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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Bosch B10CB81NV series: $70 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 383 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $70 a year and $836 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #74 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$70
Over 12 years
$836
Saves vs the federal minimum
$8/yr
Size
10.3 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
$70
Electricity over 12 years
$836
Add the price you pay
+ $836

383 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 RB2470BRV29.4 cu ft$36/yrsaves $399
LG LB12S2000 series11.8 cu ft$52/yrsaves $214
Beko BFBF2414SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $212
Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $212

Specs

BrandBosch
ModelB10CB81NV*
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use383 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type426 kWh / year
Width24 in
FeaturesCounter depth

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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