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Electric Kettle

Boiling 1 liter of water draws approx. 0.1 kWh (approx. 3.5 cents).

Electric Kettle — Live Electricity Cost Calculator

Live Calculation

Enter the wattage of your device and the daily hours of usage:

Quick Presets / Typical Power:
2200 Watts (2.2 kW)
Watts
0.1 hrs/day
hrs/day
Benchmark: 35 ct/kWh
ct/kWh

Tip: Check your latest electricity bill for your exact price per kWh.

Advanced Options (Days/Week & Base Fee)
€/Monat
Calculated Results 2200 W • 0.1h/day
Cost per Month 2,34 € 6,7 kWh
Cost per Year 28,10 € 80 kWh
Per Hour 0,77 € 2.2 kWh
Per Day 0,08 € 0,22 kWh
Per Week 0,54 € 1,5 kWh
Formula: kWh = Watts × Hours ÷ 1,000  •  Cost = kWh × Rate ÷ 100

📊 Overview & Benchmarks

Typical Annual Cost 26,25 €/year
Annual Consumption 75 kWh/year
Typical Power 2.200 W
Typical Daily Usage 0.1 h / Tag

Duty Cycle & Power Details

Direct submerged heating element provides over 90% thermal efficiency.

💡 Effective Energy Saving Tips

  • Only boil the exact amount of water you need.
  • Descale regularly to preserve heating speed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is a kettle more efficient than a stovetop?
Yes, an electric kettle is 30–50% more efficient than boiling water in a pot on a glass-ceramic stove.

Transparency & Sources

Die Berechnungsgrundlagen, Verbrauchswerte und Strompreis-Referenzen auf dieser Seite basieren auf validierten Daten offizieller Stellen:

  • Umweltbundesamt (UBA) Energieeffizienz & Stromverbrauch Umweltbundesamt
    Open Source
  • Stromspiegel für Deutschland co2online gemeinnützige GmbH (gefördert vom Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz)
    Open Source
Detailed Formulas & Methodology: View Methodology Page →