Bosch 9kg Heat Pump Dryer - White vs Series 4 8kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White — Comparison
The Bosch WTH85225GB Series 4 8kg Heat Pump Tumble Dryer - White costs £70 less. Key differences: Annual Energy Consumption: 193 vs 235; Condenser Efficiency Grade: A+++ vs B; Dryer Temperatures: 2 vs 1; Energy Efficiency Class: A+++ vs A++.
What reviewers say
Bosch WQG24502GB
Based on 94 verified buyer reviews
- Quiet running with efficient, low-cost operation
- Large drum and a good range of programmes
- Sensor drying works well on most loads
- Easy to use with a clear control panel
- Drying takes a long time and can leave clothes damp
- No automatic shutdown when the cycle finishes
- A little noisier than some buyers expected
Sources: bosch-home.co.uk
Bosch WTH85225GB
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 WQG24502GB | Bosch WTH85225GB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £629 |
| Brand | Bosch | Bosch |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 193 | 235 |
| Colour Of Unit | White | White |
| Condenser Efficiency Grade | A+++ | B |
| Dryer Temperatures | 2 | 1 |
| Energy Efficiency Class | A+++ | A++ |
| Energy Full Load | 1.60 | 1.87 |
| Energy Half Load | 0.89 | 1.14 |
| Energy Rating | A+++ | A++ |
| Filter Full Indicator | No | Yes |
| Final Cool Cycle | No | Yes |
| Full Load Cycle Time in mins | 155 | 205 |
| Half Load Cycle Time in mins | 195 | 130 |
| Half load option | No | No |
| Heat Pump | Yes | Yes |
| Loading Type | Front | Front |
| Max Time on Timer in mins | - | 205 |
| Noise Level | 61 | 65dB Noise Rating |
| Sensor Drying | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Dryer | No | 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 | N/A |
| Guarantee | 2 Years | 5 Years |
| Drying Capacity | — | 8kg |
| Dimensions & Physical | ||
| Number of programmes | 14 | 15 |
| Load Capacity in kg | 9 | 8 |
| Height in mm | 842 | 842 |
| Width in mm | 598 | 598 |
| Depth in mm | 613 | 613 |
| Weight in kg | 54.4 | 48.6 |