Fisher & Paykel RS18F
Upright Freezer · 7.8
Summary
The Fisher & Paykel RS18F is an upright freezer with 7.8 capacity that uses 415 kWh per year, costing approximately $66.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $664.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 15% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.
Ranked #310 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $2.40 more per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #310 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 costs more to run than the average freezer. At $66.40/year, you'll pay approximately $24.00 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.