Bosch review

Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026

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Our verdict

Bosch suits households buying built-in and freestanding major appliances who want a long warranty and installation, rather than shoppers hunting the lowest entry price. Its 2 years warranty and 3 ranking on that measure make it a steady pick, though £399 sits well above the field.

Key facts

Best for
Households fitting out a kitchen or laundry room who want installation and long cover included.
Reference models
WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
£399 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Energy class
A (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Capacity
8 kg (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Dimensions
84.8x59.8x58.8 cm (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
2 years (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Installation offered
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
GB, DE, FR, US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
BSH Home Appliances Ltd (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Germany (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1886 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Oven, Hob
Official website
bosch-home.com

Coffee machines

Reference models
WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Entry price
€43.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Flagship price
€419 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Built-in grinder
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Milk system
Auto frother (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Pod system
None (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Capacity (l)
7.2 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Power (W)
1,800 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
2 years (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
GB, DE, FR, US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
BSH Home Appliances Ltd (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Germany (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1886 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Machine types
Espresso, Bean to cup, Pod, Drip, Grinder

Floor care

Reference models
WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Entry price
€43.99 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Flagship price
€419 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Top suction (Pa)
11,000 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Self-empty dock
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Mop type
Spinning (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Obstacle avoidance
Camera AI (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
LiDAR navigation
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
2 years (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
GB, DE, FR, US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
BSH Home Appliances Ltd (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Germany (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1886 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Oven, Hob

Kitchen appliances

Reference models
WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
£399 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Capacity (l)
7.2 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Power (W)
1,800 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Cooking programmes
8 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Dishwasher-safe parts
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Warranty
2 years (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Spare parts shop
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
GB, DE, FR, US (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
BSH Home Appliances Ltd (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Germany (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Founded
1886 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Products
Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Oven, Hob

Apps and profiles

Elsewhere
Trustpilotfacebook.com

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Warranty of 2 years ranks at 3 of 30, putting the brand near the top of the brands compared.
  • Installation is offered on top of the hardware, which suits anyone fitting a new kitchen or laundry run.
  • Product types cover washing-machine, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, oven and hob, so a full kitchen can come from one brand.
  • Spare parts are sold through a dedicated parts shop, which helps owners keep an older machine running.
  • A help centre and a named legal entity, BSH Home Appliances Ltd, give buyers a clear accountable company behind the products.

Cons

  • Price from £399 ranks at 28 of 32, so first-time buyers face a high entry point.
  • Support is limited to help centre, so anyone wanting a phone line or live chat has fewer routes than peers with broader channels.
  • The BSH Home Appliances Ltd name is tied to the UK, which narrows warranty handling for buyers sourcing the brand from other regions in the United Kingdom, DE and FR.

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Scored 9.0 / 10 by SmartHomeCue.

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Who it suits

  • Households replacing a full set of major appliances who want one brand across laundry, kitchen and cooking.
  • Buyers who weigh installation and warranty cover more than the lowest shelf price.
  • Anyone who wants replacement parts and repair support for a machine kept for many years.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Shoppers on a tight budget, since Exquisit and Bauknecht sit lower on entry price than Bosch.
  • Buyers who want a coffee machine with a pod system, since the pod system on the range is none.
  • People who rely on phone or chat support, where Hoover and Bauknecht cover more channels.

Core features

Bosch covers a wide laundry and kitchen run, with product types spanning washing-machine, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, oven and hob. The reference washer in the range, WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB, runs at A energy class, holds 8 kg and measures 84.8x59.8x58.8 cm. Coffee buyers get espresso, bean to cup and pod across the range, with a built-in grinder on some models, auto frother for milk drinks and a pod system of none, so pod capsules are not part of the range. Small appliances include an air fryer with a basket of 7.2 litres, 8 programs, 1,800 W of power and dishwasher safe parts, which cuts down on washing up after cooking. The robot vacuum class offers 11,000 Pa of suction, a self empty dock, a spinning mop, lidar navigation and camera AI obstacle handling. On top of that, the warranty runs 2 years and installation is offered, which matters if you are replacing a fitted machine rather than unboxing a freestanding one.

