Bosch Series 8 WAW28420AU
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Another great product by BOSCH – I am very impressed with my new washing machine. After comparing features this one stood out. The water efficiency of a larger machine was very important. Another reason behind my decision was that it was manufactured and engineered in Germany as they have an excellent reputation. The pause and add or retrieve feature has been wonderful and very user friendly. It is very quiet in operation. The was washing result is very clean, follow the guide and it never disappoints. An unexpected bonus was that even though being of a larger capacity, the Bosch was smaller in external dimensions by a couple of mm and fits better into my laundry configuration. I kept the instructions handy for the first few washes but now I don’t need it.
Purchased in at E & S for $1,100.
Simply works as promised – Bought this to replace an old Westinghouse top loader. This front loader is quiet and works like a dream. Great panel interface that's simple and intuitive. I've always found Bosch appliances to be reliable and well designed. This washing machine is no exception. Show details · 1
Love our new Bosch washing Machine – We bought a new Bosch washing machine 9KG SERIES 8 F/L WH (WAW28420AU) to replace our old Bosch. We love our new machine, purchased at a great price through Appliances Online super fast delivery and they take the old one away and connect the new one can’t ask for more than that very happy.
Great machine let down by the touchscreen – We have had this machine for four years and while it cleans well, the touchscreen hasn’t worked properly for ages. Try to change the temp and it just cycles through the options. Change the delayed start button and it switches spin speeds. It’s ridiculously sensitive (or sometimes completely unresponsive) and just a really poor design, and… Read more
particularly frustrating because we bought this model due to it being made in Germany, mistakenly thinking this would be better quality. It’s very disappointing.
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If you want a quiet machine, this machine is for you! – Such a beautiful quality machine, looks nice and sounds quiet I sometimes forget I have a load of washing on! It leaves clothes crispy, smelling fresh and clean. I wish I bought it earlier, it’s much quieter than my dryer! Show details
Game changer for our household! – Changing our laundry set up from a top loader to a front loader was a big decision for our household (I'm 6'3" and currently pregnant). A lot of thought went into whether it would be right for us especially as we wanted to invest in a heat pump dryer to stack on top of the washer. Let me just say, what a great decision it was!! Time spent… Read more
loading the laundry is next to nothing and not a problem if you sort it all out beforehand, water use is minimal which is fantastic, the spin cycle is fast and does a wonderful job in extracting the water compared to our old top loader.
All in all I'm really impressed with this machine. There is a wonderful array of cycle options from hot to cold, dedicates to hard wearing fabrics. Plus this machine is made in Germany which is another big plus for us.
In-depth reviews
Door Seal Gasket – We purchased this brand new machine in June 2022 which is still under warranty and we also paid for the 3 year care plan. Couple of weeks ago noticed water leaking from the front door panel. On close inspection noticed that the rubber door seal gasket has torn. We called Bosch service and were advised that this not a manufacturing fault and… Read more
not covered under warranty. A technician would come at a charge of $140.00 for 30 minute consultation and $10.00 every 10 minutes and we will have to pay for the part.
The last machine we had lasted us for 12 years and we have never had such an issue, so potentially the issue is that Bosch is installing substandard parts and now we have to fork out money on a machine that is just about 7 months old.
The below survey wants me to rate value for money. I have selected terrible given that I continue to spend money on this machine even though its under warranty and I have paid for extended care plan.
So much for the Bosch brand!
So Glad I bought BIGGER! – I bought this 9kg machine at a time when Bosch washing machines were in short supply in Sydney. My old AEG machine had broken down in the middle of 3 weeks of constant rain. The washing was piling up and I was getting desperate. I've bought Bosch appliances before and have never been disappointed with quality or function, so when I found a 9kg… Read more · 1
machine available locally, I grabbed the opportunity with both hands. This front loader is awesome! It's ridiculously quiet and has a multitude of choices when it comes to washing cycles. The washing cycles are shorter than in my previous machine, but the washing comes out perfectly clean. I can fit a whole week's clothing into the machine in one go. All my sheets and towels will fit into another load. The door opening is huge, which makes loading and removing of washing really easy. I love the aqua stop function, which ensures that the tap will never leak. I have no drain in the floor where the machine is situated, so this was a definite deciding factor for me in choosing this brand and model of washing machine. The silent overnight wash is magnificent - I don't hear anything at all, even though my house is small. Some blankets and bedding also fit into this larger 9kg machine, which will make it a very useful and versatile product for future washing.
