Misleading Advertising for Energy Usage or Sounds Right?

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  alvian on 12/04/2024 - 15:58

  +1

  I've never seen a company use this as the measurement.

  Energy rating uses kWh per year to measure consumption.

  What does energy consumption mean?

  Energy consumption is how much electricity a model uses each year, in kilowatt hours (kWh). It's based on standardised testing – required by law and conducted in line with the official Australian and New Zealand Standards. These tests are based on how most people use their appliance, but you may use your appliance differently. This means the actual amount of energy your appliance uses may be different to the label. An assumption of how often a product is used is included on the Energy Rating Label. For example, the number of washes per week for clothes washers, or daily viewing hours for televisions.

  You can use the energy consumption number to compare any model – no matter their size or features.

  What is the star rating?

  The star rating is about energy efficiency – that is, how much energy a product uses compared to similar products. More stars means more efficient, when compared to other models of a similar size and features.

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    CtrlAltSpoods on 12/04/2024 - 16:46

    I get what you're saying, I just find it a bit confusing that they don't seem to use all the same standard measurement.

    These fridges I have linked below appears to be the same unit with a few minor modifications, but seems they could potentially be from same white-label company as the control unit appears to be exactly the same and it also specifies the 80 watts consumption. However one of them boasts a 5 star energy rating?

    Energy Star 1 Rating - YOPOWER Mini Fridge 46L
    Energy Star 5 Rating - ADVWIN Mini Fridge 46L

    I don't understand how this could be possible

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      alvian on 12/04/2024 - 16:53

      +4

      What do you expect from Chinese rebadgers? Just look at the nonsense specs on Amazon. They just fill out whatever they want and Amazon doesn't care. Freezer capacity?

      Brand ‎YOPOWER
      Installation Method ‎Freestanding
      Form Factor ‎Compact
      Energy star ‎1 Star
      Wattage ‎80 watts
      Capacity ‎46 Liters
      Refrigerator Fresh Food Capacity ‎46 Liters
      Freezer Capacity ‎46 Litres

      Brand ‎ADVWIN
      Installation Method ‎Countertop
      Form Factor ‎Compact
      Energy star ‎5 Star
      Capacity ‎46 Liters
      Freezer Capacity ‎46 Litres

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        CtrlAltSpoods on 12/04/2024 - 16:59

        You're not wrong, I figured there would be a law for correct energy star rating specifically to be shown, but it appears that isn't the case. You can set whatever you want without consequence.

        Very deceptive.

        I just wanted a cheap fridge to cool my drinks while working from home, guess I'll just get the good guys one, at least it has 2 year warranty.

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          alvian on 12/04/2024 - 17:07

          +1

          @CtrlAltSpoods:

          I figured there would be a law for correct energy star rating specifically to be shown

          There is. Having the law enforced is a separate matter.

          https://www.intertek.com/appliances/energy-efficiency/asia/a…

          Australia Energy Rating Label programs were made mandatory by both state government legislation and the regulations that enforce relevant Australian Standards. Regulations specify the general energy requirements for labeling of appliances, including offenses and penalties if a party does not comply.

          https://www.energyrating.gov.au/industry-information/underst…

          You must display the Energy Rating Label when selling some products in retail stores.

          Products that must display an Energy Rating Label include air conditioners, clothes washers, dryers, dishwashers, monitors, televisions, household fridges and freezers, and pool pumps. Some products don't need to display the label, but have other labelling requirements. Always check the specific requirements for your product.

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      Gdsamp on 12/04/2024 - 16:55

      +1

      random brands not carried in australian stores may perhaps be able to embellish efficiency claims with less consequences.

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  Drakesy on 12/04/2024 - 17:13

  +2

  Just go the Goodguys fridge

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    GordonD on 12/04/2024 - 18:49

    +3

    ^^^This.

    If they were just inventing a star rating, they'd invent a better one than 3.5 stars. So it might even be genuine.

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  Murkymerv on 12/04/2024 - 18:13

  You want to look at the fridge and admire its content , buy one of those wine cooler fridges .
  I dont know to many people that gaze at fridges whilst working …..

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    CtrlAltSpoods on 16/04/2024 - 15:24

    It's just so I can see what's in there without opening it, also looks nicer as I see it whenever I walk into the room.
    I ended up getting the good guys one and it works great, can't ask for much more at that price.

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  KaTst3R on 13/04/2024 - 09:03

  Both are similar price. I rather deal with TGG than Amazon.

  All products didnt mislead. They just a different form of method to represent energy usage. It works well for a product that runs 24hr. It doesnt make sense to show me a KWH number for a washing machine for example as usage can vary from family to family. So Watt per wash makes more sense in that matter. But Aus standard insist on showing an annual KWH figure for appliances.