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Bosch WGB256041 review: 101 specs compared

Avg. price:~£980Capacity:10 kgMaximum spin speed:1600 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WGB256041 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch WGB256041
8.6/10

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

Technical score

25%

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User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, 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

★Better than 97% of washing machines
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

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8.9

Technical score

Technical score
8.9/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

25%

9.5

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

9.2

Washing programs

20%

7.9

Features

10%

8.2

Design

★Better than 99%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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 8.0, 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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Best prices
    N/A~ £980
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WGB256041

Technical score
Technical score
8.9/ 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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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

25%

9.5

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

9.2

Washing programs

20%

7.9

Features

10%

8.2

Design

8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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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Score components:

70%

8.6

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

7.0
Capacity
10 kg
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 10 kg, which is more than 77.6% of washing machines and equal to 12% of washing machines.
Drum volume
70 L
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 70 L drum, which is larger than 89.1% of washing machines and equal to 1.6% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
A
This washing machine has spin-drying class A, which is more efficient than in 93.7% of washing machines and the same as in 6.4% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,600 RPM, which is faster than 96% of washing machines and equal to 4% 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 27.9% of washing machines and equal to 71.1% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 38.3% of washing machines and the same as 61.7% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
35.4 kWh/100 cycles
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 35.4 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 96.5% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
77.9 kWh/year
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 77.9 kWh/year, which is lower than 97.9% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
19.5 £
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £19.5, which is lower than 98.2% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 48 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 54% of washing machines and equal to 13% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
18
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 18 wash programmes, which is more than 93.7% of washing machines and equal to 0.4% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
7
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 7 downloadable programmes, which is more than 92.5% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
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 25.4% of washing machines and equal to 44.8% of washing machines.
ECO cycle duration
237 min
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 237 min, which is longer than 81.3% of washing machines and equal to 0.1% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features a foam control system. 79.1% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.8% 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% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 86% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
This washing machine is self-standing, which is more flexible to place than the type in 3.3% 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 9% of washing machines and the same as the design in 91% 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 WGB256041 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 14.6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (35.4 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    35.4 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 3 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (18 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    18 vs 15
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 12 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (70 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    70 L vs 58 L
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 2 kg more capacity
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (10 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    10 kg vs 8 kg
  • More efficient spin drying
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 12 L more drum space
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (70 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    70 L vs 58 L
  • Better noise class
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 dB
  • 14.6 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (35.4 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    35.4 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 30.6% lower energy use
    This washing machine uses less energy than the average washing machine (77.9 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    77.9 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 8.6 £ lower yearly running cost
    This washing machine costs less to run than the average washing machine (19.5 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    19.5 £ vs 28.1 £
  • 3 more wash programmes
    This washing machine offers more wash programmes than the average washing machine (18 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    18 vs 15
  • Mini-load function
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • Refresh cycle
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • Has a night/silent option
    This washing machine has a Night/Silent function, which the average washing machine does not have. 26.9% of washing machines include a Night/Silent option.
  • Colors cycle
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • Shirt cycle
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Has Wi-Fi
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Supports smart pairing
    This washing machine supports smart pairing, while the average washing machine does not. 6.6% of washing machines offer this.
  • Can save settings to favorites
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 40.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 45.3% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Can be controlled by voice
    This washing machine can be controlled by voice, the average washing machine cannot. 32.1% of washing machines can be controlled by voice.
  • Shows consumption statistics
    This washing machine can shows its consumption statistics in the app, the average washing machine cannot. 35.7% of washing machines can do this.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 34.2% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
  • Has an interior light
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.8% 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
  • 22.4% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (82 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    82 kg vs 67 kg
  • 19 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (237 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    237 min vs 218 min
  • 2.39x more expensive
    Bosch WGB256041 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£980 vs £410).
    £980 vs £410
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (48 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    48 L vs 47 L
  • 6.3% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 10.1% worse value for money
    Bosch WGB256041 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.95 vs 7.7).
    6.95 vs 7.66
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 7 fewer downloadable programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer downloadable programmes than the average washing machine (7 vs 0). The average washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes.
    7 vs 0
  • 2.39x more expensive
    Bosch WGB256041 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£980 vs £410).
    £980 vs £410
  • 10.1% worse value for money
    Bosch WGB256041 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.95 vs 7.7).
    6.95 vs 7.66
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (48 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    48 L vs 47 L
  • 19 min longer eco cycle
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (237 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    237 min vs 218 min
  • 7 fewer downloadable programmes
    This washing machine offers fewer downloadable programmes than the average washing machine (7 vs 0). The average washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes.
    7 vs 0
  • 22.4% heavier
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (82 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    82 kg vs 67 kg
  • 6.3% larger volume
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59 cm vs 56.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Bosch WGB256041

  • A 1600 RPM spin takes out a lot of water.
  • A 10 kg capacity handles big family loads.
  • Energy use is 35.4 kWh per 100 cycles.
  • The night or silent option runs more quietly.
  • The motor carries a 10 year warranty.
  • Anti-stain and anti-crease functions help with marks and creases.

What we don't like about Bosch WGB256041

  • At 82 kg it is heavy to move.
  • There is no automatic dosing system, so detergent goes in by hand.
  • Spin noise of 72 dB can still be heard in a quiet flat.
  • Each cycle uses 48 L of water.

Verdict

For a family with a lot of washing, the Bosch WGB256041 makes sense, since its 10 kg capacity and 70 L drum take big loads. A 1600 RPM spin wrings out a lot of water, and its spin-drying class is A. Energy use is 35.4 kWh per 100 cycles, and water use is 48 L per cycle. A night or silent option lets it run while you sleep, with spin noise at 72 dB and an A noise class. Anti-stain, anti-crease and extra rinse functions help with stubborn marks and creased shirts, and seven downloadable programs add choice. The trade-off is weight: at 82 kg it is heavy to move, and it needs a firm, level floor. It suits a household that washes often and wants a powerful, quiet machine for big loads.

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