Price: MSRP: $1469, Internet Prices: $1098 (includes tax and shipping)
As a company, Bosch has been manufacturing a wide range of appliances for quite some time. Included in their overall portfolio of appliances is the Bosch line of front load washers. Bosch produces some of the most water and energy efficient washing machines in the world today. With full lists of features, and an industry leading warranty, Bosch sets a high bar with their front load washers, and the Bosch Axxis WAS24460UC certainly fits into this mold. The compact front load washer market is not as crowded as the full size, and with the WAS24460UC Bosch takes aim at the pinnacle of this smaller niche market by offering a large drum size, and long list of features.
Features:
* 3.4 cu.ft stainless steel drum is largest in compact front loader class
* Surpasses Energy Star 2011 standards and Federal energy standards
* Bosch SensoTronix II uses an advanced system of sensors to analyze the washer load to determine the proper water level and temperature
* Extremely high 1200 RPM spin speed extracts more water in the washer to reduce drying time and energy usage
* 7 washing options and 15 specific washer programs ensure the proper washer settings for almost any load
* Built in water heater to quickly and efficiently heat water
* Quick cycle can quickly wash a small load of moderately dirty clothes
* PreSoak option allows clothes to be soaked prior to wash cycles
* Unique Sports Wear cycle is designed for sports and exercise clothes
* Specific cycle options for delicates, wool, darks, silks/satins, and heavy duty
* Rinse plus option uses additional rinse water for better rinsing and improved wear comfort
* Option to reduce the need for ironing by increasing the fluffing time of the washer cycle
* Touch Controls allow the easy choice and activation of cycles with just a button touch
* 2 year limited warranty is best in the industry
The Bosch Axxis WAS24460UC received an average user rating of 4.3 out of a possible 5 stars. Generally speaking people who have one of these Bosch Axxis washers seem to be pleased, as 83% would recommend that another consumer purchase the WAS24460UC. The most often praised aspects of the WAS24460UC are its performance, overall durability and quality of construction, and the robust list of features on this front load washer. Slightly detracting from the overall rating is that some consumers feel as though the value for the price could have been a bit better.
Among the negative reviews out there for the Bosch Axxis WAS24460UC there is no major over-riding trend, indicating that most issues are likely due to some random error, or even consumer setup in the home. One extremely negative review lamented the additional maintenance required of a front load washer, this is not specific to this, or any, model, but all front loaders. There was one thing that was mentioned in a noticeable number of the negative comments out there. None of the complaints found were very specific, but there appears to be some sort of gap around the door gasket that in some cases small articles of clothing, like socks, can somehow get caught in, and then do not get properly washed. There are also some complaints about increased load cycles, but again, this is generally applicable to all front load washers, and not the Bosch WAS24460UC in particular.
Overall, the Bosch Axxis WAS24460UC appears to be one of the best options out there for those who are in the market to purchase a compact front load washer. With its compact class leading capacity, efficiency and robust list of features, the WAS24460UC sits atop the list of compact front loaders. While not without some, seemingly minor, complaints, overall this front load washer has largely made consumers quite satisfied with their purchase. Although it is more expensive, the added price may well be worth it to purchase this model as opposed to the Bosch WFVC20160UC due to poor reviews. Feel free to comparison shop with the other front load washer reviews found here to find the best fit for your laundry room.
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Sunday, December 5, 2010
Bosch WAS20160UC Front Load Washer Review
Price: MSRP: $1249; Internet Prices: $1041 includes tax and shipping
As an appliance manufacturer, Bosch produces a wide range of appliances, including their line of front load washers. With this full line of front load washers, Bosch has focused on making the most efficient appliances possible, and has been largely successful. Bosch front load washers are the most efficient, with respect to both energy and water usage, on the market in the US today, exceeding US Federal energy standards by up to 102%. All of the efficiency engineered into the Bosch washers doesn't come at the expense of other features, or a bloated price tag. The Bosch WAS20160UC compact front load washer couples a large capacity with a long list of features and packages it all into a frame meant to fit into smaller areas.
Features:
* 3.4 cubic foot drum is the largest in the compact front load washer class, and is constructed of highly durable stainless steel
* BOSCH SensoTronic Plus system analyzed the contents of the washer to choose the proper water level and temperature
* High spin speed removes more water in the washer to reduce drying times and save energy
* High efficiency internal water heater raises water temperature quickly and efficiently
* 15 different washing programs and 5 washing options let you choose the proper washer behavior for any load type
* Bosch specific KIDSCARE wash cycle is designed to remove a large variety of difficult stains
* Special cycle designed specifically to reduce the need for ironing by fluffing clothes
* Soak option allows clothes to be pre-soaked for a period of time before they enter washing cycles
* Easily activate one of the many cycles with just the touch of a button using Bosch TouchControl techonology
* Industry leading 2 year limited warranty – most manufacturers offer only a 1 year warranty
The Bosch WAS20160UC front load washer doesn't get the sparkling reviews that some of the competitor's models have. With only a average customer rating of 3.7 of 5 stars, the WAS20160UC is rated well below the average ratings of most other front load washers. In addition the the low rating, there are also a lower percentage of owners who would give this front load washer a recommendation to other potential consumers. Among the things that reviewers listed as strong aspects of this model are the acknowledgment that its compact size allows the use of this washer in areas where other, larger, models would not have been possible. While it is nice of reviewers to point this out, the physical size of the WAS20160UC was never in question.
