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Bosch WAN2427ZFR Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,120Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1200 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WAN2427ZFR 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.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 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 84% of models
Score components

100%

8.4

Technical score

â–²Better than 84% of washing-machines
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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 84% of models
Score components

25%

7.8

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

8.7

Features

10%

8.4

Design

â–²Better than 84% of washing-machines
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Review score

Review score
✕
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)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its overall score is our technical score alone.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WAN2427ZFR

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

25%

7.8

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

7.9

Washing programs

20%

8.7

Features

10%

8.4

Design

8.4
Review score
Review score
✕
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
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its overall score is our technical score alone.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
2.5/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Bosch WAN2427ZFR has a popularity of 2.5 points, which is higher than 68.2% of washing machines.
2.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
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 90% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

1.9

Price

6.5
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <6 kg – >10 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
65 L
Drum volume
65 L
â–² Better than 75% of models
Market range: <42 L – >70 L
This washing machine has a 65 L drum, which is larger than 74.7% of washing machines and equal to 8.2% 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 10.5% 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
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 70.6% of washing machines and equal to 22% of washing machines.
Minimum spin speed
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Energy efficiency class
A
Energy efficiency class
A
â–² Better than 46% of models
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
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <46 kWh/100 cycles – >76 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
?
Annual energy cost
?
Water consumption per cycle
47 L
Water consumption per cycle
47 L
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 45.8% of washing machines and equal to 5.5% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
11
N. of washing programs
11
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 11 wash programmes, which is fewer than 91.2% of washing machines and equal to 2% of washing machines.
N. of downloadable programs
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
Fastest cycle duration
15 min
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
Market range: <14 min – >30 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.
ECO cycle duration
213 min
ECO cycle duration
213 min
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 213 min, which is shorter than 64.4% of washing machines and equal to 1.9% of washing machines.
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N. of advanced features
?
Foam control system
yes
Foam control system
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
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
â–² Better than 8% of models
This washing machine has a laundry detection system. 91.6% of washing machines have this feature.
Unbalanced load detection
yes
Unbalanced load detection
yes
â–² Better than 9% of models
This washing machine has unbalanced load detection. 90.7% of washing machines have unbalanced load detection.
Load balancing system
?
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Color
white
Color
white
â–² Better than 13% of models
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
â–² Better than 3% of models
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
â–² Better than 9% of models
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
â–² Better than 4% of models
This washing machine has a display. 95.5% of washing machines have a display.
Child lock
yes
Child lock
yes
Category Benchmark
This washing machine has a child lock. 99.6% of washing machines have a child lock.
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Bosch WAN2427ZFR vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <46 kWh/100 cycles – >76 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
    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 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    71 dB vs 75 dB
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    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.
  • Water+ feature
    Water+ function
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 9.3% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <42 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
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    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
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    Height
    84.5 cm
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    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
  • 2.46x more popular
    Bosch WAN2427ZFR is more popular than the average washing machine (2.46 vs 1).
    2.46 vs 1
  • 4 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 75 dB). The average washing machine spins at 75 dB.
    71 dB vs 75 dB
  • 7 L more drum space
    Drum volume
    65 L
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <42 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 62% of models
    This washing machine has a better noise class than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 5 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    46 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <46 kWh/100 cycles – >76 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
  • Water+ feature
    Water+ function
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 9.3% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
  • Shirt cycle
    Shirt cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This washing machine has a cycle for shirts, the average washing machine does not have. 45.6% of washing machines have a shirt cycle.
  • 5 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    213 min
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <198 min – >239 min
    This washing machine has a shorter ECO cycle than the average washing machine (213 min vs 218 min). The average washing machine's ECO cycle takes 218 min.
    213 min vs 218 min
  • Has an anti-vibration design
    Anti-vibration design
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    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.
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    Height
    84.5 cm
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <84.5 cm – >86 cm
    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
  • 4 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    11
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (11 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    11 vs 15
  • 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
  • 6.7 cm deeper
    Depth
    63.2 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <48 cm – >63.5 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63.2 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63.2 cm vs 56.5 cm
  • 2.67x more expensive
    Bosch WAN2427ZFR is more expensive than the average washing machine (£1,120 vs £420).
    £1,120 vs £420
  • 14.9% worse value for money
    Bosch WAN2427ZFR has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.46 vs 7.4).
    6.46 vs 7.42
  • 2.67x more expensive
    Bosch WAN2427ZFR is more expensive than the average washing machine (£1,120 vs £420).
    £1,120 vs £420
  • 14.9% worse value for money
    Bosch WAN2427ZFR has worse value for money than the average washing machine (6.46 vs 7.4).
    6.46 vs 7.42
  • 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
  • 4 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    11
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <12 – >16
    This washing machine offers fewer wash programmes than the average washing machine (11 vs 15). The average washing machine offers 15 wash programmes.
    11 vs 15
  • 6.7 cm deeper
    Depth
    63.2 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <48 cm – >63.5 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (63.2 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    63.2 cm vs 56.5 cm

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What we like about Bosch WAN2427ZFR

  • A spin rated at 71 dB is quiet enough to run late at night.
  • 46 kWh per 100 cycles and a class A rating keep energy use low.
  • The 10-year motor warranty covers the part that wears most.
  • Water+ is an uncommon extra on a washer of this kind.
  • Anti-vibration design keeps the machine steady during fast spins.
  • Pause and add lets you slip in a forgotten sock mid-cycle.

What we don't like about Bosch WAN2427ZFR

  • Eleven programs cover the basics but leave fewer choices for special fabrics.
  • At 63.2 cm deep it needs a good gap to fit.
  • The 8 kg drum is small for big family washes.
  • At 66.4 kg it is heavy to move.
  • The 213 min ECO cycle means the most economical wash is slow.

Verdict

Flat-dwellers and anyone who runs the washer at night will value the Bosch WAN2427ZFR. Its spin is rated at 71 dB, which is quiet enough to run late without waking the house. Energy use is 46 kWh per 100 cycles, and the class A rating backs that up. Water+ is an uncommon extra that sets this model apart, and the anti-vibration design keeps it steady on a hard floor. The 10-year motor warranty is a long promise on the part that wears most. The trade-off is the choice of programs: with 11 programs it covers the basics, not every special fabric. At 63.2 cm deep it also needs a good gap. It suits a buyer who wants a quiet, long-lasting machine and is happy with a simple set of programs.

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