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Electrolux ELFW7738***

Front Load · 4.50

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Electrolux ELFW7738*** is a front load with 4.50 capacity that uses 74 kWh per year, costing approximately $11.84annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $118.40 in energy costs alone. It has earned ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products.

Ranked #17 out of 376 clothes washers by annual running cost, it costs $12.16 less per year than the category average of $24. At 27" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$11.84
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$118.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Washers

Ranked #17 out of 376 in the clothes washers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$11.84 vs avg $24
$12.16/yr cheaper
Energy Use
74 kWh vs avg 149
75 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use74 kWh/year
Federal Standard2 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$11.84
Monthly Cost (estimated)$0.99
Capacity4.50
Width27"
BrandElectrolux
TypeFront Load
Date Certified2024-10-30

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$0.99
1 Year
$11.84
5 Years
$59.20
10 Years
$118.40

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 Electrolux ELFW7738*** is cheaper to run than the average clothes washer in its category. At $11.84/year, you'll save approximately $121.60 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.

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.