Criterion Freezers: energy use and running cost
The average model uses 401 kWh a year, which costs $84 a year at 21.0¢/kWh.
Most efficient models
| Model | kWh/year | Cost/year |
|---|---|---|
| Criterion 453-6054 | 246 | $52 |
| Criterion CUF32P1W | 246 | $52 |
| Criterion CUF36C1W | 252 | $53 |
| Criterion 453-6055 | 289 | $61 |
| Criterion CUF63P1W | 289 | $61 |
| Criterion CUF66C1W | 292 | $61 |
| Criterion CUF14M2* | 394 | $83 |
| Criterion CUF14P1W | 396 | $83 |
| Criterion® CUF14C1W | 396 | $83 |
| Criterion CUF17P1W | 435 | $91 |
| Criterion® CUF17C1W | 435 | $91 |
| Criterion CUF20P1W | 479 | $101 |
| Criterion CUF21C1W | 493 | $104 |
| Criterion CUF21M2* | 493 | $104 |
- Refrigerators
- Washing machines
- Dishwashers
- Tumble dryers
- Room air conditioners
- Dehumidifiers
- Water heaters
- Electric cooktops and ranges
- Televisions
- Computers
- Air purifiers
Source: ENERGY STAR (U.S. EPA) · 21.0¢/kWh (August 2026) · Methodology