Washing Machines

GE GFW490RSKWW

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested GE GFW480SSKWW although it may differ in price and features. Not stackable

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CR's Expert Take

How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model incorporates our expert lab test results, as well as ratings for that brand’s reliability and owner satisfaction from our annual product owner survey of members.

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Current Range of Tested Front-Load Washers

What goes into the Overall Score?

OWNER SURVEYS

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Washing performance

/ 5

Energy efficiency

/ 5

Water efficiency

/ 5

Gentleness

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

Vibration

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)

/ 5

Cycle time (min.)

/ 5

Height (in.)

/ 5

Width (in.)

/ 5

Depth (in.)

/ 5

About

The GE GFW490RSKWW is part of the Washing Machines test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Front-Load Washer models like the GFW490RSKWW are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Washing performance: How well it cleans prestained swatches in a representative test load of mixed cotton items using the machines most aggressive normal cycle. (We do not use special cycles or option buttons.)

Energy efficiency: Indicates the energy needed to heat the water, run the washer, and remove the water left in clothes after the spin cycle finishes.

Water efficiency: How much water is used per pound of clothing for our test load.

Brand Reliability & Satisfaction

#? in Reliability of all Front-Load Washer Brands

Did the brand perform consistently well over time?

PREDICTED RELIABILITY SCORE

/ 100

Predicted brand reliability scores are based on the likelihood of newly purchased front-load washers experiencing a problem, adjusted for extended warranty or service contract status and product usage, by the end of the 5th year of ownership. Higher scores mean better reliability. Ranked #? of 10

Would our members recommend this brand?

OWNER SATISFACTION SCORE

/ 100

Brand owner satisfaction scores are based on how likely owners are to recommend their front-load washer to their friends and family. Ranked #? of 10

Source: Consumer Reports' 2022, 2023, and 2024 Fall Surveys

Features & Specs

Style

Front-load washers

Exterior Dimensions

40 in. high , 28 in. wide

34 in. deep

Features

Stainless steel tub

Yes

Auto temp. control

Yes

Auto bleach dispenser

Yes

Auto detergent dispenser

Yes

Auto fabric softener dispenser

Yes

Extra rinse cycle

Yes

End-of-cycle signal

Yes

WiFi

Steam option

Yes

Deep Fill

Specs

Energy Star

Yes

Type

Front-load washers

Stackable

Dimensions (in.)

40 x 28 x 34

Requires HE detergent

Yes

Warranty (yrs.)

1 year

Price & Shop

GE GFW490RSKWW

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