Unlike some other models of front load washer which in some cases seem to get some bad reviews because of either a random collection of issues, or consumers having had unrealistic expectations of their new washer, generally related to maintenance, the complaints about the Bosch WAS20160UC mostly seem to center around the same issue, and seem pretty legitimate. The vast majority of the complaints that have been raised about the Bosch WAS20160UC are related to a high pitched whine that seems to develop during the high speed spin portion of the washing cycle. The high speed spin cycle is one major aspect of front load washers that adds to the efficiency improvements of front load washers by allowing the washer to extract more water with the spin speed, reducing the need for drying time.
Given that the Bosch WAS20160UC receives relatively low consumer ratings, and that the complaints that are out there do have such the tendency to focus on the same overall complaint, perhaps this model of front load washer isn't the best choice. Unfortunately for consumers the compact front load washer segment is a relatively small segment of the market, and as such there aren't as many choices out there as there are for the larger, full sized models. However, there are certainly other alternatives out there. Bosch itself offers other compact front loaders, and the LG WM1355HW has better ratings from owners. In the light of the relatively poor reviews of this particular model of front load washer, the WAS20160UC, Bosch as a whole shouldn't be discounted as a viable manufacturer in your search for a front load washer. For instance the Bosch WFVC6450UC has been reviewed quite highly by owners. Feel free to check other front load washer reviews to find the washer that is right for you.
As an appliance manufacturer, Bosch produces a wide range of appliances, including their line of front load washers. With this full line of front load washers, Bosch has focused on making the most efficient appliances possible, and has been largely successful. Bosch front load washers are the most efficient, with respect to both energy and water usage, on the market in the US today, exceeding US Federal energy standards by up to 102%. All of the efficiency engineered into the Bosch washers doesn't come at the expense of other features, or a bloated price tag. The Bosch WAS20160UC compact front load washer couples a large capacity with a long list of features and packages it all into a frame meant to fit into smaller areas.
Features:
* 3.4 cubic foot drum is the largest in the compact front load washer class, and is constructed of highly durable stainless steel
* BOSCH SensoTronic Plus system analyzed the contents of the washer to choose the proper water level and temperature
* High spin speed removes more water in the washer to reduce drying times and save energy
* High efficiency internal water heater raises water temperature quickly and efficiently
* 15 different washing programs and 5 washing options let you choose the proper washer behavior for any load type
* Bosch specific KIDSCARE wash cycle is designed to remove a large variety of difficult stains
* Special cycle designed specifically to reduce the need for ironing by fluffing clothes
* Soak option allows clothes to be pre-soaked for a period of time before they enter washing cycles
* Easily activate one of the many cycles with just the touch of a button using Bosch TouchControl techonology
* Industry leading 2 year limited warranty – most manufacturers offer only a 1 year warranty
The Bosch WAS20160UC front load washer doesn't get the sparkling reviews that some of the competitor's models have. With only a average customer rating of 3.7 of 5 stars, the WAS20160UC is rated well below the average ratings of most other front load washers. In addition the the low rating, there are also a lower percentage of owners who would give this front load washer a recommendation to other potential consumers. Among the things that reviewers listed as strong aspects of this model are the acknowledgment that its compact size allows the use of this washer in areas where other, larger, models would not have been possible. While it is nice of reviewers to point this out, the physical size of the WAS20160UC was never in question.
Unlike some other models of front load washer which in some cases seem to get some bad reviews because of either a random collection of issues, or consumers having had unrealistic expectations of their new washer, generally related to maintenance, the complaints about the Bosch WAS20160UC mostly seem to center around the same issue, and seem pretty legitimate. The vast majority of the complaints that have been raised about the Bosch WAS20160UC are related to a high pitched whine that seems to develop during the high speed spin portion of the washing cycle. The high speed spin cycle is one major aspect of front load washers that adds to the efficiency improvements of front load washers by allowing the washer to extract more water with the spin speed, reducing the need for drying time.
