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Bottom Freezer

Samsung RF30BB6200 series: $126 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 695 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $126 a year and $1,517 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #1210 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$126
Over 12 years
$1,517
Saves vs the federal minimum
$6/yr
Size
30.1 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
$126
Electricity over 12 years
$1,517
Add the price you pay
+ $1,517

695 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

Samsung RF30BB6602 series30.1 cu ft$99/yrsaves $327
LG LF27NCH10 series26.5 cu ft$100/yrsaves $319
Midea MRF27I4 series26.5 cu ft$104/yrsaves $266
Hisense HRF266N6C*E1 family26.6 cu ft$106/yrsaves $244

Specs

BrandSamsung
ModelRF30BB6200**
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use695 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type728 kWh / year
Width35.8 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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