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Bottom Freezer

Hisense RF31P5ASEI: $124 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 680 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $124 a year and $1,484 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #1171 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$124
Over 12 years
$1,484
Saves vs the federal minimum
$12/yr
Size
31.1 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
$124
Electricity over 12 years
$1,484
Add the price you pay
+ $1,484

680 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

Samsung RF30BB6602 series30.1 cu ft$99/yrsaves $295
LG LF27NCH10 series26.5 cu ft$100/yrsaves $286
Midea MRF27I4 series26.5 cu ft$104/yrsaves $234
Hisense HRF266N6C*E1 family26.6 cu ft$106/yrsaves $212

Specs

BrandHisense
ModelRF31P5ASEI
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use680 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type746 kWh / year
Width36 in
FeaturesIce maker

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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