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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Magic Chef MCBM920S1: $68 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 374 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $68 a year and $816 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #57 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$68
Over 12 years
$816
Saves vs the federal minimum
$8/yr
Size
9.2 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
$68
Electricity over 12 years
$816
Add the price you pay
+ $816

374 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.

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Miele KFN 7784 D8.9 cu ft$55/yrsaves $162

Specs

BrandMagic Chef
ModelsMCBM920S1, MCBM920W1
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use374 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type417 kWh / year
Width23.8 in

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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