Given that the Bosch WAS20160UC receives relatively low consumer ratings, and that the complaints that are out there do have such the tendency to focus on the same overall complaint, perhaps this model of front load washer isn't the best choice. Unfortunately for consumers the compact front load washer segment is a relatively small segment of the market, and as such there aren't as many choices out there as there are for the larger, full sized models. However, there are certainly other alternatives out there. Bosch itself offers other compact front loaders, and the LG WM1355HW has better ratings from owners. In the light of the relatively poor reviews of this particular model of front load washer, the WAS20160UC, Bosch as a whole shouldn't be discounted as a viable manufacturer in your search for a front load washer. For instance the Bosch WFVC6450UC has been reviewed quite highly by owners. Feel free to check other front load washer reviews to find the washer that is right for you.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Bosch WFVC6450UC Front Load Washer Review
Price: MSRP: 1249.00 Internet Prices: $830+ (total price, including tax + shipping)
Bosch is a well respected appliance manufacturer producing a wide range of appliances. With their line of front load washers, they lay claim to having the most energy efficient front load washers on the market, both in terms of energy usage, and water usage. Bosch front load washers are also quite competitive from a price standpoint as well. The Bosch WFVC6450UC front load washer is a highly efficient large capacity front load washer with a full list of features to satisfy the needs of nearly any consumer. Unlike some other manufactures that have washers at many different capacities, Bosch tends to have fewer capacities and differentiate their models with the features available on themselves
Features:
* 4.4 cubic foot capacity with a stainless steel washing drum is build for durability and to accommodate large loads
* Bosch proprietary EcoSmart technology uses a network of sensors to help make Bosch the most efficient brand in the USA
* Ability to reduce energy usage by up to 20% using EcoAction
* Surpasses federal government energy standards by 102%
* Creates 400 gallons of cleaning power out of 13 gallons of water with ActiveWater features
* Flexibility to wash a huge variety of loads with 15 different wash cycles using ActiveClean technology for the best possible cleaning performance
* Maximum spin speed of 1200 RPM to extract most possible water to reduce drying times
* Target a wide variety of stains with the Stain Removal options
* XxtraSanitary option uses internal heater to heat wash water to 170F
* Heats water to 175F on Dum Sanitize Cycle to clean the drum
* Specific Comforter Cycle for bulky items
* Quick Cycles can complete a full cycle on any size load in 45 minutes, or 20 minutes for small lightly soiled loads
* Remove any trace of detergent with Allergy Rinse option
* BabyCare Cycle uses extra water and high temperature to provide extra cleaning power
* Aggressively use cold water to clean clothes with the Cold Intensive cycle for added efficiency
* Nearly silent, and very smooth operation provided by Anti-Vibration system
* AquaShield leak sensor works to prevent water damage in the event of a leak
* National Science Foundation certified with ability to kill 99.9% of common household bacterias
* Industry leading two year limited warranty
Overall consumers who have purchased the Bosch WFVC6450UC are, by and large, happy with their purchase. With a reasonably large number of reviews out there, this Bosch front load washer has received an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 possible stars. Not surprisingly, based on the generally high rating, 88% of reviewers would recommend this product to another person shopping for a front load washer. The engineers at Bosch have seemingly done their job well, as energy efficiency is listed as one of the best features of the Bosch WFVC6450UC. Also listed as a strong point of this front load washer are its capacity, which at 4.4 cubic feet is among the largest front load washers available. The number of features and available settings is also mentioned quite frequently as a high point of the WFVC6450UC.
One curious trend among the reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC6450UC is that the most commonly mentioned negative for this washer also happens to be listed as a positive in many reviews, in fact more reviews list it as a positive than a negative. This paradoxical aspect is the cleaning ability of the washer. At the core of it all, if a washing machine doesn't get clothes clean, then no amount of energy efficiency or features and settings makes it a good washer. In a situation where a major complaint about something also happens to be one of the more popular points of praise, it should be clear that a large dose of skepticism should be used when considering the validity of both the complaints and the praising comments. That being said, there aren't really any other points of contention that get raised with the performance, or anything otherwise, with the Bosch WFVC6450UC.
On the whole, the Bosch WFVC6450UC seems to be a wise buy. With a price that makes it competitive with other front load washers with similar size and list of features, and a fairly high overall rating this front load washer has tended to impress most people who have purchased it. Further evidence of this is the large percentage of owners who would recommend this model to another consumer. Due, in part to the contradiction that is raised with regards to the cleaning ability of this washer, shoppers are encouraged to be extra diligent before deciding to make the Bosch WFVC6450UC front load a fixture in their laundry room. Feel free to check out the other front load washer reviews found here before making your final decision.
