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Bosch B18IF905SP

Upright Freezer · 8.6

Summary

The Bosch B18IF905SP is an upright freezer with 8.6 capacity that uses 404 kWh per year, costing approximately $64.64annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $646.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 20% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #303 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $0.64 more per year than the category average of $64.

$64.64
per year to run
70
efficiency score /100
$646.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #303 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$64.64 vs avg $64
$0.64/yr more expensive
Energy Use
404 kWh vs avg 400
4 kWh more
Efficiency Score
70 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use404 kWh/year
Federal Standard494 kWh/year
Better Than Standard20%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$64.64
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.39
Capacity8.6
BrandBosch
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2020-08-25

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$5.39
1 Year
$64.64
5 Years
$323.20
10 Years
$646.40

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The Bosch B18IF905SP costs more to run than the average freezer. At $64.64/year, you'll pay approximately $6.40 more over 10 years compared to a typical model. Consider whether its other features justify the higher operating cost.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a freezer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.