BOSCH Vs HAIER Washing Machine Comparisons

Struggling to choose between a BOSCH and HAIER 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 Haier’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (WGB256A1GB and HW90-B16939S8) – two flagship washing machines by BOSCH and HAIER, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

Measuring a premium BOSCH washing machine with a budget HAIER 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 HAIER’s best.

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BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB vs HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 Comparison Points

We chose to compare the BOSCH WGB256A1GB with the HAIER HW90-B16939S8 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 HAIER Energy Efficiency Compared

The Bosch WGB256A1GB is rated with a A, and the Haier WGB256A1GB with an energy efficiency rating of A. Both the Bosch Series 8 i-DOS and Haier I Pro Series 3 have a favourable green UK and EU energy consumption rating for a washing machine.

This means owning either a BOSCH or HAIER 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

• • HAIER HW90-B16939S8 Energy Class: A, running 52 kWh *eco cycle

BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS vs HAIER I Pro Series 3 Programmes

The Bosch WGB256A1GB Series 8 i-DOS has 4 wash programmes, compared to the Haier HW90-B16939S8 I Pro Series 3 which has 15, with a difference of -11 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 are as follows:

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

• • HAIER HW90-B16939S8 programme sample: Cotton, Allergy Care, Baby care, Delicate, Fast, Duvet, Refresh, Remote, Wool, Synthetics, Mix, Spin

Do Bosch WGB256A1GB and Haier HW90-B16939S8 have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both WGB256A1GB and HW90-B16939S8 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 HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 completes this cycle in 15 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Bosch Series 8 i-DOS and Haier I Pro Series 3 can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of 14 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 HAIER HW90-B16939S8 produces 70 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -1 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 HAIER 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)

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3  Noise rating: A – 70 dB Decibel (dB) during wash cycle (max 1550 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 Haier HW90-B16939S8 with an rpm of 1550.

The machine with extra spin power – BOSCH or HAIER – 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)

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3 – 1550 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 8kg laundry load limit capacity of the HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8. 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

• • HAIER I Pro Series 3 – 8kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

BOSCH and HAIER 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 Haier 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 HAIER HW90-B16939S8 have Wifi? – No

Average Review Ratings

Aggregated customer reviews of 1,182 across multiple platforms gives the Bosch WGB256A1GB a 4.9/5 star rating, and the Haier HW90-B16939S8 an average of 4.4/5 from 382 reviews.

Both BOSCH and HAIER hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Bosch Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and HAIER I Pro Series 3 HW90-B16939S8 are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Bosch and Haier washing machines providing exceptional results.

Performance and durability between leading BOSCH and HAIER products is inseparable, as both Series 8 i-DOS by BOSCH and I Pro Series 3 by HAIER having high ratio of favorable feedback.

Choosing Between BOSCH and HAIER Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the BOSCH washing machine over HAIER, because the margins between BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS and HAIER I Pro Series 3 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 HAIER 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
HAIER	HW90-B16939S8	A	A	1550	8kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is BOSCH more Energy Efficient than HAIER?

• • What is BOSCH’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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