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Liebherr MF3051

Upright Freezer · 15.2

Summary

The Liebherr MF3051 is an upright freezer with 15.2 capacity that uses 528 kWh per year, costing approximately $84.48annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $844.80 in energy costs alone. It uses 15% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #567 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $20.48 more per year than the category average of $64.

$84.48
per year to run
65
efficiency score /100
$844.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #567 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$84.48 vs avg $64
$20.48/yr more expensive
Energy Use
528 kWh vs avg 400
128 kWh more
Efficiency Score
65 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use528 kWh/year
Federal Standard609 kWh/year
Better Than Standard15%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$84.48
Monthly Cost (estimated)$7.04
Capacity15.2
BrandLiebherr
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2019-08-21

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$7.04
1 Year
$84.48
5 Years
$422.40
10 Years
$844.80

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 MF3051 costs more to run than the average freezer. At $84.48/year, you'll pay approximately $204.80 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.