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Bosch WAN28229FR Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£480Capacity:8 kgMaximum spin speed:1400 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WAN28229FR 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.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

100%

8.5

Technical score

â–²Better than 84% of washing-machines
8.5

Technical score

Technical score
8.5/ 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%

8.9

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

7.8

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 84% 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.
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)
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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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    N/A~ £480

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WAN28229FR

Technical score
Technical score
8.5/ 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%

8.9

Performance

25%

9.3

Energy efficiency

20%

7.8

Washing programs

20%

7.8

Features

10%

8.2

Design

8.5
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
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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Bosch WAN28229FR has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

7.3

Price

8.1
Capacity
8 kg
Capacity
8 kg
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 8 kg, which is more than 27.2% of washing machines and equal to 26.3% 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
0 RPM
Minimum spin speed
0 RPM
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
This washing machine has a minimum spin of 0 RPM, which is lower than 99.2% of washing machines and equal to 0.8% 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
47 L
Water consumption per cycle
47 L
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 46.2% of washing machines and equal to 5.7% 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
?
N. of washing programs under 1 hour
?
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
213 min
ECO cycle duration
213 min
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <198 min – >239 min
This washing machine has an ECO cycle of 213 min, which is shorter than 64.5% of washing machines and equal to 2.2% 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
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 WAN28229FR vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • Has Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • 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.
  • 400 RPM lower minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    0 RPM
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
    This washing machine has a lower minimum spin than the average washing machine (0 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    0 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • Supports smart pairing
    Smart Pairing
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This washing machine supports smart pairing, while the average washing machine does not. 6.6% of washing machines offer this.
  • 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.
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    Smart diagnosis function
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 45.3% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Can be controlled by voice
    Voice control
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This washing machine can be controlled by voice, the average washing machine cannot. 32.1% of washing machines can be controlled by voice.
  • 400 RPM lower minimum spin
    Minimum spin speed
    0 RPM
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <400 RPM – >800 RPM
    This washing machine has a lower minimum spin than the average washing machine (0 RPM vs 400 RPM). The average washing machine has a minimum spin of 400 RPM.
    0 RPM vs 400 RPM
  • 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
  • 2 dB quieter spinning
    Spin noise level
    72 dB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <71 dB – >79 dB
    This washing machine is quieter on spin than the average washing machine (72 dB vs 74 dB). The average washing machine spins at 74 dB.
    72 dB vs 74 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
  • 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.
  • Colors cycle
    Colors cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This washing machine has a Colors cycle, which the average washing machine does not offer. 38.2% of washing machines include a Colors cycle.
  • 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.
  • 5 min shorter eco cycle
    ECO cycle duration
    213 min
    â–² Better than 65% 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 Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This washing machine has Wi-Fi, the average washing machine does not. 28.3% of washing machines have Wi-Fi.
  • Supports smart pairing
    Smart Pairing
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This washing machine supports smart pairing, while the average washing machine does not. 6.6% of washing machines offer this.
  • Can self-diagnose its problems
    Smart diagnosis function
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This washing machine can self-diagnose its problems, the average washing machine cannot. 45.3% of washing machines have this feature.
  • Can be controlled by voice
    Voice control
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This washing machine can be controlled by voice, the average washing machine cannot. 32.1% of washing machines can be controlled by voice.
  • 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 duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 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
  • 17.1% more expensive
    Bosch WAN28229FR is more expensive than the average washing machine (£480 vs £410).
    £480 vs £410
  • 17.1% more expensive
    Bosch WAN28229FR is more expensive than the average washing machine (£480 vs £410).
    £480 vs £410
  • 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 duvet cycle
    Duvet cycle
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 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

Third-party reviews

What we like about Bosch WAN28229FR

  • Energy use is 46 kWh per 100 cycles with an A energy class.
  • A minimum spin speed of 0 RPM lets you run a wash with no spin.
  • The 65 L drum gives room for bulky items.
  • The anti-vibration design keeps the machine steady.
  • Overflow protection and a child lock add safety.
  • The motor warranty runs for 10 years.

What we don't like about Bosch WAN28229FR

  • No AquaStop system, so a leaking hose has no automatic shut-off.
  • 11 washing programs is a fairly short list.
  • Spin noise of 72 dB is noticeable in a quiet home.
  • Spin-drying class B means clothes may come out damper.

Verdict

With an 8 kg drum and an anti-vibration design, the Bosch WAN28229FR suits a home that wants a steady machine. Energy use is 46 kWh per 100 cycles, and the 1400 RPM spin leaves clothes drier. The Water+ function is the uncommon extra here, and steam technology is included too. A minimum spin speed of 0 RPM lets you run a wash with no spin at all. The 65 L drum gives room for bulky items. Unbalanced load detection keeps the spin steady, and foam control guards against suds. The trade-off is that it has no AquaStop system, and the spin-drying class is B. Wi-Fi connectivity and a delay start option are included as well. It suits a buyer who wants a solid, long-lasting machine with a motor warranty of 10 years.

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