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LG WM1385H*

Front Load · 2.30

Summary

The LG WM1385H* is a front load with 2.30 capacity that uses 120 kWh per year, costing approximately $19.20annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $192.00 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.

Ranked #208 out of 376 clothes washers by annual running cost, it costs $4.80 less per year than the category average of $24. At 24" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$19.20
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$192.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Clothes Washers

Ranked #208 out of 376 in the clothes washers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$19.20 vs avg $24
$4.80/yr cheaper
Energy Use
120 kWh vs avg 149
29 kWh less
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use120 kWh/year
Federal Standard2 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$19.20
Monthly Cost (estimated)$1.60
Capacity2.30
Width24"
BrandLG
TypeFront Load
Date Certified2018-02-26

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$1.60
1 Year
$19.20
5 Years
$96.00
10 Years
$192.00

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 LG WM1385H* is cheaper to run than the average clothes washer in its category. At $19.20/year, you'll save approximately $48.00 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.