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THOR KITCHEN RBC24SSD-RSG

Compact Refrigerator · 5.0

Summary

The THOR KITCHEN RBC24SSD-RSG is a compact refrigerator with 5.0 capacity that uses 265 kWh per year, costing approximately $42.40annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $424.00 in energy costs alone. It uses 13% less energy than the federal minimum standard. It meets ENERGY STAR certification but isn't among the top performers.

Ranked #1274 out of 4363 refrigerators by annual running cost, it costs $19.60 less per year than the category average of $62. At 24" wide, it fits in tight spaces where a full-size unit won't.

$42.40
per year to run
63
efficiency score /100
$424.00
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Refrigerators

Ranked #1274 out of 4363 in the refrigerators category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$42.40 vs avg $62
$19.60/yr cheaper
Energy Use
265 kWh vs avg 385
120 kWh less
Efficiency Score
63 vs avg 63
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use265 kWh/year
Federal Standard305 kWh/year
Better Than Standard13%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$42.40
Monthly Cost (estimated)$3.53
Capacity5.0
Width24"
Height35"
BrandTHOR KITCHEN
TypeCompact Refrigerator
Date Certified2025-10-16

Running Cost Breakdown

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

Monthly
$3.53
1 Year
$42.40
5 Years
$212.00
10 Years
$424.00

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 THOR KITCHEN RBC24SSD-RSG is cheaper to run than the average refrigerator in its category. At $42.40/year, you'll save approximately $196.00 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.