Bosch is a well respected appliance manufacturer producing a wide range of appliances. With their line of front load washers, they lay claim to having the most energy efficient front load washers on the market, both in terms of energy usage, and water usage. Bosch front load washers are also quite competitive from a price standpoint as well. The Bosch WFVC6450UC front load washer is a highly efficient large capacity front load washer with a full list of features to satisfy the needs of nearly any consumer. Unlike some other manufactures that have washers at many different capacities, Bosch tends to have fewer capacities and differentiate their models with the features available on themselves
Features:
* 4.4 cubic foot capacity with a stainless steel washing drum is build for durability and to accommodate large loads
* Bosch proprietary EcoSmart technology uses a network of sensors to help make Bosch the most efficient brand in the USA
* Ability to reduce energy usage by up to 20% using EcoAction
* Surpasses federal government energy standards by 102%
* Creates 400 gallons of cleaning power out of 13 gallons of water with ActiveWater features
* Flexibility to wash a huge variety of loads with 15 different wash cycles using ActiveClean technology for the best possible cleaning performance
* Maximum spin speed of 1200 RPM to extract most possible water to reduce drying times
* Target a wide variety of stains with the Stain Removal options
* XxtraSanitary option uses internal heater to heat wash water to 170F
* Heats water to 175F on Dum Sanitize Cycle to clean the drum
* Specific Comforter Cycle for bulky items
* Quick Cycles can complete a full cycle on any size load in 45 minutes, or 20 minutes for small lightly soiled loads
* Remove any trace of detergent with Allergy Rinse option
* BabyCare Cycle uses extra water and high temperature to provide extra cleaning power
* Aggressively use cold water to clean clothes with the Cold Intensive cycle for added efficiency
* Nearly silent, and very smooth operation provided by Anti-Vibration system
* AquaShield leak sensor works to prevent water damage in the event of a leak
* National Science Foundation certified with ability to kill 99.9% of common household bacterias
* Industry leading two year limited warranty
Overall consumers who have purchased the Bosch WFVC6450UC are, by and large, happy with their purchase. With a reasonably large number of reviews out there, this Bosch front load washer has received an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 possible stars. Not surprisingly, based on the generally high rating, 88% of reviewers would recommend this product to another person shopping for a front load washer. The engineers at Bosch have seemingly done their job well, as energy efficiency is listed as one of the best features of the Bosch WFVC6450UC. Also listed as a strong point of this front load washer are its capacity, which at 4.4 cubic feet is among the largest front load washers available. The number of features and available settings is also mentioned quite frequently as a high point of the WFVC6450UC.
One curious trend among the reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC6450UC is that the most commonly mentioned negative for this washer also happens to be listed as a positive in many reviews, in fact more reviews list it as a positive than a negative. This paradoxical aspect is the cleaning ability of the washer. At the core of it all, if a washing machine doesn't get clothes clean, then no amount of energy efficiency or features and settings makes it a good washer. In a situation where a major complaint about something also happens to be one of the more popular points of praise, it should be clear that a large dose of skepticism should be used when considering the validity of both the complaints and the praising comments. That being said, there aren't really any other points of contention that get raised with the performance, or anything otherwise, with the Bosch WFVC6450UC.
On the whole, the Bosch WFVC6450UC seems to be a wise buy. With a price that makes it competitive with other front load washers with similar size and list of features, and a fairly high overall rating this front load washer has tended to impress most people who have purchased it. Further evidence of this is the large percentage of owners who would recommend this model to another consumer. Due, in part to the contradiction that is raised with regards to the cleaning ability of this washer, shoppers are encouraged to be extra diligent before deciding to make the Bosch WFVC6450UC front load a fixture in their laundry room. Feel free to check out the other front load washer reviews found here before making your final decision.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Bosch WFVC5400UC Front Load Washer Review
Price Range: $800 - $1000
As a company, Bosch lays claim to the most highly water and energy efficient front load washers available today, while still remaining competetive from a price standpoint. While doing this, the aren't sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV5400UC front load washer is one offering from Bosch in the mid-range capacity.
Features:
* Bosch proprietary AquaStop technology which uses a network of sensors to monitor the washer for efficiency and performance
* 4.4 cubic foot capacity will allow very large loads to be washed
* Exceeds the Federal government's energy standards by 102%
* Surpasses the Energy Star 2001 guidelines
* EcoAction option can reduce the energy usage by up to 20%
* Bosch ActiveWater technology provides 400 gallons worth of cleaning power from only 13 gallons of water used
* 15 wash cycles to choose from to allow users to program the washer for nearly any load type
* ActiveClean technology from Bosch to provide the best possible cleaning performance
* High speed spin cycle to remove the most water from clothes to reduce drying times needed
* Special stain removal option designed to target a wide variety of stains with a single cycle option
* XxtraSanitary setting will heat water, using an internal heater, up to 170 degrees for extra cleaning power
* Cycle designed specifically for large bulky single items like comforters
* Cycle designed for jeans to clean while reducing fading and wrinkles
* Quick small cycle can be used to clean small loads in only 20 minutes
* Quick large cycle can be used to clean large loads in just 45 minutes
* Allergy rinse setting uses extra rinsing to ensure that all traces of detergent are removed from clothes
* BabyCare cycle uses extra water and high temperature water to ensure clothes are extra clean, like cloth diapers
* Anti-Vibration system to reduce noise and vibrations
* National Science Foundation certified for killing 99.9% of common household bacteria
* Industry leading 2 year warranty
While there aren't the same number of reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC5400UC as there are for some other front load washers like the LG WM2010CW the reviews that are out there for this front load washer are very positive. It has received an average review of 4.9 out of 5 stars, and every reviewer would recommend this product to another shopper. This is the first front load washer reviewed here to receive a rating this high that is not made by the LG corporation. Across the board the Bosch WFCV5400UC received high marks for all aspects. This front load washer looks like a real strong performer.
