GE GTW681BMR***vsWhirlpool YWEF5727T**
Side-by-side washer comparison
GE GTW681BMR***
Tub Volume
4.6cu ft
IMEF
2.16cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
165kWh/yr
Annual Water
4614gal/yr
Whirlpool YWEF5727T**
Tub Volume
4.5cu ft
Annual Energy
140kWh/yr
Annual Water
4248gal/yr
Load Type
Front Load
Key differences
The GE GTW681BMR*** is larger at 4.6 cu ft versus 4.5 cu ft. Overall, the GE GTW681BMR*** sits higher in the category, ranking above 54% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 4.60 | 4.50 |
| Width(in) | 26.8 | 27 |
Efficiency
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.16 | — |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.57 | 1.84 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 3.4 | 3.2 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 6.5 | 4.7 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 165 | 140 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 4614 | 4248 |
Configuration
| Spec | GE | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Load Configuration | Top Load | Front Load |
| Intended Market | Residential | Residential |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Dryer Available | No | — |
| Additional Features | Gentle Cycle | Sanitize Option |