What does a fridge-freezer cost?

Typical estimate for a modern fridge-freezer over a year. Older models can use much more.

About £65.80 a year at the cap if the estimate above is right.

250 kWh a year. Both are typical estimates.

This one is priced per year, not per use.

Cheapest time to run it

GB average Direct Debit cap, 1 October to 31 December 2026: electricity 26.32p/kWh and 54.83p/day, gas 7.97p/kWh and 29.68p/day. This is the Great Britain average for Direct Debit. Your region’s standing charge and unit rate can differ. Ofgem publishes the regional tables. Ofgem. No VAT on electricity from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. The published gas figures include 5% VAT.

Not financial advice. Estimates are labelled. Check a quote or the scheme before you act.