With a rating like 4.9 out of 5 stars, there really isn't much negatively said about the Bosch WFVC5400UC front load washer. With most models reviewed here, even the ones that got overall very high reviews there are typically some reviews floating around out there that rate the washer quite low. That isn't the case with this washer. The only thing that some reviewers has to mention slightly negatively about this washer is that they felt that it could have had a slightly better value for the price.
With its very high consumer ratings, and extensive list of features, the Bosch WFVC5400UC seems to be a very good choice for anyone looking to buy a new front load washer. It appears as though this washer is a slightly better alternative to the similarly priced and sized LG WM2301HW, despite the LG offering being a seemingly more common choice for consumers. This particular Bosch model has slightly more features, and one should not forget the industry leading 2 year warrany, with 1 year being the standard. If a fully featured front load washer with a 4.0+ cubic foot capacity is what you are in the market for the Bosch WFVC5400UC front load washer should be a strong consideration.
As a company, Bosch lays claim to the most highly water and energy efficient front load washers available today, while still remaining competetive from a price standpoint. While doing this, the aren't sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV5400UC front load washer is one offering from Bosch in the mid-range capacity.
Features:
* Bosch proprietary AquaStop technology which uses a network of sensors to monitor the washer for efficiency and performance
* 4.4 cubic foot capacity will allow very large loads to be washed
* Exceeds the Federal government's energy standards by 102%
* Surpasses the Energy Star 2001 guidelines
* EcoAction option can reduce the energy usage by up to 20%
* Bosch ActiveWater technology provides 400 gallons worth of cleaning power from only 13 gallons of water used
* 15 wash cycles to choose from to allow users to program the washer for nearly any load type
* ActiveClean technology from Bosch to provide the best possible cleaning performance
* High speed spin cycle to remove the most water from clothes to reduce drying times needed
* Special stain removal option designed to target a wide variety of stains with a single cycle option
* XxtraSanitary setting will heat water, using an internal heater, up to 170 degrees for extra cleaning power
* Cycle designed specifically for large bulky single items like comforters
* Cycle designed for jeans to clean while reducing fading and wrinkles
* Quick small cycle can be used to clean small loads in only 20 minutes
* Quick large cycle can be used to clean large loads in just 45 minutes
* Allergy rinse setting uses extra rinsing to ensure that all traces of detergent are removed from clothes
* BabyCare cycle uses extra water and high temperature water to ensure clothes are extra clean, like cloth diapers
* Anti-Vibration system to reduce noise and vibrations
* National Science Foundation certified for killing 99.9% of common household bacteria
* Industry leading 2 year warranty
While there aren't the same number of reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC5400UC as there are for some other front load washers like the LG WM2010CW the reviews that are out there for this front load washer are very positive. It has received an average review of 4.9 out of 5 stars, and every reviewer would recommend this product to another shopper. This is the first front load washer reviewed here to receive a rating this high that is not made by the LG corporation. Across the board the Bosch WFCV5400UC received high marks for all aspects. This front load washer looks like a real strong performer.
With a rating like 4.9 out of 5 stars, there really isn't much negatively said about the Bosch WFVC5400UC front load washer. With most models reviewed here, even the ones that got overall very high reviews there are typically some reviews floating around out there that rate the washer quite low. That isn't the case with this washer. The only thing that some reviewers has to mention slightly negatively about this washer is that they felt that it could have had a slightly better value for the price.
With its very high consumer ratings, and extensive list of features, the Bosch WFVC5400UC seems to be a very good choice for anyone looking to buy a new front load washer. It appears as though this washer is a slightly better alternative to the similarly priced and sized LG WM2301HW, despite the LG offering being a seemingly more common choice for consumers. This particular Bosch model has slightly more features, and one should not forget the industry leading 2 year warrany, with 1 year being the standard. If a fully featured front load washer with a 4.0+ cubic foot capacity is what you are in the market for the Bosch WFVC5400UC front load washer should be a strong consideration.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Bosch WFVC4400UC Front Load Washer Review
Price: $650-750
As a company, Bosch lays claim to the most highly water and energy efficient front load washers available today, while still remaining competetive from a price standpoint. While doing this, the aren't sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV4400UC front load washer is currently one step up from the entry level front load washer in Bosch's lineup, and the Bosch WFVC4400UC compares well to many of its competing front load washers.
