Bosch WAU28S80GB review
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- Freestanding
- White
- Medium capacity
The Bosch WAU28S80GB is a middle-of-the range, freestanding washing machine with an 8kg capacity and a few extra features that may have caught your eye. The automatic detergent dispensing i-DOS system means you can say adios to working out how much detergent you need for each wash. You just pour in a whole bottle and the machine works out how much to use for each wash. Read our full review to find out if it’s impressive enough to be a Best Buy.
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- What is it?
- What’s it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything I should know?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
May 2020
Technical specifications
General
- TypeFreestanding
- ColourWhite
- Number of programs15
- Wash temperaturesCold-20-30-40-60-90
- Length of guarantee (years)2
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