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Bottom Freezer

Thermador T30IB905SP: $85 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 470 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $85 a year and $1,026 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #378 of 1422 bottom freezer models for running cost.

  1. Price. Check what it costs at the store (links below).
  2. Plus running cost. Add $1,026 of electricity over 12 years. That is the part the price tag hides.
  3. Compare. Pick your state to see your real number, then check the cheaper-to-run models of the same size.
Per year (U.S. avg)
$85
Over 12 years
$1,026
Saves vs the federal minimum
$24/yr
Size
16 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
$85
Electricity over 12 years
$1,026
Add the price you pay
+ $1,026

470 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

Or see every small (10 to 18 cu ft) model ranked.

Liebherr C762015 cu ft$55/yrsaves $360
Miele KFN 4776 ED edt/cs15 cu ft$55/yrsaves $360
Beko BFBF2815SS14 cu ft$59/yrsaves $312
Blomberg BRFB1532SS14 cu ft$59/yrsaves $312

Specs

BrandThermador
ModelT30IB905SP
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use470 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type603 kWh / year
Width30 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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