Turn that TV off if you're not watching it! It's wasting electrically!
How much electricity is it really wasting?, and would it not be better to switch off the 4 lights in the room?
The best way to compare the cost of running different appliances is to look at their power consumption, which is measure of how much power they use in Watts. The following list points out typical values for the wattage of some devices you would find in your home so that you can compare them.
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The list of appliances is quite long and has vartions in the name for each appliance listed. You can search for an appliance below.
Appliance | Minimum | Maximum | Standby | Other Name(s) | References | Notes |
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100W light bulb (Incandescent) | 100W | 100W | 0W | [1] | Fixed 100 W load; runs hot and wastes energy as heat compared with LEDs. | |
22 Inch LED TV | 17W | 17W | 0.5W | Small TV; standby around 0.5 W; brightness affects active draw. | ||
25" colour TV | 150W | 150W | N/A | Older CRT-class power level (~150 W) when on; very low standby. | ||
3" belt sander | 1000W | 1000W | N/A | High RPM motor; load spikes under pressure—use briefly and avoid stalling. | ||
32 Inch LED TV | 20W | 60W | 1W | Small LED TV; brightness settings affect draw; standby around 1 W. | ||
3D Printer | 50W | 250W | 5W | FDM Printer,Resin Printer | [1] | Includes heaters and motion systems; varies by technology. |
42 Inch LED TV | 58W | 60W | 0.3W | [1] | Mid-size LED TV; standby ~0.3 W; brightness is the main driver. | |
42 Inch Plasma TV | 450W | 600W | N/A | Plasma TV | Plasma panels draw more than LED/LCD; power varies with image brightness. | |
46 Inch LED TV | 60W | 70W | 1W | [1] | Large LED TV; HDR/brightness raises draw; standby ~1 W. | |
49 Inch LED TV | 85W | 85W | 1W | Modern LED TV; HDR/brightness raises draw; standby about 1 W. | ||
55 Inch LED TV | 116W | 116W | 0.5W | [1] | Large LED TV; HDR raises draw vs SDR; standby around 0.5 W. | |
60W light bulb (Incandescent) | 60W | 60W | 0W | [1] | Fixed 60 W load; most energy becomes heat—LED replacements are far more efficient. | |
65 Inch LED TV | 120W | 130W | 1W | [1] | Large panel; HDR/bright scenes raise draw; standby ~1 W. | |
82 Inch LED TV | 228W | 295W | 0.5W | [1] | Very large LED panel; HDR elevates draw; standby about 0.5 W. | |
9" disc sander | 1200W | 1200W | N/A | Intermittent heavy motor load; expect brief start-up surge. | ||
Air Cooler | 65W | 80W | N/A | Evaporative Cooler,Portable Air Cooler | Evaporative cooler with water reservoir; much lower draw than compressor AC. | |
Air Fryer | 1500W | 1500W | N/A | [1] | Convection heater cooks quickly; shorter preheat than an oven. | |
Air Fryer Toaster Oven | 1400W | 1800W | 2W | Convection Oven, Countertop Oven | [1] | Combination toaster oven with air fryer mode, higher load than standalone fryers. |
Air Purifier | 25W | 30W | N/A | [1] | Fan speed and filter resistance set draw; sleep modes are very low. | |
Amazon Echo | 3W | 3W | 2W | Always-on smart speaker; microphones/network keep a small idle draw. | ||
Amazon Echo Dot | 2W | 3W | N/A | Always listening for wake word; very low idle draw. | ||
Amazon Echo Show | 2W | 4W | 0.1W | Smart display; screen brightness dominates over audio/voice processing. | ||
American-Style Fridge Freezer | 40W | 80W | N/A | American Fridge Freezer, Double Door Refrigerator | [1] | Compressor cycles 24/7; defrost/heater peaks occur—door openings increase consumption. |
Apple TV | 3W | 6W | 0.3W | [1] | Low idle; 4K playback uses more; sleep mode minimizes draw. | |
Aquarium Heater | 50W | 300W | N/A | Fish Tank Heater | [1] | Depends on tank size, common household units range 50–300W. |
