BOSCH Vs CANDY Washing Machine Comparison

Struggling to choose between a BOSCH and CANDY washing machine?

With a combination of data analysis software and expert evaluation, we analysed Bosch’s best washing machines – comparing features, reliability, durability, performance benchmarks, and customer feedback, with Candy’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (WGB256A1GB and 14102DW4/1-80 NFC) – two flagship washing machines by BOSCH and CANDY, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

Measuring a premium BOSCH washing machine with a budget CANDY machine would have been unfair. To keep the comparison level and objective, we compared like-for-like, by reviewing and comparing BOSCH’s best range against CANDY’s best.

The Bosch Series 9 clinched a close win over Bosch and Candy – and all other washing machine brands for popularity, customer satisfaction, and performance.

BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB vs CANDY CS 14102DW4/1-80 NFC Comparison Points

We chose to compare the BOSCH WGB256A1GB with the CANDY 14102DW4/1-80 NFC as these washing machines sit at the top of each brand’s product line. In this comparison, we dive into the wash programmes, energy rating, noise level, spin speed, and load capacity of each machine, as these are the features that have the biggest impact on washing dirty laundry.

BOSCH and CANDY Energy Efficiency Compared

The Bosch WGB256A1GB is rated with a A, and the Candy WGB256A1GB with an energy efficiency rating of B. Both the Bosch Series 8 i-DOS and Candy CS have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a BOSCH or CANDY will save money on electricity usage with an appliance that is more environmentally friendly, compared with washing machines that have a lower energy rating.

• • BOSCH WGB256A1GB Energy Class: A, running 41 kWh *eco cycle

• • CANDY 14102DW4/1-80 NFC Energy Class: B, running 59 kWh *eco cycle

BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS vs CANDY CS Programmes

The Bosch WGB256A1GB Series 8 i-DOS has 4 wash programmes, compared to the Candy 14102DW4/1-80 NFC CS which has 16, with a difference of -12 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and CS 14102DW4/1-80 NFC are as follows:

• • BOSCH WGB256A1GB programme sample: Delicates, Easy-care, Whites and coloureds, Woollens hand wash

• • CANDY 14102DW4/1-80 NFC programme sample: Cotton + Prewash, Delicates, Hand Wash, Hygiene, Mixed & Coloured, Jeans, Perfect Cotton 59

Do Bosch WGB256A1GB and Candy 14102DW4/1-80 NFC have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both WGB256A1GB and 14102DW4/1-80 NFC washing machines have quick-wash programs for those in a hurry. The BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB has a quick wash time of 29 minutes and the CANDY CS 14102DW4/1-80 NFC completes this cycle in 14 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Bosch Series 8 i-DOS and Candy CS can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 15 minutes between machines

Washing Machine Brands and Noise level

The BOSCH WGB256A1GB produces around 69 dB of noise during a full spin cycle, and the CANDY 14102DW4/1-80 NFC produces 81 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -12 dB between the two.

If you live in a flat or semi-detached house, or have your kitchen directly off your living room, choose a machine that has a slightly lower dB rating.

Whether you operate a BOSCH or CANDY washing machine, the machine should be level on the ground and secure with a small 5 – 10cm gap around all sides to minimise noises from the vibrations produced during a high-speed rinse.

With washing machines like the BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS motor spinning at 1400, the vibrations can be intense, and if the machine is not installed correctly, the noise can be worse.

• • BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS Noise rating: A – 69 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1400 rpm spin)

• • CANDY CS  Noise rating: D – 81 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1351 rpm spin)

Spin Speed

Fast motor spin speeds means more thorough rinsing of washed and wet laundry. The Bosch WGB256A1GB has a max rpm of 1400 compared to the Candy 14102DW4/1-80 NFC with an rpm of 1351.

The machine with extra spin power – BOSCH or CANDY – generally means clothes come out of the washing machine holding less water, for faster line or tumble drying.

• • BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS – 1400 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

• • CANDY CS – 1351 RPM (maximum revolutions per minute)

Wash Load Capacity

The BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB has a load weight capacity of 10kg, which is comparable to the 10kg laundry load limit capacity of the CANDY CS 14102DW4/1-80 NFC. A washing machine with a higher kilogramme (kg) rating can wash larger loads of laundry in one cycle.

• • BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS – 10kg kg Weight Handling

• • CANDY CS – 10kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

BOSCH and CANDY washing machines that have wireless connectivity allow users to control the washing machine and receive wash cycle updates to their smartphone via Bluetooth or wifi.

Your phone can connect with your Bosch or Candy washing machine through an app – if you have a compatible appliance. This app can send you notifications when a washing programme has ended or when service or troubleshooting is required.

• • Does the BOSCH WGB256A1GB have Wifi? – Yes (HomeConnect app)

• • Does the CANDY 14102DW4/1-80 NFC have Wifi? – Yes (hOn app)

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 1,182 across multiple platforms gives the Bosch WGB256A1GB a 4.9/5 star rating, and the Candy 14102DW4/1-80 NFC an average of 4.3/5 from 2,029 reviews.

Both BOSCH and CANDY hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Bosch Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and CANDY CS 14102DW4/1-80 NFC are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Bosch and Candy washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading BOSCH and CANDY products is inseparable, as both Series 8 i-DOS by BOSCH and CS by CANDY having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between BOSCH and CANDY Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the BOSCH washing machine over CANDY, because the margins between BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS and CANDY CS are modest, and preferences are down to minor personal differences such as wash load capacity, connectivity, energy efficiency, styling, and noise level class.

Both BOSCH and CANDY washing machines are excellent, providing outstanding reliability and performance.

Brand	Model	Energy	Noise	Speed	Capacity	Best Price
BOSCH	WGB256A1GB	A	A	1400	10kg	Get Prices
CANDY	14102DW4/1-80 NFC	B	D	1351	10kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

• • How does BOSCH Drum Load Capacity (kg) compared to CANDY?

• • Does BOSCH have higher/lower Spin Speed (RPM) to CANDY?

• • BOSCH vs CANDY – Which brand offers more Wash Programs?

• • Is BOSCH more Energy Efficient than CANDY?

• • What is BOSCH’s Water Efficiency rating?

• • Is CANDY quieter than BOSCH (Noise Level)?

• • What Smart Features, if any, does BOSCH and CANDY offer? 

• • How does BOSCH’s brand reliability rating look?

• • Who has the greatest ratio of positive customer reviews and highest review ratings – BOSCH or CANDY washing machines?

• • Does CANDY and BOSCH have aftercare service or warranty?