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Hi,
I found this forum way back when we moved into our first home and got advice to purchase our first washing machine in 2008!
Back then I was advised that Bosch were a good brand to purchase, but to be aware that the cheaper models were not made in Germany and weren’t of as good build quality.
I purchased a Classixx 6 1200 Express, and it has been a fantastic machine, giving us 10 years service, and been worked hard over last 7 years we have had kids. The only issue we have had was some replacement bushes I did myself, and also a coin stuck in the drainage system.
This morning after just finishing a spin, it made a pop noise, my wife saw a flash from the area where the machine was. The house consumer unit tripped and after resetting it, the machine will turn on, but the drum will not turn. Im guessing the motor has blown….so due to the age of it, im on the look out for a new machine.
Due to the great use we got from the Bosch, are they still upto the same quality these days?
Is it still the case that some models are made at better quality and workmanship than others in their product range?
If not Bosch, then who else offers good quality reliable goods?
Im hoping that this great forum can help me out again!
Ive seen ‘new’ brands enter the machine market such as Samsung and LG…they seem popular… but would of thought they be better for Tvs that washers! 😀
You will get differing opinions on here as to what is okay these days as there has been many changes over the last ten years. Machines are now even more energy efficient by way of water and electricity reductions but the flip side is programmes are longer than before. Most manufacturers combat this by giving a “quick” wash on a reduced capacity of around 3 kg of lightly soiled clothing.
As for machines themselves over 95{e5d1b7155a01ef1f3b9c9968eaba33524ee81600d00d4be2b4d93ac2e58cec2d} have the sealed tub which if the bearings do fail it means the machine is a right off, not the best idea when it comes to not being able to repair and means more machines to recycling. Miele are one of the very few where a full repair can be carried out although this can come at a cost!! That said Miele often offer promotional warranties on selected appliances from time to time. While the build quality is not like it used to be they are still the best around.
Myself I still like Bosch ( our 10 year old classixx 6kg 1200 is still going strong) they still come with the usual two year warranty. Beko and Hotpoint are reasonable machines where spares and service is readily available at reasonable prices.
Dondon wrote:You will get differing opinions on here as to what is okay these days as there has been many changes over the last ten years. Machines are now even more energy efficient by way of water and electricity reductions but the flip side is programmes are longer than before. Most manufacturers combat this by giving a “quick” wash on a reduced capacity of around 3 kg of lightly soiled clothing.
As for machines themselves over 95{e5d1b7155a01ef1f3b9c9968eaba33524ee81600d00d4be2b4d93ac2e58cec2d} have the sealed tub which if the bearings do fail it means the machine is a right off, not the best idea when it comes to not being able to repair and means more machines to recycling. Miele are one of the very few where a full repair can be carried out although this can come at a cost!! That said Miele often offer promotional warranties on selected appliances from time to time. While the build quality is not like it used to be they are still the best around.
Myself I still like Bosch ( our 10 year old classixx 6kg 1200 is still going strong) they still come with the usual two year warranty. Beko and Hotpoint are reasonable machines where spares and service is readily available at reasonable prices.
DonMuch appreciated Don…looking back at my old posts, you were the same person that helped me out way back then with my first purchase! 🙂
Due to successful past experiences I think Ill be going for a Bosch again.How are these for sealed tubs?
Also is there any resource to find out which models are made in Germany?
As an extra note. Ive seen WAN28201GB and WAN28280GB on deals at the moment. Are these any good? Are they Germany made?
micky2008 wrote:
Much appreciated Don…looking back at my old posts, you were the same person that helped me out way back then with my first purchase! 🙂
Due to successful past experiences I think Ill be going for a Bosch again.How are these for sealed tubs?
Also is there any resource to find out which models are made in Germany?
Yes I am still here 🙂 I have started slowing down now just part time in the shop 🙂
Those do have a tub which splits but the bearings are already pressed into the back half cost of that is about £140!Bosch have their own factories scattered all across Europe and Russia. Those particular machines are made in their Polish factory.
If you come across bar codes on their appliances I would be very surprised. For your info codes starting 40-44 are German origin.
Dondon wrote:
Yes I am still here 🙂 I have started slowing down now just part time in the shop 🙂
Those do have a tub which splits but the bearings are already pressed into the back half cost of that is about £140!Bosch have their own factories scattered all across Europe and Russia. Those particular machines are made in their Polish factory.
If you come across bar codes on their appliances I would be very surprised. For your info codes starting 40-44 are German origin.
DonThanks Don, much appreciated.
Ive gone for the WAN28201GB. Ill let you know about the barcode.
It seems like it is tougher to determine which models are made in german factories these days, so ive just taken a punt.
Miele all the way. I bought a Miele washing machine 12 months ago to replace a Siemens that packed up after 8 years (Bosch, Siemens & Neff are the same group).
We’ve got an entry level Miele. You can pick them up from about £600. The cleaning power is phenomenal. My kids trash their clothes – mud, grass, curry stains, the lot. No need for Vanish, everything comes out spotless with regular washing powder. Clothes smell extremely fresh too – no need for fabric conditioner. I’m not sure how the clothes come out smelling much fresher than my Siemens. Miele has got me on that one! I always get rid of excess water from the drawer & leave the door open so no dodgy smells build up.
Its silent in wash mode – you can’t hear the motor at all, just the sound of water swishing around. It only makes a noise in spin mode.
Whites stay white….. None of this grey lark with towels/bed linen.
Less ironing too – no longer need to iron the kids school skirts & trousers! Happy days!
The clothes are in a loose pile at the end of the cycle, not stuck to the side – so can only assume this has resulted in less creased clothes.The Miele entry level machines are very basic looking – remind me something out of the 70s with the orange dial! Miele clearly don’t invest a lot of money in design – its not snazzy looking but it performs brilliantly and this outweighs all the benefits of what I’ve said above!
You won’t be disappointed with a Miele! Considering a Miele entry level is about the same price of a high spec, all singing all dancing Bosch/Samsung etc. I know what I would choose….. There is no comparison.
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