Aquarium Pump | 20W | 50W | N/A | [1] | Aquarium circulation pump runs continuously; flow/head settings affect draw. | |
AV Receiver | 450W | 450W | N/A | [1] | Amplifier power scales with volume; network standby can be higher than basic standby. | |
Baby Bottle Warmer | 150W | 300W | N/A | Bottle Heater | [1] | Used for infant feeding, short duty cycle. |
Bathroom Towel Heater | 60W | 150W | N/A | Towel Rail,Heated Towel Rail | Low-watt heater for towels; best used with timer/thermostat. | |
Bread Maker | 450W | 800W | N/A | Bread Machine | [1] | Typical home bread maker cycles between 450–800W depending on kneading vs baking. |
Ceiling Fan | 60W | 70W | N/A | [1] | Moves air efficiently for comfort; reverse mode aids winter circulation. | |
Chromebook | 45W | 45W | N/A | Chrome Book | [1] | Low-power laptop; charging state and screen brightness dominate draw. |
Chromecast | 2W | 2W | N/A | Streaming dongle; always-on network connection with low idle draw. | ||
Clock radio | 1W | 2W | N/A | Always-on for clock/alarm; very low continuous draw. | ||
Clothes Dryer | 1000W | 4000W | N/A | Tumble Dryer,Dryer | Resistive heater with long cycles; vented vs condenser types affect energy per load. | |
Coffee Maker | 800W | 1400W | N/A | Brew heater is highest draw; hotplate keep-warm uses much less. | ||
Computer Monitor | 25W | 30W | N/A | [1] | Monitor draw depends on size/brightness; sleep mode is very low. | |
Cooker Hood | 20W | 30W | N/A | [1] | Fan speed and lighting determine draw; clean filters maintain performance. | |
Corded Drill | 600W | 850W | N/A | Electric Drill | [1] | Motor load peaks on start and under heavy drilling; short duty. |
Corded Electric Handheld Leaf Blower | 2500W | 2500W | N/A | [1] | High-speed motor for short outdoor bursts; expect strong start-up surge. | |
Cordless Drill Charger | 70W | 150W | N/A | Consumes power mainly while charging; trickle/maintain mode after full. | ||
Countertop Ice Maker | 100W | 200W | N/A | Portable Ice Machine,Ice Cube Maker | [1] | Continuous-cycle ice makers for kitchens and bars. |
CPAP Machine | 30W | 60W | N/A | CPAP machine | Heated humidifier adds to draw; pressure setting and leaks affect power. | |
Curling Iron | 25W | 35W | N/A | [1] | Short, thermostatically controlled use; heats rapidly. | |
DAB Mains Radio | 5W | 9W | N/A | DAB Radio | Always-on radio/clock; very low continuous draw. | |
Deep Freezer | 19W | 19W | N/A | Chest Freezer | [1] | 168 Kwh/year |
Dehumidifier | 240W | 240W | N/A | [1] | Compressor dehumidifiers cycle with humidity; continuous use in damp rooms. | |
Desk Lamp | 40W | 65W | N/A | Table Lamp | Assumes incandescent/halogen; LED desk lamps use far less. | |
Desktop Computer | 100W | 450W | N/A | [1] | Idle vs. heavy workload varies widely; PSU efficiency matters; monitor power is separate. | |
Digital Photo Frame | 7W | 15W | 2W | Digital Frame,Smart Photo Frame,Digital Picture Frame | [1][2][3] | Typical modern 8–11" Wi-Fi frames draw ~10 W displaying photos and ~2 W asleep. Range allows for brightness differences, model size, and video playback. |
Dishwasher | 1200W | 1500W | N/A | Heater element/water heating dominates use; power cycles during wash and dry phases. | ||
Domestic Water Pump | 200W | 300W | N/A | Shower Water Pump | [1] | Boosts shower pressure on demand; runs only during water use. |
DVD Player | 26W | 60W | N/A | Low draw for playback; standby is minimal in modern players. | ||
Electric Blanket | 200W | 200W | N/A | Low, steady heat; usually used for pre-heating or on low overnight settings. | ||
Electric Boiler | 4000W | 14000W | N/A | Whole-home electric boiler; very high draw when heating—check tariff/circuit capacity. | ||
Electric Car (Charging) | 2000W | 11000W | N/A | EV,Electric Vehicle Charging | [1] | Range covers 3kW home charge up to 11kW AC charging. |