Features:
*4.4 cubic foot capacity stainless steel drum will allow very large load sizes
*Bosch proprietary EcoSmart Technology makes use of an array of sensors to create the most efficient washers possible
*EcoAction Option can reduce energy use by 20%
*ActiveWater technology yields 400 gallons of washing power from just 13 gallons of water, helping Bosch be the industry leader in water efficiency
*XxtraSantiary Cycle heats water to 170F with internal heater for extra cleaning power
*Drum Sanitize feature uses 175 degree water to clean and sanitize the washer drum
*11 choices of wash settings allows tailoring the washer to the particular load
*Quick Cycle takes only 45 minutes to clean any load
*Very fast 1150 rpm spin speed reduces drying time in the dryer by removing more water during the spin cycle
*AVS anti-vibration system to limit vibrations and also keep noise to a minimum
*Easy to read and understand digital controls
Similar to other Bosch front load washers, like the WFVC3300UC there aren't many reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer. With the average review being about 3.8 out of a possible 5 total stars, what is out there doesn't make the WFVC4400UC look terribly appealing, considering that is is relatively low compared to other front load washers reviewed here with similar size and features. With only, 81% of reviewers willing to recommend this machine to another shopper, this stat ranks among the lowest of the washers reviewed here. Across the board the sentiment about individual aspects of the WFVC4400UC are average just like the overall rating. With consumers in general feeling lukewarm about the value for price and features of the WFVC4400UC. On the plus side for someone who does decide to buy the Bosch WFVC4400UC, performance and durability rate significantly higher among owners. Based on the fact the Bosch offers a 2 year limited warranty, as opposed to 1 year from most other manufacturers it would seem that Bosch believes in the durability of their products as well.
There are no real trends to be found in the negative reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer. There are a few instances of complaints about failures shortly after purchase, all of which were covered under warranty, and no real trend here either. One reviewer complained about issues with the spin cycle not working properly; and another about needing to have one of the many sensors on the unit replaced. Its simply that the overall aggregate reviews just aren't very high for this front load washer.
While the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer doesn't have fantastic ratings, and consumer recommendations are somewhat low, it is the opinion of this individual that there is no reason that this particular front load washer should be disregarded by any consumer necessarily. It has features and a price that match up very well with other front load washers of this size, and Bosch the company as a whole has been making appliances for a very long time quite successfully, and, based on the industry leading 2 year warranty is clearly willing to stand behind the quality of their work. In particular, the drum size is quite large for the price as well. For example the LG WM2301HW has a similar list of features, and drum size, but a significantly higher MSRP. If you can hold off on your purchase for a few months, to let more reviews filter into the market, perhaps the overall ratings of this washer would trend upward, but still the currently low ratings s
As a company, Bosch lays claim to the most highly water and energy efficient front load washers available today, while still remaining competetive from a price standpoint. While doing this, the aren't sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV4400UC front load washer is currently one step up from the entry level front load washer in Bosch's lineup, and the Bosch WFVC4400UC compares well to many of its competing front load washers.
Features:
*4.4 cubic foot capacity stainless steel drum will allow very large load sizes
*Bosch proprietary EcoSmart Technology makes use of an array of sensors to create the most efficient washers possible
*EcoAction Option can reduce energy use by 20%
*ActiveWater technology yields 400 gallons of washing power from just 13 gallons of water, helping Bosch be the industry leader in water efficiency
*XxtraSantiary Cycle heats water to 170F with internal heater for extra cleaning power
*Drum Sanitize feature uses 175 degree water to clean and sanitize the washer drum
*11 choices of wash settings allows tailoring the washer to the particular load
*Quick Cycle takes only 45 minutes to clean any load
*Very fast 1150 rpm spin speed reduces drying time in the dryer by removing more water during the spin cycle
*AVS anti-vibration system to limit vibrations and also keep noise to a minimum
*Easy to read and understand digital controls
Similar to other Bosch front load washers, like the WFVC3300UC there aren't many reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer. With the average review being about 3.8 out of a possible 5 total stars, what is out there doesn't make the WFVC4400UC look terribly appealing, considering that is is relatively low compared to other front load washers reviewed here with similar size and features. With only, 81% of reviewers willing to recommend this machine to another shopper, this stat ranks among the lowest of the washers reviewed here. Across the board the sentiment about individual aspects of the WFVC4400UC are average just like the overall rating. With consumers in general feeling lukewarm about the value for price and features of the WFVC4400UC. On the plus side for someone who does decide to buy the Bosch WFVC4400UC, performance and durability rate significantly higher among owners. Based on the fact the Bosch offers a 2 year limited warranty, as opposed to 1 year from most other manufacturers it would seem that Bosch believes in the durability of their products as well.
There are no real trends to be found in the negative reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer. There are a few instances of complaints about failures shortly after purchase, all of which were covered under warranty, and no real trend here either. One reviewer complained about issues with the spin cycle not working properly; and another about needing to have one of the many sensors on the unit replaced. Its simply that the overall aggregate reviews just aren't very high for this front load washer.
While the Bosch WFVC4400UC front load washer doesn't have fantastic ratings, and consumer recommendations are somewhat low, it is the opinion of this individual that there is no reason that this particular front load washer should be disregarded by any consumer necessarily. It has features and a price that match up very well with other front load washers of this size, and Bosch the company as a whole has been making appliances for a very long time quite successfully, and, based on the industry leading 2 year warranty is clearly willing to stand behind the quality of their work. In particular, the drum size is quite large for the price as well. For example the LG WM2301HW has a similar list of features, and drum size, but a significantly higher MSRP. If you can hold off on your purchase for a few months, to let more reviews filter into the market, perhaps the overall ratings of this washer would trend upward, but still the currently low ratings s
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Bosch WFVC3300UC Front Load Washer Review
Price: $650-750
As a company, Bosch has tried to design the most highly energy, and water efficient front load washers available today. To do this, they are most certainly not sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV3300UC front load washer is currently the entry level front load washer in Bosch's lineup. With a price point in right in the same range as most of the other front load washers of the similar size, the Bosch WFVC3300UC compares well to many of its competetors.
