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BLACK DECKER BR1810HIMW

Top Freezer · 18.1

Summary

The BLACK DECKER BR1810HIMW is a top freezer with 18.1 capacity that uses 450 kWh per year, costing approximately $72.00annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $720.00 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.

Ranked #2981 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $10.00 more per year than the category average of $62. At 29.7" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$72.00
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$720.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #2981 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$72.00 vs avg $62
$10.00/yr more expensive
Energy Use
450 kWh vs avg 385
65 kWh more
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use450 kWh/year
Federal Standard410 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$72.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$6.00
Capacity18.1
Width29.7"
Height66.1"
BrandBLACK DECKER
TypeTop Freezer
Date Certified2025-02-13

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$6.00
1 Year
$72.00
5 Years
$360.00
10 Years
$720.00

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 BLACK DECKER BR1810HIMW costs more to run than the average refrigerator. At $72.00/year, you'll pay approximately $100.00 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.