Bosch WAN28258GB

Built for couples and small families who want a dependable everyday wash, the Bosch WAN28258GB is a freestanding 8 kg front-loader from the Series 4 range. Finished in white with an LCD display and button and rotary controls, it suits kitchens and utility rooms that need a quiet, energy-conscious machine without paying for the largest drum on the market. Read More...

The 8 kg drum holds enough cotton for a household of three or four, while the 65 litre drum volume gives clothes space to tumble rather than clump. A 1400 rpm maximum spin extracts more water before items reach the line or dryer, cutting drying time noticeably compared with 1200 rpm machines. Spin-drying efficiency sits at class B, which is mid-table for the category and reflects that headline 1400 rpm figure in practice.

An A energy rating puts the Bosch WAN28258GB 8kg in the most efficient band currently available. Energy use of 46 kWh per 100 cycles is low for an 8 kg drum, and water consumption of 47 litres per cycle is typical for this size. Variable temperature and spin let you trim usage further on lighter loads, which keeps running costs predictable across the year.

Twenty programmes cover everything from delicates to heavily soiled cottons, and the 15-minute quick wash is genuinely useful for school uniforms or gym kit. Iron Assist steams creases out as the load finishes, so shirts and bedding need less ironing. A 24-hour delay start lets you line up a finish time around cheaper energy tariffs, and the child lock keeps settings safe from curious hands during the cycle.

At 598 mm wide, 845 mm high and 590 mm deep, the Bosch WAN28258GB Series 4 washing machine fits standard under-counter spaces. The 72 dB(A) spin noise carries a Noise Emission Class A rating, so it stays reasonable for open-plan kitchens. Front loading and a cold-fill water supply make installation straightforward, and you can compare prices across UK retailers alongside other freestanding washing machines in this range.