How it compares on our data

On our price from data, Bosch sits at position 28 of 32 brands, which is a mid to upper placement rather than a budget one. The £399 figure for the range means you are paying for a known brand with installation and parts behind it, not the cheapest ticket in the room. Warranty tells a better story: at position 3 of 30 brands, Bosch ranks near the top of the brands compared, so the 2 years cover is a genuine point of difference rather than a baseline. The overall score on our pages is 9, with the cost part at 8.4, the offer part at 9 and the trust part at 10, and we list 3 alternatives to weigh against it. Read the two together and the picture is a brand that asks more at entry and gives more back on cover and support.

The company behind it

Bosch is a long established manufacturer, founded in 1886, and the UK operation trades as BSH Home Appliances Ltd. The group is headquartered in Germany, which shapes how its product lines are organised across the markets it serves: GB, DE and FR. For buyers, the practical point is the support route, which here runs through a help centre. That suits anyone who is comfortable searching documentation and arranging a visit rather than picking up the phone for advice, and it is worth pairing with the spare parts shop, which keeps older machines serviable well past the 2 years cover. The long founding date and the named legal entity matter more than they might elsewhere, because a big appliance is a long commitment and you want a company that will still be shipping parts for it.

How Bosch compares

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Bosch washing machine cost?+

The range starts at £399, and the reference machines listed include WGE03408GB, WAN28255GB, WGG24400GB. On our data that entry price places Bosch at position 28 of 32 brands, so budget for a mid to upper purchase rather than the cheapest machine on the market. Installation is offered, which may add to the first outlay.

What warranty comes with Bosch appliances?+

Cover runs for 2 years. On our warranty comparison Bosch ranks at position 3 of 30 brands, which puts it close to the top of the field. That long cover is one of the stronger reasons to pay above the entry price, especially for a machine expected to run for years.

What types of appliance does Bosch make?+

The main appliance range covers washing-machine, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, oven and hob, so a full kitchen and laundry can be fitted from one brand. On the coffee side, the range lists espresso, bean-to-cup, pod, drip and grinder formats. Small appliances such as air fryers are sold alongside.

Do Bosch coffee machines use pods?+

The pod system on this range is none, so you will need loose coffee rather than capsules. Format choice is broad, though: espresso, bean to cup and pod are all listed, and some models have a built-in grinder, with auto frother for milk drinks. If you prefer capsule convenience, a pod focused brand suits you better.

What are the Bosch robot vacuums able to do?+

The cleaning robot in the range delivers 11,000 Pa of suction and comes with a self empty dock, so the bin empties itself. Mopping is handled by a spinning mop, and navigation uses lidar alongside camera AI. That is a capable feature set for a robot in a busy home.

Where does Bosch sell and which company stands behind it?+

Bosch serves GB, DE and FR, and the UK store trades as BSH Home Appliances Ltd. The group was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Germany. A business of that age is a plus when you are buying a large appliance, because parts and repairs tend to outlive any support promise.

How do I get help with a Bosch appliance?+

Support runs through a help centre, which suits readers who prefer searching documentation themselves. A spare parts shop is available, so replacement components can be ordered to keep an older machine running. If you would rather speak to someone by phone or chat, a brand with more support channels may serve you better.

Can Bosch appliances be installed for me?+

Installation is offered, which is useful if you are swapping a fitted washer, dryer or dishwasher rather than moving a freestanding unit into place. Combine that with 2 years of cover and you have both the fitting and the aftercare in one arrangement. Ask about installer availability in your area before ordering.

Sources

Compiled from 15 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.

Bosch

Households fitting out a kitchen or laundry room who want installation and long cover included.

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