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Bosch WGB2660K1 Review | 101 Data compared

Avg. price:~£810Capacity:11 kgMaximum spin speed:1600 RPMEnergy efficiency class:AType:self-standingLoading type:front-loading

Bosch WGB2660K1 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.

8.8

Overall score

Score
8.8/ 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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

100%

8.8

Technical score

★Better than 97% of washing-machines
8.8

Technical score

Technical score
8.8/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

9.7

Energy efficiency

20%

8.7

Washing programs

20%

7.7

Features

10%

8.2

Design

★Better than 97% 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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    N/A~ £810

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Technical Specifications of washing machine Bosch WGB2660K1

Technical score
Technical score
8.8/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

9.2

Performance

25%

9.7

Energy efficiency

20%

8.7

Washing programs

20%

7.7

Features

10%

8.2

Design

8.8
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 WGB2660K1 has a popularity of 1 point, which is higher than 0% of washing machines.
1.0
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%

8.8

Overall score

40%

4.5

Price

7.5
Capacity
11 kg
Capacity
11 kg
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
This washing machine holds 11 kg, which is more than 90.8% of washing machines and equal to 3% of washing machines.
Drum volume
?
Spin-drying efficiency class
A
Spin-drying efficiency class
A
★ Better than 94% of models
This washing machine has spin-drying class A, which is more efficient than in 93.7% of washing machines and the same as in 6.4% of washing machines.
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
Maximum spin speed
1,600 RPM
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
This washing machine spins at 1,600 RPM, which is faster than 96% of washing machines and equal to 4% 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
42 kWh/100 cycles
Energy consumption per 100 cycles
42 kWh/100 cycles
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
This washing machine uses 42 kWh/100 cycles, which is lower than 89% of washing machines and equal to 2.3% of washing machines.
Annual energy consumption
92.4 kWh/year
Annual energy consumption
92.4 kWh/year
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
This washing machine uses 92.4 kWh/year, which is lower than 92.7% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
Annual energy cost
23.1 £
Annual energy cost
23.1 £
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
This washing machine has a yearly running cost of £23.1, which is lower than 92.8% of washing machines and equal to 1.8% of washing machines.
Water consumption per cycle
44 L
Water consumption per cycle
44 L
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <41 L – >52 L
This washing machine uses 44 L of water per cycle, which is lower than 68.7% of washing machines and equal to 7.2% of washing machines.
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N. of washing programs
?
N. of downloadable programs
?
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.
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
?
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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 WGB2660K1 vs the average washing machine

246810TotalPerformanceEnergy efficiencyWashing programsFeaturesDesign
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    42 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 3 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    11 kg
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (11 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    11 kg vs 8 kg
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • 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.
  • More efficient spin drying
    Spin-drying efficiency class
    A
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 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 an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.8% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • Mini-load function
    Mini Load function
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • 3 kg more capacity
    Capacity
    11 kg
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <6.5 kg – >10.5 kg
    This washing machine holds more laundry than the average washing machine (11 kg vs 8 kg). The average washing machine holds 8 kg.
    11 kg vs 8 kg
  • 200 RPM higher spin speed
    Maximum spin speed
    1,600 RPM
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1.2k RPM – >1.4k RPM
    This washing machine spins faster than the average washing machine (1600 RPM vs 1400 RPM). The average washing machine spins at 1400 RPM.
    1,600 RPM vs 1,400 RPM
  • More efficient spin drying
    Spin-drying efficiency class
    A
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This washing machine dries more efficiently than the average washing machine (A vs B).
    A vs B
  • 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
  • 8 kWh/100 cycles less energy use
    Energy consumption per 100 cycles
    42 kWh/100 cycles
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <44 kWh/100 cycles – >73 kWh/100 cycles
    This washing machine uses less electricity than the average washing machine (42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles). The average washing machine uses 50 kWh/100 cycles.
    42 kWh/100 cycles vs 50 kWh/100 cycles
  • 3 L less water per cycle
    Water consumption per cycle
    44 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <41 L – >52 L
    This washing machine uses less water per cycle than the average washing machine (44 L vs 47 L). The average washing machine uses 47 L of water per cycle.
    44 L vs 47 L
  • 17.6% lower energy use
    Annual energy consumption
    92.4 kWh/year
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <101.2 kWh/year – >167.2 kWh/year
    This washing machine uses less energy than the average washing machine (92.4 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year). The average washing machine uses 112.2 kWh/year.
    92.4 kWh/year vs 112.2 kWh/year
  • 5 £ lower yearly running cost
    Annual energy cost
    23.1 £
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <25.3 £ – >41.8 £
    This washing machine costs less to run than the average washing machine (23.1 £ vs 28.1 £). The average washing machine has a yearly running cost of 28.1 £.
    23.1 £ vs 28.1 £
  • Mini-load function
    Mini Load function
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This washing machine has a Mini Load function, which the average washing machine does not have. 3.7% of washing machines feature a Mini Load function.
  • Refresh cycle
    Refresh cycle
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This washing machine has a Refresh cycle, which the average washing machine does not include. 24.1% of washing machines have a Refresh cycle.
  • Has a night/silent option
    Night/Silent option
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 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 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.
  • Can save settings to favorites
    Memory/Favourite function
    yes
    â–² 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 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.
  • Has an interior light
    Interior light
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This washing machine has an interior light, the average washing machine does not have. 10.8% of washing machines have an interior light.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 20.9% heavier
    Weight
    81 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (81 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    81 kg vs 67 kg
  • 97.6% more expensive
    Bosch WGB2660K1 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£810 vs £410).
    £810 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
  • 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
  • 97.6% more expensive
    Bosch WGB2660K1 is more expensive than the average washing machine (£810 vs £410).
    £810 vs £410
  • 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.
  • 20.9% heavier
    Weight
    81 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <56.5 kg – >76 kg
    This washing machine is heavier than the average washing machine (81 kg vs 67 kg). The average washing machine weighs 67 kg.
    81 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 WGB2660K1

  • 11 kg capacity takes a whole week of bedding and towels.
  • 1600 RPM spin leaves clothes drier before they go on the line.
  • Energy and spin-drying are both rated A.
  • Steam technology helps freshen clothes between washes.
  • Anti-stain and anti-crease functions cut down on ironing.
  • A delay start of up to 24 h lets you run it overnight.

What we don't like about Bosch WGB2660K1

  • At 81 kg it is very hard to move once installed.
  • The 72 dB spin is noticeable at the end of a cycle.
  • 44 L of water per cycle is a lot for a small load.
  • Only 2 programs finish in under an hour, so quick choices are limited.

Verdict

11 kg of laundry fit into the Bosch WGB2660K1, so it suits a family that washes bedding and towels every week. The drum spins at up to 1600 RPM, which leaves clothes drier and cuts time on the line. Energy use is 42 kWh per 100 cycles, and the machine is rated A for both washing and spin drying. A night or silent option keeps the noise down when the machine runs late. A Mini Load setting handles a small wash, and a Refresh cycle freshens clothes that have been sitting. The main trade-off is weight. At 81 kg it is hard to move, so it needs a firm spot where it can stay. If you have the room and want one large machine for a busy week, this is a sensible pick.

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