Ever wonder what the tumble dryer or the oven really adds to your bill? We've done the sums — just clear, everyday costs.
1,000W for one hour ≈ 26p
Baseline
Baseline benchmark. Heavy usage.
65p/hr
Saves 64%
Same drying, a third of the power.
23p/hr
Saves 88%
Dries a full load overnight.
Tested & Recommended300W Foldable Heated Airer with Cover
7.8p/hr
Saves 92%
Dries clothes by pulling moisture from the air.
5.2p/hr
We read the cooking time and temp, then calculate what it costs in your oven vs air fryer.
Baseline
Baseline benchmark. Slow to preheat.
55p/hr
Saves 19%
Cooks faster with zero preheat time.
44p/hr
Saves 52%
Stews and grains in under 30 mins.
26p/hr
Saves 62%
Reheats and cooks small meals fast.
21p/hr
Saves 90%
Low and slow all day for pennies.
5.2p/hr
Baseline
One mug boils in about 45 seconds.
1p/mug
Boils exact water needed for one mug.
1p/mug
Constant standby heat for instant boiling water.
6.9p/day
Baseline
Baseline benchmark. Fast, high-energy air heat.
52p/hr
Saves 25%
Steady, long-lasting background heat.
39p/hr
Saves 95%
Sofa warmth for one person.
Tested & RecommendedPROALLER Washable Heated Throw with Auto-Off
2.6p/hr
Saves 96%
Warm bed all night, not the whole room.
Tested & RecommendedSilentnight Comfort Control Heated Blanket
2.1p/hr
Saves 97%
Keeps hands and feet warm while working.
1.8p/hr
Typical wattages, not tested product ratings. Costs assume full power at 26p/kWh; your appliance may use less.
Uses full rated power. Ovens and hobs cycle, so real costs are often ~40% lower.