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SKS SKSCW241**

Cooler · 13.6

Summary

The SKS SKSCW241** is a cooler with 13.6 capacity that uses 175 kWh per year, costing approximately $28.00annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $280.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 33% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is an exceptionally efficient model.

Ranked #165 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $34.00 less per year than the category average of $62. At 23.8" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$28.00
per year to run
83
efficiency score /100
$280.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #165 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$28.00 vs avg $62
$34.00/yr cheaper
Energy Use
175 kWh vs avg 385
210 kWh less
Efficiency Score
83 vs avg 63
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use175 kWh/year
Federal Standard263 kWh/year
Better Than Standard33%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$28.00
Monthly Cost (estimated)$2.33
Capacity13.6
Width23.8"
Height83.5"
BrandSKS
TypeCooler
Date Certified2025-07-24

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$2.33
1 Year
$28.00
5 Years
$140.00
10 Years
$280.00

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 SKS SKSCW241** is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $28.00/year, you'll save approximately $340.00 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.

With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.

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.