Main Features | |
Type | Free Standing |
Type | Free Standing |
Loading | Front Loading |
Loading | Front Loading |
Spin Speed | 1200 |
Spin Speed | 1200 |
written by Floydes77 on 24/02/2019
Great washing machine at a cheap price, had bushes on one occasion but other than that it never missed a beat. Only had 20 years use out of it.
written by Maryirish on 27/06/2015
I bought my machine in 2010, and I cant find any fault with it, just finished a wash, so thought I should do a review, I would complain if there was something to complain about, so I feel obliged to do a review and praise it. Everything about this machine is good, as far as I am concerned. Hope it lasts for many more years, but if it broke down tomorrow I would go out and buy the same one.
written by Dorannie on 29/12/2014
I have no problems with the actual washing done by this machine. The clothing is always clean and well laundered. My main complaint is with the creased state of the wash on completion. No matter what spin I use or how little I put in the drum, even the slowest spin causes the clothing to come out very creased. I've never before had this problem with a washing machine and would have expected better from Bosch.
written by dugidee on 20/12/2014
Bought from the coop, lasted just over 3 years and that was it! Expected better from a bosch, but it seems that they are now no different to any other machine. It had normal light usage, two to three times a week and never overloaded, but the drum bearings went. Unlike my old Zanussi, where the bearings could be replaced, with this bosch the bearings are sealed into the drum, so it is a VERY expensive drum replacement. Complained to the Bosch service centre, but got a 'that's life' response. They don't appear to understand the terms 'of merchandisable quality' or 'fit for purpose'. Should have taken it further, but can't be bothered with all of that hassle, so went out and bought another Zanussi. BOSCH - NOT IMPRESSED!
written by on 26/01/2014
I have had my machine for about 6-12 months and all of the fabrics I wash come out perfect. Even woollen items are washed beautifully. You must use decent washing powders and products. And use the correct wash cycles for the fabrics washed. I use the hottest longest cycle most of the time. I have beautiful cloths and accessories. No complaints from me, and no I haven't received money to say this. I would be the first to complain, but I don't have to with this machine.
written by on 27/04/2013
My main complaint about this washing machine is that it washes badly. It has damaged a lot of my clothes (has literally produced holes in them) and has given a bobbled and worn look to many softer items, even when washed on a delicates cycle. The filter is almost non-existent and very badly designed. When you open the filter to clean it there is nowhere for the water to drain into because the filter is too close to the ground level. My clothes do not come out of the machine looking clean, particularly white towels. I long for my previous machine, a Zanussi, which was world's apart in performance and design and worked beautifully for over 15 years.
Written on: 07/08/2013
I agree totally
Bought this machine recently and it does NOT rinse the clothes properly
Thye dry hard and are full of soap
I have ahd to wash towels particularly again with no soap obviously to try and get the soap washed out of them
I also had a Zanussi for 10years and never had a problem
The Bosch is going back
written by Lingfield on 06/03/2013
The drum, motor etc. seem well engineered, but after about 2 years I have to really slam the door shut to make contact to start the washing cycle. Also the compartment for the softener does not empty, we live in a hard water area and cannot soften our wash. After contacting Bosch and being given dubious advice about doing 3 hot washes, adding Milton etc the problems remain. I got a call from Bosch customer services, other than an engineers visit for £80+ they were not interested in my complaint. I paid a premium to buy a Bosch. It's back to Hotpoint now, at least if it does not last long I will have paid less !!
written by on 01/03/2013
bought ours in 2004. does the job very well. no problems at all so far - very reliable. used mainly on easycare 40 program. used every day. faster than previous machines. positioned in utility room so any noise we dont notice. door sometimes doesnt close easily.
