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Samsung WF50T85**A* family: $20 a year to run

This washing machine uses 110 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $20 a year and $220 over a typical 11-year life. It ranks #180 of 243 front load models for running cost.

  1. Price. Check what it costs at the store (links below).
  2. Plus running cost. Add $220 of electricity over 11 years. That is the part the price tag hides.
  3. Compare. Pick your state to see your real number, then check the cheaper-to-run models of the same size.
Per year (U.S. avg)
$20
Over 11 years
$220
Saves vs the federal minimum
$12/yr
Size
5 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$20
Electricity over 11 years
$220
Add the price you pay
+ $220

110 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 extra large (5 cu ft and up) model ranked.

Electrolux ELFW7337 series4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $120
Electrolux ELTE7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $120
Electrolux ELTG7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $120
Frigidaire FWFX22D4EW4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $120

Specs

BrandSamsung
ModelWF50T85**A*
TypeFront Load
Energy use110 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type175 kWh / year
Water use4,235 gallons / year
Width27 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.

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