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Understanding your energy usage
Knowing the wattage of your home devices helps you understand how much energy you are using. And when you know that, you can see how much money they cost to run.
Here is a quick look at the average costs for popular appliances. Keep in mind that cost vary depending on brand, features, and energy ratings:
You can also work out the exact cost of the appliances in your home by using the Citizens Advice calculator.
Kitchen appliances
Ovens can cost around 68p per hour.
Hobs can cost from 28p to 57p per hour per ring.
Microwaves can cost around 22p per hour.
Air fryers can cost around 19p per hour.
Kettles can cost around 11p per every 10 minutes.
Fridge freezers can cost around 5p per hour.
Toasters can cost around 4p per every 10 minutes.
Tumble dryers can cost around 55p per hour.
Washing machines can cost around 46p per hour.
Dishwashers can cost around 38p per cycle.
Other household appliances
Televisions can cost around 3p per hour.
Games consoles can cost around 3p per hour.
Irons can cost around 34p per hour.
Vacuums can cost around 20p per hour.
Phone chargers can cost around 20p per hour.
Incandescent lightbulbs can cost around 0.012p per hour.
LED lightbulbs can cost around 0.002p per hour.
*These costs were calculated in October 2024
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Running your appliances
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