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Bottom Freezer

Blomberg BRFD2234XSS: $103 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 565 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $103 a year and $1,233 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #688 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$103
Over 12 years
$1,233
Saves vs the federal minimum
$12/yr
Size
20.9 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$103
Electricity over 12 years
$1,233
Add the price you pay
+ $1,233

565 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

Fisher & Paykel RF178WRNX118.2 cu ft$68/yrsaves $421
Fisher & Paykel RF178ANX118 cu ft$75/yrsaves $334
Summit FFBF151W19.1 cu ft$78/yrsaves $297
Summit FFBF152PL19.1 cu ft$78/yrsaves $297

Specs

BrandBlomberg
ModelBRFD2234XSS
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use565 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type633 kWh / year
Width35.7 in
FeaturesIce maker

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.

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