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Midea WHS-109FW1

Compact · 3.0

Summary

The Midea WHS-109FW1 is a compact with 3.0 capacity that uses 240 kWh per year, costing approximately $38.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $384.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 12% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

Ranked #83 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $25.60 less per year than the category average of $64.

$38.40
per year to run
62
efficiency score /100
$384.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #83 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$38.40 vs avg $64
$25.60/yr cheaper
Energy Use
240 kWh vs avg 400
160 kWh less
Efficiency Score
62 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use240 kWh/year
Federal Standard272 kWh/year
Better Than Standard12%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$38.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$3.20
Capacity3.0
BrandMidea
TypeCompact
Date Certified2024-08-27

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$3.20
1 Year
$38.40
5 Years
$192.00
10 Years
$384.00

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 WHS-109FW1 is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $38.40/year, you'll save approximately $256.00 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.