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Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,010Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:CType:integratedLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WIW24342EU 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.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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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6.9

Technical score

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Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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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8.1

Performance

25%

6.8

Energy efficiency

20%

5.7

Washing programs

20%

5.8

Features

10%

8.6

Design

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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
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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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8.1

Performance

25%

6.8

Energy efficiency

20%

5.7

Washing programs

20%

5.8

Features

10%

8.6

Design

6.9
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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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6 has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 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.
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6.9

Overall score

40%

2.8

Price

5.7
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 26.6% of washing machines and equal to 27% of washing machines.
Drum volume
55 L
Drum volume
55 L
This washing machine has a 55 L drum, which is smaller than 59.9% of washing machines and equal to 6.4% 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
C
Energy efficiency class
C
This washing machine has energy class C, which is worse than 68.1% of washing machines and the same as 10.3% of washing machines.
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
62 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
62 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 62 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 72% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
136.4 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
136.4 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 136.4 kWh/year, which is higher than 68.2% of washing machines and equal to 3.4% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
34.1 £
Annual energy cost
34.1 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £34.1, which is higher than 68.1% of washing machines and equal to 3.4% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
Water consumption per cycle
45 L
This washing machine uses 45 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 58.3% of washing machines and equal to 10.3% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
12
N. of washing programs
12
This washing machine offers 12 wash programmes, which is fewer than 83.4% of washing machines and equal to 7.7% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Easy Care, Quick Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, AllergyPlus, Shirts, Extra 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.
Extra Quick 15'/30', 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
206 min
ECO cycle duration
206 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 206 min, which is shorter than 79.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.4% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
8
N. of advanced features
8
This washing machine has 8 advanced features, which is fewer than 74.5% of washing machines and equal to 9.3% of washing machines.
AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Anti-crease 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
integrated
Type
integrated
This washing machine is integrated, which is less flexible to place than the type in 97% of washing machines and the same as the type in 3% 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 WIW24342EU Serie 6 vs the average washing machine

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  • 9 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    66 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (66 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    66 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.
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.2% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 12 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    41 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (41 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    41 dB vs 53 dB
  • 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
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 45.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 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
  • 9 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    66 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (66 dB vs 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    66 dB vs 75 dB
  • 12 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    41 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (41 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    41 dB vs 53 dB
  • 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
  • 2 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    45 L
    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
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 45.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 12 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    206 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (206 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    206 min vs 218 min
  • 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.
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.2% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 3.2 cm lower height
    Height
    81.8 cm
    This washing machine is shorter than the average washing machine (81.8 cm vs 85 cm). The average washing machine is 85 cm tall.
    81.8 cm vs 85 cm
  • 5.4% smaller volume
    Volume
    265,215.232 cm³
    This washing machine has a smaller volume than the average washing machine (265215.2 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    265,215.232 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.1 cm shallower
    Depth
    54.4 cm
    This washing machine is shallower than the average washing machine (54.4 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    54.4 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    12
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Easy Care, Quick Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, AllergyPlus, Shirts, Extra Quick 15'/30'
    12 vs 15
  • 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
  • Worse energy grade
    Energy efficiency class
    C
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (C vs A).
    C vs A
  • 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.
  • 11 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    62 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (62 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    62 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 68.4% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 69.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 83% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 2.4x more expensive
    Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£1,010 vs £420).
    £1,010 vs £420
  • 30.9% worse value for money
    Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (5.67 vs 7.4).
    5.67 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
  • 3 L less drum space
    Drum volume
    55 L
    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
    Energy efficiency class
    C
    This washing machine has a worse energy class than the average washing machine (C vs A).
    C vs A
  • 11 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    62 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (62 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 51 kWh/100 cycles.
    62 kWh/100 cycles vs 51 kWh/100 cycles
  • 17% higher energy use
    Annual energy consumption
    136.4 kWh/year
    This washing machine uses more energy than the average washing machine (136.4 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 116.6 kWh/year.
    136.4 kWh/year vs 116.6 kWh/year
  • 4.9 £ higher yearly running cost
    Annual energy cost
    34.1 £
    This washing machine costs more to run than the average washing machine (34.1 £ vs 29.2 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 29.2 £.
    34.1 £ vs 29.2 £
  • 3 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    12
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (12 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Eco 40-60, Cotton + Prewash, Easy Care, Quick Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, AllergyPlus, Shirts, Extra Quick 15'/30'
    12 vs 15
  • 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.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 68.4% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 83% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 2 fewer temperature settings
    N. of temperature settings
    4
    This washing machine offers fewer temperature settings than the average washing machine (4 vs 6). The average washing machine offers 6 temperature settings.
    30°,40°, 60°, 90°
    4 vs 6
  • 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.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    no
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 70.9% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • Does not have a cold wash setting
    Cold wash
    no
    This washing machine does not provide a cold wash option, which the average washing machine has. 93.4% of washing machines include a cold wash option.
  • No self-cleaning cycle
    Self-cleaning function
    no
    This washing machine is not self-cleaning, the average washing machine is. 69.8% of washing machines are self-cleaning.
  • 3 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    8
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (8 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    AquaStop system, Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Pause & Add, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
    8 vs 11
  • 14.7% heavier
    Weight
    76.3 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (76.3 kg vs 66.5 kg). The average washing machine weighs 66.5 kg.
    76.3 kg vs 66.5 kg
  • Less flexible placement
    Type
    integrated
    This washing machine is less flexible to place than the average washing machine (integrated vs self-standing).
    integrated vs self-standing

Third-party reviews

What we like about Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6

  • Washing noise of 41 dB is quiet enough for evening use.
  • An 8 kg capacity handles everyday family loads.
  • Water use is 45 L per cycle, a moderate figure.
  • At 81.8 cm high, it fits under many worktops.
  • A pre-wash cycle helps with heavily soiled loads.
  • The motor is covered by a 10 year warranty.

What we don't like about Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6

  • Energy use is 62 kWh per 100 cycles, class C.
  • Only 12 programs and 4 temperature settings narrow the choice.
  • There is no cold wash and no outdoor or sport cycle.
  • There is no extra rinse function and no anti-stain function.
  • At 76.3 kg it is heavy to move.

Verdict

The Bosch WIW24342EU Serie 6, with an 8 kg capacity, is an exceptionally quiet washing machine, operating at just 41 dB during washing and 66 dB during spinning. The EcoSilence Driveâ„¢ motor, with a 10-year spare parts guarantee, delivers reliability for 20 years of use. The Wave drum distributes water evenly, and the anti-vibration design enhances operational stability. The SpeedPerfect function reduces washing times by up to 65%, with Mixed cycles for 4 kg in 46 minutes. The machine features an internal light and AquaStop system. Drawbacks include a spin speed limited to 1200 rpm and only 12 washing programs. The absence of steam technology, anti-stain cycle, extra rinse, and self-cleaning reduces versatility. The machine also lacks a cold wash option and offers only four temperature settings.

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