Bosch WAW285H1UC
Front Load · 2.20
Summary
The Bosch WAW285H1UC is a front load with 2.20 capacity that uses 84 kWh per year, costing approximately $13.44annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $134.40 in energy costs alone. It has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.
Ranked #38 out of 376 clothes washers by annual running cost, it costs $10.56 less per year than the category average of $24. At 23.5" wide, it is a standard size for its category.
How This Compares to Other Clothes Washers
Ranked #38 out of 376 in the clothes washers category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
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 Bosch WAW285H1UC is cheaper to run than the average clothes washer in its category. At $13.44/year, you'll save approximately $105.60 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 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.