What appliances really cost to run — compared on the same basis.
Energy use · operating cost · sizing

What every appliance really costs to run — compared on the same basis

Measured energy use and a computed annual operating-cost estimate for 9421 ENERGY STAR certified models across 9 categories. Spec and cost only — no brand pitches, no repair or financing fluff.

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Clothes dryers~$113/yrClothes washers~$20/yrDehumidifiers~$67/yrDishwashers~$44/yrElectric cooking~$36/yrFreezers~$75/yrRefrigerators~$64/yrRoom air conditioners~$95/yrWater heaters~$188/yr

How we cost it

Every operating cost is computed from a model's measured energy use at the national-average electricity rate — a comparison estimate, not a quote. See how we compile this.

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