Appliances / Washing machines / Electrolux vs Whirlpool
Electrolux vs Whirlpool washing machines: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified Electrolux and Whirlpool washing machine, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical Electrolux model · cheaper to run
$15/yr
17 models
Typical Whirlpool model
$25/yr
24 models
Difference over 11 years
$110
typical model, in electricity
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | Electrolux typical | Whirlpool typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact (under 3 cu ft) | $15 (2) | $16 (3) | Electrolux ELFW4333AW · $14/yr |
| Large (4 to 5 cu ft) | $15 (10) | $25 (12) | Electrolux ELFW7337 series · $9/yr |
| Extra large (5 cu ft and up) | $36 (5) | $47 (9) | Whirlpool WFW6720R 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 Whirlpool models to run
- WFH5424S series 2.8 cu ft · $15/yr
- WFW7540F series 4.5 cu ft · $16/yr
- WFW92HEF series 4.5 cu ft · $16/yr
- WFW4124VJ 2.8 cu ft · $16/yr
- WFW4090N series 2 cu ft · $17/yr
Questions
Are Electrolux or Whirlpool washing machines cheaper to run?
Electrolux. The typical (median) Electrolux model costs $15 a year in electricity, against $25 for Whirlpool, about $110 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 Whirlpool washing machine to run?
The Whirlpool WFH5424S series, at $15 a year (80 kWh).