Dacor DRZ36980***
Upright Freezer · 21.4
Summary
The Dacor DRZ36980*** is an upright freezer with 21.4 capacity that uses 580 kWh per year, costing approximately $92.80annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $928.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 20% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.
Ranked #595 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $28.80 more per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #595 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
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 Dacor DRZ36980*** costs more to run than the average freezer. At $92.80/year, you'll pay approximately $288.00 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.