The Bosch Quiet Wash programme lowers the noise levels of the cycle to avoid disruptions and maintain a peaceful household." If energy efficiency is a priority, then you’ll need to look towards Bosch’s Serie 8 range for A– and B-rated machines – or turn your attention to the ranges from other manufacturers. The Serie 6 WAU28R90GB acquitted itself well in these tests. Curiously, stain removal wasn’t on a par with best of last year’s Bosch machines but the differences weren’t night and day. All the stains on our test swatch were significantly faded at 40°C, and upping the temperature to 60°C saw the worst stains fade further still, albeit not (as noted) as much as on previous generations. It’s a budget friendly washing machine that still offers plenty of the great features and technology seen in some of the pricier models. And despite the wallet friendly price tag, there’s no reduction in spin speed compared to other Bosch washing machines on this list.

In any case, the Bosch is far and away better than rival machines we’ve tested in recent months. We ran an extra test with the Bosch’s 90°C Cottons programme for good measure, and here the stain removal performance was exemplary.Like its predecessor, it comes with a 9kg drum which is roomy enough to suit most households and the 1400rpm spin speed should leave your laundry free of excessive moisture, making it easier to get dry. For energy efficiency it uses clever tech to weigh your load and dynamically adjust the length of wash, amount of water and energy used.

Available in white, this freestanding washing machine will suit any kitchen or garage. With a 9 kg capacity, the WAU28T64GB can clean large loads in each cycle, making it an ideal choice for families. Programmes Delicates programme, Easy-care programme, Whites and coloureds programme, Woollens hand wash programme Don't let your washing machine intrude on your dinner. Bosch’s EcoSilence Drive™ is so quiet that sometimes you might forget it's even on. The brushless, energy-efficient motor is quiet in operation, has an especially long life and comes with a 10-year parts warranty." Using Bosch’s Eco Silence Drive, this washing machine houses a brushless motor. The result is a unit which is quieter, faster, more energy efficient, durable, and powerful – all at the same time. The motoralso comes with a ten year warranty for your peace of mind. Bosch washing machines with AutoStain systems individually targets the most common stains, from grass to red wine. It automatically adjusts the water temperature, soak time and drum movements to easily remove even those marks you thought you'd never get out.

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Key specs – Drum size: 8kg; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: C; Wool wash: Yes; Delicate Wash: Yes; Hand wash: Yes When time matters, washing machines with SpeedPerfect cut the washing time by up to 65%* without compromising results. SpeedPerfect can be used in combination with most programmes, and with all load sizes and fabric types. For example, select the Mix Programme along with SpeedPerfect, and you can thoroughly wash up to 4 kilograms of mixed laundry in just 46 minutes." The Serie 6 WAU28R90GB sits in the middle of Bosch’s mid-range Serie 6 family. It offers a maximum spin speed of 1,400rpm, and the 9kg wash capacity is a welcome step up from Bosch’s Serie 4 ranges and below, which offer a maximum capacity of 8kg. Energy efficiency is a C rating on the new scale.