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Insignia NS-UZ17 series
17 cu ft · Upright Freezer freezer
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About the Insignia NS-UZ17 series
The Insignia NS-UZ17 series is a 17 cu ft upright freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 438 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $80 a year, or $956 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (486 kWh a year), a saving of about $9 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 416 upright freezer models it ranks #191 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $417 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 Frigidaire FFUE1536AV uses 405 kWh a year and would save about $72 over 12 years.
Listed features: auto defrost.
Cost to run where you live
438 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 large (15 cu ft and up) model ranked.
| Frigidaire FFUE1536AV | 14.7 cu ft | $74/yr | saves $72 |
| Frigidaire FFUE1626AV | 15.5 cu ft | $75/yr | saves $50 |
| Whirlpool WZF57R16F series | 15.7 cu ft | $76/yr | saves $41 |
| Fisher & Paykel RS30F*E* family | 16.7 cu ft | $77/yr | saves $33 |
Specs
| Brand | Insignia |
| Model | NS-UZ17*** |
| Type | Upright Freezer |
| Energy use | 438 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 486 kWh / year |
| Size | 17 cu ft |
| Features | Auto defrost |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| 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 Insignia NS-UZ17 series cost to run?
About $80 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 438 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 Insignia NS-UZ17 series cost in electricity over its life?
About $956 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 Insignia NS-UZ17 series 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 Frigidaire FFUE1536AV uses 405 kWh a year, about $72 less in electricity over 12 years.
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