Calculators/E03 Appliance monthly cost

Appliance monthly cost

Pick the appliance (or enter its power), the daily hours of use and your kWh price.

Calculation methodology

C_mes = (P/1000) × h × d × Pr

P power (W), h hours/day, d days/month, Pr kWh price.

Worked example

A 1500 W air conditioner, 3 h/day for 30 days at €0.15/kWh: €20.25/month.

Frequently asked questions

What average power for a fridge?

A modern A++ fridge averages about 100-150 W while running 24 h/day.

What about an air conditioner?

A 12,000 BTU/h split uses between 800 and 1500 W when the compressor runs.

And an electric oven?

Usually 2000 to 2500 W, although it's not always running at full power.

How do I reduce monthly cost?

Use appliances during off-peak hours (if you have time-of-use), turn off standby, and check energy efficiency.