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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Danby DBMF100B1SLDB: $70 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 384 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $70 a year and $838 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #76 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$70
Over 12 years
$838
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
$838
Add the price you pay
+ $838

384 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 $402
LG LB12S2000 series11.8 cu ft$52/yrsaves $216
Beko BFBF2414SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $214
Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $214

Specs

BrandDanby
ModelDBMF100B1SLDB
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use384 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type429 kWh / year
Width23.7 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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