GE GTW485BMM***vsGE GTW491BMR***
Side-by-side washer comparison
GE GTW485BMM***
Tub Volume
4.2cu ft
IMEF
2.15cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
160kWh/yr
Annual Water
4956gal/yr
GE GTW491BMR***
Tub Volume
4.1cu ft
IMEF
2.06cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
156kWh/yr
Annual Water
5252gal/yr
Key differences
GE GTW485BMM*** is 4% more efficient at 2.15 cu ft/kWh versus 2.06 cu ft/kWh for the GE GTW491BMR***. The GE GTW485BMM*** is larger at 4.2 cu ft versus 4.1 cu ft. Overall, the GE GTW485BMM*** sits higher in the category, ranking above 26% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 4.20 | 4.10 |
| Width(in) | 26.9 | 26.8 |
Efficiency
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.15 | 2.06 |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.57 | 1.57 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 4 | 4.3 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 160 | 156 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 4956 | 5252 |
Configuration
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| Load Configuration | Top Load | Top Load |
| Intended Market | Residential | Residential |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Dryer Available | No | No |
| Additional Features | Gentle Cycle, Other | Gentle Cycle |