Appliances / Refrigerators / Forno
Forno FFRBI1704-21
8.4 cu ft · Bottom Freezer refrigerator
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About the Forno FFRBI1704-21
The Forno FFRBI1704-21 is a 8.4 cu ft bottom freezer refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 464 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $84 a year, or $1,013 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (517 kWh a year), a saving of about $10 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,422 bottom freezer models it ranks #311 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $576 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 Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2 uses 200 kWh a year and would save about $576 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker.
Cost to run where you live
464 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 compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2 | 9.4 cu ft | $36/yr | saves $576 |
| Liebherr ICS5100 | 8.9 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $358 |
| Miele KFN 7734 D | 8.9 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $358 |
| Miele KFN 7784 D | 8.9 cu ft | $55/yr | saves $358 |
Specs
| Brand | Forno |
| Model | FFRBI1704-21 |
| Type | Bottom Freezer |
| Energy use | 464 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 517 kWh / year |
| Size | 8.4 cu ft |
| Width | 21.3 in |
| Features | Ice maker |
| Height | 69.7 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | Yes |
| 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 Forno FFRBI1704-21 cost to run?
About $84 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 464 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 Forno FFRBI1704-21 cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,013 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 Forno FFRBI1704-21 energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 10% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV2 uses 200 kWh a year, about $576 less in electricity over 12 years.
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