Best Clothes Washers (2026)

Residential clothes washers compared on official ENERGY STAR certified ratings. Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) is the official energy-efficiency metric; a higher IMEF is better. Certified volume is the official tub size in cubic feet. Annual energy use is the certified kilowatt-hours per year. Integrated Water Factor (IWF) is the official water-efficiency metric; a lower IWF is better. Front-load and top-load models share these certified fields, so they appear in one table, and the official load configuration is printed on every card. A percent-better figure versus the federal IMEF standard is shown as a computed value labelled computed when both official figures exist.

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Top pick

LG SIGNATURE WM9700HA

Score 9.4/10 · Check price

Why it wins: Official IMEF 3.2, 5.8 cu ft volume, 108 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6. Highest official IMEF in this comparison (3.2). Largest official certified volume in this comparison (5.8 cu ft).

Also great: LG SIGNATURE WM9998HA (9.4) · Electrolux ELFW7738 (9.1)

9.4/10

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Product	Score	Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	Certified volume	Annual energy use	Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	Best for	Price	Buy
1 LS LG SIGNATURE WM9700HA	9.4/10	3.2	5.8 cu ft	108 kWh/year	2.6	Official IMEF 3.2, 5.8 cu ft volume, 108 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6	Check price	View deal
2 LS LG SIGNATURE WM9998HA	9.4/10	3.2	5.8 cu ft	108 kWh/year	2.6	Official IMEF 3.2, 5.8 cu ft volume, 108 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6	Check price	View deal
3 E Electrolux ELFW7738	9.1/10	3.2	4.5 cu ft	74 kWh/year	2.6	Official IMEF 3.2, 4.5 cu ft volume, 74 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6	Check price	View deal
4 S Samsung WF50BG83A	8.8/10	3.1	5 cu ft	99 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 3.1, 5 cu ft volume, 99 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
5 L LG WM3420C	8.7/10	3.1	4.5 cu ft	80 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 3.1, 4.5 cu ft volume, 80 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
6 S Samsung WF45B63A	8.6/10	3.1	4.5 cu ft	93 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 3.1, 4.5 cu ft volume, 93 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
7 S Samsung WF46BG65A	8.6/10	3.1	4.6 cu ft	95 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 3.1, 4.6 cu ft volume, 95 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
8 GP GE Profile PFW955SW	8.1/10	2.92	5.5 cu ft	136 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.92, 5.5 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
9 GP GE Profile PFW870SV	8.0/10	2.92	5.3 cu ft	136 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.92, 5.3 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
10 L LG WKHC202HA	7.9/10	2.92	4.5 cu ft	105 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
11 L LG WM3580C	7.9/10	2.92	4.5 cu ft	105 kWh/year	2.9	Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9	Check price	View deal
12 L LG WM5700HA	7.8/10	2.92	4.5 cu ft	105 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
13 M Maytag MHW6630M	7.8/10	2.92	4.8 cu ft	99 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.92, 4.8 cu ft volume, 99 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
14 M Maytag MHW5630M	7.7/10	2.92	4.5 cu ft	86 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 86 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
15 E Electrolux ELTE7300	7.5/10	2.76	4.4 cu ft	50 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.76, 4.4 cu ft volume, 50 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
16 M Midea MLFW53S4BBC	7.5/10	2.76	5.3 cu ft	117 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.76, 5.3 cu ft volume, 117 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
17 GP GE Profile PFW950ST	7.3/10	2.76	5.3 cu ft	158 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.76, 5.3 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
18 GP GE Profile PFQ97HSV	7.2/10	2.76	4.8 cu ft	136 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.76, 4.8 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
19 G GE GFW655SV	7.0/10	2.76	5 cu ft	158 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.76, 5 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
20 W Whirlpool WFW6720R	7.0/10	2.76	5 cu ft	140 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.76, 5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
21 G GE GFW350SY	6.8/10	2.76	4.6 cu ft	150 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.76, 4.6 cu ft volume, 150 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
22 G GE GFW510SV	6.8/10	2.76	4.6 cu ft	150 kWh/year	3	Official IMEF 2.76, 4.6 cu ft volume, 150 kWh/year, official IWF 3	Check price	View deal
23 W Whirlpool WFW4720R	6.6/10	2.76	4.5 cu ft	140 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF 2.76, 4.5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
24 B Bosch WGB246AXUC	4.7/10	2.62	2.4 cu ft	100 kWh/year	3.5	Official IMEF 2.62, 2.4 cu ft volume, 100 kWh/year, official IWF 3.5	Check price	View deal
25 W Whirlpool WEF5727T	4.7/10	Not listed	4.5 cu ft	140 kWh/year	3.2	Official IMEF Not listed, 4.5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2	Check price	View deal
26 B Bosch WGA12400	4.1/10	2.4	2.1 cu ft	70 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.4, 2.1 cu ft volume, 70 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
27 B Beko BWM242300SWW	3.9/10	2.3	2.3 cu ft	73 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.3, 2.3 cu ft volume, 73 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
28 S Samsung WW25B68A	3.7/10	2.25	2.5 cu ft	90 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.25, 2.5 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
29 S Samsung WW25FG5B	3.7/10	2.25	2.5 cu ft	90 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.25, 2.5 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
30 B Bosch WAW285H1UC	3.4/10	2.2	2.2 cu ft	84 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.2, 2.2 cu ft volume, 84 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
31 G GE GTW490ACJ2WS	3.4/10	2.07	4.4 cu ft	133 kWh/year	4.1	Official IMEF 2.07, 4.4 cu ft volume, 133 kWh/year, official IWF 4.1	Check price	View deal
32 G GE GTW490ACJ7WS	3.4/10	2.07	4.4 cu ft	133 kWh/year	4.1	Official IMEF 2.07, 4.4 cu ft volume, 133 kWh/year, official IWF 4.1	Check price	View deal
33 L LG WKHC152HA	3.4/10	2.2	2.4 cu ft	90 kWh/year	3.7	Official IMEF 2.2, 2.4 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7	Check price	View deal
34 GP GE Profile PTW600BR	3.2/10	2.06	5 cu ft	158 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
35 SQ Speed Queen LWN6ZR119T	3.1/10	2.06	3.2 cu ft	60 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 3.2 cu ft volume, 60 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
36 E Electrolux ELVW7600AB	3.0/10	2.06	5.4 cu ft	198 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5.4 cu ft volume, 198 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
37 E Electrolux ELVW7605AB	2.9/10	2.06	5.3 cu ft	198 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 198 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
38 E Electrolux ELVW7405AW	2.8/10	2.06	5 cu ft	189 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5 cu ft volume, 189 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
39 W Whirlpool WTW6150P	2.3/10	2.06	5.3 cu ft	260 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 260 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal
40 W Whirlpool WTW6157P	2.3/10	2.06	5.3 cu ft	260 kWh/year	4.3	Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 260 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3	Check price	View deal

