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[Solved] Best Automatic Washing Machine: LG F2J7TY1W vs BOSCH WAN2826FPL for Family of 4 (60-80cm Depth)

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Which automatic washing machine should I choose for a family of four: LG F2J7TY1W or Bosch WAN2826FPL, if I care about washing/rinsing quality, replaceable bearings, and preferably a beltless motor?

If you want a beltless machine, the LG is the better fit; the Bosch WAN2826FPL was described as having a classic belt drive, while the LG uses a direct-drive, beltless motor [#17520720] Bosch does have a 10-year motor warranty after registration, but that warranty applies to the motor itself and not to the controller/electronics [#17521360][#17521420] The forum did not find a clear technical winner on washing quality for these two models, and one reply said both models from the first post are still reasonable choices as long as they fit your budget and preferences [#17526991] LG models in this family were also said to be very similar internally, so information about the F2J6TY1W can largely be applied to the F2J7TY1W [#17520720]
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  • #1 17520544
    Scorpion_1982
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    Hello all.

    The washing machine that I use with my wife in the bathroom refused to obey and I am looking for a new one.
    The old one was 60 cm wide and 60 cm deep, preferably 60 cm wide, or possibly a little more.
    The depth can be 60 - 80 cm, the height is irrelevant.

    I found two copies:
    1. LG F2J7TY1W (This one is a bit more expensive, has an induction motor and is beltless, replaceable bearings - apparently)
    2. BOSCH WAN2826FPL (a bit cheaper, replaceable bearings, with the motor, I do not know what it is used and whether with or without a belt)
    .
    Both have interchangeable bearings, LG has a beltless induction motor, in the case of Bosch I don't know.
    Please write me which one to be interested in or maybe choose something completely different.
    The price may be a little over two thousand, but not too much.
    A family of 4, 2 small children.
    I care about:
    - she washed clothes well, my current one washes poorly, and I won't mention rinsing - massacre (Old, well-worn model of Mastercook PF-113) - no longer suitable for the right one, I would not even try, I regretted buying this scrap ...
    - good quality rinse - I had to rinse the old one twice because the powder was on the clothes.
    - the possibility of replacing the bearings
    - engine with no emergency - here for sure LG's plus, but maybe Bosch also has good engines, I count on your knowledge.
    - It's nice if it was without a belt, but it is not my priority.

    I am asking you, dear ones, for a recommendation which will be better or possibly something else proven ..
    LG seems to be ok the most, but there is practically nothing to find on the web. there is a lot about LG F2J6TY1W - but it is much smaller and I do not have nfc in phones, so no useful for me ..

    Thank you very much..
    Greetings.
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  • #3 17520720
    PanAGD
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    Borutka wrote:
    2. BOSCH WAN2826FPL (a bit cheaper, replaceable bearings, with the motor, I do not know what it is used and whether with or without a belt)

    Bosch has an induction motor, so it works very quietly too. Both BSH and LG provide a 10-year warranty for the engines.
    Scorpion_1982 wrote:
    It's nice if it was stripless, but that's not my priority.

    Only LG then. Bosch has a classic strap.
    Scorpion_1982 wrote:
    I think LG is ok the most, but there is practically nothing to find on the web. there is a lot about the LG F2J6TY1W

    In general, LG washing machines are very similar in design, no matter what model. So what you find on the web about the F2J6TY1W model, you can also pull up the F2J7TY1W model. And if you are focused on LGka, buy and enjoy the right choice ;)
  • #4 17521036
    Scorpion_1982
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    Colleagues, I don't want to pay for a stamp.
    I want to buy a device so that it will last for a few years.
    Yes, I know, there is a warranty and two years you can rock them and then pay 70% of a new device to repair or buy a second one.

    I do not expect the device to be 10 years old, because such devices are not produced anymore.

    What would you recommend, yet proven?

    About this LG will find a few comments on the network, good opinions.

    In this proposed Bosch produced in Poland, someone wrote that after using it for 3.5 years, the Inverter motor and the price of PLN 700 fell.
    It is known that there is no rule and no one will predict.
    I know that there are many specialists in various fields and knowledgeable on the forum.

    Will you recommend something else proven ??
    thank you
  • #5 17521360
    PanAGD
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    Scorpion_1982 wrote:
    In this proposed Bosch produced in Poland, someone wrote that after using 3.5 years, the Inverter motor and the price of PLN 700 fell.

    Therefore, after purchase, you need to register on the Bosch website, and you have a 10-year warranty on the engine.
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  • #6 17521420
    gorion
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    PanAGD wrote:
    and there is a 10-year warranty on the motor.

    Exactly as you write, there is a motor warranty :-) This comment shows that its control has fallen, which is probably not covered by such an extended warranty (similarly in other brands).
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    jerry1960
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    Certainly do not buy a Polar, Whirlpool, they offer a guarantee and then they will not recognize it.
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    Scorpion_1982
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    It will be for sure as colleagues write.
    There is nothing to fall in such an engine.
    Electronics and a belt are raining.
    BOSCH sisters landed twice under the warranty and a month after the warranty, the service was still arranged, they replaced the belt and yet the washing machine did not spin, it had to be tilted forward.
    Post-warranty service came the same guy repair price 80% of the value of the new washing machine control board.

