Description
Bosch Series 6 Freestanding Front-Loading Washing Machine, 9 kg, max. 1400 rpm
A 9 kg Series 6 washing machine rated A for energy, with SpeedPerfect to cut cycle times by up to 65% and AntiStain tackling four common marks.
The WGG244ZCGB is Bosch's freestanding Series 6 washing machine in cast iron grey, holding up to 9 kg of laundry and spinning at up to 1400 rpm. It suits families and sharers who put on several loads a week and want an A-rated machine that keeps running costs in check.
Its eco 40-60 programme uses 49 kWh per 100 cycles and 50 litres of water per cycle, running for 3 hours 48 minutes at full load. When you need laundry sooner, SpeedPerfect shortens most programmes by up to 65%, and Super Quick 15/30 handles a small refresh load in half an hour.
Ideal For
Nine kilograms covers bedding, towels and a week of school uniforms in one go, while the 65 litre VarioDrum moves laundry gently enough for delicates and wool hand wash.
At 84.5 by 59.8 cm it slides under a standard worktop, and the AntiVibration sidewall design keeps it steady through a 1400 rpm spin on uneven floors.
AntiStain adjusts temperature, drum movement and soaking time for four common stains at the touch of a button, which helps with sport kits, garden clothes and spilled dinners.
Key Features
Rated at 9.0 kg for the eco 40-60 programme at full load, with a usable range from 1 kg upwards for smaller mid-week washes.
The A energy rating comes with a weighted consumption of 49 kWh per 100 eco 40-60 cycles and 50 litres of water per cycle.
Spin speed is variable from 0 to 1400 rpm with a B spin drying efficiency class, so you choose between gentler handling and drier laundry.
Automatic load detection sets the water level to the size and type of the load, so a half-empty drum does not draw a full wash worth of water.
Press the button mid-cycle to open the door and add a stray sock or shirt, then carry on with the wash where it left off.
A brushless motor drives the drum with less friction and noise, measured at 51 dB(A) while washing and 71 dB(A) during the spin.
What the A rating buys you
Energy labels for washing machines run from A to G, and this Series 6 sits at the top. Bosch measures 49 kWh per 100 cycles of the eco 40-60 programme, along with 50 litres of water per cycle. The trade-off is time: the eco programme runs for 3 hours 48 minutes at full load, because lower temperatures and longer soaking do the work that heat would otherwise do.
Programmes for real laundry piles
Alongside cottons, easy-care, delicates and wool hand wash, there is a set of programmes aimed at specific jobs: Jeans for dark colours, SportsWear, Mixed Load, Hygiene Plus, Single Rinse, Drain and Spin, and Super Quick 15/30. Iron Assist is a steam programme that works on dry clothes to soften creases, and Drum Clean reminds you when the drum itself needs a maintenance wash.
Living with it day to day
The 32 cm porthole opens to 165 degrees, which makes loading a full basket straightforward and unloading easier still, helped by an interior drum light. A large LED display shows programme status, selected spin speed, remaining time and a load recommendation, with delay end times up to 24 hours. There is a child lock, a foam detection system and multiple water protection, and the easy-clean dispenser has its own divider for liquid detergent. Depth is 59 cm, or 63.6 cm including the door.
How It Compares
| Kitchen Need | Bosch Technology | Practical Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly family wash | 9 kg rated capacity | Bedding, towels and uniforms go in together, so a week of laundry takes fewer separate loads. |
| Running costs | A energy rating | 49 kWh per 100 eco cycles and 50 litres of water per cycle keep consumption low. |
| Weeknight turnaround | SpeedPerfect option | Cuts most programme times by up to 65 per cent, so a load can be washed and hung the same evening. |
| Muddy sports kit | AntiStain programme | Adjusts temperature, drum movement and soaking time to deal with four of the most common household stains. |
| Small mid-week loads | ActiveWater Plus | Automatic load detection matches the water level to what is actually in the drum rather than filling regardless. |
| Flat above neighbours | AntiVibration sidewall design | Extra bracing and insulation steady the cabinet through a 1400 rpm spin and keep spin noise at 71 dB(A). |
Specifications
| Brand | Bosch |
| Model | WGG244ZCGB |
| Product Type | Freestanding Washing Machine |
| Series | Series 6 |
| Load Capacity | 9.0 kg (eco 40-60 at full load); 1 - 9 kg usable range |
| Energy Rating | A |
| Energy Consumption | 49 kWh per 100 eco 40-60 cycles |
| Water Consumption | 50 litres per eco 40-60 cycle |
| Programme Duration | 3:48 h (eco 40-60 at rated capacity) |
| Maximum Spin Speed | 1400 rpm (variable 0 - 1400 rpm); spin drying efficiency class B |
| Noise Level | 51 dB(A) washing; 71 dB(A) spinning - noise class A |
| Standard Programmes | Cottons (cold - 90 °C), Easy-care (cold - 60 °C), Delicates, Wool hand wash |
| Special Programmes | Iron Assist steam, Drum Clean with reminder, Jeans, Drain/Spin, Mixed Load, SportsWear, Single Rinse, Super Quick 15/30, Hygiene Plus |
| Key Options | SpeedPerfect, AntiStain (4 stain options), Reduced Ironing, Ready In (24 h delay), Prewash, Temperature selection, Spin reduction, Aqua Plus/Rinse Hold |
| Motor | EcoSilence Drive brushless motor with 10 year parts warranty |
| Drum | VarioDrum, 65 litre volume, interior light, 32 cm porthole with 165° door opening |
| Water Management | ActiveWater Plus automatic load detection; multiple water protection; foam detection |
| Display | Large LED display with programme status, spin speed, remaining time and load recommendation |
| Other Features | Reload function, child lock, AntiVibration sidewall design, easy-clean detergent dispenser with liquid divider, usage meter |
| Connectivity | No Home Connect |
| Installation | Free-standing, slide-under capable; stackable |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 84.5 x 59.8 x 59.0 cm (63.6 cm deep including door; 107.3 cm with the door open) |
| Weight | 72.5 kg |
| Warranty | 2 Year Warranty |
The Verdict
Strengths
- A energy rating, the top class on the current label
- 9 kg drum with a 65 litre VarioDrum
- SpeedPerfect cuts programme times by up to 65 per cent
- AntiStain handles four common stains automatically
- Reload function lets you add items mid-cycle
- Brushless EcoSilence Drive motor for quieter running
- Slides under a standard worktop and stacks with a dryer
Considerations
- No Home Connect on this model, so there is no app control, remote start or phone monitoring of the wash.
- The eco 40-60 programme takes 3 hours 48 minutes at full load, so the lowest running cost is also the slowest wash.
- Spin noise is 71 dB(A) and the machine weighs 72.5 kg, so plan for a solid floor and a second pair of hands.
What's in the Box
- Washing machine x1
- Inlet and drain hoses x1
- Installation/user manual x1
