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Bottom Freezer

LG LF21G6201 series: $104 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 574 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $104 a year and $1,253 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #746 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$104
Over 12 years
$1,253
Saves vs the federal minimum
$10/yr
Size
20.8 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
$104
Electricity over 12 years
$1,253
Add the price you pay
+ $1,253

574 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 RF178WRNX118.2 cu ft$68/yrsaves $441
Fisher & Paykel RF178ANX118 cu ft$75/yrsaves $354
Summit FFBF151W19.1 cu ft$78/yrsaves $317
Summit FFBF152PL19.1 cu ft$78/yrsaves $317

Specs

BrandLG
ModelLF21G6201*
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use574 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type629 kWh / year
Width32.9 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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