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Air fryer vs. oven

What each one costs to run, using the current energy price cap — or your own rate.

Default: Ofgem price cap, 1 Oct–31 Dec 2026, direct debit, GB average. Your bill shows your own rate.
How we worked it out

Cost = power (kW) × time (hours) × your unit rate. This is the maximum: thermostats switch on and off, so real use is usually lower for both. Air fryers suit small portions; cooking a big batch in several rounds narrows the gap. Wattage is on the label or in the manual.

TL;DRAir fryers use less energy for small meals because they heat a smaller space for less time. Big batches narrow the gap.

Oven, per meal—
Air fryer, per meal—
Difference over a year at — meals a week—

Receipts · checked 9 November 2026