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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Summit FF1141W: $71 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 391 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $71 a year and $853 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #101 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$71
Over 12 years
$853
Saves vs the federal minimum
$8/yr
Size
10.8 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
$71
Electricity over 12 years
$853
Add the price you pay
+ $853

391 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 RB2470BRV29.4 cu ft$36/yrsaves $417
LG LB12S2000 series11.8 cu ft$52/yrsaves $231
Beko BFBF2414SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $229
Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $229

Specs

BrandSummit
ModelFF1141W
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use391 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type436 kWh / year
Width23 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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