BOSCH Vs INDESIT Washing Machine Comparison

Struggling to choose between a BOSCH and INDESIT 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 Indesit’s. See Winner

Let’s walk through the specifications of (WGB256A1GB and BWE 111496X WV UK) – two flagship washing machines by BOSCH and INDESIT, analysing features and specifications that matter most… read more

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BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB vs INDESIT Innex Steam BWE 111496X WV UK Comparison Points

We chose to compare the BOSCH WGB256A1GB with the INDESIT BWE 111496X WV UK 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 INDESIT Energy Efficiency Compared

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

This means owning either a BOSCH or INDESIT 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

• • INDESIT BWE 111496X WV UK Energy Class: A, running 53 kWh *eco cycle

BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS vs INDESIT Innex Steam Programmes

The Bosch WGB256A1GB Series 8 i-DOS has 4 wash programmes, compared to the Indesit BWE 111496X WV UK Innex Steam which has 16, with a difference of -12 programs between machines. Samples of programmes offered by Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and Innex Steam BWE 111496X WV UK are as follows:

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

• • INDESIT BWE 111496X WV UK programme sample: Cotton 30°C, Synthetics, Rapid, Mix, Wool, Colours, Rinse

Do Bosch WGB256A1GB and Indesit BWE 111496X WV UK have a “quick wash” cycle?

Both WGB256A1GB and BWE 111496X WV UK 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 INDESIT Innex Steam BWE 111496X WV UK completes this cycle in 30 minutes saving time, water, and energy for small lightly soiled clothes – Bosch Series 8 i-DOS and Indesit Innex Steam can quick wash at a lower temperature, and much faster than a main cycle. There is a variance of -1 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 INDESIT BWE 111496X WV UK produces 76 dB. Giving a noise level difference of -7 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 INDESIT 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)

• • INDESIT Innex Steam  Noise rating: B – 76 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 Indesit BWE 111496X WV UK with an rpm of 1351.

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

• • INDESIT Innex Steam – 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 11kg laundry load limit capacity of the INDESIT Innex Steam BWE 111496X WV UK. 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

• • INDESIT Innex Steam – 11kg kg Weight Handling

Wireless Connectivity

BOSCH and INDESIT 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 Indesit 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 INDESIT BWE 111496X WV UK 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 Indesit BWE 111496X WV UK an average of 4.6/5 from 277 reviews.

Both BOSCH and INDESIT hold excellent track records for reliability with many positive reviews. Washing performance of the Bosch Series 8 i-DOS WGB256A1GB and INDESIT Innex Steam BWE 111496X WV UK are comparably good, as reflected in the high ratings – with both Bosch and Indesit washing machines providing exceptional results.

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

Choosing Between BOSCH and INDESIT Washing Machines

It’s difficult to recommend the BOSCH washing machine over INDESIT, because the margins between BOSCH Series 8 i-DOS and INDESIT Innex Steam 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 INDESIT 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
INDESIT	BWE 111496X WV UK	A	B	1351	11kg	Get Prices

Washing Machine Brand Testing Criteria Questions

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

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

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

• • Is BOSCH more Energy Efficient than INDESIT?

• • What is BOSCH’s Water Efficiency rating?

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

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

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

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

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