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Fhiaba S300TST3IU

Bottom Freezer · 15.5

Summary

The Fhiaba S300TST3IU is a bottom freezer with 15.5 capacity that uses 540 kWh per year, costing approximately $86.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $864.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 11% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

Ranked #3421 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $24.40 more per year than the category average of $62. At 30" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$86.40
per year to run
61
efficiency score /100
$864.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #3421 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$86.40 vs avg $62
$24.40/yr more expensive
Energy Use
540 kWh vs avg 385
155 kWh more
Efficiency Score
61 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use540 kWh/year
Federal Standard594 kWh/year
Better Than Standard11%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$86.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$7.20
Capacity15.5
Width30"
Height85"
BrandFhiaba
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2024-07-16

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$7.20
1 Year
$86.40
5 Years
$432.00
10 Years
$864.00

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 Fhiaba S300TST3IU costs more to run than the average refrigerator. At $86.40/year, you'll pay approximately $244.00 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.