Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C
Upright Freezer · 11.1
Summary
The Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C is an upright freezer with 11.1 capacity that uses 249 kWh per year, costing approximately $39.84annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $398.40 in energy costs alone. It uses 37% less energy than the federal minimum standard, earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. This is an exceptionally efficient model.
Ranked #98 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $24.16 less per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #98 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 Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $39.84/year, you'll save approximately $241.60 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.
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.