Washing machines · comparison
LG WXC101412MB vs Whirlpool FWHD12002IW: front load washing machines
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The Whirlpool FWHD12002IW costs about $9 a year less to run at 32¢/kWh.
Prices
Side by side
| LGWXC101412MB | WhirlpoolFWHD12002IW | |
|---|---|---|
| Buying | ||
| Best price | $1,999 | not listed |
| Running costs at 32¢/kWh | ||
| Energy stars | 5 ★ | 5 ★ |
| kWh a year | 304 | 276 |
| Cost a year | $97 | $88 |
| Cost per wash | about 27c | about 24c |
| Size | ||
| Width | 650 mm | not listed |
| Depth | 615 mm | not listed |
| Height | 850 mm | not listed |
| Capacity and cycle | ||
| Capacity | 12 kg | 12 kg |
| Load type | Front, washer-dryer | Front |
| Spin speed | 1400 rpm | not listed |
| Labelled cycle | 9 h 30 m | 4 h 57 m |
| Registry | ||
| Made in | China,South Korea,Thailand,Vietnam | China |
| Registration no. | ACW1684 | ACW1777 |
How we compare
Specifications are from the Australian Government's GEMS registration database (export 27 Aug 2026); dimensions and spin speeds missing from the registry come from retailer spec sheets, and the registry's figure is used where both exist. Prices are from the retailers shown, on the dates shown. Running costs apply 32¢/kWh to the registry's labelled test program, which assumes one warm wash a day; household bills vary with use and tariff.
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