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Bosch WUU28T42 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£620Capacity:9 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WUU28T42 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.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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 68% of models
Score components

100%

8.1

Technical score

â–²Better than 68% of washing-machines
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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 68% of models
Score components

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

8.4

Energy efficiency

20%

6.8

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 68% of washing-machines
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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
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.
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Score distribution
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WUU28T42

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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 68% of models
Score components:

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

8.4

Energy efficiency

20%

6.8

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.1

Design

8.1
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
10.0/ 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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Popularity:
Bosch WUU28T42 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 92.9% of washing machines.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

6.1

Price

7.5
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
1,400 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,400 RPM
â–² 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
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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
49 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
49 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 49 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 50.7% of washing machines and equal to 12.7% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
107.8 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
107.8 kWh/year
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 107.8 kWh/year, which is lower than 55.1% of washing machines and equal to 12% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
26.9 £
Annual energy cost
26.9 £
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £26.9, which is lower than 64.8% of washing machines and equal to 2.6% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
50 L
Water consumption per cycle
50 L
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 50 L of water per cycle, which is higher than 69.6% of washing machines and equal to 13.5% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
11
N. of washing programs
11
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <12 – >16
This washing machine offers 11 wash programmes, which is fewer than 90.1% of washing machines and equal to 2.8% of washing machines.
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
1
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
1
â–¼ 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.
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.
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
?
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.
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
yes
Load balancing system
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This washing machine features 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 WUU28T42 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 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.
  • 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 energy-saving mode
    Energy saving mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This washing machine includes an energy-saving mode, the average washing machine does not. 18.6% of washing machines come with an energy-saving mode.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Water+ feature
    Water+ function
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This washing machine has a Water+ function, while the average washing machine does not. 9.6% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
  • 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
  • 10x more popular
    Bosch WUU28T42 is more popular than the average washing machine (10 vs 1).
    10 vs 1
  • 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
  • 3 dB quieter washing
    Washing noise level
    50 dB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <49 dB – >61 dB
    This washing machine is quieter than the average washing machine when washing (50 dB vs 53 dB). The average washing machine washes at 53 dB.
    50 dB vs 53 dB
  • 1 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    49 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    49 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 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. 9.6% of washing machines offer a Water+ function.
  • 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 energy-saving mode
    Energy saving mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This washing machine includes an energy-saving mode, the average washing machine does not. 18.6% of washing machines come with an energy-saving mode.
  • Has the AquaStop feature
    AquaStop system
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This washing machine has the AquaStop feature, the average washing machine does not. 36.3% of washing machines have an AquaStop feature.
  • Has a load balancing system
    Load balancing system
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This washing machine features a load balancing system, the average washing machine does not. 46.8% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Shows consumption statistics
    Consumption statistics
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This washing machine can shows its consumption statistics in the app, the average washing machine cannot. 35.7% of washing machines can do this.
  • 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.
  • 0.5 cm lower height
    Height
    84.5 cm
    â–² Better than 74% 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 90% 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
  • 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.
  • 3 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    50 L
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (50 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    50 L vs 47 L
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ 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.
    1 vs 2
  • 8.7% heavier
    Weight
    72.8 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.8 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    72.8 kg vs 67 kg
  • 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
  • 51.2% more expensive
    Bosch WUU28T42 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£620 vs £410).
    £620 vs £410
  • 6.3% larger volume
    Volume
    298,132.9 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 51.2% more expensive
    Bosch WUU28T42 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£620 vs £410).
    £620 vs £410
  • 3 L more water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    50 L
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses more water per cycle than the average washing machine (50 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    50 L vs 47 L
  • 6.4% higher yearly water use
    Annual water consumption
    11,000 L/year
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <9k L/year – >11.4k L/year
    This washing machine uses more water per year than the average washing machine (11000 L/year vs 10340 L/year). The average washing machine uses 10340 L/year of water a year.
    11,000 L/year vs 10,340 L/year
  • 1.25 £ higher yearly water cost
    Annual water cost
    20.9 £
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <17.138 £ – >21.736 £
    This washing machine costs more for water than the average washing machine (20.9 £ vs 19.6 £). The average washing machine has a yearly water cost of 19.646 £.
    20.9 £ vs 19.646 £
  • 4 fewer wash programmes
    N. of washing programs
    11
    â–¼ Worse than 90% 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
  • 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.
  • 1 fewer quick programmes
    N. of washing programs under 1 hour
    1
    â–¼ 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.
    1 vs 2
  • 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
  • 8.7% heavier
    Weight
    72.8 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (72.8 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    72.8 kg vs 67 kg
  • 6.3% larger volume
    Volume
    298,132.9 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <216k cm³ – >321.6k cm³
    This washing machine has a larger volume than the average washing machine (298132.9 cm³ vs 280500 cm³). The average washing machine has a volume of 280500 cm³.
    298,132.9 cm³ vs 280,500 cm³
  • 2.5 cm deeper
    Depth
    59 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <47.5 cm – >63.2 cm
    This washing machine is deeper than the average washing machine (59 cm vs 56.5 cm). The average washing machine is 56.5 cm deep.
    59 cm vs 56.5 cm

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What we like about Bosch WUU28T42

  • Washing noise of 50 dB keeps the machine calm during a late load.
  • Spin noise of 71 dB is kept low for a 1400 RPM spin.
  • A 9 kg drum takes a full family load.
  • The inverter motor and anti-vibration design keep it steady.
  • Energy class A, with 49 kWh used per 100 cycles.
  • Pause and add lets you drop in a forgotten item mid-cycle.

What we don't like about Bosch WUU28T42

  • At 72.8 kg it is hard to move.
  • 11 programs is a short list.
  • There is no steam function.
  • There is no Wi-Fi, so it cannot be run from a phone.
  • Only one program finishes in under an hour.

Verdict

Quiet running is what stands out on the Bosch WUU28T42, a 9 kg front loader for a busy family. Washing noise is 50 dB and spin noise is 71 dB, so it stays calm during a late load. The inverter motor and anti-vibration design keep it steady on the floor. Two extras set it apart: Water+ and an energy saving mode. Energy class A and 49 kWh per 100 cycles keep running costs modest, and each cycle uses 50 L of water. The trade-off is size and choice: at 72.8 kg it is hard to move, and 11 programs is a short list. There is no steam and no Wi-Fi. It suits a buyer who wants a quiet, sturdy washer for daily family loads and does not need steam or an app.

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