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Dacor DRZ18980 series
9.5 cu ft · Upright Freezer freezer
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About the Dacor DRZ18980 series
The Dacor DRZ18980 series is a 9.5 cu ft upright freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 465 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $85 a year, or $1,015 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (510 kWh a year), a saving of about $8 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 416 upright freezer models it ranks #246 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $476 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 Danby Designer DUFM085A4TDD uses 247 kWh a year and would save about $476 over 12 years.
Listed features: auto defrost.
Cost to run where you live
465 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 medium (7 to 15 cu ft) model ranked.
| Danby Designer DUFM085A4TDD | 8.5 cu ft | $45/yr | saves $476 |
| Danby Designer DUFM085A4 series | 8.5 cu ft | $45/yr | saves $476 |
| Danby Premiere DUFM085A3 series | 8.5 cu ft | $45/yr | saves $476 |
| Danby Designer DUFM101A2WDD | 10.1 cu ft | $47/yr | saves $445 |
Specs
| Brand | Dacor |
| Model | DRZ18980*** |
| Type | Upright Freezer |
| Energy use | 465 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 510 kWh / year |
| Size | 9.5 cu ft |
| Features | Auto defrost |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | Yes |
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 Dacor DRZ18980 series cost to run?
About $85 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 465 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 Dacor DRZ18980 series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,015 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 Dacor DRZ18980 series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 9% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper freezer to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Danby Designer DUFM085A4TDD uses 247 kWh a year, about $476 less in electricity over 12 years.
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