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Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4 review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£410Capacity:7 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:BType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4 Review: Compare 101 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score components

70%

7.6

Technical score

25%

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

5%

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

â–¼Worse than 53% of washing machines
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

â–²Better than 54%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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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Score components

25%

8.1

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

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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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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.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £410
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

25%

8.1

Performance

25%

8.6

Energy efficiency

20%

7.6

Washing programs

20%

6.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

7.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

7.7
Capacity
7 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 7 kg, which is less than 73% of washing machines and equal to 16.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
55 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 55 L drum, which is smaller than 59.2% of washing machines and equal to 6.3% of washing machines.
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
400 RPM
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 27.6% of washing machines and equal to 71.7% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
B
This washing machine has energy class B, which is worse than 62.1% of washing machines and the same as 11.8% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
51 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 50.3% of washing machines and equal to 7.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
112.2 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year, which is higher than 50.1% of washing machines and equal to 7.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
28.1 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £28.1, which is lower than 43.2% of washing machines and equal to 7.2% 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
15
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 39.5% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Synthetics, Wool, Quick 15'/30', Mix, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Night Wash, Drum Clean, Delicates/Silk, Sports/Fitness, Jeans, Shirts, Hygiene Plus
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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.3% of washing machines and equal to 37% of washing machines.
Quick 15/30 min., Wool
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Market range: <14 min – >30 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 15 min, which is shorter than 24.5% of washing machines and equal to 45.3% of washing machines.
Extra Quick 15'/30'
ECO cycle duration
208 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 208 min, which is shorter than 69.9% of washing machines and equal to 8% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
10
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 10 advanced features, which is fewer than 61.4% of washing machines and equal to 10.3% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Night/Silent option, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features 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.
ActiveWater Plus (detects load size and precisely adjusts water use, saving up to 50% water for smaller loads)
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.
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 2 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (6 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    6 vs 4
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Side walls that reduce vibration, increase stability, and lower noise levels during the spin cycle.
  • 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.
    Night Wash
  • 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.
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 46.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 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
  • 10 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (208 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    208 min vs 218 min
  • 0.2 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.8 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.8 cm vs 85 cm
  • 2 more spin speeds
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (6 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200, 1,400 RPM
    6 vs 4
  • 1 dB quieter washing
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (52 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    52 dB vs 53 dB
  • 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
  • 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.
    Night Wash
  • 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.
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 46.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 10 min shorter eco cycle
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (208 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    208 min vs 218 min
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 31.5% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Side walls that reduce vibration, increase stability, and lower noise levels during the spin cycle.
  • 0.2 cm lower height
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (84.8 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    84.8 cm vs 85 cm
  • Does not have a steam technology
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 67.6% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 54.7% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 2 fewer advanced features
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (10 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Night/Silent option, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Quick function.
    10 vs 12
  • 1 kg less capacity
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (75 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    75 dB vs 74 dB
  • 1 kg less capacity
    This washing machine holds less laundry than the average washing machine (7 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    7 kg vs 8 kg
  • 1 dB louder spinning
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (75 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    75 dB vs 74 dB
  • 3 L less drum space
    This washing machine has a smaller drum than the average washing machine (55 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    55 L vs 58 L
  • Worse energy grade
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (B vs A).
    B vs A
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (51 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    51 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Does not have a steam technology
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 67.6% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 69.7% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 54.7% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 2 fewer advanced features
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (10 vs 12). The average washing machine has 12 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Night/Silent option, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Quick function.
    10 vs 12
  • Does not have a special drum design
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 60.8% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 3% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (69 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    69 kg vs 67 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4

  • Six spin speeds let you choose how damp the clothes come out.
  • The door opens to 180 degrees, so loading and unloading is easy.
  • The inverter motor has a 10-year warranty.
  • The Night/Silent option keeps late washes quieter.
  • The anti-crease setting means less ironing afterwards.
  • Laundry detection adjusts the wash to the load.

What customers don't like about Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4

  • The spin is loud at 75 dB during the final spin.
  • It has no steam technology for refreshing clothes.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be controlled from a phone.
  • There is no AquaStop leak protection.
  • Detergent has to be measured by hand, since there is no automatic dosing.

Verdict

Engineered to deliver whisper-quiet cleaning excellence and enduring reliability, the Bosch WAN28257II Serie 4 front-loading washing machine accommodates seven kilograms of garments within a fifty-five-liter drum. Powered by a brushless EcoSilence Drive inverter motor covered by a ten-year warranty, it spins at 1400 revolutions per minute with class-B moisture removal. The appliance features specialized AntiVibration side panels that absorb mechanical vibrations, preserving peaceful domestic tranquility. Bosch's SpeedPerfect function accelerates wash durations by up to sixty-five percent without compromising cleaning efficacy, while intelligent ActiveWater Plus sensors meter water consumption with exact precision according to textile absorption. Fifteen tailored programs include dedicated cycles for jeans, shirts, wool, sports gear, and sanitizing Hygiene Plus, alongside a rapid fifteen-minute wash. Featuring automatic drum self-cleaning, an intuitive LED display, a wide 180-degree door opening, and Pause and Add convenience, it delivers dependable German engineering.

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