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Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B
14 cu ft · Freezerless and Single Door refrigerator
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About the Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B
The Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B is a 14 cu ft freezerless and single door refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 269 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $49 a year, or $587 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 11% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (301 kWh a year), a saving of about $6 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 248 freezerless and single door models it ranks #73 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $317 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 RS24SH*E* family uses 124 kWh a year and would save about $317 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
269 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 small (10 to 18 cu ft) model ranked.
| Fisher & Paykel RS24SH*E* family | 12.6 cu ft | $23/yr | saves $317 |
| Liebherr SRB5290 | 13.7 cu ft | $36/yr | saves $151 |
| ELEMENT EUF14CE series | 13.8 cu ft | $37/yr | saves $142 |
| Midea MRU14F5A series | 13.8 cu ft | $37/yr | saves $142 |
Specs
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
| Model | HZ49411494-B |
| Type | Freezerless and Single Door |
| Energy use | 269 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 301 kWh / year |
| Size | 14 cu ft |
| Width | 27.8 in |
| Height | 61.8 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 Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B cost to run?
About $49 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 269 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 Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B cost in electricity over its life?
About $587 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 Hamilton Beach HZ49411494-B energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 11% 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 RS24SH*E* family uses 124 kWh a year, about $317 less in electricity over 12 years.
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