Modern freezers really aren't that bad. Chest freezers being better than standing, because less of the cold air escapes when it is opened. The US requires all

Modern freezers really aren't that bad. Chest freezers being better than standing, because less of the cold air escapes when it is opened. The US requires all consumer appliances to have an Energy Guide sticker (the yellow and black thing) which estimates an annual KWh use and cost at average electric prices. My cheapo 4cuft chest freezer uses about 200 KWh annually, or about $25. Not nothing, but $2 a month isn't going to register compared to most things.