Older freezers will use over 100% more energy than newer Energy Star rated models. A modern freezer will use between 30 and 100 watts of power depending on size, indoor temperature & efficiency. For a typical modern 15 Cu. Ft. freezer about 300 kWh is used annually or an average of 35 watts.You may experience significantly higher energy use depending on when, where and how energy measurement is done on a standalone freezer.
See the energy consumption of a standalone freezer using 35 Watts for 24 hours a day @ £0.19 per kWh.
Cost Per Hour: £0.0067
Cost Per Day: £0.1596
Cost Per Month: £4.86
Cost Per Year: £58.26
kWh Per Day: 0.84
Tip: If you are using an older freezer, we recommend you consider a modern more efficient model as older models can use significantly more power. Keeping a standalone freezer in the cooler part of the house such as the basement will help reduce energy, as a freezer will need to work less to sustain a cold temperature. Freezers can be very effective in helping you preserve food, cooking food in large batches and freezing or refrigerating can help you save energy and money.