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Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L
10 cu ft · Top Freezer refrigerator
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About the Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L
The Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L is a 10 cu ft top freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 263 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $48 a year, or $574 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 21% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (331 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 604 top freezer models it ranks #4 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $262 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
Cost to run where you live
263 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
One of the cheapest to run
No ENERGY STAR model of the same type and size uses less electricity.
Specs
| Brand | Absocold |
| Model | ARD1033FW21R/L |
| Type | Top Freezer |
| Energy use | 263 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 331 kWh / year |
| Size | 10 cu ft |
| Width | 23.8 in |
| Height | 58.8 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | No |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L cost to run?
About $48 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 263 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L cost in electricity over its life?
About $574 over 12 years, a typical life for a refrigerator. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Absocold ARD1033FW21R/L energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 21% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
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