"Not listed" means the official ENERGY STAR, DOE or manufacturer record we used does not publish that figure. Prices show "Check price" until a retailer feed provides a current price.

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#1 · Top pick

LG SIGNATURE WM9700HA

Best for: Official IMEF 3.2, 5.8 cu ft volume, 108 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6

9.4/10

What we like

Highest official IMEF in this comparison (3.2)
Largest official certified volume in this comparison (5.8 cu ft)
Lowest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (2.6)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.2
Certified volume	5.8 cu ft
Annual energy use	108 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.6
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.8 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	108 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.6
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4418 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	74%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	18.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	29.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WM9700H*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG SIGNATURE
Related official records with the same certified ratings	Same official certified ratings also appear on LG SIGNATURE WM9900HA; LG SIGNATURE WM9901HA. We keep one product page for this rating set so color, finish or brand rebadges are not given separate nearly identical pages.
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LG SIGNATURE WM9998HA

Best for: Official IMEF 3.2, 5.8 cu ft volume, 108 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6

9.4/10

What we like

Highest official IMEF in this comparison (3.2)
Largest official certified volume in this comparison (5.8 cu ft)
Lowest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (2.6)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.2
Certified volume	5.8 cu ft
Annual energy use	108 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.6
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.8 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	108 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.6
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4426 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	74%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	18.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	29.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WM9998H*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG SIGNATURE
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Electrolux ELFW7738

