LG WashCombo WM6998HBA vs GE UltraFast Combo GFW850SPNRS
LG WashCombo WM6998HBA wins — The LG WashCombo wins on energy efficiency and long-term running costs; the GE UltraFast wins on cycle speed if time is …
Scores: LG WashCombo WM6998HBA 7.9/10 · GE UltraFast Combo GFW850SPNRS 6.7/10
The LG WashCombo wins on energy efficiency and long-term running costs; the GE UltraFast wins on cycle speed if time is your main constraint.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| LG WashCombo WM6998HBA | GE UltraFast Combo GFW850SPNRS |
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| Drum Capacity | 5.0 cu ft | 4.8 cu ft |
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| Drying Method | Heat pump (ventless) | Condensation + warm air (ventless) |
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| Combo Cycle Time | ~3 hrs | ~2 hrs |
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| Estimated kWh/year | ~170 kWh | ~310 kWh |
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| Noise (wash) | 44 dBA | 47 dBA |
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| MSRP | $1,999 | $1,699 |
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LG WashCombo WM6998HBA
What works
- Heat pump drying uses ~50% less energy per cycle than condensation systems
- 5.0 cu ft capacity handles king comforters
- ThinQ AI app with reliable remote start and cycle alerts
What doesn't
- Combo cycle time of ~3 hours frustrates users who need quick turnarounds
- Heat pump compressor adds a potential repair point not present in simpler designs
- Requires cold-water inlet — no hot-water hookup needed, which surprises some installers
GE UltraFast Combo GFW850SPNRS
What works
- Full wash-and-dry combo cycles finish in ~2 hours vs LG's ~3 hours
- Lower MSRP ($1,649–$1,799 vs $1,999)
- GE's SmartHQ integration works natively with Google Home
What doesn't
- Higher energy use per cycle due to resistance-assisted condensation heat
- 4.8 cu ft drum is slightly smaller than LG's 5.0 cu ft
- First-year service rate slightly higher than LG's in Yale Appliance data
Bottom line
Our pick: LG WashCombo WM6998HBA.
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