Start by looking at appliances that run continuously or that you use very frequently, then compare only models with the same function and a suitable capacity. The kWh/year of a fridge or freezer and the kWh/100 cycles of a dishwasher are more useful than an energy class on its own. For occasional use, changing your habits may be preferable to replacing an appliance straight away.
A refrigeration appliance runs continuously, so compare its kWh/year, the capacity you actually need and the useful features before deciding whether to replace it. ADEME and the European Commission state that this information appears on fridge and freezer energy labels.
For frequent cycles, compare the Eco programme, kWh/100 cycles, water consumption per cycle, place settings and repairability. ADEME and the European Commission explain that these indicators are based on the reference programme.
When cooking frequently, compare appliances based on the same type of use. ADEME provides consumption guidance, while an oven’s energy label shows kWh per cycle according to the cooking mode.
Start with how you actually use the appliance, then compare models with the same function and a similar size before choosing a solution.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Identify the priority appliance | Look for appliances that run continuously and those you use very frequently. Compare the old appliance and its replacement using the same consumption unit. | I want to know whether a fridge, freezer, dishwasher or cooking appliance genuinely needs to be assessed before the others. |
| Compare using the right unit | For refrigeration, compare kWh/year and capacity. For a dishwasher, check kWh/100 cycles, water consumption per cycle, place settings and the duration of the Eco programme. For an oven, check kWh/cycle according to the cooking mode. | I want to compare two similar appliances without turning a label value into a guaranteed saving on my bill. |
| Choose the capacity you actually need | Check fridge and freezer capacities, or the number of place settings. Rule out features that do not match your storage or loading habits. | My kitchen needs to meet my household’s requirements without buying an appliance that is too large or has features I will rarely use. |
| Consider the appliance’s lifespan | For a dishwasher, check its repairability score out of 10 and the detailed breakdown. Also check the information available for the exact model before choosing between closely matched appliances. | I do not want energy consumption to be the only criterion if repairability or a longer service life could influence my choice. |
ADEME’s guidance can help you rank appliances by priority, but frequency of use, capacity and the features of your equipment determine which replacement should really come first.
Make a list of the appliances concerned, note whether they run continuously or how often they are used, then compare the old model and the potential replacement using the same unit.
A larger fridge may increase consumption, while dishwasher data needs to be considered alongside its number of place settings and reference programme.
Compare only appliances with the same function and a size suited to your household, then check the values on the energy label.
For a dishwasher, label data relates to the reference programme, often Eco, whereas your usual programmes and loads may be different.
Compare kWh/100 cycles and the duration of the Eco programme, then make sure that programme suits the way you normally use the appliance.
The repairability score takes factors such as ease of dismantling, documentation and spare parts into account. It complements consumption and capacity data.
For a dishwasher sold in France, note the score out of 10 and check the detailed breakdown before choosing between two closely matched models.
This Joybuy selection brings together refrigeration options and a dishwasher to compare with your current appliance, based on a genuinely comparable function and capacity.
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To replace a combination fridge freezer that runs continuously, compare its 254 kWh/year with appliances of a similar capacity.
Listed capacities: 230 L fridge and 114 L freezer. Stated width: 59.5 cm; reversible door and freestanding installation.
Check the repairability score, spare-parts availability, the EPREL record for the exact model and the required ventilation space.
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A compact option to compare if you run frequent cycles and six place settings match your usual loads.
Listed figures: 49 kWh/100 uses, 6.5 L per cycle, 6 place settings and a 215-minute Eco programme.
A water connection and waste outlet are required. Also check the repairability score and available spare parts for this model.
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For a refrigeration appliance used continuously, the stated figure of 169 kWh/year should be compared with fridge freezers of an equivalent capacity.
Stated total capacity: 333 L. The specifications call for 5 cm of clearance at the back, above and on the sides, as well as a 110° door opening.
Check that the capacity suits your storage habits and consult the repairability and EPREL data for the exact model.
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This model is worth considering when a household genuinely needs a large amount of fresh and frozen storage.
Stated total capacity: 444 L; stated annual consumption: 289 kWh/year. Total No Frost system and side-by-side configuration listed.
The capacity may be excessive for some households. Check the dimensions, ventilation clearances, repairability and EPREL data.
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An option for a fitted kitchen with a compatible housing unit and a need for an integrated fridge freezer with a medium capacity.
Listed capacities: 186 L fridge and 62 L freezer. Integrated model with reversible doors and sliding-hinge installation.
Annual consumption in kWh is not listed here. Check the energy label or EPREL record for the exact model, along with the housing unit, ventilation and door-panel compatibility.
Compare appliances of the same type and similar capacity using the kWh/year shown on the label. Also check fridge and freezer capacities as well as noise levels. According to ADEME, these benchmarks help you rank potential priorities; they do not automatically calculate your future bill.
Check the energy class, kWh per 100 cycles, water consumption per cycle, number of place settings, Eco programme duration and noise level. ADEME and the European Commission explain that this information relates to the reference programme and should be compared between appliances with a suitable capacity.
No. The European Commission states that energy labels are compulsory for ovens and cooker hoods, but not for hobs. For an oven, the label shows, among other details, its capacity and kWh per cycle in conventional and fan-assisted cooking modes.
Yes. The QR code on the energy label of fridges, freezers, dishwashers and ovens leads to EPREL, the European public database for products subject to energy labelling. Check the data for the exact model, rather than relying only on information for the product range.
Yes. The French Ministry responsible for ecological transition states that dishwashers are one of the categories covered by France’s repairability score. The score out of 10 complements the comparison of consumption and capacity; it does not replace it.