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Bomann WA 7161: The economical 6 kg washing machine for the small flat

Prices in euros from Amazon.de, as of 11 June 2026. Prices and availability may differ on Amazon.co.uk.

By Seydhan Cakmak · Editor-in-chief · Updated: · AI-translated from the German original

For a first flat of your own, a studio or a narrow bathroom, the Bomann WA 7161 is our pick among full-size washing machines: a true front loader with a fixed water connection that, with its 6 kg capacity, copes with the laundry pile of a one- or two-person household, and with the economical energy class A, the best in the comparison. Its real trump card for small rooms is the shallow depth of just 44 centimetres: it fits into niches and narrow bathrooms where a standard machine 60 cm deep won't. 16 programmes, end-time preselection of up to 24 hours, remaining-time display and a durable brushless motor (5 years of motor warranty) make it suitable for everyday use. To be honest, the 1,000 revolutions in the spin cycle are the only compromise: the laundry comes out slightly damper than from 1,400 rpm machines, which hardly matters on a drying rack but takes a little longer before the dryer. For the small flat, the best compromise of space, economy and price.

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Built for 230 V and EU plugs. In the UK, use with a fused travel adapter; in the US, the device will not run on the 120 V mains.

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Bomann WA 7161 washing machine (6 kg, front loader)

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Bomann WA 7161 at a glance

In short: the Bomann WA 7161 scores 9,0/10 in our mini washing machine review (from €279). Biggest strength: economical, energy class A. Main compromise: only 1,000 rpm.

All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.

Bomann WA 7161: what works and what doesn't?

What works well

  • Economical: energy class A: Best energy efficiency class in the comparison, important with frequent washing
  • Only 44 cm deep: Fits in narrow bathrooms and niches where standard machines won't
  • Durable brushless motor: 5 years of motor warranty, quieter and longer-lasting than brushed motors
  • 6 kg for 1 to 2 people: Copes with the laundry needs of a small household

Points of criticism

  • Only 1,000 rpm: Laundry stays damper than with 1,400 rpm machines, so drying takes longer
  • No plain-text display: Operated via dial and LED, no text display
  • Can walk on uneven floors: Despite imbalance control, a firm, level stand is needed

Specifications in detail

TypeFront-loading washing machine (freestanding)
Load capacity6 kg
Spin speedmax. 1,000 rpm
Energy efficiencyEnergy class A · 42 kWh / 100 cycles
Water consumption36 L / wash cycle
Programmes16 (incl. quick, cold, 40/60/90 °C)
Dimensions (H×W×D)85 × 60 × 44 cm, only 44 cm deep
Weight50.2 kg
Water connectionfixed connection required
Featuresbrushless motor (5 yr warranty), end-time preselection 24 h, remaining-time display, child lock, overflow protection

What does it cost to run?

The 42 kWh per 100 cycles equal 0.42 kWh per wash. At the German electricity price of 35 ct/kWh that is 15 cents per use. With two washes a week that is only around €15 a year.

Calculation basis: 35 ct/kWh (German electricity price, 2026, rounded). Values from the manufacturer data sheet; actual costs depend on use and tariff.

Build quality & everyday use

What carries the Bomann WA 7161 in everyday use: Economical: energy class A (best energy efficiency class in the comparison, important with frequent washing) and Only 44 cm deep (fits in narrow bathrooms and niches where standard machines won't). You have to be honest about the weaknesses: only 1,000 rpm. Laundry stays damper than with 1,400 rpm machines, so drying takes longer.

If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.

“Bomann WA 7161 Washing Machine (6 kg, Front Loader): economical with energy class A and only 44 cm deep, with only 1,000 rpm as the trade-off. At 9.0/10 a clear recommendation from €279.”
The MiniHaushalt.de editorial team

Who is the Bomann WA 7161 suited to? (Buying advice)

Perfect for:

  • ✓Narrow bathrooms (only 44 cm deep)
  • ✓Single & 2-person households
  • ✓Anyone who wants to save power (energy class A)

Less suitable for:

  • ✕Anyone who transfers straight to the dryer (1,400 rpm)
  • ✕Large households (4+ people)
  • ✕Anyone without a water connection

Bomann WA 7161 compared with alternatives

Head-to-head with the top alternatives from our mini washing machines comparison

Feature Bomann WA 7161 Comfee CFEW60-124 Exquisit LTO51207-030A
Load capacity6 kg6 kg7.5 kg
Spin1,000 rpm1,200 rpm1,200 rpm
DesignFront loaderFront loader (slim)Top loader
Connectionfixedfixedfixed
Dimensions (W×D)60 × 44 cm60 × 40 cm40 × 64 cm

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Frequently asked questions about the Bomann WA 7161

Which washing machine fits in a narrow bathroom?
Watch the depth: a standard machine is 60 cm deep, the Bomann WA 7161 only 44 cm, so it fits into niches and narrow bathrooms. Slim top loaders such as the Exquisit (only 40 cm wide), which are loaded from above, save even more space. If you have no water connection at all, go for a fill-by-hand mini washing machine.
Is 6 kg capacity enough for a single household?
Yes, for 1 to 2 people 6 kg is well sized: that corresponds to roughly one normally filled drum of everyday laundry or a set of bed linen. Only from 3 to 4 people, or with frequent washing of large items (duvets), is 7 to 8 kg worthwhile. For the small flat, the 6 kg Bomann is sized appropriately.
What does energy class A mean for washing machines?
Since the label reform in 2021, A is the best class available (the scale runs from A to G). The Bomann WA 7161 uses 42 kWh per 100 wash cycles, which noticeably lowers electricity costs compared with class D appliances such as the Comfee. With frequent washing, the better class pays off over the years.
Is a spin speed of 1,000 rpm sufficient?
For most households, yes: at 1,000 rpm the laundry comes out of the machine ready to dry and dries well on the rack. If you transfer straight to the dryer, 1,400 rpm saves a little drying time. The difference in residual moisture is real, but with a drying rack it is rarely a nuisance in everyday life.
9.0 / 10 · ★ Our recommendation

Verdict: is the Bomann WA 7161 worth it?

A clear buying recommendation: if you can live with only 1,000 rpm, from €279 you get one thing above all: economical, energy class A. Best suited to: narrow bathrooms (only 44 cm deep).

If you want to compare alternatives, you will find detailed data and reviews on our mini washing machines comparison page.

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