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Bottom Freezer

Fisher & Paykel RS36W(X): $97 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 534 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $97 a year and $1,166 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #505 of 1422 bottom freezer models for running cost.

  1. Price. Check what it costs at the store (links below).
  2. Plus running cost. Add $1,166 of electricity over 12 years. That is the part the price tag hides.
  3. Compare. Pick your state to see your real number, then check the cheaper-to-run models of the same size.
Per year (U.S. avg)
$97
Over 12 years
$1,166
Saves vs the federal minimum
$15/yr
Size
16.8 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
$97
Electricity over 12 years
$1,166
Add the price you pay
+ $1,166

534 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

Or see every small (10 to 18 cu ft) model ranked.

Liebherr C762015 cu ft$55/yrsaves $500
Miele KFN 4776 ED edt/cs15 cu ft$55/yrsaves $500
Liebherr SC775116.9 cu ft$64/yrsaves $393
Beko BFBD30216SS16.1 cu ft$65/yrsaves $391

Specs

BrandFisher & Paykel
ModelRS36W(X)
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use534 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type615 kWh / year
Width35 in
FeaturesIce maker

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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