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Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS
3 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS
The Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS is a 3 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 169 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $31 a year, or $369 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 30% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (243 kWh a year), a saving of about $13 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #27 for running cost, in the cheapest 10%. The cheapest model of this type would save $138 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 Fisher & Paykel RB36S uses 150 kWh a year and would save about $41 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
169 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 compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Fisher & Paykel RB36S | 3.7 cu ft | $27/yr | saves $41 |
Specs
| Brand | Avanti |
| Model | RMRS31X6BL-IS |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 169 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 243 kWh / year |
| Size | 3 cu ft |
| Width | 17.8 in |
| Height | 32.5 in |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | 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 Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS cost to run?
About $31 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 169 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 RMRS31X6BL-IS cost in electricity over its life?
About $369 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 RMRS31X6BL-IS energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 30% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Fisher & Paykel RB36S uses 150 kWh a year, about $41 less in electricity over 12 years.
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