Features:
- 4.4 cubic foot capacity stainless steel drum will allow very large load sizes
- Bosch EcoSmart technology uses a group of sensors to create the most efficient washer possible
- EcoAction Option to further reduce energy consumption by an additional 20% over the already class leading energy efficiency
- ActiveWater features gives 13 gallons of water the cleaning power of 400, making Bosch the most water efficient brand of front load washer in the US
- XxtraSantiary setting to use internal heater to heat water to 170F for extra cleaning power
- 11 choices of wash settings allows tailoring the washer to the particular load
- Quick Cycle option will clean any load in 45 minutes
- Very fast 1100 rpm spin speeds get clothes drier in the washer to reduce time needed in the dryer.
- AVS anti-vibration system to limit vibrations and also keep noise to a minimum
- Easy to read and understand digital controls
While there aren't a huge number of reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, what are out there are somewhat lack luster, with the average review being about 3.4 out of a possible 5 total stars. This rating is among the lowest of those for the front load washers reviewed on these pages. However, 85% of reviewers would recommend this machine to another shopper, again this stat ranks among the lowest of the washers reviewed here. Across the board the sentiment about individual aspects of the WFVC3300UC are very middle of the road. Generally speaking, consumers are lukewarm in their feelings about the value for price and features of the WFVC3300UC. Performance and durability rate significantly higher among owners however, which bodes well for potential owners. Based on the fact the Bosch offers a 2 year limited warranty, as opposed to 1 year from most other manufacturers it would seem that Bosch believes in the durability of their products as well.
In looking at the negative reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, it seems apparent that at least some consumers just didn't know what they were getting into when purchasing a front load washer. One reviewer in particular gave the washer the lowest possible reviews across the board, for every aspect; upon reading their review, it all boils down to this individual simply not being prepared to administer the additional care that is well known to be required of all front load washers. Given that this is the case, could the washer be faulted on performance, sure; but durability, features, and value, perhaps the machine really did deserve better. The positive offshoot of this is that, although the WFVC3300UC did receive some low ratings, there were no specific issues identified to detract from this model of front load washer in particular these low ratings are more of an indictment of front load washers in general.
Despite the low ratings, and lack of recommendations out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, it is the opinion of this reviewer that there is no reason that this particular front load washer should be discounted by any consumer. Its list of features stack up very well with other front load washers in this price range. Bosch the company as a whole has been making appliances for quite a while, and has been quite successful at it. The company is clearly willing to stand behind the quality of their work as they offer the longest general warranty among washer manufacturers. In particular, the drum size is quite large for the price as well. For example the LG WM2301HW has a similar list of features, and drum size, but a significantly higher MSRP. If you can hold off on your purchase for a few months, to let more reviews filter into the market, perhaps the overall ratings of this washer would trend upward, but still the currently low ratings shouldn't be a significant deterrent for potential buyers.
As a company, Bosch has tried to design the most highly energy, and water efficient front load washers available today. To do this, they are most certainly not sacrificing features from their front load machines. The Bosch WFCV3300UC front load washer is currently the entry level front load washer in Bosch's lineup. With a price point in right in the same range as most of the other front load washers of the similar size, the Bosch WFVC3300UC compares well to many of its competetors.
Features:
- 4.4 cubic foot capacity stainless steel drum will allow very large load sizes
- Bosch EcoSmart technology uses a group of sensors to create the most efficient washer possible
- EcoAction Option to further reduce energy consumption by an additional 20% over the already class leading energy efficiency
- ActiveWater features gives 13 gallons of water the cleaning power of 400, making Bosch the most water efficient brand of front load washer in the US
- XxtraSantiary setting to use internal heater to heat water to 170F for extra cleaning power
- 11 choices of wash settings allows tailoring the washer to the particular load
- Quick Cycle option will clean any load in 45 minutes
- Very fast 1100 rpm spin speeds get clothes drier in the washer to reduce time needed in the dryer.
- AVS anti-vibration system to limit vibrations and also keep noise to a minimum
- Easy to read and understand digital controls
While there aren't a huge number of reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, what are out there are somewhat lack luster, with the average review being about 3.4 out of a possible 5 total stars. This rating is among the lowest of those for the front load washers reviewed on these pages. However, 85% of reviewers would recommend this machine to another shopper, again this stat ranks among the lowest of the washers reviewed here. Across the board the sentiment about individual aspects of the WFVC3300UC are very middle of the road. Generally speaking, consumers are lukewarm in their feelings about the value for price and features of the WFVC3300UC. Performance and durability rate significantly higher among owners however, which bodes well for potential owners. Based on the fact the Bosch offers a 2 year limited warranty, as opposed to 1 year from most other manufacturers it would seem that Bosch believes in the durability of their products as well.