Best for: Official IMEF 3.2, 4.5 cu ft volume, 74 kWh/year, official IWF 2.6

9.1/10

What we like

Highest official IMEF in this comparison (3.2)
Lowest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (2.6)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.2
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	74 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.6
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	74 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.6
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3452 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	74%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	16.4 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Delayed Start,Sanitize Option,Cold Wash cycle, Allergen, Fast Wash
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	ELFW7738***
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Electrolux
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Samsung WF50BG83A

Best for: Official IMEF 3.1, 5 cu ft volume, 99 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

8.8/10

What we like

High official IMEF (3.1)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.1
Certified volume	5 cu ft
Annual energy use	99 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.1
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	99 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4235 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	68%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	19.8 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	38.70 in H × 27.0 in W × 33.50 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Steam Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WF50BG83*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Samsung
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LG WM3420C

Best for: Official IMEF 3.1, 4.5 cu ft volume, 80 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

8.7/10

What we like

High official IMEF (3.1)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.1
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	80 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.1
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	80 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3858 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	68%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	17.8 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WM3420C*
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG
Related official records with the same certified ratings	Same official certified ratings also appear on LG WM3455C. We keep one product page for this rating set so color, finish or brand rebadges are not given separate nearly identical pages.
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Samsung WF45B63A

Best for: Official IMEF 3.1, 4.5 cu ft volume, 93 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

8.6/10

What we like

High official IMEF (3.1)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.1
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	93 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.1
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	93 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3807 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	68%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	20.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Steam Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WF45B63*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Samsung
Related official records with the same certified ratings	Same official certified ratings also appear on Samsung WF45A64A. We keep one product page for this rating set so color, finish or brand rebadges are not given separate nearly identical pages.
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Samsung WF46BG65A

Best for: Official IMEF 3.1, 4.6 cu ft volume, 95 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

8.6/10

What we like

High official IMEF (3.1)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	3.1
Certified volume	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use	95 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	3.1
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	95 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3893 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	68%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	20.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	38.70 in H × 27.0 in W × 31.30 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Steam Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WF46BG65*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Samsung
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GE Profile PFW955SW

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 5.5 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3

8.1/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)
Large official certified volume (5.5 cu ft)

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	5.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4868 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	24.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.80 in H × 28.0 in W × 34.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	PFW955SW**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE Profile
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GE Profile PFW870SV

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 5.3 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3

8.0/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)
Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4726 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	25.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.80 in H × 28.0 in W × 34.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	PFW870SV**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE Profile
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#10

LG WKHC202HA

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

7.9/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)
Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3867 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	23.3 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WKHC202H*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG
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#11

LG WM3580C

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 2.9

7.9/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)
Low official Integrated Water Factor (2.9)

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	2.9
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	2.9
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	3841 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	23.3 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WM3580C*
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG
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#12

LG WM5700HA

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 105 kWh/year, official IWF 3

7.8/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	105 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4000 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	23.3 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WM5700H*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG
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#13

Maytag MHW6630M

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 4.8 cu ft volume, 99 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

7.8/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	4.8 cu ft
Annual energy use	99 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.8 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	99 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4541 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	20.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Anti-Wrinkle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	MHW6630M**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Maytag
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#14

Maytag MHW5630M

Best for: Official IMEF 2.92, 4.5 cu ft volume, 86 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

7.7/10

What we like

High official IMEF (2.92)

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.92
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	86 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.92
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	86 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4267 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	59%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	19.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Anti-Wrinkle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	MHW5630M**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Maytag
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#15

Electrolux ELTE7300

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 4.4 cu ft volume, 50 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

7.5/10

What we like

Lowest official annual energy use in this comparison (50 kWh/year)

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	50 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	50 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4135 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	11.4 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Delayed Start
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	ELTE7300*** -
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Electrolux
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#16

Midea MLFW53S4BBC

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 5.3 cu ft volume, 117 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

7.5/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	117 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	117 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	5003 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	22.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	28.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	MLFW53S4BBC
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Midea
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#17

GE Profile PFW950ST

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 5.3 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 3

7.3/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4691 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	29.8 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.75 in H × 28.0 in W × 34.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	PFW950ST**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE Profile
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#18

GE Profile PFQ97HSV

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 4.8 cu ft volume, 136 kWh/year, official IWF 3

