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Marathon MFF115WBM

Bottom Freezer · 11.5

Summary

The Marathon MFF115WBM is a bottom freezer with 11.5 capacity that uses 397 kWh per year, costing approximately $63.52annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $635.20 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 #2754 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $1.52 more per year than the category average of $62. At 23.6" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$63.52
per year to run
61
efficiency score /100
$635.20
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #2754 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$63.52 vs avg $62
$1.52/yr more expensive
Energy Use
397 kWh vs avg 385
12 kWh more
Efficiency Score
61 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use397 kWh/year
Federal Standard444 kWh/year
Better Than Standard11%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$63.52
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.29
Capacity11.5
Width23.6"
Height72.8"
BrandMarathon
TypeBottom Freezer
Date Certified2023-11-15

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$5.29
1 Year
$63.52
5 Years
$317.60
10 Years
$635.20

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 Marathon MFF115WBM costs more to run than the average refrigerator. At $63.52/year, you'll pay approximately $15.20 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.