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Fisher & Paykel RS30F

Upright Freezer · 15.6

Summary

The Fisher & Paykel RS30F is an upright freezer with 15.6 capacity that uses 491 kWh per year, costing approximately $78.56annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $785.60 in energy costs alone. It uses 22% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #454 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $14.56 more per year than the category average of $64.

$78.56
per year to run
72
efficiency score /100
$785.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #454 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$78.56 vs avg $64
$14.56/yr more expensive
Energy Use
491 kWh vs avg 400
91 kWh more
Efficiency Score
72 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use491 kWh/year
Federal Standard616 kWh/year
Better Than Standard22%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$78.56
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.55
Capacity15.6
BrandFisher & Paykel
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2018-05-23

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.55
1 Year
$78.56
5 Years
$392.80
10 Years
$785.60

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 Fisher & Paykel RS30F costs more to run than the average freezer. At $78.56/year, you'll pay approximately $145.60 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.