Bosch WGB256A1GB Series 8 i-Dos
Washing Machine
(Discontinued)

Best energy class: A.

By using energy-saving home appliances, you save valuable resources. That's why you should consider low energy and water consumption values when you purchase a home appliance. The energy label, specifies the efficiency class, noise level, capacity, energy and water consumption of the relevant appliance. The new efficiency class is now rated from A to G for washing machines. Thanks to our high efficiency energy saving system, the Bosch washing machine range includes models that achieve the best energy class A without compromising on results.

The perfect clean, up to 65% faster*.

When time is of the essence, washing machines with Speed Perfect can cut washing time by up to 65%, without compromising your results. Speed Perfect can be used in combination with most programmes, and with all load sizes and fabric types. For example, you can select the mixed programme along with Speed Perfect to thoroughly wash up to four kilograms of clothes in just 46 minutes.

Stop dosing, start saving.

It is now even easier to save on both water and detergent, by skipping manual dosing. i-DOS with Detergent Scan automatically ensures your washer uses just the right amount of detergent and softener. And with Detergent Scan, you can use your Home Connect app to scan your detergent and softnener bottles to automatically get optimal washer settings based on dosage and water hardness data, giving you perfect results with less resources.

Reduces wrinkles and your ironing pile

How to get wrinkle-free clothes with minimum effort? Iron Assist gently steams freshly washed and dried items in just 20 minutes. It can also reduce wrinkles on a previously worn item of clothing. Just place items in the machine and let Iron Assist do the rest. It reduces wrinkles up to 50% and therefore your ironing pile.

Wash single items and small loads quickly and efficiently.

Use the Mini load option to wash single items, newly bought clothes or very small loads. Your washing-machine adjusts to treat your laundry quickly, carefully and efficiently.

Smart appliances make life easier.

The future has arrived and it's knocking on your front door. Home Connect brings smart technology to your appliances and lets you control them with your phone or tablet.

The right programme every time.

Selecting the right programme can be confusing, and getting it wrong could lead to less than perfect results. The Home Connect mobile app with Easy Start removes the guesswork. Just enter the type of laundry and degree of soiling into the app, and it will tell you the right programme - for any wash, every time.

Take care of the laundry remotely.

No one enjoys doing the laundry - especially when you're in a hurry and have to wait for it to finish. Bosch washing machines with the Home Connect app give you complete control over your laundry. Simply use your mobile device to conveniently control and monitor your machine remotely. With access to your washing machine on the go, you can run your home the way you want to, even if you aren't there.

Your washing machine keeps you in the loop.

Waiting around for your laundry to finish can waste time - especially if you have a busy schedule. Home Connect puts your mind at ease and helps you be more productive with your time. It can send push notifications from your appliance directly to your mobile device, conveniently letting you know the current programme status, as well as other useful information. Multitasking in and out of the home just got a little easier.

Stop dosing, start saving.

Get maximum efficiency for your wash, with the i-DOS automatic dosing system. Just fill up the detergent and softener compartments once, and i-DOS sensors will dispense the precise amount of detergent and water needed for each load, wash after wash. So it saves detergent, and prevents unnecessary rinsing.