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Electrolux vs GE washing machines: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified Electrolux and GE washing machine, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical Electrolux model · cheaper to run
$15/yr
17 models
Typical GE model
$27/yr
23 models
Difference over 11 years
$130
typical model, in electricity
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | Electrolux typical | GE typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact (under 3 cu ft) | $15 (2) | $18 (1) | Electrolux ELFW4333AW · $14/yr |
| Large (4 to 5 cu ft) | $15 (10) | $27 (18) | Electrolux ELFW7337 series · $9/yr |
| Extra large (5 cu ft and up) | $36 (5) | $29 (2) | GE GFW655S*V*** family · $29/yr |
Cheapest Electrolux models to run
- ELFW7337 series 4.4 cu ft · $9/yr
- ELTE7300*** - family 4.4 cu ft · $9/yr
- ELTG7300*** - family 4.4 cu ft · $9/yr
- ELFW7738 series 4.5 cu ft · $13/yr
- ELFW4333AW 2.7 cu ft · $14/yr
Cheapest GE models to run
- GFW148S*M*** family 2.4 cu ft · $18/yr
- GTW490ACJ2WS 4.4 cu ft · $24/yr
- GTW490ACJ3WS 4.4 cu ft · $24/yr
- GTW490ACJ4WS 4.4 cu ft · $24/yr
- GTW490ACJ5WS 4.4 cu ft · $24/yr
Questions
Are Electrolux or GE washing machines cheaper to run?
Electrolux. The typical (median) Electrolux model costs $15 a year in electricity, against $27 for GE, about $130 over a 11-year life. Compare models of the same size, because bigger models use more.
What is the cheapest Electrolux washing machine to run?
The Electrolux ELFW7337 series, at $9 a year (50 kWh).
What is the cheapest GE washing machine to run?
The GE GFW148S*M*** family, at $18 a year (97 kWh).