Hotpoint HCM22QW*WW
Chest Freezer · 21.7
Summary
The Hotpoint HCM22QW*WW is a chest freezer with 21.7 capacity that uses 346 kWh per year, costing approximately $55.36annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $553.60 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 #157 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $8.64 less per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #157 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
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 Hotpoint HCM22QW*WW is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $55.36/year, you'll save approximately $86.40 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.
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.