7.2/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	4.8 cu ft
Annual energy use	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.8 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	136 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4283 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	28.3 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	46.70 in H × 28.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	PFQ97HSV**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE Profile
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#19

GE GFW655SV

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 5 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 3

7.0/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	5 cu ft
Annual energy use	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4425 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	31.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.80 in H × 28.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	GFW655SV**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE
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#20

Whirlpool WFW6720R

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

7.0/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	5 cu ft
Annual energy use	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4720 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	28.0 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.00 in H × 27.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WFW6720R**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Whirlpool
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#21

GE GFW350SY

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 4.6 cu ft volume, 150 kWh/year, official IWF 3

6.8/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use	150 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	150 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4044 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	32.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.75 in H × 28.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Delayed Start,Sanitize Option,Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	GFW350SY**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE
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#22

GE GFW510SV

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 4.6 cu ft volume, 150 kWh/year, official IWF 3

6.8/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use	150 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.6 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	150 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4044 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	32.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.80 in H × 28.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	GFW510SV**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE
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#23

Whirlpool WFW4720R

Best for: Official IMEF 2.76, 4.5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

6.6/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.76
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.76
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4248 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	50%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	31.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	39.00 in H × 27.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WFW4720R**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Whirlpool
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#24

Bosch WGB246AXUC

Best for: Official IMEF 2.62, 2.4 cu ft volume, 100 kWh/year, official IWF 3.5

4.7/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.62
Certified volume	2.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	100 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.5
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.62
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	100 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.5
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2426 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	42%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	41.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	23.5 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Hand Wash Cycle,Anti-Wrinkle,Sanitize Option,Gentle Cycle,Intelligent Detergent Dosing System
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WGB246AXUC
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Bosch
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#25

Whirlpool WEF5727T

Best for: Official IMEF Not listed, 4.5 cu ft volume, 140 kWh/year, official IWF 3.2

4.7/10

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Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) * 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	Not listed
Certified volume	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.2
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	140 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.2
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4248 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	Not listed
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	31.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W × 32.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Sanitize Option
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WEF5727T**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Whirlpool
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#26

Bosch WGA12400

Best for: Official IMEF 2.4, 2.1 cu ft volume, 70 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

4.1/10

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Smallest official certified volume in this comparison (2.1 cu ft)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.4
Certified volume	2.1 cu ft
Annual energy use	70 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.4
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.1 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	70 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2325 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	30%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	33.3 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	23.5 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WGA12400**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Bosch
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#27

Beko BWM242300SWW

Best for: Official IMEF 2.3, 2.3 cu ft volume, 73 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

3.9/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.3
Certified volume	2.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	73 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.3
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	73 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2510 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	25%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	31.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	33.20 in H × 23.6 in W × 22.80 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Hand Wash Cycle,Steam Cycle,Anti-Wrinkle,Sanitize Option,Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	BWM242300SWW
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Beko
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#28

Samsung WW25B68A

Best for: Official IMEF 2.25, 2.5 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

3.7/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.25
Certified volume	2.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.25
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2718 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	22%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	36.0 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	33.50 in H × 23.6 in W × 26.80 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Steam Cycle,Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WW25B68*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Samsung
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#29

Samsung WW25FG5B

Best for: Official IMEF 2.25, 2.5 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

3.7/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

Watch out for

No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.25
Certified volume	2.5 cu ft
Annual energy use	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.25
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2729 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	22%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	36.0 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	33.50 in H × 23.6 in W × 44.10 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Anti-Wrinkle,Gentle Cycle,Hand Wash Cycle,Steam Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WW25FG5B****
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Samsung
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#30

Bosch WAW285H1UC

Best for: Official IMEF 2.2, 2.2 cu ft volume, 84 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

3.4/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.2
Certified volume	2.2 cu ft
Annual energy use	84 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.2
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.2 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	84 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2379 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	20%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	38.2 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	23.5 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Delayed Start,Hand Wash Cycle,Anti-Wrinkle,Sanitize Option,Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WAW285H1UC
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Bosch
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#31

GE GTW490ACJ2WS

Best for: Official IMEF 2.07, 4.4 cu ft volume, 133 kWh/year, official IWF 4.1

3.4/10

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.07
Certified volume	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	133 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.1
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.07
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	133 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.1
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	5273 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	32%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	30.2 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	GTW490ACJ2WS
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE
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#32

