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LG vs Maytag washing machines: which costs less to run?
Every ENERGY STAR certified LG and Maytag washing machine, compared by yearly electricity cost at the U.S. average price.
Typical LG model · cheaper to run
$19/yr
96 models
Typical Maytag model
$26/yr
12 models
Difference over 11 years
$73
typical model, in electricity
Same size, side by side
Bigger models use more power, so this is the fair comparison.
| Size | LG typical | Maytag typical | Cheapest to run |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large (4 to 5 cu ft) | $19 (43) | $17 (6) | Maytag MHW8150E series · $14/yr |
| Extra large (5 cu ft and up) | $22 (48) | $47 (6) | LG WM3470C series · $17/yr |
Cheapest LG models to run
- WM3420C series 4.5 cu ft · $15/yr
- WM3455C series 4.5 cu ft · $15/yr
- WKHC152H*A family 2.4 cu ft · $16/yr
- WM3085C series 4.5 cu ft · $16/yr
- WM3180C series 4.5 cu ft · $16/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 LG or Maytag washing machines cheaper to run?
LG. The typical (median) LG model costs $19 a year in electricity, against $26 for Maytag, about $73 over a 11-year life. Compare models of the same size, because bigger models use more.
What is the cheapest LG washing machine to run?
The LG WM3420C series, at $15 a year (80 kWh).
What is the cheapest Maytag washing machine to run?
The Maytag MHW8150E series, at $14 a year (79 kWh).