Maytag MED5500FW*vsWhirlpool YWED99HED*+
Side-by-side dryer comparison
Maytag MED5500FW*
Drum Capacity
7.4cu ft
CEF
3.93lb/kWh
Annual Energy
608kWh/yr
Type
Electric
Whirlpool YWED99HED*+
Drum Capacity
7.3cu ft
CEF
4.50lb/kWh
Annual Energy
531kWh/yr
Type
Electric
Key differences
Whirlpool YWED99HED*+ is 13% more efficient at 4.50 lb/kWh versus 3.93 lb/kWh for the Maytag MED5500FW*. The Maytag MED5500FW* is larger at 7.4 cu ft versus 7.3 cu ft. Overall, the Whirlpool YWED99HED*+ sits higher in the category, ranking above 88% of certified clothes dryers.
Capacity
| Spec | Maytag | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Drum Capacity(cu ft) | 7.4 | 7.3 |
Dimensions
| Spec | Maytag | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 27 | 27 |
| Height(in) | 38 | 38 |
| Depth(in) | 31 | 30 |
Energy
| Spec | Maytag | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Energy Factor(lb/kWh) | 3.93 | 4.50 |
| Estimated Annual Energy(kWh/yr) | 608 | 531 |
| Test Cycle Time(min) | 72 | 71 |
| Test Cycle | NORMAL CYCLE, ENERGY SAVER, AUTOMATIC TERMINATION, MEDIUM HEAT, NORMAL DRYNESS LEVEL. | ECO, NORMAL CYCLE, AUTOMATIC TERMINATION, MEDIUM HEAT, NORMAL DRYNESS LEVEL |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Configuration
| Spec | Maytag | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Electric Standard Vented | Electric Standard Ventless |
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Vented or Ventless | Vented | Ventless |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Washer Available | No | No |
| Additional Features | Drum light, Time remaining display, Wrinkle prevention option, Steam cycle, Energy monitor/indicator, Sanitization cycle, Filter cleaning indicator | Other |