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Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series
21 cu ft · Top Freezer refrigerator
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About the Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series
The Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series is a 21 cu ft top freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 393 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $71 a year, or $858 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 11% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (440 kWh a year), a saving of about $9 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 604 top freezer models it ranks #442 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $546 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 Avanti FF18H0W uses 358 kWh a year and would save about $76 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
393 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 (18 to 23 cu ft) model ranked.
| Avanti FF18H0W | 18.3 cu ft | $65/yr | saves $76 |
| Avanti FF18H series | 18.3 cu ft | $65/yr | saves $76 |
| Bevoi BVIREF18W (no ice maker) | 18 cu ft | $66/yr | saves $68 |
| Bevoi BVIREF18 series | 18 cu ft | $66/yr | saves $68 |
Specs
| Brand | Avanti |
| Model | AVFF21DLJM#** |
| Type | Top Freezer |
| Energy use | 393 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 440 kWh / year |
| Size | 21 cu ft |
| Width | 31.1 in |
| Height | 66.6 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | 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 Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series cost to run?
About $71 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 393 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 Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series cost in electricity over its life?
About $858 over 12 years, a typical life for a refrigerator. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Avanti AVFF21DLJM# series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 11% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Avanti FF18H0W uses 358 kWh a year, about $76 less in electricity over 12 years.
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