written by on 03/06/2012
was very excited to get this home after wanting to change my washing machine for 5 years, didn't realise it was going to be the beginning of a series of nightmares. first wash, the noise the machine made was unbearable, i wouldn't say i live in a small house and i can clearly hear it from every single corner of my house the high pitch squeaking noise while spinning. ofcourse i understand they will make a noise when they spin dry, but this was just way too loud, and i was only using 800rpm out of the 1200rpm the machine was made for. had bosch technitian over twice and they simply said 'that's normal'. after two months of back and forth struggle with the company i returned it at last, and through the communication with the technitian he said all classixx model is rather loud. also had a problem where water were kept in the softener department after wash, the experience was horrible. one good thing tho, the clothes were rather clean, better than top loader. but please reconsider if you are looking for something quiet.
written by on 07/03/2011
The dispense draw in baddly designed,gets easily mould in very deep holes, also does not let ALL rinseaid trough . Boch tradename has been bought by Chinese, not a German make any more.
The screw lid to clean the outlet difficult to open and perished in few years.
Working OK after 4 - 5 years, pity that simple chinese design faults let it down.
written by on 19/11/2010
Simple to use....owned for more than 6 years now and normally does 6/7 loads a week....never faultered or broken down once, and is exceptionally quiet on spin...AWESOME!
written by on 17/11/2010
Bearings gave out after 4 years. Not good enough.
written by on 23/08/2010
I think that most of the reviewers of this washing machine are idiots. READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL!!! You can turn of the beep at the end of the programme and you can turn off the button tones, or you can alter the volume of them both. There is also an estimated washing time for all the cycles and a very good guide on how to efficiently use this machine. YOU ARE ALL VERY STUPID :)
Written on: 05/04/2011
Firstly I would like to say how intelligent this person is for telling me the instructions I need are in the manual. WRONG. {see we can all write in capital letters, doesn't make us appear anymore intelligent though does it} Do not write feedback on forums if you are not going to be helpful.
Written on: 06/06/2011
Why not be more helpful and explain how to turn the beep off?
We are all as you say are "stupid" until we learn how to do something.
written by on 25/11/2009
Seems to wash well enough but this machine is sooo annoying. The beeping at the end of the cycle pierces the walls. Just when you think it has stopped, the beeping starts up again.
The features are scarce - i miss the delay function from my old indesit and the ability to do a half load.
written by on 02/10/2009
Machine was great apart from annoying beeping when cycle is finished.
But the bearings have gone after just two years three months. It looks like being a very expensive repair.
I did buy the Bosch as previous hotpoint, indesit, etc., machines hadn't lasted very long so thought the Bosch was worth paying nearly twice as much for, but apparently not!
Very disappointing.
written by on 25/07/2009
The washing machine stank as soon as it was used. Certain fabrics look old and bobbly after washing. There was no service and support from Bosch in fact they were very rude and unhelpful. The Classixx washing was a complete waste of money.
written by andrewflint on 13/04/2009
Think that this Bosch Classixx 1200 is rubbish. Uses too little water, woolens go all bobbly. There is no indication of which point it has reached in the cycle or how long it s going to take. Water supply to the soap container seems to constantly get blocked. Colours seem to fade very quickly (although this could be down to the brand of washing liquid) Seems to break down a lot. Never buying Bosch again.
written by guest 2 on 06/05/2008
Having had a Zanussi for 20 years before this Bosch Classixx 1200 I was amazed to find that technology seems to have actually regressed and this washer is less effective and harder to use.
written by on 10/01/2008
This machine is the most reliable machine I have ever had beats Zanussi and Hotpoint etc hands down
written by MGB on 16/07/2007
Bosch very unhelpful as is the retailer who sold me the machine. The shop won't do anything unless Bosch authorise them to collect the machine and give me a refund or exchange and Bosch won't do so. Dispute has been ongoing now for more than six months. What really annoys me is that if this were a smaller product like a hairdryer or a toaster, I could have returned it to the store and there would have been no problem with exchanging it or refunding the cost due to the goods being defective but as a purchaser of a larger and more expensive item, it seems there is nothing I can do but wait...............
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Written on: 06/07/2013
I also found the exact same problem with this machine. Could I ask what detergent you use, wondering if we use the same and could be something to do with that? I hate looking at all my ruined clothes!