Wood's WUF170SL
Upright Freezer · 17.4
Summary
The Wood's WUF170SL is an upright freezer with 17.4 capacity that uses 443 kWh per year, costing approximately $70.88annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $708.80 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 #399 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $6.88 more per year than the category average of $64.
How This Compares to Other Freezers
Ranked #399 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 Wood's WUF170SL costs more to run than the average freezer. At $70.88/year, you'll pay approximately $68.80 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.