Electric Combi Boiler | 6000W | 12000W | N/A | Whole-home electric heat/hot water; very high draw when active—rate limited by kW rating. | ||
Electric Doorbell Transformer | 2W | 2W | N/A | Small transformer draws continuously; only a few watts but 24/7. | ||
Electric Frying Pan | 1000W | 1800W | N/A | Electric Skillet, Electric Fry Pan | [1][2][3][4] | Typical models range from ~1,000 W (compact 11–12u2033) up to ~1,800 W (larger 14–16u2033). Standby is negligible as units are off when not heating. |
Electric Heater Fan | 2000W | 3000W | N/A | [1] | Resistive space heater; converts all power to heat—use thermostat/timer to limit cost. | |
Electric Kettle | 1200W | 3000W | N/A | Kettle | Very high power but short boil times; energy depends on volume—keep lid on. | |
Electric Mower | 1500W | 1500W | N/A | Corded mower; motor load rises in thick/wet grass—use outdoor-rated extension leads. | ||
Electric Pressure Cooker | 1000W | 1000W | N/A | Pressure Cooker | [1] | Pressure mode shortens cook time; cycles heat to maintain pressure. |
Electric Shaver | 15W | 20W | N/A | Corded units draw 15–20 W only during use; rechargeable models draw even less when charging. | ||
Electric Stove | 2000W | 2000W | N/A | [1] | Resistive hob/oven element; very high draw when heating. | |
Electric Tankless Water Heater | 6600W | 8800W | N/A | Electric Water Heater | [1] | High-current on-demand water heating; draws only while tap flows. |
Electric Thermal Radiator | 500W | 500W | N/A | Thermal Radiator | [1] | Thermostatically controlled electric radiator; 100% efficient at point of use. |
Electric Toothbrush Charger | 6W | 6W | N/A | Inductive charger has tiny trickle draw; negligible annual energy. | ||
Espresso Coffee Machine | 1300W | 1500W | N/A | Espresso Machine | Heating boiler/thermoblock dominates; warm-up high, idle cycles to maintain temp. | |
Essential Oil Diffuser | 10W | 25W | N/A | Aroma Diffuser,Mini Humidifier | [1] | Often ultrasonic type, doubling as air freshener. |
EV Car Charger | 2000W | 7000W | N/A | Electric Car Charger,EV Home Charger,EVSE,Level 2 Charger | Same context as EV home chargers; rate set by vehicle and EVSE. | |
EV Home Charger | 2000W | 7000W | N/A | EVSE,Level 2 Charger,Electric Car Charger | Charge rate set by car/EVSE; overnight home charging typically 3.6–7 kW. | |
Evaporative Air Conditioner | 2600W | 2600W | N/A | Evaporative Cooler | [1] | Fan plus water pump; uses far less power than compressor AC—best in dry climates. |
External Hard Drive | 1W | 3W | N/A | Spinning disks use more than SSDs; spindown sleep cuts idle draw. | ||
Extractor Fan | 12W | 12W | N/A | Bathroom Fan | [1] | Low-power extractor; may run on a timed overrun after lights off. |
Fluorescent Lamp | 28W | 45W | N/A | Fluorescent Tube Light | [1] | Electronic vs magnetic ballast affects efficiency; LED retrofit lowers watts. |
Food Blender | 300W | 400W | N/A | Mixer,Food Processor,Blender,Juice Blender,Juice Mixer | [1] | Short, high-power bursts; thick mixtures increase motor load. |
Food Dehydrator | 800W | 800W | N/A | Tray Dehydrator | [1] | Heater plus fan for long runtimes; trays loaded increase time rather than watts. |
Freezer | 30W | 50W | N/A | Runs 24/7; chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights. | ||
Fridge | 100W | 220W | N/A | Refrigerator | Larder fridge runs 24/7 with compressor cycling; ambient temperature matters. | |
Fridge / Freezer | 150W | 400W | N/A | Fridge-Freezer, Refrigerator-Freezer Combo | Compressor cycles across the day; ambient temperature and door openings raise use. | |
Fryer | 1000W | 1000W | N/A | Deep Fat Fryer,Deep Fryer | [1] | Oil heater preheats then cycles; lid use reduces heat loss. |
Game Console | 120W | 200W | N/A | [1] | Usage varies by generation and workload (gaming vs media vs standby). | |
