Midea MLFW53S4BBWvsWhirlpool WTW8127L**
Side-by-side washer comparison
Midea MLFW53S4BBW
Tub Volume
5.3cu ft
IMEF
2.76cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
117kWh/yr
Annual Water
5003gal/yr
Whirlpool WTW8127L**
Tub Volume
5.2cu ft
IMEF
2.06cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
260kWh/yr
Annual Water
6622gal/yr
Key differences
Midea MLFW53S4BBW is 25% more efficient at 2.76 cu ft/kWh versus 2.06 cu ft/kWh for the Whirlpool WTW8127L**. The Midea MLFW53S4BBW is larger at 5.3 cu ft versus 5.2 cu ft. Overall, the Midea MLFW53S4BBW sits higher in the category, ranking above 81% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | Midea | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 5.30 | 5.20 |
| Width(in) | 28 | 27 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Midea | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.76 | 2.06 |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.84 | 1.57 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 3.2 | 4.3 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 4.7 | 6.5 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | Midea | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 117 | 260 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 5003 | 6622 |
Configuration
| Spec | Midea | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Load Configuration | Front Load | Top Load |
| Intended Market | Residential | Residential |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Dryer Available | — | Yes |
| Additional Features | None | Delayed Start, Anti-Wrinkle, Sanitize Option, Gentle Cycle, Wrinkle Control, Delicate Cycle, Sanitize w/Oxi |