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Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E)
7.5 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E)
The Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E) is a 7.5 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 347 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $63 a year, or $757 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (387 kWh a year), a saving of about $7 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #1372 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $526 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM uses 167 kWh a year and would save about $393 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
347 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 compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM | 8.3 cu ft | $30/yr | saves $393 |
| Frigidaire FFCS0762AW | 7.1 cu ft | $33/yr | saves $365 |
| Frigidaire EFRF7009-WHITE | 7 cu ft | $41/yr | saves $266 |
| Sub-Zero ID-36R | 6.6 cu ft | $42/yr | saves $255 |
Specs
| Brand | Galanz |
| Model | BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E) |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 347 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 387 kWh / year |
| Size | 7.5 cu ft |
| Width | 21.6 in |
| Height | 55.6 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | Yes |
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 Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E) cost to run?
About $63 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 347 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 Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E) cost in electricity over its life?
About $757 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 Galanz BCD-213V-D-62H-US(E) energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 10% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM uses 167 kWh a year, about $393 less in electricity over 12 years.
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