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Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2

Bottom Freezer · 9.4

ENERGY STAR Most Efficient

Summary

The Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2 is a bottom freezer with 9.4 capacity that uses 200 kWh per year, costing approximately $32.00annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $320.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 55% less energy than the federal minimum standard, earning ENERGY STAR's "Most Efficient" designation — the top tier of certified products. This is an exceptionally efficient model.

Ranked #260 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $30.00 less per year than the category average of $62. At 21.7" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$32.00
per year to run
100
efficiency score /100
$320.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #260 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$32.00 vs avg $62
$30.00/yr cheaper
Energy Use
200 kWh vs avg 385
185 kWh less
Efficiency Score
100 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use200 kWh/year
Federal Standard447 kWh/year
Better Than Standard55%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$32.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.67
Capacity9.4
Width21.7"
Height69.8"
BrandFisher & Paykel
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2025-07-21

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.67
1 Year
$32.00
5 Years
$160.00
10 Years
$320.00

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 Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2 is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $32.00/year, you'll save approximately $300.00 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.

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.