Appliance Running-Cost Estimator
Common appliance presets → running cost per use, day, and month.
Appliance
Wattage (W)
~150W typical
Per run
$0.03
Per day
$0.03
Per month
$0.90
What is this tool?
Builds on the same watts × hours × rate model as the Electricity Cost Calculator, with chip presets for typical wattages of common household appliances so you don't have to look up a spec sheet. Presets are approximate reference ranges, not manufacturer figures — pick Custom to enter your own wattage from a nameplate or plug-in meter.
How to use it
- Pick an appliance preset, or Custom to enter your own wattage.
- Enter hours per use, uses per day, and your electricity rate.
- Read cost per run, per day, and per month.
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