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Blomberg WM98220SX*

Front Load · 2.30

Summary

The Blomberg WM98220SX* is a front load with 2.30 capacity that uses 106 kWh per year, costing approximately $16.96annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $169.60 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.

Ranked #157 out of 376 clothes washers by annual running cost, it costs $7.04 less per year than the category average of $24. At 23.6" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$16.96
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$169.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Washers

Ranked #157 out of 376 in the clothes washers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$16.96 vs avg $24
$7.04/yr cheaper
Energy Use
106 kWh vs avg 149
43 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use106 kWh/year
Federal Standard2 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$16.96
Monthly Cost (estimated)$1.41
Capacity2.30
Width23.6"
Height33.1"
BrandBlomberg
TypeFront Load
Date Certified2022-08-23

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$1.41
1 Year
$16.96
5 Years
$84.80
10 Years
$169.60

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 Blomberg WM98220SX* is cheaper to run than the average clothes washer in its category. At $16.96/year, you'll save approximately $70.40 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 washer. 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.