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Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM
5 cu ft · Compact freezer
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About the Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM
The Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM is a 5 cu ft compact freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 196 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $36 a year, or $428 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (218 kWh a year), a saving of about $4 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 113 compact models it ranks #10 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $129 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Cool-living CL-5UFR uses 195 kWh a year and would save about $2 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
196 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 compact (under 7 cu ft) model ranked.
| Cool-living CL-5UFR | 5 cu ft | $35/yr | saves $2 |
| Danby DCF050A5WDB | 5 cu ft | $35/yr | saves $2 |
Specs
| Brand | Arctic King |
| Model | AC05ESWCR1RCM |
| Type | Compact |
| Energy use | 196 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 218 kWh / year |
| Size | 5 cu ft |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Built-in | No |
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.
Questions people ask
How much does the Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM cost to run?
About $36 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 196 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM cost in electricity over its life?
About $428 over 12 years, a typical life for a freezer. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Arctic King AC05ESWCR1RCM energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 10% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper freezer to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Cool-living CL-5UFR uses 195 kWh a year, about $2 less in electricity over 12 years.
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