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Washing Machines Buying Guide

Our buying guide will explain which type of washing machine would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.



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Edwin

Edwin

  • 9 reviews

A second time buy this product

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This is a second same product I bought. The first one I used for one year and sold due to job relocation in different city. Before I bought one in months ago I was using samsung Top loaded washing machine as I want to wait this product price drop. The top load washing machine is annoying, first during the spinning, the body shaking even it sits stable on the floor. Second it tears and wears clothes, especially the collars. Fortunately it was on sale in DJ, and I bought it in again. It is quiet running and not damage clothes like the top load one. It is has more models to select for different fabrics. Made in Germany and I expect it will work a long time. I am happy with energy rating which will save a lot compared with top load unit.

Purchased at David Jones Online Store for $953.00.

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grrrrlll

  • 45 reviews

Great washing machine

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This is my first BOSCH washing machine, and first front loader. I’ve had it for 4 years now and still running like a dream. I wash a lot of delicates (silk, woollens etc) and have had no trouble with keeping them safe during wash cycles. I also wash a lot of baby and kids clothes, and have had no dramas with getting those back to white. Its also quiet while running, and user friendly. Definitely happy with this purchase.

Purchased in April 2021 at Appliances Online for $1,049.00.

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Leslie

LeslieMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 2 reviews
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Easy to use

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Has a very high energy rating which means it uses less water and costs less to run. Washes my clothes on the shorter cycle most of the time I wash everything in the washing machine including delicates and woollens. I am very satisfied with the features and controls, including the flexibility to change wash cycles to suit my clothes. I bought the machine made in Germany.

Purchased in September 2021 at David Jones for $1,100.00.

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rodneyreeves

rodneyreevesSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 16 reviews
  • 1 like

Seems to be going well so far

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Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $984.00.

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Why is the power cord so short??

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Gerry

GerryGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

  • 8 reviews

Constantly leaks, broken one year out of warranty

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Purchased in April 2021 at The Good Guys for $950.00.

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Dryer TypeBosch Home Appliances WTE86301AU
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Mira

Mira

  • 9 reviews

Broken down 3 months out of warranty

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It worked great untill it broke down. I have purchased extended warranty from David Jones so I hope that the repair will be quick and reliable. I have to wait till Monday to get someone to talk to me about repairs. I expected better quality and durability from Bosch.

Purchased in October 2021 at David Jones for $1,048.00.

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Cathy P.

Cathy P.South East Queensland, QLD

Design fault

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We have had the service man to this machine twice and now require a 3rd visit. And we purchased it 12months ago. The design of the pump filter cap won't open if there is something caught behind it. Eg button coins etc. The cap has now snapped due to blockages. We are looking for another machine as the service fees add up to a new one! It's a shame as we have no issues with the machines ability to wash clothes.

Purchased in January 2021 at The Good Guys.

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Hogs

HogsPerth, WA

  • 3 reviews

This is a great Machine

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My Shirts and pants always come out clean smelling like a daisy.I’d recommend this machine to anyone. And it’s easy to use. Definitely my first pick love love love

Purchased in February 2021 for $1,300.00.

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Grant

GrantDarling Downs, QLD

Good machine, but capacity is a bit untrue.

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Hey Bosch, this is an 8kg washing machine. Why can you only put 8kg of in the machine on the cotton cycles? All the other cycles on this machine have a lower capacity. Am I missing something here? This does not make any sense.

Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $900.00.

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Grant

Yes well that's crap

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Barb B

Barb BMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 4 reviews

Almost perfect.

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I really like this machine which replaced my Asko. It washes well, is very quiet, and has a good selection of different wash cycles. My only negative is that almost all of our clothes are wash and wear type and have never had creases in them when they have come out of the machine. However even on the lowest spin cycle possible they end up with creases which is annoying because they are fabrics which can’t be ironed.

Purchased in October 2021 at The Good Guys.

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That may help but we would recommend following the care instructions on the garments themselves.

Sunbeam toast and grill

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Hi brought sunbeam toast and grill fist element bent and didn't work then 2nd one did the same. Only 12mths old not happy
Please give reply. Thanks you
Regards Vicki Rowlands

Purchased in August 2021 at Briscos.

