a washing machine removes water from clothes after a Wash cycle.

The spin-drying efficiency class closely correlates with the maximum spin speed of the washing machine. In 9 kg Bosch washing machines, the maximum spin speed is either 1200 or 1400 RPM, with 84% of these washing machines featuring a 1400 RPM speed (this is similar to 9 kg washing machines from other brands). Higher spin speeds generally result in better water extraction, which reduces drying time and energy use.

All 9 kg Bosch washing machines also have a minimum spin speed of 400 RPM. This lower speed is useful if you often wash delicate fabrics like wool, which require gentler handling.

How loud are 9 kg Bosch washing machines?

9 kg Bosch washing machines produce spin noise levels between 69 and 71 dB, with an average of 70 dB. This is about 2 dB quieter than the typical 9 kg washing machine (72 dB) and 5 dB quieter than the general market average (75 dB). Since all 9 kg Bosch washing machines have spin noise levels under 73 dB, they belong to noise emission class A.

Washing noise levels in 9 kg Bosch washing machines range from 48 to 51 dB, with an average of 49 dB. This is 4 dB lower than the market average of 53 dB.

How many washing programs do 9 kg Bosch washing machines have?

9 kg Bosch washing machines usually have 14 to 18 washing programs, with 14 being the most common. These programs include Cottons, Eco 40-60, Cottons Intensive, Easy Care, Mix, Jeans, Delicates/Silk, Wool, HygienePlus/AllergyPlus, Shirts, Sport/Fitness, Dark Wash, Quick 15'/30'. More advanced models may also feature Iron Assist and Automatic programs. However, none of the 9 kg Bosch models have a Baby-care cycle.

9 kg Bosch washing machines include two fast cycles under one hour (Quick 15'/30' and Wool), with the fastest cycle lasting 15 minutes. Many models also have additional washing functions like Anti-crease, Anti-stain (Anti macchia in series 6 or Automatic stain removal in series 8), Extra-fast (SpeedPerfect), Extra-Rinse, Pre-Wash, and Rinse-Hold functions.

What features do 9 kg Bosch washing machines include?

9 kg Bosch washing machines include 8 to 17 features, with an average of 15 (the market average is only 10 features).

All 9 kg Bosch washing machines have an inverter motor (EcoSilence Drive™) with a 10-year warranty. They also include a laundry detection system (Active Water Plus), a load balancing system, a foam control system, and a special drum design (VarioDrum).

Most models feature the AquaStop system, pre-mix technology (4D Wash System, only in Series 8), a self-cleaning function, steam technology, remote diagnosis, and Wi-Fi connectivity (controlled with the Home Connect app). Advanced models may also include an automatic dosing system (I-DOS technology) and a memory function.

None of the 9 kg Bosch washing machines include automatic drawer cleaning or AI technology.

What is the drum volume of 9 kg Bosch washing machines?

The drum volume of 9 kg Bosch washing machines ranges from 63 to 65 liters, with 65 liters being the most common. This volume is about 4 liters larger than the market average of 61 liters for 9 kg washing machines.

9 kg Bosch washing machines take up approximately 0.29 m³ of space (similar to the average 9 kg washing machine). They also have a depth of about 59-60 cm, so there are no slim models available. The width of all these washing machines is around 60 cm, which is standard for front-load washing machines in general.