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Frigidaire GRDF1911A*

Upright Freezer · 18.8

Summary

The Frigidaire GRDF1911A* is an upright freezer with 18.8 capacity that uses 461 kWh per year, costing approximately $73.76annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $737.60 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 #434 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $9.76 more per year than the category average of $64.

$73.76
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$737.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #434 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$73.76 vs avg $64
$9.76/yr more expensive
Energy Use
461 kWh vs avg 400
61 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use461 kWh/year
Federal Standard513 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$73.76
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.15
Capacity18.8
BrandFrigidaire
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2025-08-15

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.15
1 Year
$73.76
5 Years
$368.80
10 Years
$737.60

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 Frigidaire GRDF1911A* costs more to run than the average freezer. At $73.76/year, you'll pay approximately $97.60 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.