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Gaggenau RF463706

Upright Freezer · 11.2

Summary

The Gaggenau RF463706 is an upright freezer with 11.2 capacity that uses 454 kWh per year, costing approximately $72.64annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $726.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 17% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #422 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $8.64 more per year than the category average of $64.

$72.64
per year to run
67
efficiency score /100
$726.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #422 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$72.64 vs avg $64
$8.64/yr more expensive
Energy Use
454 kWh vs avg 400
54 kWh more
Efficiency Score
67 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use454 kWh/year
Federal Standard540 kWh/year
Better Than Standard17%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$72.64
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.05
Capacity11.2
BrandGaggenau
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2020-08-25

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.05
1 Year
$72.64
5 Years
$363.20
10 Years
$726.40

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 Gaggenau RF463706 costs more to run than the average freezer. At $72.64/year, you'll pay approximately $86.40 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.