Gaming PC | 300W | 600W | 1W | Gaming Computer | Discrete GPU raises power; idle is far lower than gaming/creation workloads. | |
Garage Door Opener | 300W | 400W | N/A | Electric Garage Door | As the door only operates for a short time (10secs?) the kWH value is low | |
Google Home Mini | 15W | 15W | 2W | Google Nest Mini | [1] | Compact smart speaker; microphones/network keep a small idle draw. |
Guitar Amplifier | 20W | 30W | N/A | Power depends on type (tube vs solid-state) and volume level. | ||
Hair Clippers | 10W | 20W | N/A | Beard Trimmer,Hair Trimmer | [1] | Corded versions draw 10–20W; rechargeable models even less. |
Hair Dryer | 1800W | 2500W | N/A | Blow Dryer,Hair Drier | Very high power but short bursts; “cool shot” uses far less. | |
Hand Wash Oversink Water Heater | 3000W | 3000W | N/A | [1] | Point-of-use 3 kW heater; draws only while water is running. | |
Heated Bathroom Mirror | 50W | 100W | N/A | Demister pad warms mirror to prevent fogging; often tied to light switch/timer. | ||
Heated Hair Rollers | 400W | 400W | N/A | Heated Rollers | [1] | Heats rollers quickly, then maintains temperature at lower power. |
Home Air Conditioner | 1000W | 4000W | N/A | AC,A/C,Air Con | Compressor cycles with thermostat; inverter models reduce peaks and improve part-load efficiency. | |
Home Internet Router | 5W | 15W | N/A | 0 | Always-on device; dual-band Wi-Fi/USB devices can raise draw slightly. | |
Home Phone | 3W | 5W | 2W | DECT Telephone | Base unit is always on; handset charging adds a few watts. | |
Home Sound System | 95W | 95W | 1W | 0 | [1] | Amplifier draw rises with volume/channel count; standby typically ~1 W with network standby higher. |
Hot Water Dispenser | 1200W | 1300W | N/A | Instant Hot Water Tap,Water Boiler | [1] | Keeps a small tank near boiling; higher standby if left on continuously. |
Hot Water Immersion Heater | 3000W | 3000W | N/A | High draw only while heating tank; use thermostats/timers to manage cost. | ||
Humidifier | 35W | 40W | N/A | [1] | Ultrasonic units have low continuous draw; run for many hours per day. | |
iMac | 60W | 240W | 1W | All-in-one desktop; workload and screen brightness drive draw; sleep uses little. | ||
Induction Hob (per hob) | 1400W | 1800W | N/A | Induction Stove,Induction Cooktop | Per-zone rating; power-sharing and “boost” modes can shift watts between hobs. | |
Inkjet Printer | 20W | 30W | N/A | Printer | Print spikes during head movement/heating; sleep/standby are very low. | |
Inverter Air conditioner | 1300W | 1800W | N/A | Variable-speed (inverter) compressor matches load; more efficient at partial loads. | ||
Iron | 1000W | 1000W | N/A | Electric Iron | Thermostat cycles on/off after warm-up; peak draw during initial heat-up. | |
Jacuzzi | 3000W | 7500W | 1500W | Hot Tub | Heater and pumps drive usage; significant standby to hold temperature—cover is critical. | |
Kitchen Extractor Fan | 200W | 200W | N/A | [1] | Extractor draw scales with fan speed; clean grease filters to maintain airflow. | |
Laptop Computer | 50W | 100W | N/A | Laptop | Draw depends on workload and charging; screen brightness and charging dominate. | |
Laser Printer | 600W | 800W | N/A | Fuser heater causes brief spikes; sleep mode reduces idle draw. | ||
Lawnmower | 1000W | 1400W | N/A | Garden mower; intermittent duty—thicker grass increases draw. | ||
LED Christmas Lights | 5W | 5W | N/A | Tree Lights | Very low power LED strings; ideal for timers and long runtimes. | |
LED Light Bulb | 7W | 10W | 0W | Energy Saver Bulb | [1][2] | Very efficient compared with incandescent; little to no draw when switched off (non-smart). |
LG Soundbar | 23W | 30W | 0.5W | Soundbar | Low draw at normal volume; standby typically ~0.5 W. | |
