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Liebherr MF 2461

Upright Freezer · 11.5

Summary

The Liebherr MF 2461 is an upright freezer with 11.5 capacity that uses 418 kWh per year, costing approximately $66.88annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $668.80 in energy costs alone. It uses 25% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #315 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $2.88 more per year than the category average of $64.

$66.88
per year to run
75
efficiency score /100
$668.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #315 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$66.88 vs avg $64
$2.88/yr more expensive
Energy Use
418 kWh vs avg 400
18 kWh more
Efficiency Score
75 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use418 kWh/year
Federal Standard544 kWh/year
Better Than Standard25%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$66.88
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.57
Capacity11.5
BrandLiebherr
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2026-01-07

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.57
1 Year
$66.88
5 Years
$334.40
10 Years
$668.80

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 Liebherr MF 2461 costs more to run than the average freezer. At $66.88/year, you'll pay approximately $28.80 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.