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ARCTIC CHEF ACFR320-LIME-AMZ-6COM

Compact Refrigerator · 3.1

Summary

The ARCTIC CHEF ACFR320-LIME-AMZ-6COM is a compact refrigerator with 3.1 capacity that uses 215 kWh per year, costing approximately $34.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $344.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 12% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

Ranked #510 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $27.60 less per year than the category average of $62. At 17.8" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$34.40
per year to run
62
efficiency score /100
$344.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #510 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$34.40 vs avg $62
$27.60/yr cheaper
Energy Use
215 kWh vs avg 385
170 kWh less
Efficiency Score
62 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use215 kWh/year
Federal Standard243 kWh/year
Better Than Standard12%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$34.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.87
Capacity3.1
Width17.8"
Height33.3"
BrandARCTIC CHEF
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2024-06-03

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.87
1 Year
$34.40
5 Years
$172.00
10 Years
$344.00

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 ARCTIC CHEF ACFR320-LIME-AMZ-6COM is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $34.40/year, you'll save approximately $276.00 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a refrigerator. 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.