Bosch freestanding washer dryers wash and dry in one standard-sized machine, which helps when there is no space for a separate tumble dryer. The range covers Bosch's Series 4, Series 6 and Series 8 lines. Every model has a top spin speed of 1400 rpm, and all come in white, with graphite also offered in Series 6 and Series 8.

Capacity is the main difference. The Series 4 machine washes up to 9 kg and dries up to 5 kg. The Series 6 and Series 8 machines take 10.5 kg of washing and 6 kg of drying, which suits larger households and bulky items such as bedding. As with any washer dryer, the drying load is smaller than the washing load, so after a full wash you will usually need to dry the clothes in two batches. Drying also uses more energy than washing, which is why each machine's energy rating for washing and drying together is lower than its washing-only rating. The 10.5 kg models are rated D for washing and drying, and the Series 4 is rated E.

If you wash a lot, start with Series 6 or Series 8 and pick white or graphite to suit your kitchen or utility room. For smaller loads, the 9 kg Series 4 is a good place to start. If you'd rather have a machine hidden behind a cabinet door, see Bosch built-in washer dryers. You can also compare every option in Bosch washer dryers or browse all Bosch products.