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Whirlpool WFW5605M series
4.5 cu ft · Front Load washing machine
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About the Whirlpool WFW5605M series
The Whirlpool WFW5605M series is a 4.5 cu ft front load washing machine certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 130 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $24 a year, or $260 over a typical 11-year life.
That is 33% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of washer (195 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 243 front load models it ranks #211 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $182 in electricity over 11 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Electrolux ELFW7337 series uses 50 kWh a year and would save about $160 over 11 years.
Cost to run where you live
130 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 large (4 to 5 cu ft) model ranked.
| Electrolux ELFW7337 series | 4.4 cu ft | $9/yr | saves $160 |
| Electrolux ELTE7300*** - family | 4.4 cu ft | $9/yr | saves $160 |
| Electrolux ELTG7300*** - family | 4.4 cu ft | $9/yr | saves $160 |
| Frigidaire FWFX22D4EW | 4.4 cu ft | $9/yr | saves $160 |
Specs
| Brand | Whirlpool |
| Model | WFW5605M** |
| Type | Front Load |
| Energy use | 130 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 195 kWh / year |
| Water use | 4,248 gallons / year |
| Size | 4.5 cu ft |
| Width | 27 in |
| Load type | Front Load |
| Water efficiency (IWF) | 3.2 |
| Energy efficiency (IMEF) | 2.76 |
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.
Questions people ask
How much does the Whirlpool WFW5605M series cost to run?
About $24 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 130 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Whirlpool WFW5605M series cost in electricity over its life?
About $260 over 11 years, a typical life for a washing machine. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Whirlpool WFW5605M series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 33% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper washer to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Electrolux ELFW7337 series uses 50 kWh a year, about $160 less in electricity over 11 years.
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