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Whirlpool WHD862CH**

Electric · 7.4

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Whirlpool WHD862CH** is an electric with 7.4 capacity that uses 460 kWh per year, costing approximately $73.6annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $736 in energy costs alone., earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

$73.6
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$736
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Dryers

Ranked #105 out of 614 in the clothes dryers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$73.6 vs avg $91
$17.400000000000006/yr cheaper
Energy Use
460 kWh vs avg 571
111 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use460 kWh/year
Federal Standard0 kWh/year
Better Than Standard0%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$73.6
Capacity7.4
BrandWhirlpool
Date Certified2018-12-12
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.