Samsung WA49B5205A*vsWhirlpool WFW6605M**
Side-by-side washer comparison
Samsung WA49B5205A*
Tub Volume
4.9cu ft
IMEF
2.06cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
120kWh/yr
Annual Water
6165gal/yr
Whirlpool WFW6605M**
Tub Volume
5cu ft
IMEF
2.76cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
150kWh/yr
Annual Water
4720gal/yr
Key differences
Whirlpool WFW6605M** is 25% more efficient at 2.76 cu ft/kWh versus 2.06 cu ft/kWh for the Samsung WA49B5205A*. The Whirlpool WFW6605M** is larger at 5 cu ft versus 4.9 cu ft. Overall, the Whirlpool WFW6605M** sits higher in the category, ranking above 64% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | Samsung | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 4.90 | 5 |
| Width(in) | 27.5 | 27 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Samsung | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.06 | 2.76 |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.57 | 1.84 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 4.3 | 3.2 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 6.5 | 4.7 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | Samsung | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 120 | 150 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 6165 | 4720 |
Configuration
| Spec | Samsung | Whirlpool |
|---|---|---|
| Load Configuration | Top Load | Front Load |
| Intended Market | Residential | Residential |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Dryer Available | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Features | Steam Cycle, Delicates | Steam Cycle |