My new favourite – Extremely quiet, very good at getting dirt/gunk out, has a short and long setting to ensure things can make it to the line quickly, or you need something to wash for ages while you're out of the house (this uses less energ. I have never loved washing, but this has been a game changer in terms of flexibility. I always had a top loader in the past… Read more
(as I have always heard front loaders weren't great/slow) which isn't the case. My only negative is the multiple setting and special buttons like 'iron safe' are just unnecessary. After a month you realise everything can just be set to auto cotton and you adjust temp and spin cycles based on what youre washing. Also note I always turn down the spin cycle to ensure longevity of the motor (I.e. never works 100% and thus theoretically has an easier life) and I always wash on the hottest setting for towels without fabric softener to remove residue build-up. The thing only connects to cold water as it's got a built in water heater which was a surprise. That was an unexpected bonus as I have people wanting hot showers at the same as the washing being put on. I think it has reduced our power bill, but that's hard to confirm as I now perminantly work from home more than I did before (thanks covid)
Positive reviews
Made in Germany – The best washing machine even it's expensive. Worth the money . Quick 15mins mode or sports clothes wash for 48mins other cotton or shirt or mixed mode can use for the household of two. Highly recommend Show details
Amazing washing machine – I definitely recommend this product to anyone. Wash really well even with the quick cycle of 15 mins. Very quiet and economic for daily use. Extremely happy. Awesome product. I use everyday. No complain. Show details
Top loader lover converted for this front loader – Absolutely love how well my clothes come out of this machine. I’ve had a front loader in the past and it really turned me off. But after 15 years of having my top loader we had to buy a new machine and this has just been worth the money Show details
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Negative reviews
Don’t buy it – DONT BUY A BOSCH APPLIANCE Do yourself a favour don’t by Bosch Bought a washing machine leaked from day one Their Warranty, Customer Service and repair is a joke After 5 moths of going to the laundry mat it would be cheaper if you put your money in the bin. Still unresolved !! Buy something else Show details
Not fit for purpose – Purchased this 9kg washing machine and after nearly 12months it blew the door open and damaged the machine making it unusable. I was using a 4kilo "mix" programme and had 2.3kilos of washing inside. Bosch refuses to honour the warranty claiming I overloaded the machine. I am extremely disappointed with their customer service, you just seem to get… Read more
the run around and no one can really give you a good reason as to why they won't accept that this is a machine fault. I understand that sometimes things breakdown but I would have expected that such an expensive machine would be backed by a reputable company. Beware this company does not play fair.
Washes well but can take forever – This machine does not adjust cycle time to the load size. The first day I got it I did a larger load as soon as I turned it on and then did a smaller load. The large load, without realising it, was done at the factory setting, which is the half load speed wash setting, and the smaller load I did on the eco setting. The smaller load would have… Read more
been lucky to be 1-2kg and took the full 3.47. I can’t understand that a brand that is apparently one of the best on the market, doesn’t have a machine adjust its wash cycle time by load weight. At least I haven’t found a load setting that does yet. I couldn’t believe in a time when we all try to shop eco and enviro aware that this machines factory setting is not the economical and environment friendly setting. I feel like I’ve paid a 9kg price and only got half that because you rarely use the eco setting because who wants a load to take 3hours 47minutes every time. Yes it’s quiet and cleans and spins really well and I don’t find the end cycle sounds annoying as some others have. It does do a really good job of washing the towels we use on the dog beds. The drum clean cycle does a really good job and is especially noticeable after doing animal bedding. I don’t think I would have bought this machine if I’d realised wash cycles don’t adjust their time as I don’t feel it lives up to it’s apparent eco and enviro ratings. I don’t feel the company is really encouraging users to be enviro or eco friendly given the factory setting isn’t this setting. If you don’t mind up to 9kg load that takes 3hours 47minutes or always doing a half load that takes about an hour then this machine could be for you but don’t buy it thinking you’ll always be doing a full 9kg wash in a reasonable amount of time.
Recent reviews
Loud and leaking only a few months old – Unfortunately this washer is a lemon. It is extremely loud on the water intake and also when it spins. From day dot it's always left a pool of water and soap on and in the front seal at the completion of a cycle. The detergent draw is always sopping wet. Just recently it's begun to intermittently leak water from underneath and just this evening… Read more
decided it didn't want to spin the washing leaving me to hand wring a full load with arthritic hands. I've contacted e&s who have logged the fault with bosch. Am currently waiting for a service call. Regretting buying this machine and would like a refund or replacement. Also nervous about another 4 bosch products I've bought and put aside for our new build. I don't feel the quality is there anymore and had I known it would be this terrible I would have gone with a different brand. I would steer clear. Last bosch I had lasted almost ten years. This one less than six months. Just wish I hadn't spent over 12k on all the other appliances for our new place. I'm worried they will be lemons too.
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Disappointed – This is my third Bosch w/machine so I obviously have been happy with them. Have always bought the German made one. Bought it in January 2022. This new machine is quiet & easy to use & has lots of great features but I'm so DISAPPOINTED with the spin cycles. With the last two machines I've been able to use the 800rpm for our good clothes on a gentle… Read more
cycle & they've always been perfect. In this one I used the 800rpm & I couldn't believe how creased the clothes were. My husbands Microfibre shorts which have never needed ironing were so creased I even had trouble ironing them. Even if I spin on 400rpm they still come out creased. Shirts that had polyester in them came out creased. If I spin out bed sheets out on 800rpm they're really creased. One of the reasons I bought my first one of these was because there was never fluff on the clothes. Now I also get fluff on dark colours. I'm very fussy with washing & never overload the machine or put towels etc with other clothes. I'm so upset & disappointed with this machine. I wish I'd never bought it or bought the Chinese one like my daughter did. She's happy with it & never has any creasing problems. Wouldn't recommend buying this model to anyone.
