AVALLON AWC242FDPRG
Compact Cooler · 5.2
Summary
The AVALLON AWC242FDPRG is a compact cooler with 5.2 capacity that uses 156 kWh per year, costing approximately $24.96annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $249.60 in energy costs alone. It uses 21% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.
Ranked #124 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $37.04 less per year than the category average of $62. At 23.8" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.
How This Compares to Other Refrigerators
Ranked #124 out of 4363 in the refrigerators 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 AVALLON AWC242FDPRG is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $24.96/year, you'll save approximately $370.40 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.
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.