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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Blomberg BRFB1044SS: $53 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 294 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $53 a year and $642 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #8 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$53
Over 12 years
$642
Saves vs the federal minimum
$26/yr
Size
10.7 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$53
Electricity over 12 years
$642
Add the price you pay
+ $642

294 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.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV29.4 cu ft$36/yrsaves $205
LG LB12S2000 series11.8 cu ft$52/yrsaves $20
Beko BFBF2414SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $17
Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $17

Specs

BrandBlomberg
ModelsBRFB1044SS, BRFB1044WH
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use294 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type435 kWh / year
Width23.2 in
FeaturesCounter depth

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.

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