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Maytag vs Whirlpool electric dryers: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified Maytag and Whirlpool electric dryer, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical Maytag model
$111/yr
17 models
Typical Whirlpool model
$111/yr
56 models
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | Maytag typical | Whirlpool typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large (7 cu ft and up) | $111 (17) | $111 (50) | Whirlpool WHD560CH series · $84/yr |
Cheapest Maytag models to run
- MED5500FW series 7.4 cu ft · $111/yr
- MED5630H series 7.3 cu ft · $111/yr
- MED5630M series 7.4 cu ft · $111/yr
- MED6630H series 7.3 cu ft · $111/yr
- MED6630M series 7.4 cu ft · $111/yr
Cheapest Whirlpool models to run
- WFDH4124VJ 4.3 cu ft · $31/yr
- WHD3090G series 4.3 cu ft · $42/yr
- WHD5090G series 4.3 cu ft · $42/yr
- WCD3090J series 4.3 cu ft · $58/yr
- WCD5090J series 4.3 cu ft · $58/yr
Questions
Are Maytag or Whirlpool electric dryers cheaper to run?
They are even: the typical model of both brands costs $111 a year to run.
What is the cheapest Maytag electric dryer to run?
The Maytag MED5500FW series, at $111 a year (608 kWh).
What is the cheapest Whirlpool electric dryer to run?
The Whirlpool WFDH4124VJ, at $31 a year (172 kWh).