GE GTW490ACJ7WS

Best for: Official IMEF 2.07, 4.4 cu ft volume, 133 kWh/year, official IWF 4.1

3.4/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.07
Certified volume	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	133 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.1
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.07
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	4.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	133 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.1
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	5322 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	32%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	30.2 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	44.00 in H × 27.0 in W × 27.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Impeller
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	GTW490ACJ7WS
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE
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#33

LG WKHC152HA

Best for: Official IMEF 2.2, 2.4 cu ft volume, 90 kWh/year, official IWF 3.7

3.4/10

What we like

Official record meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria

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No additional scored gaps in the official record we used

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.2
Certified volume	2.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	3.7
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.2
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	2.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	90 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	3.7
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	2609 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	20%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	37.5 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.84
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.7
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Front Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	24.0 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	Yes
Certified model number	WKHC152H*A
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	LG
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#34

GE Profile PTW600BR

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5 cu ft volume, 158 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

3.2/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5 cu ft
Annual energy use	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	158 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6343 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	31.6 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	56.00 in H × 27.9 in W × 28.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Yes
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	PTW600BR**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	GE Profile
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#35

Speed Queen LWN6ZR119T

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 3.2 cu ft volume, 60 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

3.1/10

What we like

Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

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Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	3.2 cu ft
Annual energy use	60 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	3.2 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	60 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	4072 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	18.8 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	43.00 in H × 25.6 in W × 28.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Gentle Cycle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	LWN6ZR119T*
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Speed Queen
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#36

Electrolux ELVW7600AB

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5.4 cu ft volume, 198 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

3.0/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.4 cu ft)

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5.4 cu ft
Annual energy use	198 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.4 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	198 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6850 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	36.7 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.6 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	ELVW7600AB
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Electrolux
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#37

Electrolux ELVW7605AB

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 198 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

2.9/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	198 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	198 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6723 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	37.4 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.6 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	ELVW7605AB
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Electrolux
Related official records with the same certified ratings	Same official certified ratings also appear on Electrolux ELVW7605AW; Electrolux ELVW7705AB; Electrolux ELVW7705AW. We keep one product page for this rating set so color, finish or brand rebadges are not given separate nearly identical pages.
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#38

Electrolux ELVW7405AW

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5 cu ft volume, 189 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

2.8/10

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Official certified ratings are published for every scored criterion

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5 cu ft
Annual energy use	189 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	189 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6343 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	37.8 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	27.1 in W
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Agitator
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	Not listed
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	ELVW7405AW
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Electrolux
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#39

Whirlpool WTW6150P

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 260 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

2.3/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official annual energy use in this comparison (260 kWh/year)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	260 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	260 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6761 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	49.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	43.00 in H × 27.0 in W × 27.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Anti-Wrinkle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WTW6150P**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Whirlpool
Related official records with the same certified ratings	Same official certified ratings also appear on Whirlpool WTW500CM (V22aAf50(3B)). We keep one product page for this rating set so color, finish or brand rebadges are not given separate nearly identical pages.
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#40

Whirlpool WTW6157P

Best for: Official IMEF 2.06, 5.3 cu ft volume, 260 kWh/year, official IWF 4.3

2.3/10

What we like

Large official certified volume (5.3 cu ft)

Watch out for

Lowest official IMEF in this comparison (2.06)
Highest official annual energy use in this comparison (260 kWh/year)
Highest official Integrated Water Factor in this comparison (4.3)

