Heat Pump Dryer electricity cost calculator
Use this heat pump dryer calculator to estimate laundry cost without relying on rough guesses. It helps compare an efficient heat pump dryer against older vented or condenser models.
Energy cost calculator
Use the defaults as a starting point, then adjust the inputs to match your appliance, runtime, and utility rate.
Scenarios (min/avg/max)
Auto-generated table with typical values you can edit in the calculator.
| Scenario | Day | Month | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low (1 kWh/cycle) | $0.05 | $1.52 | $18.20 |
| Typical (1.8 kWh/cycle) | $0.09 | $2.73 | $32.76 |
| High (2.5 kWh/cycle) | $0.12 | $3.79 | $45.49 |
How to estimate heat pump dryer electricity cost
- Use the manufacturer energy data or a typical kWh-per-cycle value as your baseline.
- Count full drying cycles per week instead of individual garments or partial loads.
- Use the yearly view when comparing an efficient dryer against an older one.
How to reduce running cost
- Spin clothes well before drying to shorten cycle time.
- Use sensor drying and clean filters so the dryer stays efficient.
- Compare heat pump, condenser, and vented dryer cost if you are shopping for a replacement.
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Frequently asked questions
What to do next
After the calculator estimate, use recommended tools to measure or control this load, or compare another device to see where the bigger bill impact sits.