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Galanz GLF11U**G16 family

11 cu ft · Upright Freezer freezer

Electricity, 12 years
$773
Per year
$64

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$64
Over 12 years
$773
Saves vs the federal maximum
$8/yr
Rank for running cost
#26 of 416

About the Galanz GLF11U**G16 family

The Galanz GLF11U**G16 family is a 11 cu ft upright freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 354 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $64 a year, or $773 over a typical 12-year life.

That is 11% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (396 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 #26 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $234 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 Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C uses 249 kWh a year and would save about $229 over 12 years.

Listed features: auto defrost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$64
Electricity over 12 years
$773
Add the price you pay
+ $773

354 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.

Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C11.1 cu ft$45/yrsaves $229
Danby Designer DUFM101A2WDD10.1 cu ft$47/yrsaves $203
LG LROFC1104 series11.4 cu ft$58/yrsaves $72
Hisense FV10C7HSE9.7 cu ft$61/yrsaves $37

Specs

BrandGalanz
ModelGLF11U**G16
TypeUpright Freezer
Energy use354 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type396 kWh / year
Size11 cu ft
FeaturesAuto defrost
DefrostAutomatic
Built-inNo

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 Galanz GLF11U**G16 family cost to run?

About $64 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 354 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 Galanz GLF11U**G16 family cost in electricity over its life?

About $773 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 Galanz GLF11U**G16 family energy efficient?

Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 11% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.

Is there a cheaper freezer to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The Kenmore KMR11MS2EA16C uses 249 kWh a year, about $229 less in electricity over 12 years.

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