Score breakdown

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) 28%

Certified volume 24%

Annual energy use 24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF) 24%

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)	2.06
Certified volume	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use	260 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor (IWF)	4.3
Integrated Modified Energy Factor, IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	2.06
Certified volume (ENERGY STAR)	5.3 cu ft
Annual energy use (ENERGY STAR)	260 kWh/year
Integrated Water Factor, IWF (ENERGY STAR)	4.3
Annual water use (ENERGY STAR)	6660 gal/year
IMEF percent above the U.S. federal standard (computed)	31%, computed as (official IMEF - official U.S. federal standard IMEF) / official U.S. federal standard IMEF
Annual energy use per cubic foot (computed)	49.1 kWh/year per cubic foot, computed as official annual energy use ÷ official cubic foot
U.S. federal standard IMEF (ENERGY STAR)	1.57
U.S. federal standard IWF (ENERGY STAR)	6.5
Load configuration (ENERGY STAR)	Top Load
Dimensions (ENERGY STAR)	43.00 in H × 27.0 in W × 28.00 in D
Additional washer features (ENERGY STAR)	Anti-Wrinkle
Connected (ENERGY STAR)	No
Paired ENERGY STAR dryer available (ENERGY STAR)	No
Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria	No
Certified model number	WTW6157P**
Official brand name on the ENERGY STAR record	Whirlpool
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Buying guide: how to choose the right clothes washer

IMEF and IWF are the official efficiency metrics

ENERGY STAR certifies clothes washers on Integrated Modified Energy Factor and Integrated Water Factor, plus annual energy use and annual water use. IMEF is higher-better. IWF is lower-better. We score the official IMEF, volume, annual energy use and IWF. When the official federal-standard IMEF is also published, we show how far the model's IMEF sits above that standard as a computed figure labelled computed. We do not use brochure energy-saver cycle claims in place of those official fields.

Front-load and top-load stay in one table, with the official configuration shown

Both load configurations share the same certified fields, so they can be compared on the same score. The official load configuration is printed on every card. A larger official volume is not automatically the right washer for a narrow closet. Match width and configuration to the space, then use the official IMEF, IWF and energy figures to compare models.

Identical official ratings are consolidated

Finish suffixes and sister-brand listings sometimes share the same official IMEF, volume, energy use, IWF and dimensions. We keep one product page for each identical rating set and list related official records in the details.

Safety and installation

Level the washer so it does not walk, and use the inlet hoses and electrical connection the maker specifies to reduce leak and shock risk. Do not wash items labeled as flammable or solvent-soaked. Keep children and pets away from an open door or lid, and use the child lock if the maker provides one. This is not a substitute for the product manual.

How this ranking is calculated

Score = weighted average of normalised specs, out of 10. Full method

Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF)Official ENERGY STAR Integrated Modified Energy Factor. A higher IMEF means more washing work per unit of energy. Missing values take the category minimum. Scale: 2.06 → 3.1.

28%

Certified volumeOfficial ENERGY STAR certified tub volume in cubic feet. A larger tub is not automatically the right washer for a tight laundry closet. Missing values take the category minimum. Scale: 2.2 → 5.5 cu ft.

24%

Annual energy useOfficial ENERGY STAR annual energy use in kilowatt-hours per year. Lower is better. Missing values take the category minimum (the highest energy use in the set). Scale: 250 → 60 kWh/year.

24%

Integrated Water Factor (IWF)Official ENERGY STAR Integrated Water Factor. A lower IWF means less water per cubic foot of laundry. Missing values take the category minimum (the highest IWF in the set). Scale: 4.3 → 2.7.

24%

Frequently asked questions

Why are front-load and top-load washers in the same ranking?

They share the same official ENERGY STAR fields, and the official load configuration is printed on each card. Volume is a scored criterion, so a compact front-loader does not automatically outrank a large top-loader on size. If you only want one configuration, use the official load-configuration column rather than treating the overall score as a single shopping list.

Why is IMEF missing on some product pages?

A small number of official ENERGY STAR washer records in the dataset we used (retrieved November 13, 2026) leave Integrated Modified Energy Factor blank. We show Not listed and score that criterion at the category minimum, so a missing IMEF never outranks a published one.

Did you test these washers or list prices?

No. CyclePick ranks official ENERGY STAR certified ratings only. We do not test units, and we do not show prices or customer ratings.

Why do noise, warranty, spin speed and cycle time say Not listed?

Those figures are not in the ENERGY STAR certified-product fields we used, or they were blank on the record. We did not fetch a maker product page for these models in this pass, so we leave those extras as Not listed rather than copying them from a retailer listing. Additional washer features are shown when ENERGY STAR publishes them.

What does the computed IMEF percent-above-standard figure mean?

When ENERGY STAR publishes both the model's IMEF and the U.S. federal standard IMEF, we calculate (official IMEF minus official federal standard IMEF) divided by official federal standard IMEF and label that figure computed. It is not a separate certified field.

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