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Fhiaba S240FZ3IU

Upright Freezer · 12.1

Summary

The Fhiaba S240FZ3IU is an upright freezer with 12.1 capacity that uses 506 kWh per year, costing approximately $80.96annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $809.60 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 #542 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $16.96 more per year than the category average of $64.

$80.96
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$809.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #542 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$80.96 vs avg $64
$16.96/yr more expensive
Energy Use
506 kWh vs avg 400
106 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use506 kWh/year
Federal Standard554 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$80.96
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.75
Capacity12.1
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
$6.75
1 Year
$80.96
5 Years
$404.80
10 Years
$809.60

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 S240FZ3IU costs more to run than the average freezer. At $80.96/year, you'll pay approximately $169.60 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.