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what it the best bosch washing machine to get for a family.one that has a good size drum and is reliable?

Hi,  Thanks for the question.  As with anything, budget is key to choosing a new machine, but  Bosch is a very good place to start.  Obviously depending on what you’ve GOT, will determine what you need.  Our best selling machine at present is the WAE24366. This has a 6kg drum and a 1200rpm spin speed.  Being Bosch you get the 2 year warranty,  and the best aftermarket care in the industry.  This retails for £399.99 including dleivery, installation and disposal of your old machine and is a very good “bread and butter” washing machine.

If you want a larger capacity,  and for arguments sake a faster spin speed,  then the WAS28460gb is worth considering.  This time you get 8kg of capacity (thats 17.5 lbs!) and a 1400rpm spin speed.  The machine has a more complex control panel,  allowing much more specific laudry choices. There are sports, dark and sensitive washes to name a few,  all designed for that sports fan, fussy Emo or allergy sufferer.  Obviously this comes at a premium,  and the WAS28460 comes in at £599 all in, again with a 2 year warranty.

At this price level however you can consider some other brands.  Most notably Panasonic or Siemens.  With both of these brands you can get a similar basic Specification, but with a long Warranty.  My preffered alternative at the moment is the Panasonic NA-148 as reviewed HERE.  Great size, price and spec. and a long warranty.

Otherwise the Siemens WM14P360 is a great alternative. (this is a review of the previous model)  Currently priced at £599,  you get 8kg and 1400rpm,  without the frills of the Bosch,  but with a 5 year parts and labour warranty.  Peice of mind vs. wash sophistication is the choice to be made here.

Like I say,  consider the Panasonic, or the entry Level Bosch,  either way you’ll be getting a great quality machine with a specification or warranty to suit your needs.

Hope that helps

Mook