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Insignia NS-CF30SS9

Compact Refrigerator · 3.0

Summary

The Insignia NS-CF30SS9 is a compact refrigerator with 3.0 capacity that uses 321 kWh per year, costing approximately $51.36annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $513.60 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 #1917 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $10.64 less per year than the category average of $62. At 19.1" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$51.36
per year to run
60
efficiency score /100
$513.60
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #1917 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$51.36 vs avg $62
$10.64/yr cheaper
Energy Use
321 kWh vs avg 385
64 kWh less
Efficiency Score
60 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use321 kWh/year
Federal Standard358 kWh/year
Better Than Standard10%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$51.36
Monthly Cost (estimated)$4.28
Capacity3.0
Width19.1"
Height33.5"
BrandInsignia
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2017-12-07

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$4.28
1 Year
$51.36
5 Years
$256.80
10 Years
$513.60

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 Insignia NS-CF30SS9 is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $51.36/year, you'll save approximately $106.40 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.