ELLIPSE ELDF278WvsWhirlpool WGD9500EC*
Side-by-side dryer comparison
ELLIPSE ELDF278W
Drum Capacity
8cu ft
CEF
3.93lb/kWh
Annual Energy
608kWh/yr
Type
Electric
Whirlpool WGD9500EC*
Drum Capacity
8.2cu ft
CEF
3.48lb/kWh
Annual Energy
687kWh/yr
Type
Gas
Key differences
ELLIPSE ELDF278W is 11% more efficient at 3.93 lb/kWh versus 3.48 lb/kWh for the Whirlpool WGD9500EC*. The Whirlpool WGD9500EC* is larger at 8.2 cu ft versus 8 cu ft. Overall, the ELLIPSE ELDF278W sits higher in the category, ranking above 87% of certified clothes dryers.
Capacity
| Spec | ELLIPSE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Drum Capacity(cu ft) | 8 | 8.2 |
Dimensions
| Spec | ELLIPSE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 27 | 29 |
| Height(in) | 39 | 41 |
| Depth(in) | 33.7 | 33 |
Energy
| Spec | ELLIPSE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Energy Factor(lb/kWh) | 3.93 | 3.48 |
| Estimated Annual Energy(kWh/yr) | 608 | 687 |
| Test Cycle Time(min) | 60 | 61 |
| Test Cycle | Normal | ECOBOOST, MIXED + NORMAL CYCLE, AUTOMATIC TERMINATION, HIGH HEAT, MID-POINT DRYNESS LEVEL. |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Configuration
| Spec | ELLIPSE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Electric Standard Vented | Gas Standard Vented |
| Type | Electric | Gas |
| Vented or Ventless | Vented | Vented |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Washer Available | — | No |
| Additional Features | None | Drum light, Time remaining display, Wrinkle prevention option, Steam cycle, Energy monitor/indicator, Sanitization cycle, Filter cleaning indicator |