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Monogram ZIF301NBR series
16.7 cu ft · Upright Freezer freezer
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About the Monogram ZIF301NBR series
The Monogram ZIF301NBR series is a 16.7 cu ft upright freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 579 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $105 a year, or $1,264 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (635 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 #396 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $725 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 Beko BUFR2715MG uses 305 kWh a year and would save about $598 over 12 years.
Listed features: auto defrost.
Cost to run where you live
579 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.
| Beko BUFR2715MG | 14.3 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $598 |
| Blomberg BRUF2814WH | 14.3 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $598 |
| GE FUF14DZR series | 14.3 cu ft | $73/yr | saves $391 |
| Frigidaire FFUE1536AV | 14.7 cu ft | $74/yr | saves $380 |
Specs
| Brand | Monogram |
| Model | ZIF301NBR**** |
| Type | Upright Freezer |
| Energy use | 579 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 635 kWh / year |
| Size | 16.7 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 Monogram ZIF301NBR series cost to run?
About $105 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 579 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 Monogram ZIF301NBR series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,264 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 Monogram ZIF301NBR 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 Beko BUFR2715MG uses 305 kWh a year, about $598 less in electricity over 12 years.
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