Appliance electricity cost
How much does a conventional tumble dryer cost to run?
This worked example uses 2,500 W, 1.2 hours on each use day and 156 use days per year. Change any of these inputs in the calculator.
Illustrative 25p/kWh electricityAbout £117/year
468 kWh/year · 3.00 kWh per use day
Electricity-price sensitivity
| Electricity price | Energy/use day | Annual energy | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15p/kWh | 3.00 kWh/day when used | 468 kWh/year | £70/yr |
| 25p/kWh | 3.00 kWh/day when used | 468 kWh/year | £117/yr |
| 35p/kWh | 3.00 kWh/day when used | 468 kWh/year | £164/yr |
Important assumption
Cycle energy varies greatly by load, programme and dryer type. This example represents three 1.2-hour cycles per week.
This is a worked planning estimate, not a measurement of your appliance. A smart plug, energy monitor or manufacturer annual-kWh figure usually gives a better real-world input for cycling appliances.