In looking at the negative reviews out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, it seems apparent that at least some consumers just didn't know what they were getting into when purchasing a front load washer. One reviewer in particular gave the washer the lowest possible reviews across the board, for every aspect; upon reading their review, it all boils down to this individual simply not being prepared to administer the additional care that is well known to be required of all front load washers. Given that this is the case, could the washer be faulted on performance, sure; but durability, features, and value, perhaps the machine really did deserve better. The positive offshoot of this is that, although the WFVC3300UC did receive some low ratings, there were no specific issues identified to detract from this model of front load washer in particular these low ratings are more of an indictment of front load washers in general.
Despite the low ratings, and lack of recommendations out there for the Bosch WFVC3300UC front load washer, it is the opinion of this reviewer that there is no reason that this particular front load washer should be discounted by any consumer. Its list of features stack up very well with other front load washers in this price range. Bosch the company as a whole has been making appliances for quite a while, and has been quite successful at it. The company is clearly willing to stand behind the quality of their work as they offer the longest general warranty among washer manufacturers. In particular, the drum size is quite large for the price as well. For example the LG WM2301HW has a similar list of features, and drum size, but a significantly higher MSRP. If you can hold off on your purchase for a few months, to let more reviews filter into the market, perhaps the overall ratings of this washer would trend upward, but still the currently low ratings shouldn't be a significant deterrent for potential buyers.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Bosch Front Load Washer Review Model WFMC2201UC
MSRP: $698
As with the other models of front load washer I have reviewed, this one again is right at that $700 price. Based on the number of reviews out there, it appears to be an overall popular purchase, and is easily the most popular Bosch front load washer, if number if reviews is any indicator of this.
Features:
4.0 cubic foot load capacity
Stainless steel wash basin
multiple wash and spin settings
multiple water temperature settings
3-part detergent dispenser automatically distributes the appropriate amounts of detergent, bleach and softener at exactly the right time
2 year warranty on parts, 1 on labor
Energy Star Certified
This Bosch front load washer is a popular model in the Bosch line. There are a large number of reviews out there for it. Overall consumers seem quite happy with this particular model of front load washer. With a rating of 4.5 and over 85% of people being willing to recommend this to a friend, this is a strong performer.
The most often noted positive feature is the ease of use, which is a plus. Other highly desirable features that reviewers listed as positives for this Bosch front load washer are its quality, design, features and value. These are all things that any consumer should be looking for when looking to make a large purchase such as a washing machine. As is the case in general with front load washers people specifically mention the decreases in their utility bills following the replacement of a top load washer with a front load washer. Also as is typical for people owning a front load washer, the quietness is commented on as well.
After reading through over 100 reviews for this Bosch front load washer, I didn't come across any real trends in negative comments. As is typical for all front load washers there were a few mentions of issues with vibrations during spin cycles. There was only 1 review mentioning a major failure which is below the usual relative percentage of people who mention a major failure. This seems to follow from the fact that many people listed quality as one of the major positives of this particular front load washer.
Overall this Bosch front load washer stacks up very well against the other models that I have reviewed. It may not have the top overall rating, but the reviews themselves specifically called out less specific complaints. With the list of positives that people rated so highly, I feel like this would be a fine choice to make when purchasing a front loading washer.
As with the other models of front load washer I have reviewed, this one again is right at that $700 price. Based on the number of reviews out there, it appears to be an overall popular purchase, and is easily the most popular Bosch front load washer, if number if reviews is any indicator of this.
Features:
4.0 cubic foot load capacity
Stainless steel wash basin
multiple wash and spin settings
multiple water temperature settings
3-part detergent dispenser automatically distributes the appropriate amounts of detergent, bleach and softener at exactly the right time
2 year warranty on parts, 1 on labor
Energy Star Certified
This Bosch front load washer is a popular model in the Bosch line. There are a large number of reviews out there for it. Overall consumers seem quite happy with this particular model of front load washer. With a rating of 4.5 and over 85% of people being willing to recommend this to a friend, this is a strong performer.
The most often noted positive feature is the ease of use, which is a plus. Other highly desirable features that reviewers listed as positives for this Bosch front load washer are its quality, design, features and value. These are all things that any consumer should be looking for when looking to make a large purchase such as a washing machine. As is the case in general with front load washers people specifically mention the decreases in their utility bills following the replacement of a top load washer with a front load washer. Also as is typical for people owning a front load washer, the quietness is commented on as well.
After reading through over 100 reviews for this Bosch front load washer, I didn't come across any real trends in negative comments. As is typical for all front load washers there were a few mentions of issues with vibrations during spin cycles. There was only 1 review mentioning a major failure which is below the usual relative percentage of people who mention a major failure. This seems to follow from the fact that many people listed quality as one of the major positives of this particular front load washer.
Overall this Bosch front load washer stacks up very well against the other models that I have reviewed. It may not have the top overall rating, but the reviews themselves specifically called out less specific complaints. With the list of positives that people rated so highly, I feel like this would be a fine choice to make when purchasing a front loading washer.
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