Fisher & Paykel RF178ANJX1: $111 a year to run
This model (Refrigerators) uses 529 kWh of electricity a year, which costs about $111 a year and $1,112 over 10 years at 21.0¢/kWh.
Energy use
529 kWh
per year
Running cost per year
$111
21.0¢/kWh
Running cost over 10 years
$1,112
Efficiency rank
3,578 / 4,667
13 % less energy than the federal minimum standard.
Product details
| Type | Bottom Freezer |
|---|---|
| Total volume (cu ft) | 18.0 |
| Adjusted volume (cu ft) | 21.8 |
| Federal standard (kWh/year) | 594 |
| ENERGY STAR Most Efficient | No |
| Available since | December 3, 2025 |
Compared with the average model (Refrigerators), this one costs about $30 more a year.
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- Freezers
- Washing machines
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- Dehumidifiers
- Water heaters
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Source: ENERGY STAR (U.S. EPA) · 21.0¢/kWh (August 2026) · Methodology