Good purchase, can be noisy – Good machine for a front loader. I use everyday cotton cycle most of the time and Ive noticed that stains do disappear without using additional products (stain removers). Happy with the machine overall, it can be too nosy on the spinning cycle though. Show details
LOVE this machine! – I've had Bosch washing machine for the past, and this is by far my favourite! Quiet, easy to use, good cycle length and easy to clean. Is a little sensitive to too much detergent, but ut makes you mindful of waste! Show details
Series 8 Bosch Overrated – Bought the Series 8 Bosch. The washing machine did not even make it through the Warranty period without major problems. Now there is a 4-week wait under warranty by their service agent in Brisbane. Starting to wonder if there is any value in the Made in Germany label that we pay a premium for. Show details
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Excelent but… – Is a great washer, good washing programs, but when finished it has to beep 5 times.. is very annoying no setting to turn it off or quiet it just no Show details · 2
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Best washing machine I’ve ever owned! – This machine produces the results! I’ve owned this now for just over 12 months and cannot fault it. It washes everything sparkling clean and is very quiet doing so. This is my second front loader and although my other one was a good brand this Bosch leaves it for dead. Show details · 1
Quiet and quick – Purchased due to recommendation of a work colleague, and the 4.5 star energy and water ratings. It replaced an electrolux that lasted 7 years and takes up less space despite having more capacity. I like the 15min quick wash facility and the settings are practical and don't require constant referring to instructions. I did accidently throw out the… Read more
moving bolts but packed in items when moving and it works just fine. This is a quiet machine that doesn't shake too much on spin cycles so you can keep items on top without them rattling around and falling off. I remember doing a lot of research into the country of origin but couldn't afford the model made in Germany. As with all products nowdays this would seem to be one of the more important features with respect to longevity.
does the job well for a decent price – it fits large loads of washing and the quality of the wash is good. it fits in the space that i had and it was in a decent price range. im happy with the purchase Show details
Dependable and efficient – Huge load capacity with multiple options for colours, different fabrics, spins and so much more. Easy to use and can just about customise every wash load. Strong and delicate on fabrics. Love it. Show details
Great washing machine. So good I had to get the matching dryer! – I do all my family washing from towels to delicates and hand wash woollen items. I prefer a front loader as it washes better than a Top loader and doesn’t damage your clothes. This machine has a great variety of settings to choose from and short wash cycles so is very efficient! Show details
Great machine! – Love my new Bosch 9kg washing front loader washing machine. Chosen with great consideration after my previous Hoover 7kg died. We are a small household but the extra 2kg capacity allows me to wash larger items (eg doonas). (BTW, you can SPIN ONLY with program Rinse/Spin by deactivating the "Rinse Plus" button - see manual page 29.) I have owned… Read more
various brands of f/ls for over 40 years, and this machine's operating and spin cycle noise is by far the quietest. So far, so good.
Good but some flaws! – Overall I find this machine is good but there are a few issues I have with the programs. First of all, WHY ON EARTH DOESN’T IT HAVE A SPIN ONLY FUNCTION??? This is absolutely ridiculous and frustrating! Secondly, why does the kids wash run for nearly 4 hours? That’s crazy! Finally, please make your manual more user friendly. The instructions are overly complicated. Show details
Bad child lock design – I have always loved Bosch appliances. But this washing machine has been very poorly designed! Iv had it for 6 months and The child lock on this machine is TERRIBLE! When the machine is child locked you can still turn on and off the machine! Why on earth would you design a child lock system this way. My young child knows where the on / off button… Read more
is and will turn the machine on and off even though the machine is child locked. There for resetting the machine! Extremely frustrating! The kidswear” setting on the machine is a time wasting 3.47 hours long. There is also no allergy setting on this model... even though it’s in the Manuel ... The mixed and cottons settings are the only settings with decent cycle times 1-1.5 hours
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An absolute lemon – We bought this machine during the lockdown last year. It has intermittently put greasy marks on our clothes. Bosch sent out 2 service men who eventually told us they could find nothing wrong and we must be washing clothes that were too dirty!! We are a retired couple and even if we did have very dirty clothes-- isn't that what washing machines are… Read more
for? Bosch never got back to us and their service is slow ++ and ineffective. Eventually the retailer came and took it away. Still waiting for compensation for the ruined clothes. Eventually one employee told us that this problem is not common but not unknown. So much for it being our clothes that were too dirty. We would suggest to never ever buy this brand.
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Disappointing – Upgraded from a serie 6 washing machine. This new one is ok but lacks a pre-wash function which our previous cheaper washing machine had. Frustrated because this 9kg washer was listed in the same page as the **60AU which is only 8kg but looks to have a pre-wash function. The pictures on AppliancesOnline did not clearly identify this difference… Read more
between the two. Had we known we would have gone with the other one.
Anyway, it’s reasonably quiet and washes ok but we are quite frustrated about the lack of pre-wash.
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