How much does it cost to run?
Typical running costs for everyday appliances at today's UK electricity prices, with how to pay less for each one. Standard tariff figures use about 26p a unit; pick your region on each page for today's exact price.
Laundry
How much does a washing machine cost to run?
About 21p a run, 40°c cotton wash.
How much does a washer-dryer cost to run?
About 92p a run, wash and dry, full load.
How much does a tumble dryer cost to run?
About £1.05 a run, condenser or vented, full load.
How much does a heat pump tumble dryer cost to run?
About 39p a run, full load.
How much does a heated airer cost to run?
About 32p a run, about 300w for 4 hours.
How much does an iron cost to run?
About 16p a run, steam iron for 30 minutes.
Kitchen
How much does a dishwasher cost to run?
About 26p a run, eco programme.
How much does an electric oven cost to run?
About 39p a run, one hour at 200°c.
How much does an air fryer cost to run?
About 13p a run, 30 minutes.
How much does a slow cooker cost to run?
About 34p a run, 8 hours on low.
How much does a bread maker cost to run?
About 11p a run, one loaf on a basic programme.
Heating and hot water
How much does an immersion heater cost to run?
About 79p a run, 3kw element for an hour.
How much does an electric shower cost to run?
About 33p a run, 9.5kw shower for 8 minutes.
How much does an electric heater cost to run?
About £1.05 a run, 2kw for two hours.
How much does an electric blanket cost to run?
About 2.6p a run, about 100w for an hour to warm the bed.
How much does a dehumidifier cost to run?
About 53p a run, 250w for 8 hours.
Charging
How much does it cost to charge an e-bike or e-scooter?
About 13p a run, full charge.
How much does it cost to charge a mobility scooter?
About 26p a run, full overnight charge.
How much does it cost to charge an electric car at home?
About £7.90 a run, 30kwh on a 7kw home charger.