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Miele FNS 7794 E

Compact · 7.5

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Miele FNS 7794 E is a compact with 7.5 capacity that uses 350 kWh per year, costing approximately $56.00annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $560.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 28% less energy than the federal minimum standard, earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #160 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $8.00 less per year than the category average of $64.

$56.00
per year to run
78
efficiency score /100
$560.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #160 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$56.00 vs avg $64
$8.00/yr cheaper
Energy Use
350 kWh vs avg 400
50 kWh less
Efficiency Score
78 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use350 kWh/year
Federal Standard486 kWh/year
Better Than Standard28%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$56.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$4.67
Capacity7.5
BrandMiele
TypeCompact
Date Certified2026-01-07

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$4.67
1 Year
$56.00
5 Years
$280.00
10 Years
$560.00

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 Miele FNS 7794 E is cheaper to run than the average freezer in its category. At $56.00/year, you'll save approximately $80.00 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.

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.