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Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£420Capacity:12 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 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.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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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▼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

100%

7.0

Technical score

▼Worse than 74% of washing-machines
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

7.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

5.7

Features

10%

6.3

Design

▼Worse than 74% of washing-machines
6.2

Review score

Review score
6.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
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100%

6.2

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance

25%

7.1

Energy efficiency

20%

7.2

Washing programs

20%

5.7

Features

10%

6.3

Design

7.0
Review score
Review score
6.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Grades by review (1)
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100%

6.2

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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.
6.2
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
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

7.8

Price

7.3
Capacity
12 kg
Capacity
12 kg
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 12 kg, which is more than 93.8% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
?
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
Spin-drying efficiency class
B
▲ 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
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
▲ Better than 31% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,400 RPM, which is faster than 31.2% of washing machines and equal to 63.8% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
Minimum spin speed
400 RPM
▲ 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
▲ 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
54 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
54 kWh/100 cycles
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 54 kWh/100 cycles, which is higher than 61.7% of washing machines and equal to 2.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
118.8 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
118.8 kWh/year
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 118.8 kWh/year, which is higher than 58.1% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
29.7 £
Annual energy cost
29.7 £
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £29.7, which is higher than 57.6% of washing machines and equal to 2.5% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
57 L
Water consumption per cycle
57 L
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 57 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 96.7% of washing machines and equal to 0.6% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
14
N. of washing programs
14
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 14 wash programmes, which is fewer than 60.7% of washing machines and equal to 20.5% of washing machines.
Cotton, Synthetics, Mixed, Bed Linens, Baby Care, Cotton 20°C, Drum Cleaning, Spin Only, Rinse + Spin, Wool, ECO 40-60, Sports, Sterilisation, Express 15'
N. of downloadable programs
0
N. of downloadable programs
0
▼ 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
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This washing machine has 1 programmes under an hour, which is fewer than 58.5% of washing machines and equal to 41.2% of washing machines.
Quick 15'
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
▼ 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.
ECO cycle duration
240 min
ECO cycle duration
240 min
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 240 min, which is longer than 92.7% of washing machines and equal to 6.7% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
10
N. of advanced features
10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <7 – >21
This washing machine has 10 advanced features, which is fewer than 57.5% of washing machines and equal to 10.8% of washing machines.
overflow protection, laundry detection system, self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, memory function, steam technology, Night/Silent option, extra rinse function, anti-stain function, quick function
Foam control system
no
Foam control system
no
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This washing machine does not feature a foam control system. 79.1% of washing machines have a foam control system.
Laundry detection system
yes
Laundry detection system
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 92.7% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
no
Unbalanced load detection
no
▼ Worse than 92% of models
This washing machine does not have unbalanced load detection. 91.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
no
Load balancing system
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ 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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Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 4 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    12 kg
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (12 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    12 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    6
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 – >6
    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
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 40.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    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.
    Comfort Mode (ultra-quiet wash and spin setting minimising noise levels)
  • Baby-care cycle
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • 7.84x more popular
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 is more popular than the average washing machine (7.84 vs 1).
    7.84 vs 1
  • 7.84x more popular
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 is more popular than the average washing machine (7.84 vs 1).
    7.84 vs 1
  • 4 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    12 kg
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (12 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    12 kg vs 8 kg
  • 2 more spin speeds
    N. of spin speeds
    6
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 – >6
    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 a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    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.
    Comfort Mode (ultra-quiet wash and spin setting minimising noise levels)
  • Baby-care cycle
    Baby Care cycle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine has a special cycle for baby's clothes, the average washing machine does not have. 46.5% of washing machines have such cycle.
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    This washing machine can save selected settings to favorites, the average washing machine cannot. 40.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • 6 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (80 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    80 dB vs 74 dB
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Synthetics, Mixed, Bed Linens, Baby Care, Cotton 20°C, Drum Cleaning, Spin Only, Rinse + Spin, Wool, ECO 40-60, Sports, Sterilisation, Express 15'
    14 vs 15
  • 10 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    57 L
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (57 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    57 L vs 47 L
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • Does not have an anti-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 70.6% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    Foam control system
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 53.8% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    54 kWh/100 cycles
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 has worse value for money than the average washing machine (7.25 vs 7.6).
    7.25 vs 7.59
  • 6 dB louder spinning
    Spin noise level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is louder on spin than the average washing machine (80 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    80 dB vs 74 dB
  • Worse noise class
    Noise emission class
    C
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a worse noise class than the average washing machine (C vs B).
    C vs B
  • 10 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    57 L
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (57 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    57 L vs 47 L
  • 4 kWh/100 cycles more energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    54 kWh/100 cycles
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses more electricity than the average washing machine (54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    54 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 21.3% higher yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    12,540 L/year
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (12540 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    12,540 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 4.18 £ higher yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    23.826 £
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <17.138 £ – >21.736 £
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (23.8 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    23.826 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 1 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    14
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (14 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    Cotton, Synthetics, Mixed, Bed Linens, Baby Care, Cotton 20°C, Drum Cleaning, Spin Only, Rinse + Spin, Wool, ECO 40-60, Sports, Sterilisation, Express 15'
    14 vs 15
  • Does not have an anti-crease feature
    Anti-crease function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This washing machine does not have an anti-crease function, the average washing machine has. 70.6% of washing machines include an anti-crease function.
  • Does not have a duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This washing machine does not have a duvet cycle, the average washing machine does. 53.8% of washing machines have a duvet cycle.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This washing machine offers fewer quick programmes than the average washing machine (1 vs 2). The average washing machine has 2 programmes under an hour.
    Quick 15'
    1 vs 2
  • Does not have an allergen cycle
    Anti-Allergy cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This washing machine does not have an allergen cycle, the average washing machine does not have. 66.1% of washing machines have an allergen cycle.
  • Does not have an outdoor/sport cycle
    Outdoor/Sport cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special cycle for outdoor/sport clothes, while the average washing machine does. 72.9% of washing machines have such a cycle.
  • 22 min longer eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    240 min
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a longer ECO cycle than the average washing machine (240 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    240 min vs 218 min
  • Does not have a gentle cycle
    Gentle cycle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    This washing machine does not have a Gentle cycle, while the average washing machine has it. 87.3% of washing machines have a Gentle cycle.
  • Does not feature a foam control system
    Foam control system
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This washing machine does not feature a foam control system, the average washing machine does. 79.1% of washing machines have this feature.
  • No unbalanced load detection
    Unbalanced load detection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    This washing machine does not have an unbalanced load detection system, which the average washing machine has. 91.7% of washing machines feature unbalanced load detection.
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    N. of advanced features
    10
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <7 – >21
    This washing machine has fewer advanced features than the average washing machine (10 vs 11). The average washing machine has 11 advanced features.
    overflow protection, laundry detection system, self-cleaning function, Pause & Add, memory function, steam technology, Night/Silent option, extra rinse function, anti-stain function, quick function
    10 vs 11
  • Does not have a special drum design
    Special drum design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This washing machine does not have a special drum design, the average washing machine does. 61.3% of washing machines have a special drum design.
  • 0.2 cm wider
    Width
    60 cm
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <56 cm – >60 cm
    This washing machine is wider than the average washing machine (60 cm vs 59.8 cm). The average washing machine is 59.8 cm wide.
    60 cm vs 59.8 cm
  • 4.5% heavier
    Weight
    70 kg
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (70 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    70 kg vs 67 kg
  • 3.6% larger volume
    Volume
    290,700 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (290700 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    290,700 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³

