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Forno FFFFD1738-28LS

Upright Freezer · 14.0

Summary

The Forno FFFFD1738-28LS is an upright freezer with 14.0 capacity that uses 449 kWh per year, costing approximately $71.84annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $718.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 16% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #409 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $7.84 more per year than the category average of $64.

$71.84
per year to run
66
efficiency score /100
$718.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #409 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$71.84 vs avg $64
$7.84/yr more expensive
Energy Use
449 kWh vs avg 400
49 kWh more
Efficiency Score
66 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use449 kWh/year
Federal Standard524 kWh/year
Better Than Standard16%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$71.84
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.99
Capacity14.0
BrandForno
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2025-07-11

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.99
1 Year
$71.84
5 Years
$359.20
10 Years
$718.40

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 Forno FFFFD1738-28LS costs more to run than the average freezer. At $71.84/year, you'll pay approximately $78.40 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.