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AVIVA ARBM177SE

Bottom Freezer · 17.8

Summary

The AVIVA ARBM177SE is a bottom freezer with 17.8 capacity that uses 458 kWh per year, costing approximately $73.28annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $732.80 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 #3051 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $11.28 more per year than the category average of $62. At 31.3" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$73.28
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$732.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #3051 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$73.28 vs avg $62
$11.28/yr more expensive
Energy Use
458 kWh vs avg 385
73 kWh more
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use458 kWh/year
Federal Standard510 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$73.28
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.11
Capacity17.8
Width31.3"
Height67.9"
BrandAVIVA
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2024-05-22

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.11
1 Year
$73.28
5 Years
$366.40
10 Years
$732.80

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 AVIVA ARBM177SE costs more to run than the average refrigerator. At $73.28/year, you'll pay approximately $112.80 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 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.