GE GTW686BMY***vsGE GTW690BM***
Side-by-side washer comparison
GE GTW686BMY***
Tub Volume
4.4cu ft
IMEF
2.09cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
156kWh/yr
Annual Water
4955gal/yr
GE GTW690BM***
Tub Volume
4.6cu ft
IMEF
2.06cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
165kWh/yr
Annual Water
5292gal/yr
Key differences
Both models are closely matched on imef: 2.09 vs 2.06 cu ft/kWh. The GE GTW690BM*** is larger at 4.6 cu ft versus 4.4 cu ft. Overall, the GE GTW686BMY*** sits higher in the category, ranking above 29% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 4.40 | 4.60 |
| Width(in) | 26.8 | 26.8 |
Efficiency
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.09 | 2.06 |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.57 | 1.57 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | GE | GE |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 156 | 165 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 4955 | 5292 |
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 | Delayed Start |