Mi Box | 5W | 7W | 3W | Android TV Box,Streaming Box | Streaming box; playback uses a few more watts than idle; quick-start adds standby draw. | |
Microwave | 600W | 1700W | 3W | Microwave Oven | [1][2] | Nameplate is input watts; cooking output is lower. Standby clock/display draws a few watts. |
Mini Fridge Freezer | 50W | 75W | N/A | Small compressor runs often; ambient and door openings affect cycling. | ||
Night Light | 1W | 1W | 0W | LED designs use ~1 W; dusk sensors add a tiny overhead. | ||
Nintendo Switch AC Adapter | 7W | 40W | N/A | Draw depends on charging/docked mode; idle adapter draw is small. | ||
OLED TV | 80W | 200W | N/A | Organic Light-Emitting Diode TV | OLED power depends on image brightness; near-black scenes use much less. | |
Outdoor Hot Tub | 60W | 500W | N/A | Canadian Spa,Outdoor Spa | [1] | Heater and pumps run to maintain water temp; a good cover reduces standby losses. |
Oven | 2150W | 2150W | N/A | Electric Oven | Thermostatically cycles after preheat; fan adds a small additional load. | |
Paper Shredder | 200W | 220W | N/A | Motor draw spikes while shredding; keep to duty cycle to avoid overheating. | ||
Pedestal Fan | 50W | 60W | N/A | Tall Standing Fan,Floor Fan,Stand Fan | Freestanding oscillating fan; efficient alternative to AC. | |
Percolator | 800W | 1100W | N/A | Coffee Maker | [1] | Brews then switches to keep-warm at a much lower draw. |
Philips Hue Smart Bulb | 8W | 9W | 0.4W | Hue lights | Smart bulb keeps Zigbee/Bluetooth radio alive when “off”, so small standby persists. | |
Phone Charger | 4W | 7W | N/A | Smart Phone Charger,Cell Phone Charger,Mobile Phone Charger | Draw depends on charging rate; no-load and trickle draw are very small. | |
Playstation 4 | 85W | 90W | N/A | PS4 | Gaming load much higher than media playback; rest mode consumes power for updates. | |
Playstation 5 | 160W | 200W | N/A | PS5 | High gaming load; rest mode draws power for updates/charging unless disabled. | |
Portable Air Conditioner | 1000W | 1200W | N/A | Mobile Air Conditioner | Single-hose units are less efficient; compressor cycles heavily in heatwaves. | |
Portable Mini Dehumidifier | 20W | 80W | N/A | Compact Dehumidifier,Room Dehumidifier | [1] | Low-power Peltier type units for bedrooms and cupboards. |
Power Shower | 7500W | 10500W | N/A | Electric Shower | [1] | Instant water heater for showers; draw only while water is flowing. |
Pressure Cooker | 700W | 700W | N/A | [1] | Pressure cooking shortens cook time vs oven; cycles heating to maintain pressure. | |
Pressure Washer | 1500W | 1500W | N/A | Electric Pressure Washer | Pump motor load depends on pressure; use intermittently—avoid long dry runs. | |
Projector | 220W | 270W | 1W | Lamp brightness dominates; standby about 1 W; filters and eco modes affect draw. | ||
Rice Cooker | 200W | 800W | N/A | [1] | Cook phase high; keep-warm typically 30–60 W for hours. | |
Ring Spotlight Cam Wired | 4W | 25W | 2W | Standby keeps cameras/network ready; lights/recording raise draw briefly. | ||
Robot Vacuum Base Station | 30W | 100W | N/A | Robot Vacuum Cleaner Base Station | Dock draws little at idle; auto-empty/charging cause short power spikes. | |
Robot Vacuum Cleaner | 20W | 70W | 3W | RoboVac,iRobot Roomba | [1] | Excludes charging dock; typical runtime 20–70W while moving. |
Sandwich Maker | 700W | 1000W | N/A | Sandwich Press, Sandwich Toaster | Heated plates preheat quickly; cycles to keep temperature between batches. | |
Scanner | 10W | 18W | N/A | Low power with brief lamp/motor activity when scanning; standby is minimal. | ||
Set Top Box | 27W | 30W | N/A | Cable Box,Humax Box | PVRs can consume notable power in standby unless eco modes are enabled. | |
Sewing Machine | 70W | 80W | N/A | [1] | Motor load varies with fabric thickness; foot pedal controls speed. | |
