BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB vs SMEG WMFABAZ1 Washing Machine Comparison

Thanks for taking the time to read our washing machine comparison for the and washing machines. Chances are you’ve done your research and are pretty close to deciding, but you’re stuck on whether to choose the BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB or the SMEG WMFABAZ1. Our guide and comparison has been put together to help you make that final choice.

BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB vs SMEG WMFABAZ1

	BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB	SMEG WMFABAZ1
Brand	Bosch	Smeg
Key Features	Capacity: 7 kg Spin speed: 1400 rpm Quick wash time: 15 minutes Energy rating: A+++ Two-year manufacturers guarantee	Capacity: 7 kg Spin speed: 1400 rpm Quick wash time: 15 minutes Energy rating: A+ One-year manufacturers guarantee
Energy Rating	A+++	A+
Colour	White	Blue
Guarantee	2 years	1 year
Maximum Spin Speed	1400 rpm	1400 rpm
Loading	Front	– Front loading – Large porthole
Noise Level (Wash)	54 dB(A)	59 dB(A)
Annual Energy Consumption	157 kWh	222 kWh
Wash Performance	A	A
Spin Performance	B	B
Variable Spin	Yes	Yes
Consumption per cycle	– Energy: 0.85 kWh – Water: 55 litres	tbc
Annual Water Consumption	9020 litres	10340 litres
Washing Machine Type	Freestanding washing machine	Freestanding washing machine
Capacity	7 kg	7 kg
Noise Level (Spin)	75 dB(A)	79 dB(A)
Wash Programs	– Cottons 20 – Cottons 40 – Cottons 40 + Prewash – Cottons 60 – Cottons 90 – Delicates/Silk 30 – EasyCare 30 – EasyCare 40 – Mixed Load 40 – Rinse only – Spin only – Superquick 15 – Superquick 30 – Wool	– Cotton – Cotton eco – Delicates – Drain & spin – Gym – Hand Wash – Jeans – Night – Rinse & spin – Shirts – Softener – Superfast 15 Minutes – Synthetics – Wool
Number of programmes	15	15
Wash Functions	tbc	– FlexiTime – Additional rinse
60 Degree wash time	200 minutes	113 minutes
40 degree wash time	200 minutes	113 minutes
30 degree wash time	tbc	113 minutes
20 degree wash time	No	No
Quick wash time	15 minutes	15 minutes
spin stability	Yes	Yes
water remaining after spin	0.53	0.5
Display type	LED screen	LCD screen
program selector	Dial	Dial & buttons
Delay Timer	Yes, 24 hours	Yes – 24 hours
Time remaining indicator	Yes	Yes
Matching Tumble Dryer	No	No
Stacking Option	No	No
In the Box	Bosch Serie 4 WAN28080GB Washing Machine	– Smeg WMFABAZ1 Washing Machine – hose – Instruction manual – registration document
Dimensions	– 848 x 598 x 550 mm (H x W x D) – 33.38 x 23.54 x 21.7 inches (H x W x D)	– 905 x 596 x 690 mm (H x W x D) – 35.6 x 23.5 x 27.2 inches (H x W x D)
Boxed Dimensions	880 x 635 x 690 mm (H x W x D)	1000 x 660 x 765 mm (H x W x D)
Recess Dimensions	tbc	tbc
Weight	63.51 kg	78.5 kg
Boxed Weight	68 kg	85.65 kg
Price	£349.99	£899.99
Number of Reviews	363	2
Review Score	9	10
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Things to look out for when buying a washing machine

There are lots of different factors that can make a washing machine great. From it’s energy efficiency, to it’s spin speed. Or from the price, to the drum capacity. This quick overview gives you an idea of what to look out for when buying a new washing machine.

1. Drum Capacity – this is quite a big deal for large families in particular. If you’ve got lots of people in your household you’ll want to look out for those washing machines with larger drum capacities. The BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB and the SMEG WMFABAZ1 have 7 kg and 7 kg capacities, plenty for the average user.
2. Energy efficiency – Keeping track of your energy usage is a good idea for the budget conscious homeowner, and choosing an energy efficient washing machine can really help matters. There are a few specs to look out for to understand the efficiency, the main one is its rating. The BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB has an A+++ Energy Rating. Whereas the SMEG WMFABAZ1 has a A+. Annual energy consumption is also key, the BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB uses 157 kWh per year, whilst SMEG WMFABAZ1 uses 222 kWh.
3. Speed – if you’re anything like us at iCompareit, you don’t want to be hanging around for hours waiting for your washing to finish, lets face it, we all have better things to be doing. So speed of the wash is another key factor to take into consideration. Try to keep an eye on the wash time based on a set temperature, for example if you tend to wash at 40 degrees use that as your benchmark for comparison. The wash time at 40 degrees for example on the BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB is 200 minutes whilst on the BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB it’s 113 minutes.
4. Temperature settings – Whilst on the subject of temperatures, that’s another key consideration, if you like to wash at a low temperature like 30 then make sure the table above shows a time for the 30 degree wash, otherwise chances are it doesn’t have a 30 degree setting. Some washing machines even offer a 20 degree setting now too, although that’s much less common.
5. Noise – this used to be a big deal in the past, as washing machines used to cause a right racket, but with better insulation and sound-proofing they’re much quieter these days. However it’s still a useful figure to use for comparison, so check out the Noise Rating of both the wash setting and the spin setting. The BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB has a wash noise rating of 54 dB(A) and a spin rating of 75 dB(A) whereas the SMEG WMFABAZ1 has a wash sound rating of 59 dB(A) and a spin of 79 dB(A)
6. Price – Washing machines can massively vary in price, with smart washing machines demanding a higher price tag. Keep an eye on the price of the unit, and try to stick to a budget. Our systems at iCompareit run automated scans of the major retailers to find you the best price, so when you’re ready just click the “find best price” button and you’ll be directed to the shop that are offering the best deal today.
7. Reviews and Ratings – Why rely on just what the manufacturer tells you, when you can hear it straight from an owner. Ratings and reviews are like gold dust, they’re essential for choosing the right washing machine, which is why we collate reviews from the major retailers and Revoo to help you decide which washing machine is going to better live up to your expectations. The BOSCH Serie 4 WAN28080GB has a review score of 9 whilst the SMEG WMFABAZ1 has a score of 10.

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