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Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series
24.5 cu ft · Bottom Freezer refrigerator
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About the Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series
The Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series is a 24.5 cu ft bottom freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 683 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $124 a year, or $1,491 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (749 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,422 bottom freezer models it ranks #1184 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $1,054 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 GE GBE21DGK series (no ice maker) uses 488 kWh a year and would save about $426 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker, door dispenser.
Cost to run where you live
683 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 large (23 to 27 cu ft) model ranked.
| GE GBE21DGK series (no ice maker) | 20.9 cu ft | $89/yr | saves $426 |
| GE GBE21DYK series (no ice maker) | 20.9 cu ft | $89/yr | saves $426 |
| Hisense RF22A3FSE | 22.1 cu ft | $89/yr | saves $423 |
| VITARA VFFR2105ESE | 21.3 cu ft | $90/yr | saves $415 |
Specs
| Brand | Crosley Professional |
| Model | ZRFHW257S*** |
| Type | Bottom Freezer |
| Energy use | 683 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 749 kWh / year |
| Size | 24.5 cu ft |
| Width | 36 in |
| Features | Ice maker, Door dispenser |
| Height | 71 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 Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series cost to run?
About $124 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 683 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 Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,491 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 Crosley Professional ZRFHW257S series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 9% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The GE GBE21DGK series (no ice maker) uses 488 kWh a year, about $426 less in electricity over 12 years.
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