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Upright FreezerENERGY STAR certified

Kenmore 111.22202910

21 cu ft · Upright Freezer freezer

Electricity, 12 years
$1,074
Per year
$89

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$89
Over 12 years
$1,074
Saves vs the federal maximum
$10/yr
Rank for running cost
#279 of 416

About the Kenmore 111.22202910

The Kenmore 111.22202910 is a 21 cu ft upright freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 492 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $89 a year, or $1,074 over a typical 12-year life.

That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (547 kWh a year), a saving of about $10 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.

Among 416 upright freezer models it ranks #279 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $535 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 FFUE2024A series uses 424 kWh a year and would save about $148 over 12 years.

Listed features: auto defrost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$89
Electricity over 12 years
$1,074
Add the price you pay
+ $1,074

492 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 FFUE2024A series20 cu ft$77/yrsaves $148
Frigidaire FFUE1826AW18 cu ft$82/yrsaves $94
GE FUF18DZR series17.9 cu ft$82/yrsaves $94
Frigidaire GRDF1911A series (with auto defrost)18.8 cu ft$84/yrsaves $68

Specs

BrandKenmore
Model111.22202910
TypeUpright Freezer
Energy use492 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type547 kWh / year
Size21 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 Kenmore 111.22202910 cost to run?

About $89 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 492 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 Kenmore 111.22202910 cost in electricity over its life?

About $1,074 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 Kenmore 111.22202910 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 FFUE2024A series uses 424 kWh a year, about $148 less in electricity over 12 years.

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