Bosch washing machines are known worldwide. Founded in 1886, they have grown into a world leader of home appliances.
They operate in over 50 countries with huge range of products – in fact they have the most patented applications in the world.
They’ve been in the washing machine market for over 50 years and in that time have been an innovator in the field.
If you're after a top load washing machine you need to look what other brands have to offer.
Bosch only sells front load washers.
Bosch Front Loaders
800 Series $1,240 - $1,499
these front-loading washers are average-sized on the outside, but hide a massive drum inside – up to 4.4 cubic feet! That’s a lot of laundry; a Bosch 800 series washer will keep up even with larger families.
This lineup offers sanitization features and claims to eliminate detergent residue. That’s great for baby clothes or for those with sensitive skin!
Bosch washers are highly efficient; their “EcoSmart” technology not only earning the Energy Star award but actually surpassing these standards – in some cases by almost double! So while the price tag may be slightly higher than some comparable lines, these washers are a good investment in the long run if you’ll be doing a lot of laundry.
With 15 selectable wash cycles, including specific options for heavy fabrics like jeans and a safe cycle for natural fabrics like wool, you’ll find the combination that’s just right for your laundry needs. All models offer up to 24-hour delayed start.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
Customers report a good deal of vibration from these machines, likely making them unsuitable for apartment or condo-dwellers.
This can also impede your ability to run the machine overnight if you’re a light sleeper (the exception here is the “Aquastop”, which by all accounts runs quiet as a whisper).
There is no standalone spin cycle on these machines, and some customers report a stagnant smell forming if the washer isn’t well-cleaned periodically.
WFVC8440UC Vision 800 Aquastop 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1200 rpm max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Quick Full, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 24 h delay start, energy star qualified, leak protection system, quick wash option, SOUND: AVS Anti-Vibration System, Virtually silent
wfvc844puc 800 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: blue • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,200 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Quick Full, ActiveWear, BabyCare, Dark Colors, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 24 h delay start, leak protection system, energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
WFMC8401UC 800 series washer 4.0 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: silver and white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,200 RPM max, CAPACITY: 3.81 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 150F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Perma Press, Delicate, KidsCare, AQUAGUARD, XXTRASANITARY, Jeans, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 24 h delay start, SOUND: Virtually silent
500 Series $734 - $1,199
This front-loading series represents a good lineup of midrange washers – with higher-end price tags. As usual, to an extent you get what you pay for: customers are quite happy with the way their 500 series works (see caveats below).
These washers are NSF-certified to kill 99.9% of bacteria in the course of the wash. By heating the water in the drum to 170˚ the washers also do a great job of removing tough stains, in most cases. This process also helps to remove any traces of detergent from your clothes, which is really great if you’ve got sensitive skin – or a sensitive new baby!
Unlike some sanitizing washers, this lineup manages to score high energy and water efficiency levels, meaning that your utility bills shouldn’t spike with the use of these machines.
With a 15-cycle selection, the 500 series is versatile enough for most households, and shouldn’t have any problem keeping up with even the busiest families at 4+ cubic feet of drum capacity.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
although Bosch 500 washers are all equipped with noise reduction technology, many customers report issues with vibration and “washer walk” – that’s no good if you live in a condo, and if you’re a light sleeper, night laundry may not work out for you.
Many customers also report receiving their washers with users’ manuals and other documentation missing, making for a tricky installation.
WFVC5440UC 500 series Aquastop washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,150 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Jeans, Quick Full, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, energy star qualified, leak protection system, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System
WFVC6450UC 500 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,200 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F, Drum Sanitize heats water up to 175F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Quick Full, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, energy star qualified, leak sensor,SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
WFVC5400UC 500 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,150 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Quick Full, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, energy star qualified, leak protection system, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
WFVC540SUC 500 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,150 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Quick Full, Quick Lite 20, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, leak protection system, energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
WFVC544AUC 500 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: anthracite • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,150 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Jeans, Quick Full, Quick Lite 20, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, leak protection system, energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
WFVC544CUC washer 500 series 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: brown • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,150 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 15 Wash cycles ( incl. Comforter, Jeans, Quick Full, Quick Lite 20, BabyCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: 19 h delay start, leak protection system, energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
300 Series
These front-loading washers are extremely efficient. With 4+ cubic feet of drum capacity, 11 selectable wash cycles and simple, easy to use controls, the 300 series is a great option for those who just want to wash clothes well and save energy – with few other bells and whistles.
That being said, these machines do a great job of removing tough stains – one model even offers a high-temperature sanitization/stain removal cycle, something most often found on more expensive washers.
Some things you’ll want to keep in mind:
these washers are designed for medium-duty loads; many customers report issues with noise and vibration that only become apparent while doing heavy loads.
Like many front-loaders, these can develop a stagnant smell if not thoroughly cleaned periodically.
These are great machines by all accounts, but if you’re looking for something with a few more features, you’ll probably be able to find it in this price range.
WFMC2201UC 300 series washer 4.0 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,000 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.0 Cu. Ft. • Cycles: 11 Wash cycles ( incl. KidsCare, Delicate, Drain/Spin ) • Features: 19 h delay start (1 hour increment ), energy star qualified, SOUND: Virtually silent
WFVC3300UC vision 300 series washer 4.4 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,100 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 11 Wash cycles ( incl. Quick Full, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
100 Series $719 - $799
WFMC1001UC 100 series washer 3.8 cu ft • Style: front loading, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1,100 RPM max, CAPACITY: 4.4 Cu. Ft., TEMPERATURE: heats wash water up 170F • Cycles: 11 Wash cycles ( incl. Quick Full, Delicate, Drain/Spin, Wool/Handwash ) • Features: energy star qualified, SOUND: AVS Anit-Vibration System, Virtually silent
Compact Washers $949 - $1299
WAS24460UC compact washer 3.4 cu ft • Style: compact, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1200 rpm max, CAPACITY: 3.4 Cu Ft. • Cycles: 15 Wash Programs ( incl. QuickWash, Sportswear, Dark Colors, KIDSCARE, Sanitary ) • Features: space saving and easy installation, touch control technology, child-lock function, virtually silent
WAS20160UC compact washer 3.4 cu ft • Style: compact, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1000 rpm max, CAPACITY: 3.4 Cu Ft. • Cycles: 15 Wash Programs (incl. Refresh, KIDSCARE, Sanitary, Spi, Wool/Handwash) • Features: space saving and easy installation, touch control technology, virtually silent
WFL2090UC compact washer 3.4 cu ft • Style: compact, COLOR: white • Cleaning: SPEED: 1000 rpm max, CAPACITY: 3.4 Cu Ft. • Cycles: 4Wash Cycles ( incl. Drain, Spin, Refresh, Temp Boost ) • Features: LED Display,space saving and easy installation, virtually silent
The Bosch Washer Line up
They divide their washing machine range into two categories - the axxis and nexxt range. The main difference between the two is that the Axxis model is stackable. They also both have different pre set cycles. Note that both these models are for the American market.
If you’re from Europe then you have a different range of machines than the States. See the UK Bosch washing machine guide.
In the states the Axxis and Nexxt range are manufactured under U.S. electrical power requirements and will not work in Europe.
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