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Helen

HelenSydney

  • 6 reviews

I like this washing machine

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It washes clothes well but isn't good a removing stains and it only takes 20kg of clothes but other than that it's a pretty good washing machine I recommend it

Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $917.00.

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Dryer TypeMiele T 4453 C / T 4653 C
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wolfgang25

wolfgang25South East Queensland, QLD

  • 9 reviews

very quite and efficient

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Very happy with my Bosch washing machine. It is very quite and water wise. I had it for more then 3 years and never had a problem. I can highly recommend

Purchased in February 2021 at The Good Guys for $800.00.

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Harry

HarrySouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 6 reviews

Bosch Washing Machines are good

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I just bought my third Bosch washing machine in 23 years, which is pretty good considering most washing machines only last 4-6 years. The lastest washing machine washes clothing very clean and is very economical using water and power!

Purchased in November 2021 at The Good Guys for $630.00.

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Rich

RichGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

  • 4 reviews
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Should have bought one sooner

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Our Samsung WF1752WPC we bought in late 2013 has done OK but it was loud and shook that end of the house when on spin. It came up with an E3 error 3 times which we fixed twice at our expense but when it came up a third time we thought that was it. I sought reviews of a good front loader from this site and the Bosch WAW28460AU came up trumps. So we bought it from Good Guys for $911 plus $239 for 5 yr warranty and delivery. So far we couldn't be happier, super quite and has very quick cycles.

Purchased in December 2021 at The Good Guys for $911.00.

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annazianna

annaziannaGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 39 reviews

Very good washing machine

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This is a good washing machine. I would prefer the default temperature on the mix cycle to be cold rather than warm but that's a minor thing. It was pretty expensive but I am pretty confident that it will last longer than the Made in China ones. I also like how they have an option on most cycles to use less water in exchange for more time.

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great

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Great front loader, not noisy, easy to use display. Saves on water. Very happy with my purchase. Have yet to find any cons with this machine. Glad I spent the money.

Purchased in October 2021.

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Skye3977Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 2 reviews

Best Font Loader I have owned

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Pros - It does exactly what it is supposed to do with minimum fuss. Looks great, Quiet i have iDOS and love it.
Cons- Yet to find any

Apparently saves water and power, I cant actually verify this but if true that great also.

Purchased in January 2021 for $1,400.00.

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Craig A.

Craig A.

  • 4 reviews

Bosch washer

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Ideal washing machine for the money. Uses less water than other brands and less electricity than most. Very quite to run, hardly know it's on at all. Easy use display with lots of options.

Purchased in June 2021 at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Appliances for $1,100.00.

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isabelbjones

isabelbjonesSouth East Queensland, QLD

Can't get detergent quite right, please help!

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I am finding it very hard to judge the correct amount of detergent to use in my Bosch. I have never done a full 8 kg load, I usually wash light colours one day and dark the next. Have fiddled with different amounts of detergent, but judging by my towels, I am still using too much. Everything else about my machine is just great except this problem. Hope you can help[.

Purchased in May 2021 at Domayne for $1,045.00.

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Ivy S

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Can the time be reduced on an 8kg wash

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Ivy S

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Can the time be reduced on an 8kg wash

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Hi Ivy,
Thanks for your question regarding the Bosch WAW28460AU.
If you press the speed perfect button (bottom left of the display) this will get the cycle completed as soon as possible but will use more energy and water. See page 14 of your user manual to see what other cycles can use this option.
If you need any more help, feel free to contact us on 1300 369 744.
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Ivy S
Ivy S

When using the speed perfect button the weight suggests 5 kg. weight

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The instruction manual of WAW28460AU suggests turning off the tap after each use? Is this required? The machine has aqua secure? what does that do?

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Leslie
Leslie

I don’t turn off the tap after each wash. Works well for me

rodneyreeves
rodneyreeves

I always do this with any washing machine that I have. It is good practice as it takes the pressure off the inlet pipe, so that if it bursts or a water connection fails, then the amount of water that can escape is greatly minimized.

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Hi Darryl,
Thanks for your question regarding the Bosch WAW28460AU.
Turning off the tap is an extra safety measure. The Aqua secure is a device to assist with flooding but in the unlikely event it fails, turning off the tap will mitigate the risk.
If you need any more help, feel free to contact us on 1300 369 744.
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