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Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£610Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 Review: Compare 101 technical specifications and 1 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.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

100%

7.9

Technical score

â–²Better than 53% 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

25%

8.5

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.1

Features

10%

7.9

Design

â–²Better than 53% of washing-machines
6.6

Review score

Review score
6.6/ 10
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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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Grades by review (1)
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100%

6.6

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1 review, with a printed score. Share in the overall score: 0%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 73% of washing-machines
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    N/A~ £610

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

25%

8.5

Performance

25%

9.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

6.1

Features

10%

7.9

Design

7.9
Review score
Review score
6.6/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Grades by review (1)
✓ explicit
1

100%

6.6

ocu.org

1 review, with a printed score. Share in the overall score: 0%, the same for every model in this category.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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 65% of models
Score components:

60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

6.2

Price

7.3
Capacity
9 kg
Capacity
9 kg
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 9 kg, which is more than 53.6% of washing machines and equal to 23.9% of washing machines.
Drum volume
65 L
Drum volume
65 L
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <43 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 65 L drum, which is larger than 73.7% of washing machines and equal to 9.2% of washing machines.
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
â–² Better than 10% of models
This washing machine has spin-drying class B, which is more efficient than in 10% of washing machines and the same as in 83.5% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,200 RPM
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,200 RPM, which is slower than 71.1% of washing machines and equal to 22.3% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
â–² Better than 28% of models
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
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 38% of models
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
46 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
46 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 46 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 76.1% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
101.2 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
101.2 kWh/year
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 101.2 kWh/year, which is lower than 80% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
25.3 £
Annual energy cost
25.3 £
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £25.3, which is lower than 80.3% of washing machines and equal to 3.9% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
Water consumption per cycle
48 L
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
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
15
N. of washing programs
15
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 15 wash programmes, which is more than 39.5% of washing machines and equal to 36.8% of washing machines.
Cotton, Eco 40-60, Synthetics, Mix, Delicates/Silk, Wool, Rinse, Spin/Drain, Hygiene Plus, Shirts, Sports, Duvets, Dark Garments, Drum Clean, Quick 15'/30'
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
Market range: <0 – >40
This washing machine offers 0 downloadable programmes, which is fewer than 10.3% of washing machines and equal to 89.7% of washing machines.
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
2
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour, which is more than 41.7% of washing machines and equal to 36.5% of washing machines.
Quick 15/30 min., Wool
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
â–¼ Worse than 30% of models
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.
Extra Quick 15'/30'
ECO cycle duration
228 min
ECO cycle duration
228 min
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 228 min, which is longer than 59.2% of washing machines and equal to 18.2% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
9
N. of advanced features
9
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 9 advanced features, which is fewer than 68.5% of washing machines and equal to 5.7% of washing machines.
Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This washing machine features a foam control system. 79.1% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% 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
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
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
Color
white
â–² Better than 14% of models
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
Type
self-standing
â–² Better than 3% of models
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
Loading type
front-loading
â–² Better than 9% of models
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
Display
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 96.2% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.7% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (46 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    46 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    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.
    Side walls that reduce vibration, increase stability, and lower noise levels during the spin cycle.
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    71 dB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Energy consumption bar for the set program in the display.
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 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
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (65 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    65 L vs 58 L
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 3 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    71 dB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (71 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    71 dB vs 74 dB
  • 1 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    9 kg
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 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
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <43 L – >70 L
    This washing machine has a roomier drum than the average washing machine (65 L vs 58 L). The average washing machine has a drum of 58 L.
    65 L vs 58 L
  • Better noise class
    Noise emission class
    A
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 1 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <4 – >6
    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
  • 2 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    51 dB
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (51 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    51 dB vs 53 dB
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (46 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    46 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 48.5% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • Jeans cycle
    Jeans cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for jeans, the average washing machine does not have. 49.7% of washing machines have a jeans cycle.
  • Has an ECO indicator
    ECO indicator
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This washing machine displays an ECO indicator, which the average washing machine lacks. 10.5% of washing machines have an ECO indicator.
    Energy consumption bar for the set program in the display.
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    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.
    Side walls that reduce vibration, increase stability, and lower noise levels during the spin cycle.
  • 0.2 cm lower height
    Height
    84.8 cm
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 70.9% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 85.4% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 2 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (9 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
    9 vs 11
  • 11.2% heavier
    Weight
    74.5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (74.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    74.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 8.3% larger volume
    Volume
    303,755.296 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (303755.3 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    303,755.296 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    228 min
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 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
  • 48.8% more expensive
    Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£610 vs £410).
    £610 vs £410
  • 3.2% worse value for money
    Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.35 vs 7.6).
    7.35 vs 7.59
  • 200 RPM lower spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,200 RPM
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k 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
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a steam technology, the average washing machine does. 71.1% of washing machines feature a steam technology.
  • Does not have an anti-stain cycle
    Anti-stain function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-stain cycle, the average washing machine does. 70.9% of washing machines have an anti-stain cycle.
  • Does not have an extra-rinse function
    Extra rinse function
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special extra-rinse function, the average washing machine does. 85.4% of washing machines feature such function.
  • 10 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    228 min
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 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
  • 2 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (9 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    Overflow protection, Foam control system, Unbalanced load detection, Laundry detection system, Self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, Eco indicator, Anti-crease function, Quick function.
    9 vs 11
  • 11.2% heavier
    Weight
    74.5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (74.5 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    74.5 kg vs 67 kg
  • 8.3% larger volume
    Volume
    303,755.296 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (303755.3 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    303,755.296 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 3.4 cm deeper
    Depth
    59.9 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59.9 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59.9 cm vs 56.5 cm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.6
ocu.org
✓ explicit
Not Dated
Lab test · Spin and stains
Verdict
The Bosch WUU24T61ES, now discontinued, is a 9 kg front loader that spins clothes very dry and uses little water, but draws a lot of electricity and has no app.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6

  • 46 kWh per 100 cycles keeps power use low.
  • Spin at 1200 RPM leaves very little moisture in clothes.
  • Stain removal is good in tests on many types of stain.
  • A 9 kg capacity and 65 L drum handle big family loads.
  • Water use is low on synthetics, about 62 L in tests.
  • The self-cleaning function keeps the drum fresh.

What we don't like about Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6

  • At 74.5 kg it is heavy to move.
  • Loading and unloading is the hardest part of daily use.
  • Without Wi-Fi or an app, there is no phone control.
  • There is no extra rinse function.
  • Washing noise reaches 51 dB, which is noticeable in a quiet room.

Verdict

Engineered to deliver silent, resource-efficient operation, the Bosch WUU24T61ES Serie 6 front-loading washing machine achieves class-A energy efficiency while consuming forty-six kilowatt-hours per hundred cycles. Its sixty-five-liter drum easily accommodates nine kilograms of family laundry, powered by a brushless EcoSilence Drive inverter motor covered by a ten-year warranty. Producing merely fifty-one decibels during washing and seventy-one decibels during 1200 revolutions per minute spinning, it ensures supreme tranquility via AntiVibration side panels. The SpeedPerfect function reduces washing durations by up to sixty-five percent without compromising cleaning excellence, while ActiveWater Plus sensors regulate water intake with precision according to fabric absorption. Fifteen programs feature specialized Hygiene Plus cycles, duvet care, and a fifteen-minute quick option, complemented by the wave-droplet VarioDrum structure. Featuring Reload garment replenishment, delay start scheduling, and intuitive LED touch controls, it provides dependable German craftsmanship.

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