Do you own a tumble dryer? Ever wondered about its true electricity cost?
The tumble dryer is one of the most energy-intensive appliances in your home.
To help you understand, we've crunched the numbers based on real usage data.
Here's exactly how much it costs to run each load.
Each drying cycle costs €1.47 in electricity. See the breakdown:
Now you know the cost every time you start your dryer at home.
It adds up quickly, right?
Especially when you consider the annual impact.
For a family of 4, that's €235 per year!
For a single person, it's around €105 annually.
These figures are based on an average electricity rate of €0.18 per kWh (including taxes, per EDF pricing).
Ready to save money and ditch the dryer?
It's a smart move, given the high purchase price and daily running costs.
You can dry clothes effectively without one—even in winter.
Summer sun-drying outdoors is ideal and fastest.
But for indoor drying, check out our 5 proven tips to speed things up.