Singer Sewing Machine (Generic) | 100W | 100W | N/A | Simple sewing machine; power depends on motor speed and fabric resistance. | ||
Sky Q 2TB Box | 40W | 40W | N/A | Sky Box | [1] | PVR with recordings and network standby; enable eco modes to cut idle draw. |
Slow Cooker | 160W | 180W | N/A | [1] | Low steady heat over many hours; efficient alternative to oven for stews/roasts. | |
Smart Speaker with Display | 5W | 15W | 2W | Smart Display,Google Nest Hub,Amazon Echo Show | [1] | Always-on smart assistant with touchscreen. |
Smoke Detector | 0W | 1W | N/A | Mains Connected Smoke Detector | Mains-powered sensor with tiny continuous draw; trickle-charges backup battery. | |
Soldering Iron | 30W | 60W | N/A | Thermostatic control maintains tip temperature; duty cycles during use. | ||
Space Heater | 2000W | 5000W | N/A | [1] | High-power resistive heater; use dedicated circuits and thermostat/timer. | |
Steam Iron | 2200W | 2500W | N/A | [1] | Steam generator irons draw more at heat-up; cycles to maintain steam pressure. | |
Steriliser | 650W | 650W | N/A | Sterilizer | [1] | Short sterilization cycles; heater or UV depending on model. |
Straightening Iron | 75W | 300W | N/A | Hair Straighteners | Rapid heat-up; thermostat cycles to hold set temperature. | |
Strimmer | 300W | 500W | N/A | String trimmer; high RPM, short bursts around edges and borders. | ||
Submersible Water Pump | 200W | 400W | N/A | Pool Pump,Sump Pump,Well Pump | [1] | Load depends on head height/flow; float switch automation reduces run time. |
Table Fan | 10W | 25W | N/A | Desk Fan,Table Fan | Air movement improves comfort with very low power; oscillation adds a small amount. | |
Table Top Fridge | 10W | 15W | N/A | Mini Fridge | Mini fridge/freezer; cycles continuously; generally less efficient per litre than full-size. | |
Tablet Charger | 10W | 15W | N/A | Similar to phone chargers; charging state and screen use dominate draw. | ||
Tablet Computer | 5W | 10W | N/A | [1] | Low draw device; charging and screen brightness are the main contributors. | |
Toaster | 800W | 1800W | N/A | [1] | Heating elements run for short cycles (2–4 min per use); high peak, short duty. | |
Tower Fan | 60W | 60W | N/A | [1] | Column fan; oscillation and higher speeds add modest power. | |
Treadmill | 280W | 900W | N/A | Draw rises with speed/incline and user weight; highest during acceleration. | ||
Tube Light (1500mm) | 22W | 22W | N/A | Fluorescent tube with ballast; LED replacements cut power significantly. | ||
TV (19" colour) | 40W | 100W | 1W | [1] | Small TV; scene content and brightness affect draw; standby typically ~1 W if enabled. | |
Ultrasonic Nebulizer | 20W | 60W | N/A | Ultrasonic (piezo) transducer; used in short therapy sessions with low power. | ||
Vacuum Cleaner | 450W | 900W | 0W | [1][2] | Power varies by suction setting and floor type; typically short, intermittent use. | |
Wall Fan | 45W | 60W | 0W | Efficient air movement; oscillation adds a small load. | ||
Washing Machine | 500W | 500W | 1W | Clothes Washer | In the EU, power consumption of Washing Machines is typically given in the form of Annual Power Consumption. This is calculated based on 220 standard washing cycles, made up as follows: 60°C full load (3x), 60°C half load (2x), 40°C half load (2x) for 220 washing cycles. | |
Water Dispenser | 100W | 100W | N/A | [1] | Maintains cold reservoir; compressor cycles—opening the tap triggers brief peaks. | |
Water Feature | 35W | 35W | N/A | Fountain Pump,Pond Feature | Small continuous pump for 24/7 operation; choose efficient model to limit always-on cost. | |
Water Filter and Cooler | 70W | 100W | N/A | Water Cooler | [1] | Chills a small tank and cycles; hot/cold models draw more than cold-only. |
WiFi Booster | 1W | 2W | N/A | WiFi Repeater,WiFi Extender,Range Extender | Low continuous draw; placement affects coverage, not power use. | |
