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Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£730Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Washing machines category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the washing machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best washing machines on the market.
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100%

7.9

Technical score

▲Better than 63% of washing-machines
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the washing machine's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washing machines based on technical performance and available features.
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25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.3

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

8.0

Design

▲Better than 63% of washing-machines
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Review score
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
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Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the washing machine's technical performance, covering five key areas: performance, energy efficiency, washing programs, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare washing machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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25%

8.4

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.3

Washing programs

20%

6.3

Features

10%

8.0

Design

7.9
Review score
Review score
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Too few models in this category have enough reviews yet, so reviews are shown but do not count in the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the washing machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
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Popularity:
Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 92.3% of washing machines.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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.
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60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

5.2

Price

7.1
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.7% of washing machines and equal to 24.6% of washing machines.
Drum volume
63 L
Drum volume
63 L
This washing machine has a 63 L drum, which is larger than 69.8% of washing machines and equal to 2.1% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 10.5% of washing machines and the same as in 83.8% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 70.6% of washing machines and equal to 22% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM, which is lower than 28.9% of washing machines and equal to 70.6% of washing machines.
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
This washing machine has energy class A, which is better than 45.8% of washing machines and the same as 54.2% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
46 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
46 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 46 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 82.5% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
101.2 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
101.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 101.2 kWh/year, which is lower than 87.8% of washing machines and equal to 3.1% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
25.3 £
Annual energy cost
25.3 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £25.3, which is lower than 87.9% of washing machines and equal to 3.1% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
This washing machine uses 48 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 54.3% of washing machines and equal to 13.4% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
N. of washing programs
14
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 59.9% of washing machines and equal to 21.8% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Synthetics, Rapid Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene Plus, Sports, Dark Garments, Drum Clean, Quick 15'/30'
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 9.4% of washing machines and equal to 90.6% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 42.5% of washing machines and equal to 35.1% of washing machines.
Quick 15/30 min., Wool
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
This washing machine has a fastest cycle of 15 min, which is shorter than 24.5% of washing machines and equal to 44.3% of washing machines.
Extra Quick 15'/30'
ECO cycle duration
228 min
ECO cycle duration
228 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 228 min, which is longer than 59.6% of washing machines and equal to 18.6% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
11
N. of advanced features
11
This washing machine has 11 advanced features, which is more than 42.6% of washing machines and equal to 11% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Anti-crease function, Extra rinse function, Stain removal function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
This washing machine features a foam control system. 78.9% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% 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
Unbalanced load detection
yes
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
This washing machine does not feature a load balancing system. 46.1% of washing machines have a load balancing system.
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Color
white
Color
white
This washing machine comes in white, which is more conventional than the colour in 12.8% of washing machines and the same as the colour in 87.2% of washing machines.
Type
self-standing
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
Loading type
front-loading
This washing machine is front-loading, which is more practical than the design in 9.3% of washing machines and the same as the design in 90.8% of washing machines.
Display
yes
Display
yes
This washing machine has a display. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.6% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (46 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    46 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 4 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    71 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    71 dB vs 75 dB
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 33.1% of washing machines have an anti-vibration design.
    Side walls that reduce vibration, increase stability, and lower noise levels during the spin cycle.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    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
  • 1 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    5
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 48.9% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • 7.96x more popular
    Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 is more popular than the average washing machine (7.96 vs 1).
    7.96 vs 1
  • 4 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    71 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    71 dB vs 75 dB
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    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
  • 1 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    5
    This washing machine has more spin speeds than the average washing machine (5 vs 4). The average washing machine has 4 spin speeds.
    400, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200 RPM
    5 vs 4
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 5 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    63 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (63 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    63 L vs 58 L
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (46 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    46 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 48.9% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 30.8% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    This washing machine has an anti-vibration design, the average washing machine does not have. 33.1% 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
    Height
    84.8 cm
    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
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Synthetics, Rapid Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene Plus, Sports, Dark Garments, Drum Clean, Quick 15'/30'
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 9.2% heavier
    Weight
    72.6 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    228 min
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (228 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    228 min vs 218 min
  • 73.8% more expensive
    Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£730 vs £420).
    £730 vs £420
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    48 L
    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
  • 73.8% more expensive
    Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£730 vs £420).
    £730 vs £420
  • 4.8% worse value for money
    Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.08 vs 7.4).
    7.08 vs 7.42
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    This washing machine spins slower than the average washing machine (1200 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,200 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 1 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    48 L
    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
  • Does not have a steam technology
    Steam technology
    no
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 65.7% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Synthetics, Rapid Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene Plus, Sports, Dark Garments, Drum Clean, Quick 15'/30'
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 50.3% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    228 min
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (228 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    228 min vs 218 min
  • 9.2% heavier
    Weight
    72.6 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    72.6 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • 6.3% larger volume
    Volume
    298,177.152 cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298177.2 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,177.152 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.3 cm deeper
    Depth
    58.8 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (58.8 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    58.8 cm vs 56.5 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6

  • A 9 kg drum takes a full family load in one go.
  • 46 kWh per 100 cycles keeps running costs low.
  • ActiveWater Plus adjusts the water to the load and can save up to 50 % water.
  • The spin is quiet at 71 dB.
  • At 64 cm wide, it can fit a smaller room.
  • AquaStop helps guard against leaks.

What we don't like about Bosch WGG14201FR Serie 6

  • At 72.6 kg it is hard to move.
  • The Eco 40-60 cycle took about 3 hours 48 minutes in tests.
  • Spin drying is only class B, which is not a standout.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be controlled from a phone.

Verdict

The Bosch WGG14201FR Series 6 is an A class washing machine with excellent energy performance, consuming 46 kWh per 100 cycles. The EcoSilence Drive™ motor comes with a 10-year spare parts warranty and operates quietly at 71 dB during spinning. The anti-vibration design of the side panels enhances stability, while the VarioDrum with a wave-like surface provides effective and gentle cleaning. The SpeedPerfect function reduces washing times by up to 65%, with mixed loads of 4 kg completed in just 46 minutes. AquaStop protection is included. Significant drawbacks include only 14 programs, the lack of steam technology, a load balancing system, and self-diagnosis. The spin speed reaches only 1200 RPM, and it is not possible to save favourite settings. The high price does not fully justify the functional limitations of this washing machine.

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