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IGLOO FR115I-B-BLACK

Compact Refrigerator · 1.7

Summary

The IGLOO FR115I-B-BLACK is a compact refrigerator with 1.7 capacity that uses 208 kWh per year, costing approximately $33.28annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $332.80 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 #412 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $28.72 less per year than the category average of $62. At 17.4" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$33.28
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$332.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #412 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$33.28 vs avg $62
$28.72/yr cheaper
Energy Use
208 kWh vs avg 385
177 kWh less
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use208 kWh/year
Federal Standard232 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$33.28
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.77
Capacity1.7
Width17.4"
Height19.5"
BrandIGLOO
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2015-04-08

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.77
1 Year
$33.28
5 Years
$166.40
10 Years
$332.80

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 IGLOO FR115I-B-BLACK is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $33.28/year, you'll save approximately $287.20 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

Its efficiency score is moderate — solid but not top-tier. It balances upfront cost with reasonable energy savings.

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.