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Thermador T18IF900SP

Upright Freezer · 8.6

Summary

The Thermador T18IF900SP is an upright freezer with 8.6 capacity that uses 418 kWh per year, costing approximately $66.88annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $668.80 in energy costs alone. It uses 17% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #318 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $2.88 more per year than the category average of $64.

$66.88
per year to run
67
efficiency score /100
$668.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #318 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$66.88 vs avg $64
$2.88/yr more expensive
Energy Use
418 kWh vs avg 400
18 kWh more
Efficiency Score
67 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use418 kWh/year
Federal Standard494 kWh/year
Better Than Standard17%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$66.88
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.57
Capacity8.6
BrandThermador
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2017-03-06

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.57
1 Year
$66.88
5 Years
$334.40
10 Years
$668.80

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 Thermador T18IF900SP costs more to run than the average freezer. At $66.88/year, you'll pay approximately $28.80 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.

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.