🍳 Induction hob

How much electricity does an induction hob use? Cost per hour vs gas

Induction hob electricity use per hour and per year, running cost and comparison with a gas hob.

Typical power

1,300 W

Cost per hour

$0.234 · £0.338

Per year · 332 kWh

$60 · £86

With 0.7 hours a day, electricity at $0.18/kWh and £0.26/kWh all-in.

An induction hob is rated at 3–7 kW in total, but during normal cooking the average draw is about 1.2–1.5 kW. An hour of cooking a day uses about 1 kWh.

Induction delivers about 85–90% of its energy to the pan, gas only 40–55%. So even though electricity costs more per kWh than gas, the running cost is similar; with solar panels induction is clearly cheaper.

Consumption compared

TypeUsagekWh/yearCost/year
Low heat, simmering400 W102$18 · £27
Medium heat1,200 W307$55 · £80
Large zone at full power2,300 W588$106 · £153
Booster3,600 W920$166 · £239

Yearly cost with 0.7 hours a day.

Work out your cost

Per hour
$0.23
Per month
$4.98
Per year
$60
Energy per year
332.2 kWh

The price is a typical all-in figure for your country: replace it with yours (bill total ÷ kWh).

How to use less

  • Use pans with a base the same size as the zone: a smaller base wastes energy.
  • Put a lid on: water boils in about half the time.
  • If your supply is limited (e.g. 3 kW in Italy), use the hob’s power-limit setting so the breaker doesn’t trip.
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FAQ

How much electricity does an induction hob use?
About 1,300 W, or 1.3 kWh for each hour of use; from 300 to 3,700 W depending on the model.
How much does it cost per year?
With 0.7 hours a day it uses about 332 kWh a year: about $60 · £86 at $0.18/kWh and £0.26/kWh.
How can I reduce it?
Use pans with a base the same size as the zone: a smaller base wastes energy. Put a lid on: water boils in about half the time.

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