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Electrolux vs Maytag washing machines: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified Electrolux and Maytag washing machine, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical Electrolux model · cheaper to run
$15/yr
17 models
Typical Maytag model
$26/yr
12 models
Difference over 11 years
$113
typical model, in electricity
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | Electrolux typical | Maytag typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large (4 to 5 cu ft) | $15 (10) | $17 (6) | Electrolux ELFW7337 series · $9/yr |
| Extra large (5 cu ft and up) | $36 (5) | $47 (6) | Maytag MFW7020R series · $25/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 Maytag models to run
- MHW8150E series 4.5 cu ft · $14/yr
- MHW5630M series 4.5 cu ft · $16/yr
- MHW3500F series 4.5 cu ft · $16/yr
- MHW6630M series 4.8 cu ft · $18/yr
- MHW5630H series 4.5 cu ft · $23/yr
Questions
Are Electrolux or Maytag washing machines cheaper to run?
Electrolux. The typical (median) Electrolux model costs $15 a year in electricity, against $26 for Maytag, about $113 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 Maytag washing machine to run?
The Maytag MHW8150E series, at $14 a year (79 kWh).