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Hisense CFU17N6A*E

Upright Freezer · 17.0

Summary

The Hisense CFU17N6A*E is an upright freezer with 17.0 capacity that uses 437 kWh per year, costing approximately $69.92annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $699.20 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 #363 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $5.92 more per year than the category average of $64.

$69.92
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$699.20
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #363 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$69.92 vs avg $64
$5.92/yr more expensive
Energy Use
437 kWh vs avg 400
37 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use437 kWh/year
Federal Standard486 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$69.92
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.83
Capacity17.0
BrandHisense
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2024-07-12

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.83
1 Year
$69.92
5 Years
$349.60
10 Years
$699.20

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 Hisense CFU17N6A*E costs more to run than the average freezer. At $69.92/year, you'll pay approximately $59.20 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.