WiFi Router | 4W | 10W | 4W | Home Internet Router,Router | Always-on networking; multiple bands and USB devices add a little power. | |
Window Air Conditioner | 500W | 1500W | N/A | Window AC | Self-contained AC; EER and thermostat settings govern cycling and draw. | |
Wine cooler (18 bottles) | 83W | 83W | N/A | [1] | Small wine cooler; thermoelectric/compressor types vary—door openings add load. | |
Xbox One | 50W | 110W | 14W | Instant-on standby draws more; energy-saver mode lowers idle. |
An important point is also to bear in mind the length of time for which the device will be used. For example an electric blanket may be used for 2 hours, but a hair drier for 5 minutes. Therefore the blanket uses 200W * 2 hours = 0.4kWh. The hair drier uses 2KW * 0.0833hours = 0.1666kWh. So using the blanket costs roughly 2.5 times as much as the hair drier.
All values reported here are estimates, you should check the appliance labels or literature to find out the correct power consumption.
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Some relevant online articles for further information and reading.
What are the worst appliances to leave on standby? [ https://www.domesticandgeneral.com/blog/energy-saving-tips/what-are-the-worst-appliances-to-leave-on-standby ]
Great info thank you very helpful..%uD83D%uDE0A
By Monique on 9th August 2025A clear and practical breakdown that helps homeowners understand where their energy goes. Knowing appliance power consumption is key to smarter, more efficient usage. Valuable and informative content!
On 28th July 2025I would argue that "Evaporative Air Conditioner" is way over estimated at 2600 W. Maybe it should be 260 W. Evaporative or "swamp coolers" cool air by drawing air across wet media, such as fabric or filter mats. The evaporation cools and humidifies the air. The only power required is for the blower motor/fan. Evaporative coolers can use as little as 10% of that used by a traditional air conditioner.
By Jade on 25th July 2025Thank you for the comprehensive list. I need the information for the electric car charger engineer. Very handy and simple to read.
By brian m davies on 17th May 2025Air fryer the goat!!!!!!
On 1st May 2025Well done - Helpfull -
By S.M. Aqueel on 28th April 2025job well done
On 12th December 2024Very helpful but is this compiled on a system of 110 or 220 and do the amounts vary, and if they do does the relativity mean something
By Patricia Sidley on 9th July 2024Super information
By PRAKASH on 26th June 2024Thank you! Helpful list
By Jenny on 22nd May 2024Extremely useful and well compiled information.
By Dr. Shakeel on 17th November 2023This is great, i will suggest you make the list alphabetical order or highest watts
By Eng joh on 26th July 2023very impressive work. now, if only you could add refrigerative air conditioner to your list
By kofi on 24th July 2023Are these per hour? Or is this cycle time, as in washing machine cycle? Looks like a great page for research, as in How electricity much would you need? As costs rise.
By Raze 00 on 3rd May 2023That%u2019s so so so much to read
Great list. You should add a tool to be able to rank from lowest to highest and vice versa, it would be helpful!
By Someone on 30th April 2023cool
On 24th April 2023Just jumping in to say thank you as well. I'm an owner of a Solar Panel installation company and this is very useful. I would recommend maybe getting in touch with OpenSolar to see if they can pay to use some of the information on this page.
By Tosin on 20th April 2023Thank you. Very useful. helps with an assignment
By steven scofield on 15th April 2023Thanks. Very useful info. I found what I was looking for.
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