Kitchen · Electricity cost calculator
How much does Microwave cost to run?
Estimate the electricity costs of your microwave based on power, usage time and electricity price.
Example calculation
Typical values for Microwave
These values are a useful starting point for the calculator, but they are not guaranteed consumption figures for your specific model.
Power
1200 W
Duration/use
5 min
Uses/week
5
Example/year
€9.10
About the data
Typical value. The electrical input power may be higher than the stated microwave output power.
Example using €0.35/kWh. This works out to approximately €0.03 per use, €0.76 per month and 26.0 kWh per year.
Your values
Microwave electricity cost calculator
Adjust the suggested values to match your own device, electricity tariff and actual usage.
Adjust usage
Typical value – check the rating on your device if possible.
Suggested starting value – adjust it to match your usage.
You can find your electricity price on your electricity bill.
Choose week or month. Half steps such as 0.5 are supported.
Your yearly cost
€0.76
Per month
€0.17
Per week
Choose how often you would use the device in the selected period.
Calculation basis
1,200 W ÷ 1.000 × 5 min ÷ 60 × 5 per week × 52 × €0.35/kWh
Context: Estimated values – actual consumption may vary.
Energy-saving tip
For small portions, a microwave can be more efficient than a large oven.
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