Best Energy-Efficient Washing Machines (Class A)

About the energy label

All washing machines in the EU have an energy label, where you can find the most essential information about the machine, such as its energy efficiency class and energy consumption.

The energy label makes it easier to compare key specifications between washing machines. On the energy label, you can find the following information:

• Energy efficiency class
• Energy consumption per 100 cycles
• Water consumption per cycle
• Duration per cycle
• Drying performance
• Noise level
• Noise level class

Pick a model in energy class A if you want an energy-efficient washing machine.

Energy consumption comparison

The average energy consumption for a washing machine is 55 kWh per 100 washing cycles. Among the energy-efficient models, the average energy consumption is 49 kWh.

Generally, a washing machine with a small capacity (6 or 7 kg) uses less energy than a larger one (9 or 10 kg).

This chart shows the distribution of energy consumption among washing machines.

Washing machines with the lowest energy consumption

The washing machine with the lowest energy consumption is AEG LFR71864B, which has an energy consumption of just 42 kWh per 100 cycles. Baumatic BWI148D4E is the washing machine with the highest energy consumption at 73 kWh per 100 cycles.

This is a list of the five washing machines with the lowest energy consumption.

Are energy-efficient washing machines more expensive?

The average price among the efficient washing machines is £817. The distribution in price compared to all washing machines is shown in the diagram below.

Which energy-efficient washing machine is the cheapest?

The least expensive energy-efficient washing machine, the AEG LFR61844B model, is priced at £355.

These are the five cheapest washing machines, which are also in energy class A:

How many washing machines are in energy class A?

Our comparison of washing machines represents 35 models. 56% of these are in energy class A. The distribution in energy class is shown in the diagram below.

Types of washing machines

We distinguish between 3 types of washing machines:

• Top-load washing machines
• Front-load washing machines
• Washer-dryers

A front-load washing machine is generally the best choice for an energy-efficient model. The average energy consumption among the various types is as follows:

• Front-load washing machine: 55 kWh
• Washer-dryer: 62 kWh (only washing)

How to save energy with your washing machine

You might see a rise in your monthly electricity bill depending on how regularly you use your washing machine.

If you’re looking for ways to save energy where your washing machine is concerned, check out the following tips:

• Use colder water: If you pick a colder temperature when washing (e.g., 30 degrees instead of 40 degrees), you will lower the energy consumption.
• Lower spin speed: Reducing the spin speed and air-drying clothes afterward can help minimize energy consumption.
• Only run full: By only washing when your washing machine is filled up, you might save some money in the long run.
• Use the Eco wash cycle: The Eco wash cycle is specifically designed to decrease the washing machine’s energy usage. Although this cycle takes longer to finish, it operates at a lower energy consumption rate than a standard washing cycle.

Comparison of the energy consumption

What is the energy consumption of a washing machine compared to other household appliances? In the following chart, we have compared the average energy consumption for various household appliances:

The energy consumption for the various refrigerators is based on annual consumption. For dishwashers, washer-dryers, and washing machines, it is based on 100 eco cycles.