GE GFD45GSM***vsWhirlpool YWHD560CH**
Side-by-side dryer comparison
GE GFD45GSM***
Drum Capacity
7.5cu ft
CEF
3.48lb/kWh
Annual Energy
687kWh/yr
Type
Gas
Whirlpool YWHD560CH**
Drum Capacity
7.4cu ft
CEF
5.20lb/kWh
Annual Energy
460kWh/yr
Type
Electric
Key differences
Whirlpool YWHD560CH** is 33% more efficient at 5.20 lb/kWh versus 3.48 lb/kWh for the GE GFD45GSM***. The GE GFD45GSM*** is larger at 7.5 cu ft versus 7.4 cu ft. Overall, the Whirlpool YWHD560CH** sits higher in the category, ranking above 89% of certified clothes dryers.
Capacity
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Drum Capacity(cu ft) | 7.5 | 7.4 |
Dimensions
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 27 | 27 |
| Height(in) | 39.4 | 38 |
| Depth(in) | 33 | 31 |
Energy
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Energy Factor(lb/kWh) | 3.48 | 5.20 |
| Estimated Annual Energy(kWh/yr) | 687 | 460 |
| Test Cycle Time(min) | 64 | 70 |
| Test Cycle | COTTONS CYCLE, TEMPERATURE SETTING LOW, DRYNESS SETTING OF DRY. | REGULAR + NORMAL, HIGH TEMP (4 DOTS), DRYNESS LEVEL NORMAL (2 DOTS), ECO ON, AUTO TERM |
| Most Efficient | No | Yes |
Configuration
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Gas Standard Vented | Electric Standard Ventless |
| Type | Gas | Electric |
| Vented or Ventless | Vented | Ventless |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Washer Available | No | Yes |
| Additional Features | Time remaining display | Drum light, Time remaining display, Wrinkle prevention option, Steam cycle, Sanitization cycle |