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Front LoadTop 10% cheapest to runENERGY STAR certified

Hisense WFU34633BW

4.6 cu ft · Front Load washing machine

Electricity, 11 years
$150
Per year
$14

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$14
Over 11 years
$150
Saves vs the federal maximum
$7/yr
Rank for running cost
#23 of 243

About the Hisense WFU34633BW

The Hisense WFU34633BW is a 4.6 cu ft front load washing machine certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 75 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $14 a year, or $150 over a typical 11-year life.

That is 33% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of washer (112 kWh a year), a saving of about $7 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.

Among 243 front load models it ranks #23 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $72 in electricity over 11 years, though it may differ in size and features.

If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Electrolux ELFW7337 series uses 50 kWh a year and would save about $50 over 11 years.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$14
Electricity over 11 years
$150
Add the price you pay
+ $150

75 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every large (4 to 5 cu ft) model ranked.

Electrolux ELFW7337 series4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $50
Electrolux ELTE7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $50
Electrolux ELTG7300*** - family4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $50
Frigidaire FWFX22D4EW4.4 cu ft$9/yrsaves $50

Specs

BrandHisense
ModelWFU34633BW
TypeFront Load
Energy use75 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type112 kWh / year
Water use4,342 gallons / year
Size4.6 cu ft
Width27 in
Load typeFront Load
Water efficiency (IWF)3.2
Energy efficiency (IMEF)2.76

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

Questions people ask

How much does the Hisense WFU34633BW cost to run?

About $14 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 75 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.

How much will the Hisense WFU34633BW cost in electricity over its life?

About $150 over 11 years, a typical life for a washing machine. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.

Is the Hisense WFU34633BW energy efficient?

Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 33% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.

Is there a cheaper washer to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The Electrolux ELFW7337 series uses 50 kWh a year, about $50 less in electricity over 11 years.

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