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Standard VentlessENERGY STAR certified

Smeg DH24UWH

4.5 cu ft · Standard Ventless electric dryer

Electricity, 13 years
$539
Per year
$41

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$41
Over 13 years
$539
Rank for running cost
#11 of 42

About the Smeg DH24UWH

The Smeg DH24UWH is a 4.5 cu ft standard ventless electric dryer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 228 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $41 a year, or $539 over a typical 13-year life.

Among 42 standard ventless models it ranks #11 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $47 in electricity over 13 years, though it may differ in size and features.

If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Asko T5HXLG.U uses 208 kWh a year and would save about $47 over 13 years.

Listed features: ventless.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$41
Electricity over 13 years
$539
Add the price you pay
+ $539

228 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every compact (under 5 cu ft) model ranked.

Asko T5HXLG.U5.2 cu ft$38/yrsaves $47
Asko T5HXLT.U5.2 cu ft$38/yrsaves $47
Asko T5HXLW.U5.2 cu ft$38/yrsaves $47
Asko T7HXLW.U5.2 cu ft$38/yrsaves $47

Specs

BrandSmeg
ModelDH24UWH
TypeStandard Ventless
Energy use228 kWh / year
Size4.5 cu ft
Width23.54 in
FeaturesVentless
Dryer typeElectric Standard Ventless
Vented or ventlessVentless
Efficiency (CEF)10.5
Height33.2 in
Depth26.45 in

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

Questions people ask

How much does the Smeg DH24UWH cost to run?

About $41 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 228 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.

How much will the Smeg DH24UWH cost in electricity over its life?

About $539 over 13 years, a typical life for a electric dryer. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.

Is the Smeg DH24UWH energy efficient?

It is ENERGY STAR certified, which means it meets the EPA's efficiency requirements for its type.

Is there a cheaper dryer to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The Asko T5HXLG.U uses 208 kWh a year, about $47 less in electricity over 13 years.

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