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Samsung DV25FG62*0**

Electric · 4

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Samsung DV25FG62*0** is an electric with 4 capacity that uses 154 kWh per year, costing approximately $24.64annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $246.40 in energy costs alone. It has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.

Ranked #23 out of 614 clothes dryers by annual running cost, it costs $66.36 less per year than the category average of $91.

$24.64
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$246.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Dryers

Ranked #23 out of 614 in the clothes dryers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$24.64 vs avg $91
$66.36/yr cheaper
Energy Use
154 kWh vs avg 571
417 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use154 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$24.64
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.05
Capacity4
BrandSamsung
TypeElectric
Date Certified2025-07-30

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$2.05
1 Year
$24.64
5 Years
$123.20
10 Years
$246.40

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The Samsung DV25FG62*0** is cheaper to run than the average clothes dryer in its category. At $24.64/year, you'll save approximately $663.60 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a clothes dryer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.