Written by Marijn
Edited on
19 April 2024
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15:45
How much energy does a freezer use?
When you buy a new freezer, check the energy costs. A freezer runs day and night. The energy label shows the annual energy consumption. In this article, you can read how to calculate the energy costs and what the difference is between the various energy labels.
Annual energy costs
The energy label indicates the average annual energy consumption of a fridge in kilowatt hour (kWh). This number refers to the average annual energy consumption of the freezer. If you multiply this number by € 0.30, you get the annual energy costs. The power consumption depends on the energy label of the freezer, among other things. That means it differs per model. The higher the energy label, the less energy the freezer uses. Right now, a C energy label is the highest and most energy-efficient for freezers.
Energy consumption compact model
| Average energy consumption | Annual energy costs | Energy savings over 15 years (compared to F) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 110kWh | € 33 | € 510 |
| D | 137kWh | € 42 | € 375 |
| E | 168kWh | € 51 | € 240 |
| F | 222kWh | € 67 | € 0 |
Compact model: save € 510
With a C energy label compact freezer, you save about € 510 compared to an F energy label. That's similar to not eating meat for 1.5 years. At this time, a C energy label is the highest for compact freezers
Energy consumption upright freezer
| Average energy consumption | Annual energy costs | Energy savings over 15 years (compared to F) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 173kWh | € 52 | € 510 |
| D | 207kWh | € 63 | € 345 |
| E | 229kWh | € 69 | € 255 |
| F | 284kWh | € 86 | € 0 |
Upright freezer: save € 510
A C energy label upright freezer will also cost you less in the long run. With an upright freezer, you save a total of € 510 on energy costs. This is equal to the emissions of 4.5 years of showering. At this time, a C energy label is the highest for upright freezers.
Energy consumption chest freezer
| Average energy consumption | Annual energy costs | Energy savings over 15 years (compared to F) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | 179kWh | € 54 | € 495 |
| E | 221kWh | € 67 | € 430 |
| F | 289kWh | € 87 | € 0 |
Chest freezer: save € 495
With a D energy label chest freezer, you saver € 495 in 15 years compared to an F energy label. That's the same as a car ride of 12,240km, which is about the distance to Washington and back. At this time, a D energy label is the highest for chest freezers.
Save energy
When you use your freezer in an energy-efficient way, contributing to the environment isn't the only thing you're doing. You also save on your energy bill and the freezer lasts longer. Defrost your freezer regularly, close the door properly, and let your leftovers cool off first, for example. Do you already have a freezer at home? The older the freezer is, the more energy it consumes. That's why we recommend to replace a freezer within 15 years.
Article by Marijn
Freezer Expert.
