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Bottom Freezer

Bosch B24CB50ESS: $74 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 406 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $74 a year and $886 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #157 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$74
Over 12 years
$886
Saves vs the federal minimum
$9/yr
Size
12.6 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
$74
Electricity over 12 years
$886
Add the price you pay
+ $886

406 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

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Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $262
Liebherr C525011.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $258

Specs

BrandBosch
ModelB24CB50ESS
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use406 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type453 kWh / year
Width23 in

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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