POLAR ELITE POLUF21WS
Upright Freezer · 21.0
Summary
The POLAR ELITE POLUF21WS is an upright freezer with 21.0 capacity that uses 492 kWh per year, costing approximately $78.72annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $787.20 in energy costs alone. It uses 10% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.
Ranked #475 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $14.72 more per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #475 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 POLAR ELITE POLUF21WS costs more to run than the average freezer. At $78.72/year, you'll pay approximately $147.20 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.