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MicroFridge Safe Plug or MicroFridge Safe Plug by Danby or MICRO FRIDGE with SAFE PLUG by Danby or M 2.6MF4R

Compact Refrigerator · 2.6

Summary

The MicroFridge Safe Plug or MicroFridge Safe Plug by Danby or MICRO FRIDGE with SAFE PLUG by Danby or M 2.6MF4R is a compact refrigerator with 2.6 capacity that uses 228 kWh per year, costing approximately $36.48annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $364.80 in energy costs alone. It uses 19% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #876 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $25.52 less per year than the category average of $62. At 17.5" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$36.48
per year to run
69
efficiency score /100
$364.80
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #876 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$36.48 vs avg $62
$25.52/yr cheaper
Energy Use
228 kWh vs avg 385
157 kWh less
Efficiency Score
69 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use228 kWh/year
Federal Standard283 kWh/year
Better Than Standard19%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$36.48
Monthly Cost (estimated)$3.04
Capacity2.6
Width17.5"
Height26.7"
BrandMicroFridge Safe Plug or MicroFridge Safe Plug by Danby or MICRO FRIDGE with SAFE PLUG by Danby or M
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2022-05-27

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$3.04
1 Year
$36.48
5 Years
$182.40
10 Years
$364.80

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 MicroFridge Safe Plug or MicroFridge Safe Plug by Danby or MICRO FRIDGE with SAFE PLUG by Danby or M 2.6MF4R is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $36.48/year, you'll save approximately $255.20 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.