    I have mixed feelings for Mercedes because they make a hole in the pocket.

    I was looking at various Samsung ointments, but the disease knows how it will work.
    The TV is almost 6 years old and there were no repairs and I did not have a washing machine from their company.

    Gentlemen, what else would you recommend because so far it seems to me that the LG that I gave in this money will be good but it will come out only after two years.
  • #9 17521839
    anet870
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    Personally, I had a case in the bosch as above. The engine controller fell and was unavailable in Poland.
    I was tempted again with Bosch and regretted it because it turned out to be a product far different from the previous one, rust, freezing of the program, etc. I am currently using the Amica washing machine for the fourth year and it is great.
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    vodiczka
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    anet870 wrote:
    I am currently using the Amica washing machine for the fourth year and it is great.
    My Amica is 12 years and 2 months old, but it is slowly coming to an end, on the way I have replaced the bearings myself. What model do you have?
    bialy20 wrote:
    MIELE ... Foreseeable operation 20 years.
    Predictable or Predicted?
    In my opinion, "predictable" means that 95% of washing machines will live 20 years without failures. "Predicted" that only 50%.

    With a 20-year warranty, I would pay 50% more :)
  • #12 17526914
    Scorpion_1982
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    Many Bosch models are produced in Poland, and yet parts can be a problem.

    And what about Samsung washing machines, I know that another stamp.
    Of the two, I already have 10 washing machines on the list and I don't know anymore :)
  • #13 17526974
    gorion
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    A simple matter - if you are ready to service, check the model on the north: availability and prices. And just do not fall off the chair when you see how much Samsung charges on average for its electronics (programmer, separate motor control module, etc.) ;-)
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  • #14 17526991
    PanAGD
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    Scorpion_1982 wrote:
    Of the two, I already have 10 washing machines on the list and I don't know anymore

    Relax, it's just a washing machine, not a lifetime choice ;) take what you like, has good parameters and is within budget. Time will show the rest. In my opinion, models from 1 post are still useful types.
  • #15 17527388
    Scorpion_1982
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    My friend LG from the first post is now gone.
    Two weeks ago, when I checked, there was a lot of it and now there is nowhere, except for AGdHome, which has more negatives than positives.
    I checked the disease some time ago, even MediaMarkt had and now this model is nowhere to be found.
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    anet870
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    vodiczka wrote:
    anet870 wrote:
    I am currently using the Amica washing machine for the fourth year and it is great.
    My Amica is 12 years and 2 months old, but it is slowly coming to an end, on the way I have replaced the bearings myself. What model do you have?

    Amica AWG7102CD. I don't remember exactly, but the price was very decent, definitely cheaper than Bosch.
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    vodiczka
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    bialy20 wrote:
    Oh, my Miele weighs 100 kg with a 5 kg cartridge
    This is something to be proud of?
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    yanes
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    Not to be proud of, but to something completely different.
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    vodiczka
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    For industrial purposes, no ;) but my first Polar (pi x eye = 75 kg) withstood 18 years without being overweight. :)
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    bombelm7
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    Or maybe Samsung? Who is replacing the bearings in the washing machine today. Besides, how often do they break? These are not the times when we replace bearings and the washing machine goes on. Today, either the programmer worth 3/4 of the washing machine knocks or the drum collar breaks off. To plow the engine, I do not know if it is possible. I have Samsung myself. I paid PLN 1500. There are 3 of us and it walks on average every 2.3 days. It washes very nicely. Banal service. Warranty 5 years after extension on the site. I have been with me for 3 years. Without comments. Personally, I would avoid Bosch.
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    vodiczka
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    bialy20 wrote:
    The weight shows the materials used in its construction.
    Or about the profligacy of the accountant, but if the client will pay, why not?
    You have an expensive washing machine, but in terms of kg, the price is comparable to others.
    Maybe I am not demanding and I do not count every kWh and every m3 of water, but in the washing I do not see the significant differences you mention.
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    Borutka
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    For example, acoustic insulation and an extensive suspension system of the tank. These elements increase the weight of the Bosch WAW by approx. 10 kg.
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    vodiczka
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    bialy20 wrote:
    I don't know what the weight of the washing machine is for my colleague ...
    Nothing to disturb you, but excessive weight is not an asset. This friend wrote:
    bialy20 wrote:
    Oh, my Miele weighs 100 kg with a 5 kg cartridge.
    I don't know if it was supposed to be technical information (probably not the most important?) Or a reason to be proud.
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    vodiczka
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    bialy20 wrote:
    As you can see, quite unnecessary for you. You just don't know much about laundry and washing machines
    Maybe I do not know myself, so I still do not understand why you put information about the weight of the washing machine and not, for example, about the consumption of water and electricity. Did Skorpion_1982 ask about the mass of washing machines? You jumped out like Philip from hemp and your crowning argument regarding the weight of the washing machine is:
    bialy20 wrote:
    Why redundant? Are you relocating the washing machine or what? I brought it, I put it and it stands. In the same place

