Key specs – Drum size: 9kg; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: C; Wool wash: Yes; Silk wash: Yes; Hand wash: Yes This appliance may have some slight cosmetic imperfections. This does not affect the functionality of the item. The damage, if any, is different on every appliance but is rarely visible when installed. You will still receive the full manufacturer's guarantee and the appliance will be inspected prior to being shipped. The innovative AntiVibration design of the side walls is not only eye catching: the system also provides more stability and reduces vibration. The enhanced insulation also regulates noise levels, making Bosch washing machines very quiet, even during the spin cycle. 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. For added convenience, this Bosch machine even features a self-cleaning detergent drawer. With smooth sides and jet sprays in each corner, the WAU28T64GB will automatically flush the detergent chambers, preventing any build-up.

The Serie|6 washing machine with AntiStain, removes reliably the most common stains without ease and without pre-treatment. What’s more, the ActiveWater Plus technology uses built in sensors to adjust the water capacity based on the fabric and weight – so you’ll always get perfect results while only using as much water as needed. 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.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."

In addition to the standard set of Serie 6 features, such as Bosch’s handy, time-reducing SpeedPerfect mode and the upgraded drum design, dubbed VarioDrum, the big addition here is the AntiStain technology. This allows you to target four different stain types – oil, red wine, blood or grass. You select one stain type per programme and, according to Bosch, these modes supplement the standard modes by adjusting water temperature, drum movement and soaking times to maximise stain removal. Bosch Serie 6 WAU28R90GB review: Price and competition 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 Bosch WAU28R90GB is a washing machine that offers efficient and reliable performance. Designed with advanced technology, it is built to provide optimal cleaning results for various types of laundry. One thing worth mentioning, however, is that the Serie 6 won’t achieve the same level of wash performance when using the i-Dos feature – and nor will any of the Bosch machines with the feature. This is because liquid detergent does not – and can not – contain bleaching agents. If you want the whitest whites and the most powerful stain-removing performance possible, you’ll need to use washing powder and that means adding it manually before every wash. It’s highly rated online and users confirm the effectiveness of the EcoSilence drive motor with much praise for how quiet it is in operation. Plus, with plenty of wash programmes, including a special allergy setting and multiple fast wash options, it has a lot to offer for a mid-range machine.Your washing machine might save you time and effort, but often at the cost of excessive water consumption. Our ActiveWater Plus technology delivers perfect results while only using as much water as needed. Built-in sensors adjust the water consumption according to the fabric type and the automatically detected load, while our patented drum and water induction systems allow for faster soaking. Choose the wash that helps you manage your water usage and delivers all-round peace of mind at home. To assess a machine’s cleaning performance, we use lab-quality cotton stain swatches impregnated with nine tough stains (grass/mud, mustard, carrot baby food, tea, cooked beef fat, red wine, tomato puree, sheep’s blood and coffee) and these allow us to perform repeatable and fair tests of a machine’s cleaning performance.

Bosch has equipped the Serie 6 with a variety of features designed to prevent everything from water-related disasters to unwanted engineer call-outs.

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." ActiveWater™: reduces water consumption and costs thanks to the sensor-controlled, stepless automatic load adjustment system 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. ActiveWater™: reduces water consumption and costs thanks to the sensor-controlled, stepless automatic load adjustment system. One other welcome feature is the drum cleaning reminder. If you run 20 consecutive wash programmes at 40c or under, then the machine will automatically remind you to run the dedicated Drum Clean programme to prevent unwanted build-ups of detergent or bacteria – or, indeed, both. As this is something that’s easy to forget, it’s good to see it integrated as standard.

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.

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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. Key specs – Drum size: 10kg; Max spin speed: 1,400rpm; Rated efficiency: B; Wool wash: Yes; Silk wash: Yes; Hand wash: Yes We love the i-Dos automatic dosing feature which intelligently adds liquid detergent and fabric softener into the wash. All you have to do is fill up the tanks, which hold enough for up to 15 loads, and the machine will add the correct detergent dose to each wash. This is where the Wi-Fi comes in handy, too. If you haven’t got time to set the machine going before you leave the house, you can just sling in the clothes, shut the door, and set the wash going remotely from your smartphone. Bosch Serie 6 WAT286H0GB review: Price and competition In addition to its great range of programmes, the WAU28T64GB has several smart features to improve performance.