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Fhiaba S180FZ6IU

Upright Freezer · 7.9

Summary

The Fhiaba S180FZ6IU is an upright freezer with 7.9 capacity that uses 440 kWh per year, costing approximately $70.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $704.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 10% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

Ranked #392 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $6.40 more per year than the category average of $64.

$70.40
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$704.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #392 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$70.40 vs avg $64
$6.40/yr more expensive
Energy Use
440 kWh vs avg 400
40 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use440 kWh/year
Federal Standard482 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$70.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.87
Capacity7.9
BrandFhiaba
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2026-03-25

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.87
1 Year
$70.40
5 Years
$352.00
10 Years
$704.00

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 Fhiaba S180FZ6IU costs more to run than the average freezer. At $70.40/year, you'll pay approximately $64.00 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.

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.