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GE FUF17DL****

Upright Freezer · 17.3

Summary

The GE FUF17DL**** is an upright freezer with 17.3 capacity that uses 441 kWh per year, costing approximately $70.56annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $705.60 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 #396 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $6.56 more per year than the category average of $64.

$70.56
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$705.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #396 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$70.56 vs avg $64
$6.56/yr more expensive
Energy Use
441 kWh vs avg 400
41 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use441 kWh/year
Federal Standard490 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$70.56
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.88
Capacity17.3
BrandGE
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2020-03-12

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.88
1 Year
$70.56
5 Years
$352.80
10 Years
$705.60

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 GE FUF17DL**** costs more to run than the average freezer. At $70.56/year, you'll pay approximately $65.60 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.