Marathon MCF35W-1
Compact · 3.5
Summary
The Marathon MCF35W-1 is a compact with 3.5 capacity that uses 172 kWh per year, costing approximately $27.52annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $275.20 in energy costs alone. It uses 11% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.
Ranked #6 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $36.48 less per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #6 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 Marathon MCF35W-1 is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $27.52/year, you'll save approximately $364.80 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.