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Bosch vs GE dishwashers: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified Bosch and GE dishwasher, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical Bosch model
$44/yr
56 models
Typical GE model
$44/yr
28 models
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | Bosch typical | GE typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full size (10 place settings and up) | $44 (56) | $44 (26) | Bosch DWHD661EFP (213 kWh version) · $39/yr |
Cheapest Bosch models to run
- DWHD661EFP (213 kWh version) 16 place settings · $39/yr
- SHV41DB3N (213 kWh version) 12 place settings · $39/yr
- SHX78DC series (215 kWh version) 16 place settings · $39/yr
- SHX78CC5UC, SHE78D7 series 15 place settings · $40/yr
- SHP65DC series (225 kWh version) 16 place settings · $41/yr
Cheapest GE models to run
- DDT70***N*** family 12 place settings · $44/yr
- GDF46***T*** family 10 place settings · $44/yr
- GDF46***Z*** family 13 place settings · $44/yr
- GDF51***R*** family 10 place settings · $44/yr
- GDF53***R*** family 10 place settings · $44/yr
Questions
Are Bosch or GE dishwashers cheaper to run?
They are even: the typical model of both brands costs $44 a year to run.
What is the cheapest Bosch dishwasher to run?
The Bosch DWHD661EFP (213 kWh version), at $39 a year (213 kWh).
What is the cheapest GE dishwasher to run?
The GE DDT70***N*** family, at $44 a year (240 kWh).