Bosch Series 8 WQB246C9GB 9kg Heat Pump Dryer - White vs 8kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White — Comparison
The Bosch WTH85226GB 8kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White costs £500 less. Key differences: Annual Energy Consumption: 174 vs 216; Condenser Efficiency Grade: A vs B; Dryer Temperatures: 14 vs 2; Energy Efficiency Class: A+++ vs A++.
What reviewers say
Bosch WTH85226GB
Based on 401 verified buyer reviews
- Dries well, with towels soft and shirts ready to hang without ironing
- Quiet running and efficient enough for everyday use
- Reliable build and easy to use with a good range of programmes
- Heat pump drying is about as quick as a traditional dryer for many
- Programme options can be a little confusing to use
- Initial run-time display is overstated until the cycle settles
Sources: AO, bosch-home.co.uk, Currys, sonicdirect.co.uk
| Specification | Bosch Series WQB246C9GB | Bosch WTH85226GB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £499 |
| Brand | Bosch | Bosch |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 174 | 216 |
| Colour Of Unit | White | White |
| Condenser Efficiency Grade | A | B |
| Dryer Temperatures | 14 | 2 |
| Drying Capacity | 9kg | — |
| Energy Efficiency Class | A+++ | A++ |
| Energy Rating | A+++ | A++ |
| Filter Full Indicator | Yes | No |
| Final Cool Cycle | No | No |
| Full Load Cycle Time in mins | 176 | 159 |
| Guarantee | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Half Load Cycle Time in mins | 121 | 125 |
| Half load option | No | No |
| Heat Pump | Yes | Yes |
| Loading Type | Front | Front |
| Noise Level | 58 | 63 |
| Sensor Drying | No | Yes |
| Smart Dryer | Yes | No |
| Timer delay | Yes | Yes |
| Time remaining indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Tumble Dryer Type | Heat Pump | Heat Pump |
| Vent Hose Included | No | No |
| Venting Position | Front | Front |
| Energy Full Load | — | 1.74 |
| Energy Half Load | — | 1.02 |
| Max Time on Timer in mins | — | - |
| Dimensions & Physical | ||
| Load Capacity in kg | 9 | 8 |
| Number of programmes | 12 | 15 |
| Weight in kg | 55.2 | 48.2 |
| Depth in mm | 613 | 613 |
| Height in mm | 842 | 842 |
| Width in mm | 598 | 598 |