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Verdict
Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 Steel suits big households with a laundry room away from bedrooms; its 12 kg drum fits king duvets, but its spin is loud.

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What we like about Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000

  • A 12 kg drum handles bulky items such as duvets.
  • Six spin speeds give more control over the spin.
  • The 1400 RPM spin wrings out heavy loads well.
  • A motor warranty of 10 years.
  • Steam and a fast function add flexibility.
  • A night and silent option suits late loads.

What we don't like about Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000

  • The spin reaches 80 dB, loud enough to hear from the hallway.
  • Water use is 57 L per cycle, or 12540 L a year.
  • An ECO cycle takes 240 min.
  • There is no gentle cycle for delicate fabrics.
  • There is no foam control system.

Verdict

The Cecotec Bolero DressCode 121000 is an extraordinary front-loading washing machine engineered to master massive household wash volumes with elite energy efficiency and modern fabric protection. Delivering an enormous twelve-kilogram washing capacity and a 1400 RPM spin speed, this heavy-duty appliance accommodates large duvets, blankets, and multi-member family laundry in single batches. Remarkably, it achieves the highest Class A energy rating, consuming an exceptionally economical 54 kWh per hundred cycles to slash household electricity expenses. Powered by an advanced brushless Inverter Plus motor backed by a ten-year warranty, it delivers dependable mechanical torque and variable drum agitation. Integrated SteamMax technology infuses hygienic steam to eradicate bacteria and soften deep wrinkles, while fourteen flexible programs, a quick fifteen-minute cycle, Stop and Go pause functionality, and a Pearl Drum design guarantee thorough textile care.

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