Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet HK24T*4C-**-*****
Compact Refrigerator · 5.2
Summary
The Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet HK24T*4C-**-***** is a compact refrigerator with 5.2 capacity that uses 276 kWh per year, costing approximately $44.16annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $441.60 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 #1462 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $17.84 less per year than the category average of $62. At 23.9" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.
How This Compares to Other Refrigerators
Ranked #1462 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
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 Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet HK24T*4C-**-***** is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $44.16/year, you'll save approximately $178.40 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.