Fisher & Paykel RS18F*E*
Upright Freezer · 8.3
Summary
The Fisher & Paykel RS18F*E* is an upright freezer with 8.3 capacity that uses 345 kWh per year, costing approximately $55.20annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $552.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 31% less energy than the federal minimum standard, earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. This is an exceptionally efficient model.
Ranked #154 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $8.80 less per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #154 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 Fisher & Paykel RS18F*E* is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $55.20/year, you'll save approximately $88.00 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.
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.