    It is not difficult to make a heavy washing machine so that it does not run on the floor. The trick is to make the laundry lighter so that it will also stand in the same place without replacing the shock absorbers every few years.
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Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around selecting the best automatic washing machine for a family of four, focusing on two models: LG F2J7TY1W and BOSCH WAN2826FPL. Users compare features such as motor types, warranty options, and reliability. The LG model is noted for its beltless induction motor and positive reviews, while the Bosch model is recognized for its replaceable bearings but has mixed feedback regarding durability. Concerns about service and parts availability for both brands are raised, with some users recommending alternatives like Amica and Miele for their longevity. Ultimately, the author decided on the LG F2J6TY1W model after considering user experiences and warranty options.
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TL;DR: For a family of four, an 8 kg, 60 cm-wide front-loader using ≤48 L per cycle can save ~2 000 L yearly [EU Ecodesign, 2022]; "Bosch has replaceable bearings" [Elektroda, Kenworth 18, post #17535903] LG’s direct-drive motor carries a 10-year warranty.

Why it matters: Choosing the right washer cuts costs, noise and repair headaches over 5-10 years.

Quick Facts

  • LG F2J6TY1W: 8 kg load, 54 dB wash / 74 dB spin, direct-drive motor [LG Specs].
  • Bosch WAN2826FPL: 9 kg, Eco 40-60 water use 47 L, belt-drive inverter motor [Bosch Specs].
  • Replaceable bearings: Bosch WAN series – yes; LG tub sealed, shop fix possible but harder [Elektroda, PanAGD, post #17520720]
  • 10-year motor cover: both brands when product registered within 30 days [Bosch Warranty 2023; LG Warranty 2023].
  • Typical inverter-board replacement: 600-800 PLN parts + labour [Elektroda, Scorpion_1982, post #17521036]

Which model suits daily family loads better?

LG F2J6TY1W handles 8 kg, enough for one daily wash, and its SteamSpa option helps remove stains in children’s clothing [LG Specs]. Bosch WAN2826FPL offers 9 kg, useful if you batch-wash twice weekly. Performance tests show no significant difference in soil removal at 40 °C [Stiftung Warentest, 2022].

Are both motors induction and how loud are they?

Yes. Bosch uses an EcoSilence Drive induction motor; LG uses a direct-drive induction motor [Elektroda, PanAGD, post #17520720] Bosch records 74 dB during spin, LG 74 dB as well—LG’s fewer moving parts cut vibration by 30 % at 1 200 rpm [LG, 2023].

Can I replace the drum bearings myself?

Bosch WAN drums are bolted, so bearings can be swapped in 2-3 hours with basic tools [Elektroda, Kenworth 18, post #17535903] LG tubs are thermally welded; service shops drill them open and reseal, adding ~150 PLN labour [ServicePro Blog, 2023].

What does the 10-year motor warranty really cover?

It covers the stator and rotor only. Control boards, sensors and belts (Bosch) or shaft seals (LG) are excluded [Bosch Warranty 2023; LG Warranty 2023]. As user gorion notes, failed control electronics fall outside this promise [Elektroda, 17521420]

How much water and electricity will I save?

Eco 40-60 on Bosch uses 0.52 kWh/47 L; LG needs 0.57 kWh/48 L per full load [EU Energy Label, 2023]. At 300 cycles/year you’ll spend about 110 kWh (≈90 PLN) and 14 000 L water (≈140 PLN) with Bosch.

Does a heavier washer mean higher quality?

Not always. Extra mass can come from concrete ballast or thicker steel. Heavier units vibrate less, but smart suspension can achieve the same with less weight [Elektroda, Borutka, post #17529349]

How expensive are major repairs?

Service quotes list:
  1. Control board: 600-800 PLN parts, 200 PLN labour.
  2. Bearing kit: 120 PLN parts, 180 PLN labour (Bosch);
  3. Direct-drive stator: 400 PLN, often warrantied. [Elektroda, #17521036; #17535903].

Is Samsung a competitive alternative under 2 000 PLN?

Samsung A+++ 8 kg models cost ~1 800 PLN with 5-year promo warranty, but spares like main PCB run 900 PLN, triple Bosch prices [Elektroda, gorion, post #17526974]

Quick 3-step check before purchase

  1. Search parts site (e.g., North.pl) for model number and price key spares.
  2. Download service manual; confirm tub is bolted.
  3. Register product online to lock in extended motor cover. This avoids nasty surprises later [Elektroda, gorion, post #17526974]

Do any brands still build 20-year machines?

Miele states a tested 20-year lifespan under 5 000 cycles, double EU standard [Miele Whitepaper, 2022]. One forum user praises a 100 kg, 5 kg-load Miele still perfect after "a few years" [Elektroda, 17528637]

How can I extend bearing life?

  1. Load evenly; avoid single heavy items.
  2. Run monthly 60 °C maintenance wash.
  3. Wipe door seal and leave it open to reduce moisture. These habits cut rust and premature seal wear, delaying bearing failure beyond 8-10 years [Appliance Care Guide, 2023].
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