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Whirlpool WZF57R16F***

Upright Freezer · 15.7

Summary

The Whirlpool WZF57R16F*** is an upright freezer with 15.7 capacity that uses 419 kWh per year, costing approximately $67.04annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $670.40 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 #320 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $3.04 more per year than the category average of $64.

$67.04
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$670.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #320 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$67.04 vs avg $64
$3.04/yr more expensive
Energy Use
419 kWh vs avg 400
19 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 62
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use419 kWh/year
Federal Standard466 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$67.04
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.59
Capacity15.7
BrandWhirlpool
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2016-06-14

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.59
1 Year
$67.04
5 Years
$335.20
10 Years
$670.40

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 Whirlpool WZF57R16F*** costs more to run than the average freezer. At $67.04/year, you'll pay approximately $30.40 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.