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Midea MRU01M3AWW

Compact · 1.1

Summary

The Midea MRU01M3AWW is a compact with 1.1 capacity that uses 215 kWh per year, costing approximately $34.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $344.00 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 #36 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $29.60 less per year than the category average of $64.

$34.40
per year to run
61
efficiency score /100
$344.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #36 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$34.40 vs avg $64
$29.60/yr cheaper
Energy Use
215 kWh vs avg 400
185 kWh less
Efficiency Score
61 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use215 kWh/year
Federal Standard242 kWh/year
Better Than Standard11%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$34.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.87
Capacity1.1
BrandMidea
TypeCompact
Date Certified2021-05-12

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.87
1 Year
$34.40
5 Years
$172.00
10 Years
$344.00

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 Midea MRU01M3AWW is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $34.40/year, you'll save approximately $296.00 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.

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.