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Frigidaire FFUF2021A*

Upright Freezer · 20.0

Summary

The Frigidaire FFUF2021A* is an upright freezer with 20.0 capacity that uses 478 kWh per year, costing approximately $76.48annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $764.80 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 #440 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $12.48 more per year than the category average of $64.

$76.48
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$764.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #440 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$76.48 vs avg $64
$12.48/yr more expensive
Energy Use
478 kWh vs avg 400
78 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use478 kWh/year
Federal Standard531 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$76.48
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.37
Capacity20.0
BrandFrigidaire
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2021-11-02

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.37
1 Year
$76.48
5 Years
$382.40
10 Years
$764.80

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 Frigidaire FFUF2021A* costs more to run than the average freezer. At $76.48/year, you'll pay approximately $124.80 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.