I would advise against Bosch. I have three Bosch white appliances, a dishwasher, a drier, and a washing machine. We have had them for 2 years and all of them are starting to play up. We even chose series 8 that are made in Germany.
They're all rubbish these days. Just get a cheap $500 one.
If you have access to tgg commercial pricing, they are $1176 for the lg and $1403 for the Bosch
I've got this exact model for LG
It's amazing.
Tells me when it's finished and has an auto dispenser so it's super convenient
Free delivery if purchase on LG website and you sign up as a member (https://www.lg.com/au/washing-machines/lg-wv9-1610w?gclid=Cj…)
Use that to negotiate with GG to prince match to get free delivery
Choice has the Bosch as its top recommended model, then an LG at a close number two but it did not review the specific machine you listed. I suspect there isn’t much in it and if you like the LG steam function go for it.
I actually have that model Bosch and thus happy it’s number one! And happy with it. Automatic dispensers really end up saving a lot in detergent. I reckon I saved the extra for the auto dispense feature in a year.
I have an LG washer/dryer with the steam functions. I have never had such crease-free clothes and love it for the time it saves me. I also love it's 'add item' function which is fast to unlock the door for you, unlike my previous Samsung machine. Unfortunately it has a design flaw with its lint filter that causes it to need fixed every couple of years (machine opened up and some back filter replaced - 5 min job once the machine is open, but repairman says it's going to just keep on happening because of the way it is designed), but that is a function of the dryer aspect so shouldn't be a problem with the washer only model. As frustrating as the design flaw is, I would still buy the machine again for the way it washes and dries the clothes.
Bosch I've never had personally but my mother has a 7kg washer which she curses for the creases it puts into her clothes, even on a lower spin.
I've had an LG top loader for 13 odd years now, still running strong.
Bosch gets my vote
I had an LG that caused water hammer in my house pipes, plenty of cases on google. There was even a class action against them in the US
When that died I went shopping and salesman was recommending LG for my budget. I specifically asked about the water hammer and was told no issue so I bought on that advice. Had it delivered and yep water hammer, among other multiple issues.
I went back to the store and was able to return it, paid extra for Bosch series 8 and it is perfect and no water hammer. It is also heaps quieter than the LG and the 15min cycle comes in handy when in a rush
My LG front loader is around 15 years old now and hasn't missed a beat. It's a plain washer, no drying function but in Brisbane I have sunshine for drying.
I'm a big Bosch fan. I have German made Bosch washer and dryer - they are bulletproof.