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Bottom Freezer

Liebherr FDBC36S: $113 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 620 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $113 a year and $1,353 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #973 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$113
Over 12 years
$1,353
Saves vs the federal minimum
$15/yr
Size
19 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
$113
Electricity over 12 years
$1,353
Add the price you pay
+ $1,353

620 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

Liebherr SC775116.9 cu ft$64/yrsaves $581
Fisher & Paykel RF178WRNX118.2 cu ft$68/yrsaves $541
Samsung RB16DG6000 series16.2 cu ft$69/yrsaves $524
Fisher & Paykel RF178ANX118 cu ft$75/yrsaves $454

Specs

BrandLiebherr
ModelFDBC36S
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use620 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type704 kWh / year
Width36 in
FeaturesIce maker, Door dispenser, Counter 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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